Computational Fluid Dynamic of Floating Offshore Structures

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to explore the applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the analysis and design of floating offshore structures. Floating offshore structures are becoming increasingly important in the offshore industry due to their potential for cost-effective and environmentally friendly energy production. By accurately representing the fluid–structure interaction, CFD enables the optimization of system performance, which includes structural design, mooring systems, and dynamic positioning control strategies.

This Special Issue invites researchers and practitioners to contribute original research articles, review papers, and case studies that showcase the latest advancements in CFD applied to floating offshore structures. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Numerical methods and algorithms for simulating fluid–structure interactions in the context of floating offshore structures.
• Validation and verification of CFD models against experimental data or field measurements.
• Optimization of floating offshore structures for improved performance, safety, and reliability.
• Effects of environmental conditions (waves, currents, winds) on the behaviour and performance of floating offshore structures.
• CFD-based design guidelines and best practices for floating offshore structures.
• Multi-physics and multi-scale modelling of floating offshore structures.
• Uncertainty quantification and risk analysis in CFD simulations of floating offshore structures.
• Application of machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques in CFD modelling of floating offshore structures.

Prof. Dr. Ling Qian
Dr. Yang Yang
Dr. Harrif Santo
Guest Editors

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