Abstract
The dynamics of an offshore mooring tower are complex due to the large non-linearities inherent in a system of this type. The paper presents comparisons of measured motions with theoretical predictions of motion for some simplified single-degree-of-freedom models for such a system. Numerical predictions of motion for the full two-degree-of-freedom system are presented, and reveal large amplitude motions, multiple solutions, sub-harmonic motions and even the potential for chaotic vibrations of the tower.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 240-246 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Publication status | Published - 1996 |
Event | Proceedings of the 1996 6th International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference. Part 1 (of 4) - Los Angeles, CA, USA Duration: 26 May 1996 → 31 May 1996 |
Conference
Conference | Proceedings of the 1996 6th International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference. Part 1 (of 4) |
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City | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
Period | 26/05/96 → 31/05/96 |