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Video: The Inner Workings of Gravity Base Foundations

We’re thrilled to share our latest video, which offers more detailed information on gravity base foundations—a proven wind turbine foundation system. 

Built from reinforced concrete, gravity base foundations are specifically designed to withstand the powerful forces exerted by wind turbines. In this video, we guide you through the arrangement of the rebar that fortifies the structure, and we break down the steps involved in the construction process. Over the years, this system has undergone continuous refinements to improve its reliability and resource-efficiency (see our blog on shape optimization of gravity-base foundations). Nowadays, the gravity base foundation has become an established solution for providing durable support for towering turbines while minimizing material usage. 

Explore this video to discover the unseen foundation that drives the future of wind energy and supports our renewable energy ambitions.