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Research on Improving the Horizontal Bearing Performance of Wind Power Pile Foundation with Added Wing Structure

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  • Huaqing Yang

    (School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Zhuhai 519082, China
    Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Geodynamics and Geohazards, Zhuhai 519082, China
    Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory, Zhuhai 519082, China)

  • Tianbiao Tan

    (College of Architectural Engineering, Anhui University of Technology, Ma’anshan 243032, China)

  • Jingmin Pan

    (School of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Zhuhai 519082, China
    Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Geodynamics and Geohazards, Zhuhai 519082, China
    Southern Marine Science and Engineering Guangdong Laboratory, Zhuhai 519082, China)

  • Chengtang Wang

    (State Key Laboratory of Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering Safety, Institute of Rock and Soil Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, China)

Abstract

The growing recognition of renewable energy’s importance, particularly its role in sustainability, has propelled wind energy to a prominent position. Receiving substantial global policy support due to its unique advantages, wind energy has seen a significant increase in installed turbine capacity. Consequently, expectations for the foundational bearing performance of these turbines have heightened, reflecting the enhanced focus on sustainable energy solutions. In response to these demands, this research introduces an innovative single pile foundation design that aims to elevate bearing capabilities to new heights. This research delves into the horizontal bearing properties of this novel foundation and the stress-strain dynamics of geotechnical materials under loading conditions. To achieve this, we utilize the Gudehus-Bauer subplastic model, specifically tailored for coastal sands within the ABAQUS finite element analysis software. Calibration and verification of the Gudehus-Bauer model’s parameters were meticulously conducted based on laboratory tests focusing on the coastal sands of the Yangtze River basin in China, enabling the development of a precise finite element model for the new single pile foundation in sandy coastal soils. Our findings reveal that this reinforced single pile foundation not only mirrors the horizontal bearing capacity and failure mechanisms of traditional designs but also surpasses them in performance. Numerically, this innovative structure boasts a remarkable 19.34% increase in horizontal ultimate bearing capacity and a minimum of 21.91% reduction in maximum displacement compared to standard single piles. These results underscore the superior horizontal bearing performance of our novel foundation design, which not only enhances structural integrity but also aligns with the principles of sustainable engineering by optimizing material usage, reducing environmental impact, and contributing to the broader goal of promoting renewable energy as a sustainable energy source.

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  • Huaqing Yang & Tianbiao Tan & Jingmin Pan & Chengtang Wang, 2025. "Research on Improving the Horizontal Bearing Performance of Wind Power Pile Foundation with Added Wing Structure," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(3), pages 1-23, January.
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