Cour Wind Farm Project

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Objective

To confirm the root cause and extent of lightning damage and complete a high-quality structural and aerodynamic repair, reinstating the blade to full OEM performance and ensuring long-term lightning system reliability.

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Location:
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Cour Farm
Scotland, UK
May - June 2025

Challenges

Conducting a time-critical, weather-sensitive repair while sustaining safety and quality standards. Remote rural access with logistics and mobilisation challenges. Selecting and managing the most suitable blade access methodology for a complex, high-altitude structural repair.

Value to Client

  • Delivered a comprehensive inspection and root-cause assessment, ensuring informed and effective remediation.
  • Restored the blade to full structural integrity and aerodynamic efficiency, extending asset life and protecting output.
  • Delivered repairs in compliance with OEM and industry standards, assuring long-term safety and performance.
  • Supplied detailed work documentation and imagery, providing traceability, assurance, and warranty support.
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Solution

Aurora delivered a controlled, high-integrity blade recovery solution:

  1. Damage Exposure & Removal Carefully removed damaged laminate and core materials back to structurally sound blade substrate.
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  1. Lightning Protection System Correction Identified LPS insulation failure, executed corrective works, and verified lightning protection continuity and functionality through electrical testing.

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  1. Structural & Cosmetic Restoration Rebuilt the blade tip to OEM specification, reinstated aerodynamic form, and completed final cosmetic finishing and QA.

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