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Topics: Drilling , Dynamic response , Jack-up drilling rigs , North Sea , Soil , Degrees of freedom , Hull , Jacks (Lifting equipment) , Sands , Shear modulus

Numerical Modeling of Launching Steel Jackets With Consideration of Water Entry Forces

Nikzad Nourpanah, Moharram D. Pirooz

OMAE 2008; 53-61doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57044

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Topics: Computer simulation , Steel , Water , Design , Fluids , Offshore platform jackets , Stress , Trajectories (Physics)

Research on Transient Mechanics Behavior of Pumping Rod in Pumping System

Jun Zhu, Rui Fen Zhou

OMAE 2008; 63-67doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57049

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Topics: Transients (Dynamics)

Research on the Pressure Field and Production Ability of Compound Hydrocyclone

Feng Li, Minghu Jiang, Lixin Zhao

OMAE 2008; 69-73doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57050

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Topics: Pressure , Pressure drop

Hybrid Catenary Riser for Spar Application

S.-H. Mark Chang, Yongming Cheng, Malcolm Vass, Vincent Ledoux

OMAE 2008; 75-80doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57064

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Topics: Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Spar platforms , Wing spars , Pipes , Keel , Computer simulation , Locks (Waterways) , Steel catenary risers

Free-Fall Lifeboats: Experimental Investigation of the Impact of Environmental Conditions on Technical and Human Performance

Antonio Simo˜es Re´, Scott MacKinnon, Brian Veitch

OMAE 2008; 81-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57071

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Topics: Lifeboats , Occupational safety and health , Evacuations , Offshore installations , Ships , Wire

Comparative Test Research on Different Type Energy-Saving Pumping Unit

Zhao Guo, Gao Yu

OMAE 2008; 89-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57080

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Topics: Energy consumption , Oil fields , System efficiency , Testing , Water , Weight (Mass)

Hydrodynamics of a SPAR-Type FPSO Concept for Application as a Production Platform

Nagan Srinivasan, Subrata Chakrabarti, R. Sundaravadivelu, Rahul Kanotra

OMAE 2008; 93-110doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57093

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Topics: FPSO , Hydrodynamics , Vessels , Mooring , Arctic region , Water , Waves , Emergencies , Ice , Icebergs

Stochastic Analysis of Vertical Wave Loads on Deck

Ravikiran S. Kota, Torgeir Moan

OMAE 2008; 111-119doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57105

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Topics: Stress , Waves , Wetting , Platform decks

Experimental Research on the Vibration Reduction and Impact Resistance Performances of Offshore Structure Based on Magnetorheological Damper

Zhongchao Deng, Dagang Zhang, Xiongliang Yao

OMAE 2008; 121-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57106

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Topics: Dampers , Offshore structures , Vibration

Risk Based Fuzzy Modeling of Cost Estimating Relationships for Floating Structures

Erebi Cocodia

OMAE 2008; 129-142doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57116

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Topics: Floating structures , Modeling , Project cost estimation , Risk , Ocean engineering , Weight (Mass) , Errors , Fuzzy logic , Offshore structures , Ships

Drag Reduction of Recess Type Moonpool Under Vessel’s Forward Speed

Hye-Jong Son, Soon-Ho Choi, Man-Hwan Kim, Seung-Myun Hwangbo

OMAE 2008; 143-148doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57118

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Topics: Drag reduction , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Drilling , Drillships , Flow (Dynamics) , Hull , Model basin , Oscillations , Ships , Water

FPSO-H Preliminary Design Approach

C. Ferraz, N. G. Oliveira, J. M. Vasconcellos

OMAE 2008; 149-154doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57126

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Topics: Design , FPSO , Mooring , Oil fields , Tankers , Vessels , Construction , Inspection , Marine engineering , Naval architecture

Bending Fatigue Tests Using a Suitable NDT Method to Determine Lifetime of Large Diameter Wire Ropes for Offshore Lifting Applications

Olav Vennemann, Rikard To¨rnqvist, Bjo¨rn Ernst, Sven Winter, Ian Frazer

OMAE 2008; 155-161doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57128

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Topics: Fatigue testing , Ocean engineering , Ropes , Wire , Pulleys , Torque , Fatigue life , Nondestructive evaluation , Resonance , Stress

