Synopses & Reviews
This book describes new methods developed for modelling dynamics of machines commonly used in the offshore industry. These methods are based both on the rigid finite element method, used for the description of link deformations, and on homogeneous transformations and joint coordinates, which is applied to the modelling of multibody system dynamics. In this monograph, the bases of the rigid finite element method
Synopsis
With contributions from leading experts in a high-profile field, this collection introduces a range of problems in offshore technology, as well as detailing ways of modeling the dynamics of machines commonly used in this environmentally sensitive industry.
Table of Contents
From the content: Introduction.- Overview of Selected Problems in Offshore Technology.- Impact of Water on Offshore Structures and Infrastructure.- Homogeneous Transformations and Joint Coordinates in the Description of Geometry of Multibody Systems.- Equations of Motion of Systems with Rigid Links.- Modelling of Joining Elements. Constraint Equations.