SOcean Goes into the Water
On May 19, the long-term test of SINN Power’s SOcean platform will begin in Heraklion, Greece.
Following an initial floating test, the complete system will be tested under real offshore conditions for the first time.
The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy under the 7th Energy Research Programme.
A Platform for Energy, Infrastructure, and Maritime Applications
SOcean is a modular floating platform designed for demanding maritime environments. The structure can be used as a carrier system for photovoltaic, wind, and wave energy, as well as for technical infrastructure, monitoring, aquafarming, or supply solutions.
Designed Modular. Built for Offshore.
The system is based on a scalable platform module. Depending on project requirements, SOcean can be equipped with
wave energy,
photovoltaics,
small wind turbines,
working areas (for heavy loads)
or additional technical components.
Thanks to its modular design, the platform is suitable for both pilot projects and larger arrays as well as project-specific special applications.
The Technology
The system is based on a scalable platform module. Depending on project requirements, SOcean can be equipped with photovoltaic systems, small wind turbines, wave energy converters, work decks, or additional technical components.
Thanks to its modular design, the platform is suitable for both pilot projects and larger arrays, as well as project‑specific special applications.
Offshore Structural System
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Scalable multi-module arrays
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Standard module: 12 × 12 × 6 m
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Designed for wave heights up to approx. 20 m
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Seawater-resistant aluminum structure
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Diagonally braced load-bearing system
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Corrosion-resistant offshore design
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Segmented buoyancy system
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Offshore-optimized structural geometry
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Heavy-duty configurations possible
Modular offshore frame structure made of seawater-resistant aluminum components with a diagonally braced load-bearing architecture designed to withstand dynamic wind, wave, and operational loads.
Hybrid Energy & Infrastructure Integration
SOcean enables the integration of hybrid energy and infrastructure systems within a modular offshore platform.
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Up to 40 kWp photovoltaic capacity per platform unit
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Multi-source energy through integration of small wind turbines and wave energy systems
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DC / hybrid system architecture
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Energy storage, monitoring, and communication systems
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Offshore infrastructure and utility units
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Applications: island power supply, aquafarming, and autonomous offshore systems
Offshore Deployment & R&D
Containerized offshore platform with standardized transport, assembly, and maintenance processes for scalable deployment concepts.
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ISO container-compatible components
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Standardized installation processes
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Scalable installation and maintenance
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Long-term testing in Heraklion within the framework of the 7th Energy Research Program
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Focus: structural validation, offshore performance, and system integration under real-world conditions
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Offshore deployment under real operating conditions
Benefits
SOcean was specifically developed for real maritime operating conditions. The focus is on scalability, transportability, structural robustness and flexible usage options.
Modular and Scalable
Individual platform modules can be combined to meet project-specific requirements and expanded into larger units.
Designed for Harsh Conditions
The platform is engineered for demanding maritime environments and designed to withstand high loads.
Hybrid Use
Photovoltaic, wind, and wave energy can be combined depending on location and project needs.
Transportable
The modular design supports transport, installation, and maintenance using standardized processes.
Infrastructure Platform
SOcean can also serve as a work, monitoring, supply, or aquafarming platform.
Fields of Application
Open Sea and Offshore
Floating platform for energy generation and technical infrastructure at sea.
Island Power Supply
Autonomous or hybrid energy supply solutions for remote locations and island regions.
Aquafarming
Carrier system for energy, monitoring, and infrastructure in maritime production environments.
Heavy-duty applications
Walkable working platform for project-specific loads, technical installations, and maritime infrastructure.
From Prototype to Sea Launch
2014: Funding through EXIST Research Transfer
The technological development of the “SINN Power Wave Technology” was already supported before the founding of SINN Power GmbH through the EXIST Research Transfer program.
2014: Founding of SINN Power
SINN Power GmbH was founded in 2014 based on the doctoral dissertation and the patented inventions of Dr. Philipp Sinn.
2014: Development of the Linear Generator
In cooperation with the CUTEC Institute, SINN Power began revising and further developing the linear generator for the wave power plant modules.
2014: Participation in the 6th Energy Research Programme
The development of the wave power plant modules was funded under the 6th Energy Research Programme of the German Federal Government (6th EFP).
12 x 12 m
Base module
6 m
Structural height
50 kWp
Output per platform module
20 m
Maximum wave height
From Prototype to Sea Launch
Scientific origin
Dissertation & research foundation
The technological foundation of today’s SOcean platform originated from the doctoral dissertation of Dr.-Ing. Philipp Sinn. The focus was on wave energy, wave dynamics, load behavior, and the development of robust, modular maritime energy systems.
6th EFP
Harbor modules & platform architecture
Within the 6th EFP, the research was transferred into an application-oriented system. Modular harbor and platform modules were developed with a focus on transportability, assembly, scalability, and suitability for real maritime operating conditions.
6th Energy Research Programme
Harbor modules & platform architecture
During the 6th Energy Research Programme, the research was transferred into an application-oriented system. Modular harbor and platform modules were developed, designed to be transportable, easy to assemble, scalable, and suitable for real maritime operating conditions.
Floating test as part of the 7th Energy Research Programme
Floating test of the PV platform
The floating test validated the platform for the first time as a real, integrated system with photovoltaics. Tested aspects included buoyancy, load-bearing structure, PV integration, installation handling, and the platform’s behavior in the water.
7th EFP · Current phase
Long-term testing & hybrid SOcean platform
In the current 7th Energy Research Programme, the platform is installed at a fixed position and further tested in long-term operation. At the same time, it is being advanced into a hybrid SOcean platform integrating photovoltaics, wave energy, and maritime infrastructure.
Aktuelles zur SOcean-Plattform
In parallel with the sea launch, several articles will be published providing insights into the platform’s technology, structure, and application possibilities.
In parallel with the sea launch, several articles will be published providing insights into the platform’s technology, structure, and application possibilities.
Latest Updates on the SOcean Platform
In parallel with the sea launch, several articles will be published providing insights into the platform’s technology, structure, and application possibilities.
In parallel with the sea launch, several articles will be published providing insights into the platform’s technology, structure, and application possibilities.
