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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... joint cans ( nodes ) which must resist punching shear are of particular con- cern . The brace ends at tubular joints are also sub- ject to high stress concentrations . For such tubular joints , both above and below water , API - RP2A ...
... joint cans ( nodes ) which must resist punching shear are of particular con- cern . The brace ends at tubular joints are also sub- ject to high stress concentrations . For such tubular joints , both above and below water , API - RP2A ...
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... joint of two or more tu- bulars is especially difficult . In most normal prac- tice , the larger - diameter and thicker member should continue through the joint and the smaller member frame into it . In a number of large and important ...
... joint of two or more tu- bulars is especially difficult . In most normal prac- tice , the larger - diameter and thicker member should continue through the joint and the smaller member frame into it . In a number of large and important ...
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... joint must transmit structural forces in such a way as to preserve the integrity of the joint . Examples are : 1. Structural steel superstructures jointed to con- crete substructures 2. Structural steel frames supporting exterior ...
... joint must transmit structural forces in such a way as to preserve the integrity of the joint . Examples are : 1. Structural steel superstructures jointed to con- crete substructures 2. Structural steel frames supporting exterior ...
Contents
Introduction | 5 |
Physical Environmental Aspects of Offshore | 12 |
Seafloor Soils | 38 |
Copyright | |
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