Improving the Motions of a Semi by the Addition of Heave Plates

Cheng-Yo Chen, Yun Ding, Trevor Mills, John Murray

OMAE 2008; 163-168doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57135

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Topics: Plates (structures) , Semi-submersible offshore structures , Gulf of Mexico , Hull , Spar platforms , Testing , Top-tensioned risers , Wing spars , Deepwater development , Design

Characterization of Polyester Mooring Lines

Michel Franc¸ois, Peter Davies

OMAE 2008; 169-177doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57136

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Topics: Mooring , Polyester fabrics , Ropes , Stiffness , Stress , Design , Elongation , Accuracy and precision , Fibers , Gulf of Mexico

Influence of Fibre Stiffness on Deepwater Mooring Line Response

Peter Davies, Patrice Baron, Karine Salomon, Charles Bideaud, J.-P. Labbe´, Ste´phane Toumit, Michel Francois, Francois Grosjean, Tony Bunsell, A.-G. Moysan

OMAE 2008; 179-187doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57147

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Topics: Fibers , Mooring , Ropes , Stiffness

A Hydrodynamic Analysis Method for Offshore Discharge Operations

J. B. de Jonge, O. A. J. Peters, R. H. M. Huijsmans

OMAE 2008; 189-196doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57155

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Topics: Cylinders , Diffraction , Engineering standards , Floating bodies , Flow (Dynamics) , Ocean engineering , Potential theory (Physics) , Semi-submersible offshore structures , Vessels , Water

Non Linear System Identification of Offshore Floating Structures

Nadathur P. Varadarajan, Satish Nagarajaiah

OMAE 2008; 197-204doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57161

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Topics: Floating structures , Nonlinear systems , Ocean engineering , Spar platforms , Frequency response , Maintenance , Signals , Wave frequency , Wind

International Codes and Standards Applicable to Cost Estimating Relationships for Floating Production Systems

Erebi Cocodia

OMAE 2008; 205-216doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57162

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Topics: Engineering standards , Manufacturing systems , Project cost estimation , Ocean engineering , Offshore structures , Engineers , Floating structures , Life cycle costing , Optimization , Sensitivity analysis

Durability of Aramid Ropes in a Marine Environment

Guillaume Derombise, Laetitia Van Schoors, Peter Davies, Loic Dussud

OMAE 2008; 217-226doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57199

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Topics: Durability , Ropes , Aramid fibers , Instrumentation , Braid (Textile) , Construction , Fatigue , Fibers , Pulleys , Seas

Dynamic Response Analysis of a Spar Platform Subjected to Wind and Wave Forces

Bernt J. Leira, Dag Myrhaug, Jarle Voll

OMAE 2008; 227-234doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57227

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Topics: Dynamic response analysis , Spar platforms , Wave forces , Wind , Waves , FPSO , Surface roughness , Wind velocity , Dynamic response , Seas

Fatigue Assessment of Side Shell Details of an FPSO Based on Non-Collinear Sea and Swell

Odd Jan Andersen, Sverre Haver, Narve Oma, Olav Rognebakke, Octavi Sado´

OMAE 2008; 235-245doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57241

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Topics: Fatigue , FPSO , Seas , Shells , Waves , Fatigue damage , Wind , Damage , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Cross section (Physics)

Application of Linearized Morison Load in Pipe Lay Stinger Design

Riaan van ‘t Veer

OMAE 2008; 247-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57247

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Topics: Design , Pipes , Stress , Vessels

Impact of Linearization of Bilge Keel Damping on the Early Assessment of Vessel Operability

Michael Gachet, Jean-Gregoire Kherian

OMAE 2008; 257-264doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57255

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Topics: Damping , Keel , Vessels , Seas , Electromagnetic scattering

Structural Analysis of an Offshore Jacket Model Under Seismic Excitation

Helder J. D. Correia, Anto´nio C. Mendes, Carlos A. F. S. Oliveira

OMAE 2008; 265-274doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57263

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Topics: Excitation , Offshore platform jackets , Structural analysis

