Title :
A Survey of Research on Wind Loads on Semisubmersibles
Author :
Sahin, Ismail ; Aybar, Aydin
Author_Institution :
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Abstract :
The methods and assumptions of calculating wind drags and overturning moments on semisubmersible offshore drilling rigs are investigated. The empirical methods (by the classification society rules) and the wind tunnel testing are compared, suggestions for future research are included.
Keywords :
Aerodynamics; Drilling; Humans; Marine technology; Oceans; Stability; Testing; Underwater vehicles; Water storage; Wind;
Conference_Titel :
OCEANS 1984
Conference_Location :
Washington, DC, USA
DOI :
10.1109/OCEANS.1984.1152403
