CFD-Based Numerical Wave Basin for FPSO in Irregular Waves

Abstract

Following the successful application of CFD-based Numerical Wave Basin (NWB) to GBS, TLP and Semisubmersible platforms [1–4], the same methodology has been applied to simulate FPSO hull motion responses to irregular waves. It has been found that the NWB modeling practices developed for the other floater types must be modified for application to an FPSO. This paper describes how the NWB modeling practices have been improved, and then compares results from NWB simulations with those from physical model testing.