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Structural optimization of large ocean-going structuresOcean-going vehicles and platforms are among the largest structures in the world and are subjected to relatively harsh conditions of motions and loads. Some of them, such as semi-submersible platforms, are a relatively new type of structure and hence there is no formal, well evolved and established structural design code as there is for more traditional structures. More recently, efforts have also been made to develop a design method of this type for ships and other ocean structures. One of the many advantages of a rationally based design method is versatility; it can be used for structures that have widely differing purposes, measures of merit, shapes and sizes. The purpose is to describe a rationally based design method that has been developed within the field of ocean structures, in order that persons dealing with other types of structure can judge whether and to what extent its various features may be useful for those other types. Also, even though some features may not be applicable they might stimulate some useful ideas.
Document ID
19870002338
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Hughes, O. F.
(New South Wales Univ. Sydney, Australia)
Date Acquired
August 13, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1984
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Langley Research Center Recent Experiences in Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization, Part 2
Subject Category
Structural Mechanics
Accession Number
87N11771
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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