The OTEC (Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion) mooring technology
Abstract
Existing technology for mooring components which may be suitable for OTEC use is summarized. Due to the platform size, depth of water, and length of design life required for an operational OTEC plant, only large and high capacity mooring components were investigated. Engineering, test, and manufacturer's data on wire rope, synthetic rope (nylon, polyester and Kevlar), anchors, deck fittings and machinery, and design concepts for tension leg platform mooring systems are included. A significant portion of the effort was directed to the assessment of synthetic rope technology and its application to moorings.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- December 1982
- Bibcode:
- 1982STIN...8410396S
- Keywords:
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- Cables (Ropes);
- Mooring;
- Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion;
- Offshore Platforms;
- Anchors (Fasteners);
- Chains;
- Fittings;
- Floors;
- Synthetic Fibers;
- Wire;
- Engineering (General)