Terwey Research & Advisory was founded in 2026 by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Torben Terwey.
As Professor of Renewable Offshore Energy with a focus on Wind Energy Engineering at Kiel University of Applied Sciences (HAW Kiel), he works on the reliability, efficiency, and durability of highly loaded mechanical systems. His research areas include wind turbine drivetrains, rotor bearing systems, tribological contacts, lifetime assessment, and the interaction between individual components and the overall system. His professional background includes research in wind energy engineering with a focus on tribology and machine elements and several years of development responsibility in the wind supplier industry.
The company combines scientific expertise, industrial experience, and a practical understanding of complex engineering challenges. Its work is focused on supporting clients in the development, assessment, and optimization of reliable mechanical systems, with particular expertise in demanding wind energy applications.

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