Effect of Moonpool Hydrodynamics on Spar Heave

Himanshu Gupta, Robert Blevins, Hugh Banon

OMAE 2008; 275-282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57264

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Topics: Hydrodynamics , Spar platforms , Wing spars , Oscillations , Plates (structures) , Water , Design , Drilling , Hull , Pipeline risers

Viscous Drift Forces on Semis in Irregular Seas: A Frequency Domain Approach

Halvor Lie, Karl E. Kaasen

OMAE 2008; 283-292doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57313

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Topics: Cylinders , Damping , Design , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Excitation , Floating structures , Mooring , Morison equation , Ocean engineering , Offshore structures

Wave and Current Induced Cumulative Fatigue Damage Assessment for Offshore Pipeline on Free-Span

Ali Valipour, Mehrdad Zoroufi, Abbas Yeganeh Bakhtiary, Reza Valipour

OMAE 2008; 293-299doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57317

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Topics: Fatigue damage , Underwater pipelines , Waves , Pipelines , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Seabed , Computer simulation , Currents , Design , Fatigue life

An Analytic Method of Underwater Observation Tower Due to Wave Breaking Forces

Osamu Saijo, Hiroaki Eto, Yutaka Koto

OMAE 2008; 301-306doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57328

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Topics: Waves , Wave forces , Pressure , Water , Bridges (Structures) , Diffraction , Dynamic analysis , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Structural analysis

Interaction of Solitary Waves With a Group of Dual Porous Circular Cylinders

K. Sankarbabu, S. A. Sannasiraj, V. Sundar

OMAE 2008; 307-313doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57342

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Topics: Circular cylinders , Waves , Cylinders , Diffraction , Eigenfunctions , Wave forces

Whipping Phenomenon Caused by the Internal Flow Momentum on the Catenary Risers of Offshore Petroleum Fields

Se´rgio N. Bordalo, Celso K. Morooka, Cesar C. P. Cavalcante, Cyntia G. C. Matt, Ricardo Franciss

OMAE 2008; 315-323doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57351

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Topics: Internal flow , Momentum , Ocean engineering , Petroleum , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Flow (Dynamics) , Oscillations , Accelerometers , Bubbles

The Effect of a Dual Draft Hull on the Motion Behaviour of a Pipelay/Heavy-Lift Vessel

J. L. F. van Kessel, W. J. van der Velde

OMAE 2008; 325-333doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57357

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Topics: Damping , Hull , Vessels

Non Linear Response of Fixed Offshore Platforms to Seismic Excitation Including Soil-Pile-Structure Interaction

Ehssan Zargar, Ali Akbar Aghakouchak, Amin Aghakouchak

OMAE 2008; 335-345doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57372

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Topics: Excitation , Offshore platforms , Soil , Damping , Radiation (Physics) , Rocks , Deflection , Design , Earthquakes , Energy dissipation

Experimental Study of Sloshing Effects in Roll Motion of Floating Units

Higor Felipe de Medeiros, Guilherme Espan˜a Rueda Silva, Liang-Yee Cheng, Marcio Michiharu Tsukamoto, Kazuo Nishimoto

OMAE 2008; 347-353doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57392

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Topics: Sloshing

Simulation of Second-Order Roll Motions of a FPSO

Fla´via Rezende, Xiao-Bo Chen, Marcos D. Ferreira

OMAE 2008; 355-361doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57405

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Topics: FPSO , Simulation , Vessels , Stress , Waves , Design , Gravity (Force) , Transfer functions

Second-Order Wave Loads on a LNG Carrier in Multi-Directional Waves

Mathieu Renaud, Fla´via Rezende, Olaf Waals, Xiao-Bo Chen, Radboud van Dijk

OMAE 2008; 363-370doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57409

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Topics: Liquefied natural gas , Stress , Waves , Mooring , Vessels , Damping , Design , Kinematics , Ocean engineering , Shorelines

The Influence at Vertical First Order Motions Using Appendages in a Monocolumn Platform

Fabio Tadao Matsumoto, Rodolfo Trentin Gonc¸alves, Edgard Borges Malta, Higor Felipe de Medeiros, Kazuo Nishimoto, Isai´as Quaresma Masetti

