Centrifuge testing and numerical modelling of cyclically loaded monopiles in clay
Setup and early findings of the MIDASclay project
E. Kementzetzidis (TU Delft - Offshore Engineering)
Maria Konstantinou (Deltares)
Cihan Cengiz (Deltares)
Rob Zwaan (Deltares)
Astha Sharma (Deltares)
A.S.K. Elkadi (TU Delft - Offshore Engineering, Deltares)
Federico Pisanò (Norwegian Geotechnical Institute)
Huan Wang (Norwegian Geotechnical Institute)
Hans Petter Jostad (Norwegian Geotechnical Institute)
Georgios Christopoulos (TU Delft - Offshore Engineering)
Debasis Mohapatra (TU Delft - Offshore Engineering)
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Abstract
The MIDASclay project (Monopile Improved Design via Advanced Cyclic Soil Modelling in Clay) aims to evaluate the cyclic lateral behaviour of monopiles in clays and clay-sand mixtures, focusing on developing a cyclic soil reaction model that captures cyclic ratcheting and operational stiffness in cohesive soils. Together with the MIDAS project – aimed at cyclic behaviour of monopiles in sand, it seeks to establish a comprehensive framework for modelling the cyclic lateral response of monopiles across diverse soil conditions. To address knowledge gaps, the project employs centrifuge testing of monopiles under cyclic lateral loads, aiming to produce a soil reaction model tailored to cohesive soils. This paper outlines the project setup, research plan, and initial findings. Early results from an auxiliary centrifuge test highlight the preparation of highly over-consolidated samples and provide insights into the influence of clay properties on monopile behaviour. MIDASclay is expected to support and advance design methodologies for monopiles in cohesive soils.