Chapter 5 gives an overview of procedures during
operation of The Array. These procedures
are described for the entire life cycle of the
structure. Once fabricated, the structure must
be transported to the chosen location, where
installation of mooring, boom and collection
platform will take place. After placement,
maintenance is required due to degradation
and incidents. More information on bio fouling
is discussed after the maintenance subchapter.
The chapter closes with final remarks about
decommissioning. It is expected that decommissioning
costs will be equal to or less than
than the installation costs.