1.

Desk Study and Preliminary Data Review

• Historical Data Collection: Gather existing data on the site, such as bathymetric maps, geological surveys, soil borings, sediment layers, and historical geotechnical reports.
• Review of Geological and Geophysical Data: Study previous geological reports and seismic profiles to understand regional geological features, fault lines, and sediment properties.
• Preliminary Site Assessment: Assess site conditions based on preliminary data to determine the need for further detailed investigation.

2.

Geophysical Survey

Management

• Seismic Profiling: Perform shallow and deep seismic surveys (e.g., multichannel seismic reflection) to characterize sediment layers, bedrock depth, and any geological anomalies.
• Sub-Bottom Profiling: Use sub-bottom profilers to map sediment layers and detect variations in seabed strata that impact foundation design.
• Side-Scan Sonar Survey: Conduct a side-scan sonar survey to create images of the seabed surface, identifying features such as boulders, sand waves, or potential obstructions.
• Magnetometer Survey: Detect ferromagnetic objects (e.g., shipwrecks, pipelines) that may pose risks or require specific positioning of turbines.
  

3.

Foundation Design Input and Recommendations

• Load-Bearing Capacity Assessment: Evaluate soil capacity to support turbine foundations under axial and lateral loads, considering wind, wave, and current forces.
• Settlement and Deformation Analysis: Estimate potential settlement and tilting of foundations over time, focusing on long-term soil behavior and consolidation.
• Scour Potential and Protection Measures: Analyze soil erodibility and predict scour around foundations; recommend protective measures like rock armoring or scour mats.
• Seismic Hazard Assessment: Assess risks of seismic events, especially in areas prone to earthquakes, and determine foundation reinforcements needed to resist dynamic loading.