Use of large centrifugal models for offshore and nearshore works

CRC Press eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Peter W. Rowe
DOI: 10.1201/9781003763031-3
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Abstract

The 700g-tonne centrifuge at the Simon Engineering Laboratories, University of Mancheeter, has been used for testing authentic models of offshore structure prototypes for 10 years. Over that period facilities have been developed to simulate: Sea bed strata to 90m depth Platforms to 100m diameter Piles 2m diameter, singly or in realistic groups Caissons 12m diameter.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Mechanics Offshore Engineering and Technologies Geotechnical Engineering and Underground Structures

Publication details

Journal / source
CRC Press eBooks
Pages
21–33
Publication date
14 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter