Design Considerations for Seafloor Foundations on Rock

Design Considerations for Seafloor Foundations on Rock
Author: P. J. Valent
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1973
Genre: Ocean bottom
ISBN:

Many potential seafloor structure locations consist of exposed rock or rock with a thin sediment cover. The design of a fixed, bottom-resting structure in such an environment poses a substantial problem because of the unevenness of the bearing surface and the usual accompanying strong currents. The report identifies probable locations of exposed and 'near-surface' seafloor rock; describes the rock surface microrelief or roughness and the rock mass integrity; and examines and criticizes rock foundation concepts.

Emplacement of a Heavy Load Onto a Seafloor Foundation

Emplacement of a Heavy Load Onto a Seafloor Foundation
Author: J. V. Wilson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 92
Release: 1972
Genre: Ocean bottom
ISBN:

Emplacement of a heavy load by cable from the surface onto a seafloor foundation in the deep ocean to an accuracy of 1 foot may require a secondary positioning system to supplement the basic ship's stationkeeping. Four possible systems to effect this control are thrusters mounted just above the load, four-point moor with winches mounted above the load, single-point moor with one winch, one thruster, and a rudder, and hauldown system with load-mounted winch. Analysis of load/cable dynamics and operational considerations show that for emplacement of heavy loads (20 to 100 tons), thrusters of 1,000 to 2,000 pounds thrust would be needed, or submersible winches of 5,000-pound capability, or a hauldown winch of 10,000-pound capacity at a constant tension. (Author).

Intermediate Offshore Foundations

Intermediate Offshore Foundations
Author: Steve Kay
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2021-06-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0429753225

Intermediate foundations are used as anchors for floating platforms and ancillary structures, foundations for steel jackets, and to support seafloor equipment and offshore wind turbines. When installed by suction, they are an economical alternative to piling, and also may be completely removed. They are usually circular in plan and are essentially rigid when laterally loaded. Length to diameter embedment ratios, L/D, generally vary between 0.5 and 10, spanning the gap between shallow and deep foundations, although these are indicative boundaries and the response, rather than the embedment ratio, defines an intermediate foundation. The first chapters introduce foundation types; compare shallow, intermediate and deep foundation models and design; define unique design issues that make intermediate foundations distinct from shallow and deep foundations, as well as list their hazards that mainly occur during installation. Later chapters cover installation, in-place resistance and in-place response, and miscellaneous design considerations. There is no general agreement as to which design methods/models are appropriate, so models should only be as accurate as the data. Therefore, several reasonably accurate models are provided together with comprehensive discussion and advice. Example calculations and over 200 references are also included. This is the first book dedicated to the geotechnical design of intermediate foundations, and it will appeal to professional engineers specialising in the offshore industry.

Deepwater Foundations and Pipeline Geomechanics

Deepwater Foundations and Pipeline Geomechanics
Author: William O. McCarron
Publisher: J. Ross Publishing
Total Pages: 237
Release: 2011-09-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1604270098

Practicing engineers in the offshore and reservoir engineering industry will find this timely volume filled with practical advice and expert information on current oil field development from oil exploration to production.

Seafloor Processes and Geotechnology

Seafloor Processes and Geotechnology
Author: Ronald Chaney
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 566
Release: 2015-11-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482207419

An ideal resource for civil engineers working with offshore structures, pipelines, dredging, and coastal erosion, Seafloor Processes and Geotechnology bridges the gap between the standard soil mechanics curriculum of civil engineering and published material on marine geotechnology. Utilizing organized information on sediments and foundations for ma