PRELIMINARY DYNAMIC AND FATIGUE ANALYSIS USING DIRECTIONAL SPECTRA

The author presents a theory and mathematical basis for determining the ability of an offshore structure to withstand wave action. The analysis includes the spreading of wave energy directionally as well as by frequency. Tables are included to show the first application of the method to preliminary design of a proposed 1000-ft platform in the Gulf of Mexico.

• Corporate Authors:

  Society of Petroleum Engineers

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  Dallas, TX  United States  75206
• Authors:
  • Marshall, P W
• Publication Date: 1977-6

Media Info

• Features: References;
• Serial:
  • Journal of Petroleum Technology
  • Volume: 29
  • Publisher: Society of Petroleum Engineers

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Design; Dynamic loads; Fatigue (Mechanics); Force; Offshore structures; Spectrum analysis; Structural analysis; Water waves; Wave motion; Waves
• Uncontrolled Terms: Dynamic response
• Old TRIS Terms: Production platforms; Wave action; Wave forces on structures
• Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Hydraulics and Hydrology; Marine Transportation;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00165419
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Engineering Index
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Nov 23 1977 12:00AM