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An optimum design of on-bottom stability of offshore pipelines on soft clay

  • Yu, Su Young;Choi, Han Suk;Lee, Seung Keon;Do, Chang Ho;Kim, Do Kyun
    • International Journal of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
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    • v.5 no.4
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    • pp.598-613
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    • 2013
  • This paper deals with the dynamic effect of pipeline installation and embedment for the on-bottom stability design of offshore pipelines on soft clay. On-bottom stability analysis of offshore pipelines on soft clay by DNV-RP-F109 (DNV, 2010) results in very unreasonable pipe embedment and concrete coating thickness. Thus, a new procedure of the on-bottom stability analysis was established considering dynamic effects of pipeline installation and pipe-soil interaction at touchdown point (TDP). This analysis procedure is composed of three steps: global pipeline installation analysis, local analysis at TDP, modified on-bottom stability analysis using DNV-RP-F109. Data obtained from the dynamic pipeline installation analysis were utilized for the finite element analysis (FEA) of the pipeline embedment using the non-linear soil property. From the analysis results of the proposed procedure, an optimum design of on-bottom stability of offshore pipeline on soft clay can be achieved. This procedure and result will be useful to assess the on-bottom stability analysis of offshore pipelines on soft clay. The analysis results were justified by an offshore field inspection.

Flow Around a Pipeline and Its Stability in Subsea Trench

  • Lee, Seungbae;Jang, Sung-Wook;Chul H. Jo;Hong, Sung-Guen
    • Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology
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    • v.15 no.4
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    • pp.500-509
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    • 2001
  • Offshore subsea pipelines must be stable against external loadings, which are mostly due to waves and currents. To determine the stability of a subsea pipeline on the seabed, the Morrison equation has been applied with prediction of inertia and drag forces. When the pipeline is placed in a trench, the force acting on it is reduced considerably. Therefore, to consider the stability of a pipeline in a trench, one must employ reduction factors. To investigate the stability of various trenches, we numerically simulated flows over various trenches and compared them with experimental data from PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry) measurements. The present results were produced ar Reynolds numbers ranging from 6$\times$10$^3$to 3$\times$10(sub)5 based on the diameter of the cylinder. Quasi-periodic flow patterns computed by large-eddy simulation were compared with experimental data in terms of mean flow characteristics fro typical trench configurations (W/H=1 and H/D=3, 4). The stability for various trench conditions was addressed in terms of mean amplitudes of oscillating lift and drag, and the reduction factor for each case was suggested for pipeline design.

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Stability of Compression System with Pipeline Dynamics Model upon Pipeline Length Variation (관로 유동 모델의 관로 길이 변화에 따른 압축 시스템의 안정성)

  • Yi, Sangmin
    • Plant Journal
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    • v.12 no.4
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    • pp.44-50
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    • 2016
  • To model the compression system with more integrity, the pipeline dynamic model was applied to the compression system model. To combine the pipeline dynamic model and the compression system model, appropriate boundary conditions were selected on each end of connecting pipe with compressor, plenum and throttle valve. Simulation result illustrate the effect of pipeline dynamic model on the stability of compression system.

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Optimal Design of Submarine Pipeline for Intake and Discharge of Seawater Desalination Facilities (해수 담수화 설비의 취수 및 배출수 해저 배관 최적화 설계)

  • Choi, Gwangmin;Han, Inseop
    • Journal of Korean Society of Water and Wastewater
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    • v.31 no.6
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    • pp.599-609
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    • 2017
  • Desalination plants have been recently constructed in many parts of the world due to water scarcity caused by population growth, industrialization and climate change. Most seawater desalination plants are designed with a submarine pipeline for intake and discharge. Submarine pipelines are installed directly on the bottom of the water body if the bottom is sandy and flat. Intake is located on a low-energy shoreline with minimal exposure to beach erosion, heavy storms, typhoons, tsunamis, or strong underwater currents. Typically, HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) pipes are used in such a configuration. Submarine pipelines cause many problems when they are not properly designed; HDPE pipelines can be floated or exposed to strong currents and wind or tidal action. This study examines the optimal design method for the trench depth of pipeline, analysis of on-bottom stability and dilution of the concentrate based on the desalination plant conducted at the Pacific coast of Peru, Chilca. As a result of this study, the submarine pipeline should be trenched at least below 1.8 m. The same direction of pipeline with the main wind is a key factor to achieve economic stability. The concentrate should be discharged as much as high position to yield high dilution rate.

Comparison of Numerical and Experimental Stability of Dual Subsea Pipeline in Trench (트렌치내에서 복합 해저 관로 안정성의 수치해석과 실험해석 비교)

  • Chul H. Jo;Young S. Shin;Sung G. Hong;Kyoung H. Min;Chung, Kwang-Sic
    • Proceedings of the Korea Committee for Ocean Resources and Engineering Conference
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    • 2001.05a
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    • pp.254-259
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    • 2001
  • There are advantages in the installation of dual subsea pipelines over two separate single lines. In many case it can reduce the cost for trench, back-filling and installation. However the installation of dual pipelines often requires technical challenges. Dual Pipelines should be placed to be stable to external loading not only during the installation but also in the design life. Dual pipelines in trench can reduce the influence of external forces. To investigate applied forces as slope changes, number of experiments are conducted with PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry) in a circulating water channel. Numerical approaches are also made to compare with experimental results. The velocity fields around dual pipelines in trench are investigated and analysed. Comparison of both results show similar pattern of flow around dual pipelines. it is proved that the trench slope affects the pipeline stability significantly. The results can be applied in the stability design of dual pipelines in trench section. The complex flow patterns can be referenced effectively linked in the understanding of fluid around circular bodies in trench.

