Masterclass on Sensing for Offshore Renewable Energy Structures

This Masterclass is scheduled to run a second time in Spring 2026. The date on this entry is a placeholder and is not representative of the event date.

This 2-day Masterclass will explore the latest advancements in sensing systems and associated signal processing techniques to monitor the manufacture and operation of offshore renewable energy systems including turbine blades, and static and dynamic cables. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of a range of sensors, associated infrastructure and the signal processing techniques required to extract load data and detect defects. Particular emphasis will be placed on fibre optic sensors for wind and tidal blade structures and monitoring of both manufacturing processes and operational behaviour.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in applying fibre optic sensors to scaled structures and deriving load measurements. The Masterclass includes specialist access to laboratory-scale composite manufacturing facilities, Fibre Bragg grating and distributed fibre sensors with optical spectrum analysis and optical time domain reflectometer analysis equipment.

Upon completion, participants will understand the underlying principles of discrete and distributed fibre optic sensors and associated interrogation techniques as well as have valuable insight into the approaches, trade-offs and challenges of interrogating large arrays of fibre optic sensors using time and wavelength multiplexing methods.

Drawing on expertise from 10 UK universities, the Supergen ORE Hub is in a unique position to offer the opportunity to learn directly from the UK's foremost specialists in offshore renewable energy at world-leading facilities. To book your place on this Masterclass we encourage you to register early as places are limited.