Title :
Calculation of quasi-hydrostatic restoration coefficients for complex configurations
Author :
Kistler, Ernest L. ; Pulley, Paul E.
Author_Institution :
Texas A&M Univ., College Station, TX, USA
Abstract :
This paper describes general capability and typical uses of a new computer system developed for calculation of the non-linear quasi-hydrostatic reactions of complex hulls, columns, braces, etc. typically used in the design of semisubmersibles, pipe-lay stingers and other marine configurations.
Keywords :
construction components; design engineering; marine engineering; braces; columns; complex configuration; complex hulls; computer system; marine configuration; nonlinear quasi-hydrostatic reaction; pipe-lay stinger design; quasi-hydrostatic restoration coefficients; semisubmersible stinger design; Damping; Differential equations; Hydrodynamics; Linearity; Marine vehicles; Motion analysis; Nonlinear equations; Oceans; Pulleys; Underwater vehicles;
Conference_Titel :
OCEAN 75 Conference
Conference_Location :
San Diego, CA
DOI :
10.1109/OCEANS.1975.1154107
