Abstract
This paper presents a new low cost repair and strengthening method for steel offshore structures which offers potential savings in three areas: weight, installation and inspection requirements. It outlines the evolution and development of the new patented technique (the â??grouted stud/strap connection? from two existing and proven technologies, namely grouted pi/e-sleeve connections and stud friction welding.
A testing programme covering static strength and fatigue behaviour of the connection is described which, on satisfactory completion, led to Certifying Authority approval of the new repair/strengthening method and the associated design procedure.
The above mentioned benefits of the stud/strap technique are quantified in the paper by comparison with currently available grouted repair methods.
A testing programme covering static strength and fatigue behaviour of the connection is described which, on satisfactory completion, led to Certifying Authority approval of the new repair/strengthening method and the associated design procedure.
The above mentioned benefits of the stud/strap technique are quantified in the paper by comparison with currently available grouted repair methods.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Offshore Technology Conference, Houston, Texas |
| Place of Publication | Houston, Texas, USA |
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| Publication status | Published (VoR) - 3 May 1993 |