Introduction

Mooring Materials Application Program Links

 

   Taut leg

 

 

In this system each line is strung out directly to the seabed typically at an angle of 45°. As the platform drifts horizontally with wind or current, the lines stretch and this sets up an opposing force. Polyester mooring lines have the right restoring characteristics and thus are the preferred choice for this application. Because of the angle at which the rope arrives at the seabed the anchor will be loaded vertically. Suction piles or special anchors, so-called VLA’s have to be used.

 

 

 

 

   Inert Catenary

 

  Examples

   Drilling rig

 

   FPSO

 

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