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Evaluation of dynamic behaviors of gravity-based structures under seismic load considering fluid-structure-ground interactions

  • Hyo-Jin Kim (Center for Healthcare Robotics, Korea Institute of Science and Technology) ;
  • Sunghun Jung (Ship & Offshore Research Institute, Samsung Heavy Industries) ;
  • Seongpil Cho (School of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, Korea Aerospace University)
  • Received : 2023.09.14
  • Accepted : 2023.10.13
  • Published : 2023.11.10
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Abstract

This paper presents a method for assessing the dynamic responses of gravity-based structures (GBS) under various seismic loads, with a focus on fluid-structure-ground interactions. Models of GBSs and their surrounding environments were developed, incorporating interaction effects among the structure, seawater, and seabed. Dynamic responses of the GBS subjected to three seismic loads-Chi-Chi, Northridge01, and Northridge02-were calculated, with consideration of both horizontal and vertical accelerations, as well as displacements. Parametric studies indicated that the primary factors affecting the dynamic responses of GBS were seismic loads characterized by significant input forces and accelerations. The frictional force on the ground had minimal impact on the horizontal and vertical displacements of the GBS. Weight emerged as a critical factor in anchoring the GBS to the ground and minimizing vertical accelerations and displacements.

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Acknowledgement

We thank Professor Phill-Seung Lee at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) for the valuable discussion and comments. This research was performed by the Samsung Heavy Industry (SHI)-KAIST research collaboration program. This research was also supported by the Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) funded by the Ministry of Education (No. 2022R1A6A1A0305678412 and 2022R1C1C2006328).

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