OMAE 2008; 371-377doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57410

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Topics: Damping , Design , Disks , Dynamic response , Maintenance , Manufacturing systems , Ocean engineering , Plates (structures) , Resonance , Stability

The Need to Understand the Dynamic Interaction Between Wellbore and Reservoir in Liquid Loaded Gas Wells

Fouad A. Solomon, Gioia Falcone, Catalin Teodoriu

OMAE 2008; 379-388doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57427

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Topics: Natural gas wells , Reservoirs , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Wells , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fluid mechanics , Natural gas fields , Ocean engineering , Petroleum industry

Investigation of Drilling Problems in Gas Hydrate Formations

Catalin Teodoriu, Gioia Falcone, Amodu Afolabi

OMAE 2008; 389-393doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57438

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Topics: Drilling , Methane hydrate , Fluids , Water , Bits (Tools) , Collapse , Drills (Tools) , Failure , Flow (Dynamics) , High pressure (Physics)

Conceptual Design of Floating Production and Storage With Dry Tree Capability

Rodolfo Trentin Gonc¸alves, Fabio Tadao Matsumoto, Higor Felipe de Medeiros, Hernani Luiz Brinati, Kazuo Nishimoto, Isai´as Quaresma Masetti

OMAE 2008; 395-407doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57440

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Topics: Conceptual design , Storage , Design , Dynamic response , Mooring , Stability , Water

SCR Application for Turret Moored FPSOs in West Africa

Howard H. Wang, Wan C. Kan, Juan I. Orphee, Mark D. Crawford, Jim Sutherland, Paulo C. Gioielli, John E. Miller

OMAE 2008; 409-418doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57454

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Topics: Mooring , Fatigue , FPSO , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Compression , Deepwater development , Design , Fatigue testing , Flexible risers

Effect of Wave Loading on the Seismic Behavior of a Typical Fixed Jacket-Type Platform

Z. Omrani, A. R. M. Gharabaghi, S. R. Hosseini, S. Nouri

OMAE 2008; 419-425doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57456

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Topics: Waves , Earthquakes , Damping , Water , Computer software , Design , Finite element analysis , Offshore platforms , Seawater , Stiffness

Effect of Polyester Rope Damping on Behavior of Offshore Floating Units

Ronaldo Ross Rossi, Antonio Carlos Fernandes, Gilson L. Novaes, Jose Carlos Zanutto

OMAE 2008; 427-431doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57458

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Topics: Damping , Ocean engineering , Polyester fabrics , Ropes , Cycles , Computer software , Dimensional analysis , Dynamic testing (Engineering) , FPSO , Mooring

Two Dry Tree Semisubmersible Designs for Ultra Deep Water Post-Katrina Gulf of Mexico

John J. Murray, Chan K. Yang, Cheng-Yo Chen, Edwin Nah

OMAE 2008; 433-440doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57462

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Topics: Gulf of Mexico , Semi-submersible offshore structures , Water , Hull , Plates (structures) , Computer simulation , Construction , Design , Dimensions , Oil well completion

VIV Control and Drag Reduction Using the Guided Porosity Concept

Antonio C. Fernandes, Fabio M. Coelho, Ricardo Franciss, Severino F. S. Neto

OMAE 2008; 441-447doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57471

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Topics: Drag reduction , Porosity , Vortex-induced vibration , Potential theory (Physics)

Experimental and Numerical Evaluation of the Installation of Sub-Sea Equipments for Risers Support

Andre´ L. C. Fujarra, Eduardo A. Tannuri, Isai´as Q. Masetti, Haroldo Igreja

OMAE 2008; 449-462doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57472

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Topics: Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Seas , Cables , Ocean engineering , Water , Waves , Arches , Boats , Buoyancy

A Generic Method to Model Frequency-Direction Wave Spectra for FPSO Motions

Hermione J. van Zutphen, Philip Jonathan, Kevin C. Ewans

OMAE 2008; 463-473doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57481

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Topics: FPSO , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Waves

Finite Element Simulations and Experimental Investigations of Simple 2-D Geometries in Slamming

Adrian Constantinescu, Alain Neme, Nicolas Jacques, Philippe Rigo

OMAE 2008; 475-484doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57482

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Fluid structure interaction , Simulation , Fluids , Modeling , Pressure , Water , Computational fluid dynamics , Numerical analysis , Seas

Fluid-Structure Interaction Simulation Using an Incompressible SPH method

Ashkan Rafiee, Krish P. Thiagarajan

OMAE 2008; 485-496doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57510

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Topics: Fluid structure interaction , Simulation , Deformation , Collapse , Dams , Elastic plates , Fluid dynamics , Fluids , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process)

The Transient Effect of Tendon Disconnection on the Global Motion of ETLP

Chan K. Yang, Balakrishna Padmanabhan, John Murray, M. H. Kim

OMAE 2008; 497-507doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57521

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Topics: Tendons , Tension-leg platforms , Transients (Dynamics) , Tension , Pipeline risers , Gulf of Mexico , Hull , Modeling , Mooring , Safety

Experimental Results of Tsunami Bore Forces on Structures

I. N. Robertson, H. R. Riggs, A. Mohamed

OMAE 2008; 509-517doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57525

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Topics: Tsunamis , Waves , Bridges (Structures) , Shorelines , Computational fluid dynamics , Fluids , Pistons , Structural elements (Construction) , Structures , Velocity measurement

Design of the World’s 1^st Gravity Actuated Pipe (GAP) for Murphy’s Kikeh Deepwater Development, East Malaysia

Marc Lemoe¨l, Paul Brown, Philippe Jean, Barry Shepheard

OMAE 2008; 519-529doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57533

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Topics: Deepwater development , Design , Fluids , Gravity (Force) , Pipes , Flow (Dynamics) , Buoyancy , Chain , FPSO , Tension

Integrated Fatigue Analysis of the GAP Structural System

Cecile Melis, Stephane Laymond, Philippe Jean

OMAE 2008; 531-540doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57534

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Topics: Fatigue , Fatigue analysis , Fluids , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Pipes , Stress , Chain , Design , FPSO

Coupled Analysis of an FPSO and Dry Tree Unit Connected by a Gravity Actuated Pipe (GAP)

Mamoun Naciri, Helene Schaegis, Guillaume Ardoise

OMAE 2008; 541-550doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57536

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Topics: Fluids , FPSO , Gravity (Force) , Modal analysis , Pipes , China , Mooring , Ocean engineering , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting)

Model Testing the 3D Dynamic Behaviour of the GAP System and Comparison With Numerical Computations

Emmanuel Sergent, Bruno Thibault, Alexis Lenoble

OMAE 2008; 551-559doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57537

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Topics: Computation , Fluids , Testing , FPSO , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipes , Chain , China , Fatigue

Vortex Induced Vibration of the GAP Bundle: From Selection of Flow Lines Arrangement to VIV Fatigue Analysis

Emmanuel Sergent, Jaap De Wilde, Richard Harrisson, Yann Helle

OMAE 2008; 561-569doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57538

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Fatigue analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Vortex-induced vibration

Gap Onshore Construction: Welding and NDE Challenges

Anthony Pearson, Stephane Laymond, Mark Werner

OMAE 2008; 571-577doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57539

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Topics: Construction , Fluids , Nondestructive evaluation , Welding

GAP Launch: Methodology, Constraints and Challenges

Pierre Morin, Christophe Martin, Ron Alberts

OMAE 2008; 579-586doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57540

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Topics: China , Fluids , FPSO , Gravity (Force) , Ocean engineering , Pipeline risers , Pipes , Risers (Casting) , Seas , Spar platforms

Preparation and Execution of the GAP Surface Tow

Pierre Morin, Philippe Jean, Cecile Melis, Yann Helle, Barry Shepheard

OMAE 2008; 587-595doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57541

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Topics: China , Construction , Fatigue , Fatigue damage , Fluids , FPSO , Gravity (Force) , Ocean engineering , Pipeline risers , Pipes

Simulation of Vibration Control of Offshore Platforms Under Earthquake Loadings

Rujian Ma, Jungang Wang, Dong Zhao

OMAE 2008; 597-601doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57553

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Topics: Earthquakes , Offshore platforms , Simulation , Vibration , Vibration control

