FPSO and TLP deepwater station-keeping systems. Problems and solutions

摘要

The conference paper focuses on deepwater station-keeping systems for FPSO's (Floating Production Storage and Offloading Systems) and TLP's (Tension Leg Platforms). It reviews the state-of-practice and highlights design and cost drivers. Key technology issues and challenges related to analysis, design, equipment, materials and installation are addressed. Finally, areas and ideas that hold significant promise for major cost reductions are discussed. 20 refs., 13 figs., 2 tabs.