Offshore wind farm could create radar blind spots, ‘ghost’ targets: China study
- Posted on September 26, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Recent research from China reveals significant challenges posed by expanding offshore wind farms to maritime radar systems. As wind energy infrastructure grows along coastal regions, turbine structures create electromagnetic interference that can obscure vessel detection and generate false radar signatures. This emerging concern highlights the critical need to balance renewable energy development with operational maritime safety, requiring integrated planning between renewable energy sectors and naval authorities.
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