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Helical pile foundations can get battery energy storage systems built faster and with less land disruption ⧩ Thousands of megawatts of energy storage capacity have been supported on helical piles in the United States. But here in Central New York many are placed on bulky, slow-to-install concrete foundations. Helical foundations can be over 180% faster to install than concrete, thanks to their unique design that leverages the power of a helix plate to smoothly rotate into the ground. They offer greater strength, durability, and performance, in a fraction of the footprint. This means helical piles can reduce the CO2 associated with your foundation, as they require far less raw material, site prep is minimal, and excavation non-existent. You can even have them removed and 100% recycled in the future! If we want better energy solutions, then we need to use better FOUNDATION solutions. Ask our team about helical piles for your battery energy storage project today! --- #centralnewyork #energystorage #bess #cleanenergy #infrastructure #engineer

Finally got some detailed info on Energy Vault's only US construction site for their gravitational energy storage systems. Apparently they currently have five variants under their master "GESS" category... EVy™, EVx™, EVc™, and EVo™ EVu™ EVy™ = Hanging giant blocks on diagonal cables (on what looks like a monstrous ski lift) and hauling the blocks uphill EVx™ = Lifting many tons of blocks straight up in the air using a giant steel and cement grid as a lifting gantry. EVc™ = A monstrously large and very tall "GW scale" cylindrical structure covered with concentric rings of solar panels and with the interior of that giant cylinder containing what amounts to a super scale water tower. The EVc™ system purports to pumped hydro for LDES "anywhere." EVu™ = One of the world's largest tallest buildings is supposed to have a water tank near the top of it and the EVu™ system is just running standard pumped hydro up and down from that water tank. I think they are supposed to build this thing in Oklahoma City, OK of all places! EVo™ = This is a new one! For this system they have come up with the idea of giant scale flexible bags of water supported by a central steel and cement tower. It's kind of tough to describe it adequately so please just look for yourself. There is one common bit of human anatomy it kind of reminds me of, but I digress... Oh yes, the EVo™ is intended to be sited near an existing mine suitable for flooding and then running standard pumped hydro between their upper fluid reservoir and allow it to gush into the cavity below. I know many of my readers will have read a whole litany of criticisms about this company so perhaps it's not worth my mentioning something new I saw watching the construction video of that little demonstration site in Snyder? But I am going to mention it anyhow because I don't want anyone to get hurt! I know enough about structural engineering to know that the sort of rectangular grid structure they are building in Snyder Texas isn't a safe design (well it certainly isn't safe that way without tensile or compressive bracing) and I didn't see any in the video! To make matters worse they plan to place a great amount of mass at the top of that structure and hang it from elevator cables! Even worse (if you read the news) you will know that the Permian Basin is becoming quite the active seismic zone and yes! Snyder is in the Permian Basin. You might want to know why I am so obsessed with Energy Vault? Well it's just my humble opinion, but ultimately I don't think they are going to make it as a company and currently (because of their stock value, unbelievable advertising budget, and serious political connections) they are carrying the banner for a lot of different gravitational energy storage technologies. So if (WHEN) they come crashing down it is going to needlessly tarnish the underlying technologies. Set up to fail? https://lnkd.in/gT9QScrh

🏗️ Elevate Your Solar Projects with the R112 Pile Ground Mount! 🌞 When stability and durability are paramount, Lumax Energy’s R112 Pile Ground Mount structures deliver. Engineered for challenging conditions, this robust solution ensures your solar installations remain steadfast and efficient, no matter the terrain. What Sets the R112 Pile Apart? 🔹Heavy-Duty Construction: Designed to support large-scale solar projects with exceptional load-bearing capacity. 🔹Versatile Compatibility: Adaptable to various soil types and site conditions, providing a reliable foundation across different environments. 🔹Long-Term Durability: Built to last with corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring your investment stands the test of time. 🔹Precision Engineering: Meets stringent structural standards to guarantee safety and performance. Choose the R112 Pile Ground Mount for a foundation that keeps your solar project secure and efficient, from installation to operation. #R112Pile #GroundMount #SolarStructures #LumaxEnergy #RenewableEnergy #SustainableConstruction

The Power of Wind Wind engineering is a fascinating and vital field that plays an important role in our society. But what exactly does it entail, and why is it so important? What is Wind Engineering? Wind engineering is the study and application of the effects of wind on the built environment and natural structures. It involves understanding how wind interacts with buildings, bridges, and even entire urban areas to ensure their stability and safety. This field combines principles from meteorology, fluid dynamics, and structural engineering to design structures that can withstand the forces of wind. Why is Wind Engineering Important? - Safety and Resilience - Sustainable Design. - Urban Planning - Climate Adaptation Wind engineering is not just about confronting challenges; it’s about leveraging the power of wind to create safer, more resilient, and sustainable communities. #ETCC #DSDC #AinShamsUni #WindEngineering #SustainableDesign #ClimateAdaptation #StructuralEngineering #RenewableEnergy #UrbanPlanning

