Lateral Response of Monopiles in Sand under Monotonic and Cyclic Loads: A 3D Finite Element Investigation

Large-diameter monopiles serve as foundations for offshore wind turbines (OWT), and the diameters are now up to 10 meters. These monopiles exhibit lower embedded length-to-diameter (L/D) ratios compared to the conventional monopile that is widely employed in offshore oil and gas platforms. They undergo rotation when subjected to lateral loading...

Influence of cyclic sand ratcheting on monopile tilt accumulation

Cyclic axial behaviour of piles in sand: 3D FE modelling using SANISAND-MS

Wind energy is now a popular competitor among other energy sources all around the world. The offshore wind industry has progressed in recent years, with larger wind turbines being installed in deeper oceans. The construction of such large-scale wind farms necessitates more modern foundation design technologies to increase operational safety...