The Air-Water Sloshing Problem: Parametric Studies on Excitation Magnitude and Frequency

P. von Bergheim, K. P. Thiagarajan

OMAE 2008; 603-609doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57556

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Topics: Excitation , Sloshing , Water , Computational fluid dynamics , Liquefied natural gas , Pressure , Engineering simulation , Potential theory (Physics) , Simulation , Tankers

A Numerical Study on the Impact of Filling Level on Liquid Sloshing Pressures

Dibakar Rakshit, Nitin Repalle, Jagadeesh Putta, Krish P. Thiagarajan

OMAE 2008; 611-618doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57557

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Topics: Sloshing , Excitation , Liquefied natural gas , Computer simulation , Computer software , Critical phenomena (Physics) , Fluids , Oscillations , Pressure , Stress

On the Occurrence of Mathieu Instabilities of Vertical Cylinders

Marcelo A. S. Neves, Sergio H. Sphaier, Bruno M. Mattoso, Claudio A. Rodri´guez, Alberto L. Santos, Vinicius L. Vileti, Fernando G. S. Torres

OMAE 2008; 619-627doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57567

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Topics: Cylinders , Resonance , Spar platforms , Waves , Damping , Design , Dynamic stability , Hull , Mooring , Offshore platforms

Coupled Analysis of DP-Tugboat and Onshore Pre-Assembled SCR (Steel Catenary Riser) Transportation System

Fabiano P. Rampazzo, Marcio M. Tsukamoto, Luis A. Quadrante, Kazuo Nishimoto, Marcos Q. de Siqueira, Ricardo Franciss, Felipe Rateiro Pereira

OMAE 2008; 629-636doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57571

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Topics: Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Steel catenary risers , Transportation systems

A Comparison Between Modal Push-Over and Nonlinear Dynamic Response of Jacket Type Offshore Platforms Subjected to Strong Ground Motions

M. A. Roshandel Tavana, B. Asgarian

OMAE 2008; 637-644doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57588

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Topics: Dynamic response , Fibers , Finite element methods , Offshore platforms , Soil

Fender Selection for Reverse Lightering of Ship-to-Ship Transfer Operations

Shigeki Sakakibara, Shuu Yamada

OMAE 2008; 645-654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57589

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Topics: Ships , Mooring , Computer simulation , Computer software , Crude oil , Ocean engineering

Calibration of Mooring Line Damping for Taut-Leg FPSOs Model Testing

Antonio C. Fernandes, Allan Carre´ de Oliveira, Fabio P. S. Mineiro, Joel S. Sales, Andre´ Luis Rosa, Andre´ Ramiro

OMAE 2008; 655-662doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57606

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Topics: Calibration , Damping , Mooring , Testing , Stiffness

Consequences of a Non-Linear Asymmetric Restoring Force on the Offshore Barge Rolling Motion

Allan Carre´ de Oliveira, Joel Sena Sales, Jr., Joa˜o Luis Batista da Silva, Antonio Carlos Fernandes, Rene Thiago C. Orlowski, Arthur Curty Saad

OMAE 2008; 663-670doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57607

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Geometry , Keel , Pipeline risers , Pipelines , Potential theory (Physics) , Risers (Casting) , Stability , Theoretical analysis

Numerical and Experimental Investigation on the Dynamics of Catenary Risers and the Riser-Induced-Damping Phenomenon

Ioannis K. Chatjigeorgiou, Gilbert Damy, Marc LeBoulluec

OMAE 2008; 671-680doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57616

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Topics: Damping , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Mooring , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Cycles , Floating structures

An Analysis of Noise Characteristics of Drill Bits

Christian Gradl, Alfred W. Eustes, Gerhard Thonhauser

OMAE 2008; 681-687doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57620

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Topics: Bits (Tools) , Noise (Sound) , Microphones , Rollers , Cutting , Design , Diamond bits , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Acoustics

Frequency-Domain Calculations of Moored Vessel Motion Including Low Frequency Effect