Are your #infrastructure projects still on budget? #Mobility and #energy have become the top issues in our society in recent years. The successful transition in these areas is important for achieving the climate targets. In order to come closer to climate neutrality, numerous fields of action need to be successfully shaped. One of these is the transformation of infrastructure at various levels. We turned our attention to construction issues relating to the conversion of infrastructure at a very early stage and now plan and build, for example, pylon sites for high-voltage lines, the development of wind farms for construction and operation as well as transformer stations and cable routes. Infrastructure projects are usually also extensive earthworks projects, which are becoming increasingly important in the project budget for the development of wind farms, for example. Wind farms in hilly or mountainous areas are technically more difficult to realize in relation to the development of wind farms on flat land and are therefore also more cost-intensive. We plan these projects with precision thanks to the use of state-of-the-art technology. We carry out the planning in #CAD on the 3D model and load current topographical data as a basis for this. For exposed and cost-intensive junctions, we check the digital model on site using the latest surveying technology. The information is superimposed and realistically depicted in the 3D model. Once the model has been captured and the first draft is on the table, it must be discussed with the project participants in a goal-oriented manner. It is helpful here that we have captured the local conditions for you using 360° camera technology, so that you can “drive” the route at any time on your own PC in comparison with the CAD planning. As soon as the planning has matured, all data and in particular the dimensions are available digitally via CAD/ #BIM. Depending on the status of the project, this can also be compared with the soil expertise and the soil classes or homogeneous areas. At the end of each planning phase, we carry out a mass check, mass optimization (excavation and removal) and a cost calculation based on this. With solid, fact-based planning, you enter the execution phase with us, which we monitor for you in terms of construction and costs. We use drone and measurement #technology to fully document the construction quality and dimensions. We therefore offer you a modern planning and construction monitoring process that allows you to keep an eye on the #budget and the success of your project at all times. #epcmanagement #agilesprojektmanagement #engineering #energiewende #renewableenergy #groundworks

Let's Look Back at the Successes in Geotechnical Engineering this past year as we gear up for 2025. 🌐 Some Key Highlights🌐  Market Expansion: The global geotechnical engineering market was valued at approximately $2.57 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% from 2024 to 2030, reaching around $3.95 billion by 2030. In the next year the geotechnical sector is predicted to grow by a CAGR rate of 5.4% 🌍Some Environmental Challenges🌍 There has been a significant amount of invetment into the US enery wind sector. A notable investment is the $24.6 billion investment in 2020 and a 24% year-over-year growth in the offshore wind pipeline, which continuously drives demand for geotechnical services. 💻 How have we advanced with Tech: 💻 Digital Soil Mapping: The market for digital soil mapping is projected to grow from $3.3 billion in 2020 to $5.5 billion by 2025, reflecting the increasing adoption of predictive modeling and advanced algorithms in soil analysis Also through innovations integrating GNSS, AI, and robotics are revolutionizing geotechnical engineering, enhancing project safety, precision, and efficiency. 🛡️Regulations and Upskilling:🛡️ New safety regulations for excavation sites reduced accidents massively with new growth and innovation multiple opportunities are being presented for professionals in the geotechnical field, with updated training in digital tools and sustainability practices being rolled out . Really excited to see the advancements 2025 brings, with us already off to a great start in terms of demand with sustainability and renewable energy projects . There is a continued focus on innovation and progression. #GeotechnicalEngineering #2024YearReview #InfrastructureDevelopment #EnvironmentalSustainability #GeotechInnovation #EngineeringTrends https://lnkd.in/eaG2APz4 https://lnkd.in/etye4Ynn https://lnkd.in/eBWBfxc4

Rosa Rotko brilliantly outlines the challenges and opportunities in transforming energy use across businesses. Her insights in the latest New Civil Engineer article are invaluable for fostering innovation. #EnergyTransition #NetZero #Sustainability

Rosa Rotko brilliantly outlines the challenges and opportunities in transforming energy use across businesses. Her insights in the latest New Civil Engineer article are invaluable for fostering innovation. #EnergyTransition #NetZero #Sustainability

Our solar-powered inView Highway Technology Tower can be rapidly deployed and located in minutes and is remotely configured and monitored, taking away the dangers of having operatives on live carriageways. Its remote 4G connectivity also removes the need for civil engineering dependent fibre cabled inductive loops. Being fully mobile they can be deployed within a couple of weeks for a project comprising over 150 towers at 500m intervals, for example. This would save weeks of on-site preparatory work that a semi-permanent solution requires - savings £m’s on a project of this size. Learn more about our innovative technology at https://lnkd.in/etzTJ-et or please message Simon Waterfall, Sean Restall MCIHT or Dave Fox #solar #CCTV #highways #highwaysafety #safetyandsecurity #sustainable #roadusers #roadsafety #transport #ANPR #alarms #PPE #AI #vehicles

French consortium building linear DC solar park along Rhône River: A consortium is installing an experimental linear solar park in shade house configuration in Vaucluse, southern France, using high-voltage direct current architecture to reduce electricity losses. #RenewableEnergy #Photovoltaic #Technology