This paper describes the development of the numerical models highlighting the original features, the validation with the model tests and discusses some of the main results.
The design approach for the analysis of a riser turret mooring system (RTM) connected to a FPSO is presented here. The design was carried out with the use of numerical models developed with Ariane and Orcaflex software packages. Ariane has been used as a screening tool while the model developed with Orcaflex was used for detailed analysis. The succesful validation of the models against existing experimental tests helps to avoid the repetition of a model test campaign for design of new systems. An original solution to overcome the limitations of the mooring software Ariane has been developed and used for mooring analysis.
A NOVEL APPROACH FOR MODELLING A FPSO RISER TURRET MOORING (RTM) SYSTEM FOR MOORING DESIGN
Pistani Fabrizio;
2014
Abstract
The design approach for the analysis of a riser turret mooring system (RTM) connected to a FPSO is presented here. The design was carried out with the use of numerical models developed with Ariane and Orcaflex software packages. Ariane has been used as a screening tool while the model developed with Orcaflex was used for detailed analysis. The succesful validation of the models against existing experimental tests helps to avoid the repetition of a model test campaign for design of new systems. An original solution to overcome the limitations of the mooring software Ariane has been developed and used for mooring analysis.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
