Construction of Offshore StructuresBrings together, in a coherent body of work, state-of-the-art knowledge in the many engineering disciplines related to offshore construction. Covers the conception, planning, preparation, and execution of a wide variety of offshore structures while considering the impact of environmental conditions affecting projects, from tropical to arctic, coastal to deep sea. Also recognizes ecological, political, and social constraints as well as primary technical and economical requirements. Structures considered include offshore platforms in steel and concrete, submarine pipelines, ocean moorings, deep-water bridge piers, and submerged templates. Several hundred sketches and photographs and selected bibliography enhance its practical value. |
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... example , a pilot hole or holes of relatively small diameter may permit a larger - diameter pile to be driven . 2.15 Cobbles Some seafloor areas which have been subjected to high currents or wave action are " paved ” with cob- bles ...
... example , a pilot hole or holes of relatively small diameter may permit a larger - diameter pile to be driven . 2.15 Cobbles Some seafloor areas which have been subjected to high currents or wave action are " paved ” with cob- bles ...
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... example , to a barge carrying a large module , and the limit on allowable stresses would apply to the tie - downs as well as the barge and module . Often a minimum GM for example , +1.5 m , is also required . When moored , the effect of ...
... example , to a barge carrying a large module , and the limit on allowable stresses would apply to the tie - downs as well as the barge and module . Often a minimum GM for example , +1.5 m , is also required . When moored , the effect of ...
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... example , welding procedures and materials are intimately related to the ambient temperature at which the work will be carried out . The constructor has an opportunity to optimize these by one or more of the following steps . 1. The ...
... example , welding procedures and materials are intimately related to the ambient temperature at which the work will be carried out . The constructor has an opportunity to optimize these by one or more of the following steps . 1. The ...
Contents
Introduction | 5 |
Physical Environmental Aspects of Offshore | 12 |
Seafloor Soils | 38 |
Copyright | |
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