This paper presents an overview of research and development on Megafloat, carried out by
the Technological Research Association of Megafloat (TRAM) and other researchers …

With the development of very large floating structures (VLFSs), a hexagon enclosed platform
(HEP), which consists of six trapezoidal modules with a hinged connection, is recently …

Hydrodynamic performances of very large floating structure (VLFS) proposed for floating
runway are crucial for its serviceability and survivability. This paper adopts time-domain …

This paper numerically and experimentally investigates the hydrodynamic interaction
between two semi-submersible type VLFS modules in the frequency domain. Model tests …

Motion responses of moored very large floating structures (VLFSs) in coastal regions are
remarkably influenced by shallow water, seabed topography, and mooring system, which …

When a very large floating structure (VLFS) is subjected to successive regular waves, it may
sometimes suffer from “beating vibration”. This phenomenon occurs when the wave period …

Abstract The Mega-Float project is a pontoon-type Very Large Floating Structure that was
designed for deployment in protected waters such as in a large bay. It consists of a floating …

This paper describes the results of hydraulic model tests to determine the elastic response
and mooring forces of a very large floating structure (VLFS) moored inside a coastal reef …

Pontoon-type very large floating structures (VLFS) comprises pontoon hulls joined together
and designed for operation in protected waters. It is further characterized by hydroelastic …

Technical feasibility and practical design method of SSMF, a Semi-Submersible-Type-
Megafloat, was studied under research funding from Corporation for Advanced Transport …