Preliminary design for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) Stationkeeping Subsystem (SKSS). Task IV. Development and testing recommendations

Technical Report · Fri Nov 09 04:00:00 EST 1979

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5447148· OSTI ID:5447148

The preliminary designs of Stationkeeping Subsystems (SKSS) for the OTEC Modular Experiment Plant are being prepared for a barge and spar platform. The SKSS selected by NOAA for the barge is a multiple anchor leg mooring with active tensioning (MAL), while that for the spar is a tension anchor leg (TAL) moor. The development and testing program required to provide design data and to validate performance predictions is described. Basic assumptions are made with regard to site characteristics, behavior of the SKSS and platform in the sea state, and characteristics of SKSS components. The test program is intended to provide the data necessary to confirm assumptions or to support design revisions. The testing program for the multiple anchor leg system is considered first, followed by the tension anchor leg program. Development and testing are recommended in the areas of materials, components and procedures which are beyond modest extrapolation of current ocean engineering practice. (WHK)

• Research Organization: Lockheed Missiles and Space Co., Inc., Sunnyvale, CA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: EG-77-A-29-1078
• OSTI ID: 5447148
• Report Number(s): DOE/NOAA/OTEC-29; LMSC-D-677783
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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