Affiliation:
1. China Ship Scientific Research Center, No. 222 East Shanshui Road, Wuxi 214082, China
Abstract
VLFSs (Very Large Floating Structures) are often assembled by multiple modules through connectors where the connector structure is prone to stress concentration. Therefore, the loads at the connectors have become a significant focus in VLFS design. In this paper, the FMFC (Flexible Module Flexible Connector) method, which can account for the elastic deformation of each module and the connector, is established in order to predict the coupling response of the connector and the platform. The finite element model of a dual-module transfer platform with a hinged connector is established and the modal shape characteristics of the entire structure are analyzed. The accuracy of the method is verified through a model test, where the model was scaled as 1:50. Furthermore, the RAOs (Response Amplitude Operators) of connector loads were calculated. It was found that the horizontal loads (along the x and y directions) were more sensitive to the wave direction. Furthermore, the wave direction where the maximum short-term significant value appears was not consistent with the direction of the maximum RAO. The loads response law of the VLFS with a hinged connector is summarized in this paper and provides a reference for the design of connectors.
Funder
High-tech Ships Research Program of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Subject
Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes,Computer Science Applications,Process Chemistry and Technology,General Engineering,Instrumentation,General Materials Science
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