Abstract: An efficient strategy to obtain static nonlinear response is presented. It is applicable to trusses made up of elements with piecewise linear force‐deformation characteristics and subject to proportional loads or piecewise ...

Abstract: Structural systems are typically redundant, and collapse usually occurs after a sequence of failures. This has led to failure‐path approaches in which one identifies important sequences of element failures leading to ...

Abstract: A study is conducted of the response of a jack-up rig to random wave loading. Steady current and wind load effects are also included. The effects of varying the relative motion assumption ...

Abstract: Tension leg platforms (TLPs) are a class of compliant offshore structures that respond dynamically to ocean winds, waves, and currents. A TLP is tied to the ocean floor by tethers that, due to hull buoyancy, are in tension ...

Abstract: Offshore operators can choose from a wide variety of alternative production systems including those based on fixed platforms, tension leg platforms (TLPs), compliant towers, floating production ...

Abstract: Existing structures, including offshore platforms, often do not meet the same standards as those mandated for new designs. It is also recognized by the engineering community that acceptance criteria for existing structures: ...