Numerical simulation of high-voltage composite cable for offshore wind
Abstract
In submarine power cables, conductors are subjected to variety of mechanical loads, that affect the material properties and eventually lead to failure. In this study, a simple straight "1+6" strand is modelled as a copper conductor and the relationship between mechanical loads to which conductors are subjected to and its mechanical responses is addressed. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of the model is carried out to study localized non-linear effects such as contact stress, friction and plastic deformation.