The paper presents the towing tests of CENTEC-TLP, a state-of-the-art free-float capable
tension leg platform supporting a 10 MW wind turbine. The platform's design process and …

Towing dynamics is investigated by means of a simplified mathematical model that
approximates the tug as a point particle with prescribed motion, while the tow is modelled as …

This paper presents a framework for strength assessment of degraded mooring chains,
based upon laboratory break tests and finite element simulations of degraded chain. Four …

The catenary anchor leg mooring (CALM) sys tem is one of the most complex hydrodynamic
systems in terms of hydrodynamic theory. This complexity comes from a large amount of …

This paper presents a series of model experiments on the current-induced motions of a 1: 40
scale lifeboat at a single point mooring (SPM). The influence upon vessel and buoy motion …

O presente trabalho aborda três tópicos de pesquisa e desenvolvimento em Sistemas de
Posicionamento Dinâmico (SPD). Desenvolveu-se uma nova metodologia para o projeto de …

Hawser single point moored (SPM) shuttle tankers are widely used in various offshore oil
development system. In this paper, the experiment of 1: 40 shuttle tanker model with hawser …

This article deals with the development of a numerical tool based on an integrated synthesis
model to carry out the first project cycle of floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) platforms to …

A set of towing test results of a free-float capable Tension Leg Platform (TLP) from the
ARCWIND project, the CENTEC-TLP, is presented. Its design process and overall response …

With the expansion of oil exploration in deep waters, assessing the risks associated with
offloading operations becomes essential in preventing accidents that may cause huge …