DESIGN OF FLOATING PRODUCTION SYSTEMS

The most common platform types are semi-submersibles, monohulls and tension leg platforms. The paper addresses the design aspects of these platform types. Emphasis is placed on the discussion of important design parameters.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • Hydrodynamics: Computations, Model Tests and Reality; MARIN Workshops on: Advanced Vessels Station Keeping, Propulsor-Hull Interaction and Nautical Simulators; 11-14 May 1992; Wageningen, The Netherlands. Pubs by Elsevier Sc. Pubs. Procs. Workshop B, p 215 [8 p, 8 fig]
• Authors:
  • Naess, T
  • Johnsen, P M
• Publication Date: 1992

Language

• English

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Offshore platforms
• Uncontrolled Terms: Floating production systems
• Old TRIS Terms: Platform design
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Marine Transportation;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00704364
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: British Maritime Technology
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 14 1995 12:00AM