Recent years have shown an increasing interest in low frequency response of offshore
floaters in current. Spar VIM behavior and Semi Submersible flow induced behavior is …

In order to evaluate the Vortex Induced Vibration (VIV) response of truss Spars and to
optimize their strake configuration several model test programs have been carried out at …

This paper discusses the model tests of multi-column floating platforms which are carried out
at the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Marine Laboratory in Johor Bahru state, near the …

The state-of-the art in model testing for Vortex Induced Vibrations (VIV) of Spars is
presented. Important issues related to Spar VIV model testing are highlighted. The …

Since 1996 Spars have been used as production platform in the Gulf of Mexico. Spar Vortex
Induced Motions (VIM) in strong currents like the hurricane and loop currents are an …

The exciting force induced by vortex shedding on the hull of bluff body floaters, such as
Spars, may cause response near the resonant period of any of the 6 rigid body modes of …

Floating spar platforms are widely used in the Gulf of Mexico for oil production. The spar is a
bluff, vertical cylinder which is subject to Vortex Induced Motions (VIM) when current …

An extensive model test program was conducted to explore the effectiveness of alternate
strake designs to reduce Truss Spar VIV response. Different strake configurations were …

Spar production systems are subject to Vortex Induced Motions (VIM) which may impact
mooring and riser design. Helical strakes are employed to mitigate VIM. Model tests are …

Flow-induced motion (FIM) is an important issue for deep-draft floating platforms, reducing
the fatigue life of mooring and riser systems. Tension leg platforms (TLPs) with a smaller …