Wind and current loads for DP: SapuraKencana 3500 - ,

Measurements of the wind loads have been conducted on a scale model of the Ulstein designed SapuraKencana 3500 vessel. The wind loads are measured with a high frequency 6-component balance system, while the model is exposed to an approach flow according to the actual maritime wind velocity and turbulence boundary layer profile. Also current loads for several stinger configurations have been measured in the wind tunnel.

Wind Load JIP FPSO - ,

The Wind Load JIP aimes at setting new standards for wind tunnel measurements of wind loads and CFD calculations for the maritime and offshore industry. Peutz has conducted wind tunnel measurements of wind loads on a model of a FPSO and a semi-submersible production unit. The effects of changes in roughness of the boundary layer, variation of configurations as well as sensitivity to different types of set-up have been investigated.

Concertgebouw Amsterdam - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The Grote Zaal (Main Hall) of the Concertgebouw went through major renovations between 1985 and 2002, in respect of which eventually all wall and ceiling surfaces as well as the chairs and stage were renewed. The Kleine Zaal (Recital Hall) underwent complete refurbishment in 2004. As in the Grote Zaal, the acoustic quality was preserved by taking every last detail into account.

Wei-Wu-Ying Center for the Arts - Koahsiung, Taiwan

The new National Performing Arts Centre is a 141.000 m2 theatre complex built in the Wei-Wu-Ying Metropolitan Park in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The design includes a concert hall with 2000 seats; an opera house with 2250 seats; a playhouse with 1250 seats; a recital hall of 500 seats and 1000 m2 rehearsal rooms. Additionally an open-air stage is to be built on the roof.

Wind tunnel model: Forum Trabzon - Trabzon, Turkey

The famous Sumela Monastery, numerous sites of historic interest and its unspoiled beauty make Trabzon one of the most interesting tourist destinations in Turkey. With wind tunnel testing we assessed the possible wind climates inside the shopping centre, at the entrances, on the rooftop terraces (restaurants) and in the car park.

Louvre Museum - Paris, France

The Louvre museum in Paris has fitted out a new museum area specifically devoted to Islamic arts. This new department of the museum is located in the Visconti court, which was excavated by more than 12 m and covered by a golden glazed undulating canopy that reminds of dunes.

Helicopter deck turbulence assessment: AEGIR - ,

To ensure safe helicopter operations offshore helicopter deck certification (CAP 437, NORSOK C-004) requires an assessment of turbulence levels in the airspace above the helideck. The turbulence level can be directly measured in the wind tunnel, while the scale model is exposed to an approach flow according to the actual maritime wind velocity and turbulence boundary layer profile.

Wind and current loads for DP: SapuraKencana 1200 - ,

Measurements of the wind loads have been conducted on a scale model of the Ulstein designed SapuraKencana 1200 pipelay vessel. The wind loads are measured with a high frequency 6-component balance system, while the model is exposed to an approach flow according to the actual maritime wind velocity and turbulence boundary layer profile. Also current loads for several stinger configurations have been measured in the wind tunnel.

Forum Bornova - Izmir, Turkey

Forum Bornova was the first shopping and lifestyle centre developed by Multi Turkmall in Turkey. It consists of two boulevards, two squares and four streets. There are wooden canopies, small ponds, bridges, a tower, a lot of mosaic, wooden pergolas, palm trees, fountains, roof gardens with restaurants and bars. Wind speeds at the site of the shopping centre are high by Turkish standards.

Heerema Sleipnir semi-submersible crane vessel - ,

Heerema's Sleipnir is designed for worldwide offshore heavy lifting. It will be equipped with two cranes of 10,000 metric tonnes lifting capacity each and a deck area of 220 x 102 meters, which will make it the largest crane vessel in the world. The Sleipnir is self-propelled by means of dual fuel engines – MGO & LNG. Peutz has conducted a CFD assessment of the effects of a LNG release from over pressure blow off and LNG bunker spill scenario's.

Wind loads for DP and stability, helideck safety: Arctic drillship - ,

Ships designed for extreme conditions such as the arctic can show aerodynamic properties which are significantly different from conventional ship shapes. Measurements of the wind loads on the arctic drillship have been conducted in the Peutz wind tunnel. Measurements of turbulence and hot exhaust gas dispersion are conducted for CAP 437 certification of both helicopter decks.

World Port Center - Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Standing alongside the distinctive Hotel New York on Rotterdam’s Wilhelmina Pier is the World Port Center. The office building’s principal occupant is the Port of Rotterdam Authority. The top floors of the 32-storey building are devoted to large conference rooms that provide a fantastic view over the port.
In consultation with the client and the architect, steps were taken to find solutions for the problems with the wind climate around the building, and particularly on the terrace.