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REDUCTION OF PRESSURE RIPPLES USING A PARALLEL LINE IN HYDRAULIC PIPELINE

  • KIM K. H.;JANG J. S.;JUNG D. S.;KIM H. E.
    • International Journal of Automotive Technology
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    • v.6 no.1
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    • pp.65-70
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    • 2005
  • Pressure ripples, which are inevitably generated by a fluctuation of flow rate caused by a pump mechanism, include noises and vibrations in hydraulic pipeline. These noises and vibration deteriorate the stability and accuracy of hydraulic systems. The accumulator and hydraulic attenuator are normally used to reduce the pressure ripples. In this study, a parallel line is introduced to the hydraulic pipeline for the hydraulic system with a bent-axis piston pump as a method to reduce the pressure ripples. The dynamic characteristics of the hydraulic pipeline with a parallel line are analyzed by a transfer matrix in the frequency domain. The usefulness of the hydraulic pipeline with a parallel line was ascertained by experiment and simulation. The results from the experiment and simulation show that the hydraulic pipeline with a parallel line were effective in reducing the pressure ripples.

A Comparative Study of Subsea Pipeline Global Buckling Control Method (해저 파이프라인의 전체 좌굴 제어 방법 비교)

  • Kim, Koo;Kim, Do-Kyun;Choi, Han-Suk;Park, Kyu-Sik
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Advanced Composite Structures
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    • v.6 no.1
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    • pp.51-58
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    • 2015
  • Global buckling is a bending of pipeline and it occurs when the stability of pipeline is distributed by excessive axial force. Subesea pipeline is subjected to axial force induced by temperature and pressure from well and resulting phenomena should be controlled in appropriate manner. Global buckling of subsea pipeline is still ongoing research subject and is studied various organization. In this study, various control methods such as buoyancy module, sleeper, and snake lay for global buckling of subsea pipeline were numerically investigated with various design parameters. From the numerical simulation results, the global buckling control method using sleepers shows better results than buoyancy module and snake lay control methods in the sense of combined stress after buckling. Furthermore, the global buckling of full scale pipeline of 80km with uneven seabed profile were successfully managed when the sleeper was installed.

Numerical Analysis using Direct Shear Test Model for the Behavior of Buried Pipeline by the Fault Motion (단층활동시 매설 파이프라인의 거동에 대한 직접진단 시험모델 수치해석)

  • 장신남
    • Magazine of the Korean Society of Agricultural Engineers
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    • v.41 no.6
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    • pp.64-74
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    • 1999
  • The frequency of earthquake occurrence tends to increase in Korea. Therefore, the stability of pipeline, such as watersupply pipe, gas pipe, and oil pipe etc. across fault zones in Gyoung-sang landmass is very important, expecially , in metropolitan area. There were some examples of the construction of buried pipeline across fault zones in Korea. the interactiion between the buried pipeline across fault zones and the ground is considered. As well, in the interfaces of them, the direct shear numerical analysis model including elasto-plastic joint element is assumed that the retained dilatancy theory in them, otherwise. Also, the other elements are modeled the ground is nonlinear elastic coutinuaus beam, respectively. In this study, the maximum shear force point exist inside retaine zone(anchored zone) during shwar (as fault sliding), and the distribution of pipeline's behavior is all alike them of pipeline buried in ladnsliding grounds. Since the pipeline is not continuous beam but jointed by steel-pipe segments , practically, on acting of a large bending moment or a shear force, then, those are may be unstable. The reaearch on this point may be new approach.

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Evaluation of Design Equation and Stability for Trenchless Pipe Liner System with Boundary Treatment (비굴착 전체보수용 라이너의 두께 설계식 및 말단부 처리에 따른 라이너의 안정성 검토 연구)

  • Park, Jong-Sup;Song, Ho-Myeon
    • Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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    • v.8 no.5
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    • pp.1166-1172
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    • 2007
  • Drainage pipeline system repaired by trenchless technology using liners can be defined between partial and entire collapse. The liners in the partial collapse pipeline are subjected to only uniform groundwater pressure on the surface. This research evaluates practical and useful cured-in-placed pipe (CIPP) design equations based on experimental results and finite element analysis results. Also, stability evaluation of pipe liner system with edge treatment is performed using finite element analysis. The CIPP equation should be used to design liner pipe system.

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Analysis of Properties Influencing CO2 Transport Using a Pipeline and Visualization of the Pipeline Connection Network Design: Korean Case Study

  • Lee, Ji-Yong
    • International Journal of Contents
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    • v.13 no.1
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    • pp.45-52
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    • 2017
  • Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies involve three major stages, i.e., capture, transport, and storage. The transportation stage of CCS technologies has received relatively little attention because the requirements for $CO_2$ transport differ based on the industry-related conditions, geological, and demographical characteristics of each country. In this study, we analyzed the properties of $CO_2$ transport using a pipeline. This study has important implications for ensuring the stability of a long-term CCS as well as the large cost savings, as compared to the small cost ratio as a percentage of the entire CCS system. The state of $CO_2$, network topologies, and node distribution are among the major factors that influence $CO_2$ transport via pipelines. For the analysis of the properties of $CO_2$ transport using a pipeline, the $CO_2$ pipeline connections were visualized by the simulator developed by Lee [11] based on the network topologies in $CO_2$ transport. The case of Korean CCS technologies was applied to the simulation.