C. Le Cunff, Sam Ryu, Jean-Michel Heurtier, Arun S. Duggal

OMAE 2008; 689-696doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57632

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Topics: Mooring , Vessels , Wave frequency , Frequency-domain analysis , Floating structures , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , FPSO , Radiation (Physics) , Waves , Damping

Risers Clashing Induced by the Wake Interference

Antonio C. Fernandes, Stefania D. Rocha, Fabio M. Coelho, Breno P. Jacob, Joseane V. Queiroz, Bruna Capanema, Jorge A. Merino

OMAE 2008; 697-702doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57639

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Topics: Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Wakes , Vortex-induced vibration , Deflection , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Friction , Ocean engineering , Petroleum industry , User interfaces

Seismic Analysis of a Double-Hinged Articulated Offshore Tower

Syed Danish Hasan, Nazrul Islam, Khalid Moin

OMAE 2008; 703-711doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57672

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Seismic analysis , Earthquakes , Offshore structures , Hinges , Buoyancy , Equations of motion , Excitation , Seabed , Seas

Coupled Dynamic and Static Analysis of Typhoon TLP Accident During Extreme Environmental Conditions

Gabriela Joelsas Timerman, Marcio Araujo de Campos, Kazuo Nishimoto, Oscar Augusto Brito

OMAE 2008; 713-722doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57676

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Topics: Accidents , Tension-leg platforms , Failure , Buckling , Compression , Design , Displacement , Dynamic analysis , Gulf of Mexico , Ocean engineering

Fluctuating Wind Induced Response of Double Hinged Articulated Loading Platform

Mohd Moonis Zaheer, Nazrul Islam

OMAE 2008; 723-731doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57723

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Topics: Wind , Waves , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Buoyancy , Equations of motion , Hinges , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Wind waves , American Petroleum Institute , Currents

An Experimental Investigation of Roll Motions of an FPSO

Paulo T. T. Esperanc¸a, Joel S. Sales, Jr., Stergios Liapis, Joa˜o Paulo J. Matsuura, Wes Schott

OMAE 2008; 733-741doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57765

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Topics: FPSO , Keel , Waves , Ocean engineering , Seas , Ships , Currents , Degrees of freedom , Design , Fatigue

Development of a New Self-Stable Dry-Tree GoM TLP With Full Drilling Capabilities

Homayoun Heidari, Neil Williams, Sean Large, Jim Byrne

OMAE 2008; 743-749doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57772

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Topics: Drilling , Tension-leg platforms , Hull , Design , Waves , Displacement , Engineering standards , Geometry , Integrated systems , Keel

Vessel Adapted for Multiple Installation and Salvage

Jean-Marc Cholley, Nicolas Tcherniguin, Pierre Armand Thomas

OMAE 2008; 751-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57776

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Topics: Salvage (Wastes) , Vessels , Design , Ocean engineering , Crane barges , Deepwater development , Derricks , Dimensions , Hull , Nuclear decommissioning

Jack-Deck for FPSO Module Installation

Nicolas Tcherniguin, Jean-Marc Cholley

OMAE 2008; 759-766doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57782

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Topics: FPSO , Jacks (Lifting equipment) , Construction , Hull , Structural design

A Robust Asymptotically Based Modeling Approach for Two-Phase Flow in Porous Media

M. M. Awad, S. D. Butt

OMAE 2008; 767-778doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57792

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Topics: Modeling , Porous materials , Two-phase flow

Ultimate Strength Analysis of Jacket Type Offshore Platforms Due to Wave, Current and Wind Loading

J. Mirzadeh Niasar, A. A. Aghakouchak, S. Samadani, A. Aghakouchak

OMAE 2008; 779-786doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57797

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Topics: Offshore platforms , Tensile strength , Waves , Wind , Design , American Petroleum Institute , Computer software , Safety , Stress , Structural analysis

Utilization of FMEA During the Preliminary Design of a Dynamic Positioning System for a Shuttle Tanker

La´zaro Moratelli, Jr., Eduardo A. Tannuri, He´lio M. Morishita

OMAE 2008; 787-796doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57808

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Topics: Design , Dynamic positioning systems , Failure mode and effects analysis , Tankers , Engineering simulation , Event history analysis , Failure , Simulation , Failure data , Ocean engineering

