Author(s): A. Jensen; S. Loset; K. V. Hoyland; J. Hellmann; B. P. Vodahl
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Abstract: Model testing of a concept with Submerged Turret Loading of oil by an Arctic Shuttle Barge in ice covered water has been done. The tests were performed in the large ice tank at the Hamburg Ship Model Basin (HSVA), Hamburg, at a model-scale of 1:25. This paper describes part two of this testing with the barge in a loading situation. The barge was connected to a false bottom via a submerged turret and mooring system. This system was towed through level ice with embedded ridges simulating a loading situation in drift ice. The maximum ice breaking force was about 23000 kN during a ridge event. The present paper also elaborates on the use of a wedged plough and ice milling propellers to avoid ice from interfering with the mooring lines and riser.
Year: 2000