... for freshwater fed by monsoon rain. This paper proffers a solution using a series of gravity-based caisson (GBC) modules to form a lagoon separating the freshwater from the seawater. They can be manufactured offsite, launched and towed to its final position where it is aligned and ballasted with seawater. Some...

... 09 01 2009 This paper reports on the development of computational tools at the Offshore Technology Research Center to study the behavior of suction caissons also known as suction anchors and bucket foundations. The effects of installation on axial capacity are examined through...

... 05 01 2009 Physical models have been developed to investigate suction installation of caisson foundations in fine-grained dense silica sand. The main controlling factor, pumping rate, was found to have significant influence on the differential pressure result across the caisson base...