Hydrodynamic Analysis of Multi-Body Floating Piers

Zahra Tajali, Mehdi Shafieefar, Mahmood Akhyani

OMAE 2008; 797-804doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57849

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Topics: Diffraction , Dimensions , Dynamic response , Floating structures , Geometry , Optimization , Piers (Structural) , Structural response analysis , Transfer functions , Wave frequency

Mating of the Topsides Onto the Lower Hull: P52 Semi-Submersible

David Emery, Loic Ferron, Jean Claude Naudin, Pierre Armand Thomas, Philippe Weber

OMAE 2008; 805-813doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57869

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Topics: Hull , Semi-submersible offshore structures , Manufacturing , Seas

An Investigation of Stability and Workability of ESEMI Under the Pre-Service Condition in Gulf of Mexico

Chan K. Yang, John Murray, Edwin Nah, Anis Hussain

OMAE 2008; 815-821doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57879

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Topics: Gulf of Mexico , Stability , Workability , Semi-submersible offshore structures , Hull , Performance characterization , Static stability (Fluid mechanics) , Water

Computing Large Amplitude Motions of a Floating Offshore Structure in the Time Domain

Wei Qiu, Hongxuan Peng

OMAE 2008; 823-829doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57922

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Topics: Offshore structures , FPSO , Boundary-value problems , Floating structures , Geometry , Integral equations , Vessels , Waves

Dynamic Analysis and Design of LNG Tanks Considering Fluid Structure Interactions

Y. P. Xiong, J. T. Xing

OMAE 2008; 831-838doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57937

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Topics: Design , Dynamic analysis , Fluid structure interaction , Liquefied natural gas , Dynamic response , Stiffness , Computer simulation , Excitation , Seawater , Stress

Simulation of the Hydrodynamic Interaction Forces in Close-Proximity Manoeuvring

Serge Sutulo, C. Guedes Soares

OMAE 2008; 839-848doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57938

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Topics: Simulation , Algorithms , Stress , Computation , Fluid-dynamic forces , Surges , Yaw

Hydrodynamic Interaction and Drift Forces on a Rectangular Barge and Modified Wigley Hull Arranged Side-by-Side

Joa˜o Pessoa, Nuno Fonseca, C. Guedes Soares

OMAE 2008; 849-858doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57943

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Topics: Hull , Liquefied natural gas , Tankers , Waves

Centrifugal Separators Used for Oilfield Multi-Phase Separation

Lixin Zhao, Zhengrong Hua, Yue Wang, Yanqing Hu, Zhanzhao Ma

OMAE 2008; 859-865doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57965

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Oil fields , Separation (Technology)

Structural Analysis of a Multi-Body Wave Energy Converter in the Frequency Domain by Interfacing WAMIT and ABAQUS

Reza Taghipour, Arswendy Arswendy, Me`lanie Devergez, Torgeir Moan

OMAE 2008; 867-880doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-57980

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Topics: Structural analysis , Wave energy converters , Buoys , Computer software , Stress , Waves , Absorption , Boundary element methods , Diffraction , Finite element analysis

Global Performance and Sloshing Analysis of a New Deep-Draft Semi-Submersible LNG FPSO

Jang W. Kim, Jim O’Sullivan, Atle Steen, John Halkyard

OMAE 2008; 881-889doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-58001

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Topics: FPSO , Liquefied natural gas , Semi-submersible offshore structures , Sloshing , Hull , Center of mass , Construction , Containment systems , Downtime , Liquefaction

Multiobjective Optimisation of a Floating LNG Terminal

Evangelos K. Boulougouris, Apostolos D. Papanikolaou

OMAE 2008; 891-900doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-58003

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Topics: Liquefied natural gas , Pareto optimization , Design , Optimization , Waves , Computer software , Decision making , Genetic algorithms

Second-Order Low-Frequency Wave Forces on a SPM Offloading Tanker in Shallow Water

S. Ma, S. Shi, M. H. Kim

OMAE 2008; 901-908doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2008-58048

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Topics: Scanning probe microscopy , Tankers , Water , Wave forces , Mooring , Approximation , Vessels , Computational methods , Computer software , Dynamic analysis

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