Theoretical Research and Design of Subsea Pipelines
A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Ocean Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 February 2026 | Viewed by 534
Special Issue Editor
2. School of Engineering, University of Western Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
Interests: pipeline; renewable energy; subsea cable; risers; vibration and failure analysis; offshore structures; CCS; hydrogen storage; decommissioning
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The rapid expansion of offshore energy exploration and transportation has necessitated significant advancements in the theoretical research and design of subsea pipeline systems. The development of novel materials, enhanced computational modeling techniques, and cutting-edge construction methodologies has greatly enhanced the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of subsea pipeline infrastructure. However, challenges related to hydrodynamic loads, material degradation, and complex operational conditions remain.
This Special Issue aims to highlight state-of-the-art research and practical solutions that address aspects related to the theory and design of subsea pipelines. We welcome the submission of original research articles, reviews, and technical studies that address a broad range of topics, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Advanced materials for subsea pipelines, including corrosion-resistant alloys and composite structures;
- The theoretical and computational modeling of pipeline structural integrity under extreme environmental conditions;
- Hydrodynamic interactions and fluid–structure coupling in deepwater pipeline systems;
- Innovative pipeline installation techniques and operational strategies;
- Stress, fatigue, and fracture mechanics in subsea pipeline applications;
- Failure mechanisms, defect assessment, and predictive maintenance strategies;
- Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA) for pipeline optimization;
- Integrity management and risk assessment of subsea pipelines;
- Flow assurance challenges, including wax deposition, hydrate formation, and slug flow control;
- Advanced inspection technologies, including autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remote sensing techniques;
- Pipe-soil interaction and seabed stability in subsea pipeline systems.
This Special Issue will provide a platform for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to share the latest advancements in the theoretical design and engineering of subsea pipeline systems. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, this issue aims to pave the way for more robust, efficient, and sustainable subsea pipeline infrastructure.
Dr. Ahmed M. Reda
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- subsea pipeline design
- computational modeling and simulation
- pipeline integrity management
- hydrodynamic interactions
- corrosion-resistant alloys
- structural health monitoring
- deepwater energy transportation
- failure analysis and defect assessment
- flow assurance and transport phenomena
- sustainable offshore pipeline infrastructure
- pipe–soil interaction
- seabed stability
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