Picelli, R. (author), van Dijk, R. (author), Vicente, W.M. (author), Pavanello, R. (author), Langelaar, Matthijs (author), van Keulen, A. (author) This paper presents an evolutionary structural topology optimization method for the design of completely submerged buoyant modules with design-dependent fluid pressure loading. This type of structure is used to support offshore rig installation and pipeline transportation at all water depths. The proposed optimization method seeks to identify...
journal article 2017
