Nonlinear wave loads on a three-column TLP in real seas /
Nonlinear wave loads are essential in design of offshore structures. In this study an analysis model for nonlinear wave loads was improved by introducing a quasi-linear transfer function which incorporates both linear- and quadratic- transfer functions. The analysis model is first demonstrated by...
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| Format: | Thesis eBook |
| Language: | English |
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| Online Access: | Link to OAKTrust copy |
| Summary: | Nonlinear wave loads are essential in design of offshore structures. In this study an analysis model for nonlinear wave loads was improved by introducing a quasi-linear transfer function which incorporates both linear- and quadratic- transfer functions. The analysis model is first demonstrated by computing wave loads on a truncated column in experimental regular wave and irregular waves. The general trend of the quasi-linear transfer function LTF* is investigated. Time series of wave forces are computed and compared with experimental results. The model was confirmed through good agreement between experiment and prediction results. The analysis model is then applied to a three-column TLP. A real field wave, which is quite non-Gaussian, is used as input. Linear and second-order force time series in surge, pitch and heave directions are predicted. Time series of nonlinear force is obtained, and statistics of the wave loads are investigated. Second order wave loads in higher and lower frequency are highlighted. Finally, the nonlinear wave loads are applied to the TLP finite element analysis model to simulate the nonlinear motion and tendon tensions. The time domain simulations are transformed to the frequency amplitude spectra, from which high-frequency resonance and slowly-varying motion are investigated. |
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| Item Description: | "Major subject: Ocean Engineering". Vita. |
| Physical Description: | xi, 98 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm. Also available online. Issued also on microfiche from Lange Micrographics. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (leaves 71-74). |