Apr 19, 2018
An offshore Gravity Based Structure (GBS) and the underlying seabed soil layers were analyzed to evaluate the seismic retrofit strategy to extend the platform’s useful life and increase its production capacity. The GBS is a steel structure consisting of a box shape...
Jun 14, 2016
Arbitrary Lagrangian – Eulerian (ALE) methodology has been used in Fluid – Structure Interaction (FSI) analyses with LS-DYNA® for a variety of problems. Validation of ALE solutions by comparison with experimental data provides assurance that the solutions...
Jun 19, 2015
Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) may contribute significantly to the structural demands on fluid storage structures during the seismic events because of sloshing and impulsive wall pressure. A variety of simplified approaches are used in engineering practice to...
Mar 1, 2015
LNG Export Terminal Equipment Seismic Qualification Experience-based seismic qualification provides cost and schedule savings over physical testing for natural gas liquefaction equipment PROJECT TYPE Experience-Based Seismic Equipment Qualification ...
Sep 1, 2014
Marine LNG/LPG Loading Arms SC analysis supports design of marine loading arms for the world’s first large scale floating LNG platforms PROJECT TYPE LNG/LPG Marine Loading Arms LOCATION Australia OWNER FMC Technologies As natural gas...
