Volume 105 Issue 3 | J. Energy Resour. Technol.

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Research Papers

Offshore Mechanics/Ocean Engineering/Arctic Engineering

A Design Basis for the J-Tube Method of Riser Installation

A. C. Walker, P. Davies

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 263–270. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230912

Abstract

View articletitled, A Design Basis for the J-Tube Method of Riser Installation

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Topics: Design , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Stress , Ocean engineering , Pipelines , Underwater pipelines

Time Effects on the Lateral Soil Resistance to Pipeline Movement

K. Karal

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 271–276. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230913

Abstract

View articletitled, Time Effects on the Lateral Soil Resistance to Pipeline Movement

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Topics: Earth resistance , Pipelines , Soil

Buckling of Risers in Tension due to Internal Pressure: Nonmovable Boundaries

M. M. Bernitsas, T. Kokkinis

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 277–281. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230915

Abstract

View articletitled, Buckling of Risers in Tension due to Internal Pressure: Nonmovable Boundaries

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Topics: Buckling , Pipeline risers , Pressure , Risers (Casting) , Tension , Design , Fluid pressure , Underwater drilling

Longitudinal Resonant Behavior of Very Deep Water Risers

C. P. Sparks, J. P. Cabillic, J.-C. Schawann

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 282–289. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230916

Abstract

View articletitled, Longitudinal Resonant Behavior of Very Deep Water Risers

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Topics: Pipeline risers , Resonance , Risers (Casting) , Water , Damping , Drillships , Excitation , Vibration

Dynamic Interaction of a Guyed Tower With Its Guying System

C. R. Brinkmann

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 290–295. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230917

Abstract

View articletitled, Dynamic Interaction of a Guyed Tower With Its Guying System

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Topics: Guyed towers , Guy wires , Stress , Design , Storms , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Offshore platforms , Seas , Tension , Waves

Simple Models to Evaluate Dynamic Guyed Tower Response

D. G. Morrison, S. A. Will

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 296–299. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230918

Abstract

View articletitled, Simple Models to Evaluate Dynamic Guyed Tower Response

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Topics: Guyed towers , Mooring , Degrees of freedom , Stiffness , Water

ARMA Algorithms for Ocean Wave Modeling

P-T. D. Spanos

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 300–309. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230919

Abstract

View articletitled, ARMA Algorithms for Ocean Wave Modeling

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Topics: Algorithms , Modeling , Ocean waves , Time series , White noise , Approximation , Filters , Ocean engineering

Statistical Analysis of Slow-Drift Responses

C. T. Stansberg

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 310–317. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230920

Abstract

View articletitled, Statistical Analysis of Slow-Drift Responses

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Topics: Density , Emission spectroscopy , Impulse (Physics) , Probability , Signals , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Spectroscopy , Statistical analysis , Transfer functions , Waves

Energy Losses Related to Automatic Steering of Ships in Waves—Part I: Losses Under Conventional Autopilot Control

R. E. Reid, B. C. Mears, D. E. Griffin

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 318–324. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230921

Abstract

View articletitled, Energy Losses Related to Automatic Steering of Ships in Waves—Part I: Losses Under Conventional Autopilot Control

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Topics: Autopilots , Energy dissipation , Ships , Waves , Yaw , Computer simulation , Discrete wavelet transforms , Propulsion , Seas , Surges

Energy Losses Related to Automatic Steering of Ships in Waves—Part II: Performance of Controllers Designed to a New Criterion

R. E. Reid, B. C. Mears, D. E. Griffin

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 325–332. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230922

Abstract

View articletitled, Energy Losses Related to Automatic Steering of Ships in Waves—Part II: Performance of Controllers Designed to a New Criterion

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Topics: Control equipment , Energy dissipation , Ships , Waves , Tankers , Autopilots , Design , Gears , Propulsion , Sensitivity analysis

An Analysis of Chain Forces of a SBS Under Regular Wave Action

Yu-Xiu Yu

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 333–336. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230923

Abstract

View articletitled, An Analysis of Chain Forces of a SBS Under Regular Wave Action

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Topics: Chain , Waves , Buoys , China , Ocean engineering , Storage

Stresses in Multilayered Cables

G. A. Costello

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 337–340. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230924

Abstract

View articletitled, Stresses in Multilayered Cables

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Topics: Cables , Stress

Nonlinear and Hysteretic Twisting Effects in Ocean Cable Laying

A. J. Shashaty

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 341–345. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230925

Abstract

View articletitled, Nonlinear and Hysteretic Twisting Effects in Ocean Cable Laying

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Topics: Cables , Oceans , Seabed , Tension , Elongation , Pulleys , Steady state

A Comparison of Two Sea Ice Trajectory Models With AIDJEX Observations

J. J. Kolle´, R. S. Pritchard

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 346–351. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230926

Abstract

View articletitled, A Comparison of Two Sea Ice Trajectory Models With AIDJEX Observations

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Topics: Sea ice , Trajectories (Physics) , Ice , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Buoys , Currents , Seas , Wind

Limit Analysis of Ice Sheet Indentation

D. G. Karr, S. C. Das

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 352–355. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230927

Abstract

View articletitled, Limit Analysis of Ice Sheet Indentation

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Topics: Ice , Failure , Stress , Coulombs , Plastics , Pressure , Theorems (Mathematics)

Drilling/Pipeline Transportation

Rotary Drill Bit/Rock Model With Cutter Offset

E. I. Umez-Eronini

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 356–361. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230928

Abstract

View articletitled, Rotary Drill Bit/Rock Model With Cutter Offset

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Topics: Bits (Tools) , Rocks , Drilling , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Kinematics , Rollers

Rheology of Foam and Its Implications in Drilling and Cleanout Operations

V. Sanghani, C. U. Ikoku

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 362–371. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230929

Abstract

View articletitled, Rheology of Foam and Its Implications in Drilling and Cleanout Operations

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Topics: Drilling , Rheology , Shear rate , Viscosity , Tubing , Annulus , Experimental analysis , Fluids , Generators

Frictional Pressure Losses for Single-Phase and Two-Phase Flow of Drilling Muds

F. A. Elfaghi, J. P. Langlinais, A. T. Bourgoyne, W. R. Holden

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 372–378. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230930

Abstract

View articletitled, Frictional Pressure Losses for Single-Phase and Two-Phase Flow of Drilling Muds

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Topics: Drilling , Pressure , Two-phase flow , Control equipment , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Non-Newtonian fluids , Ocean engineering , Pipes , Rheology

An LPG Pipeline Break Flow Model

T. B. Morrow, R. L. Bass, J. A. Lock

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 379–387. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230931

Abstract

View articletitled, An LPG Pipeline Break Flow Model

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Pipelines , Rupture , Vapors , Gravity (Force) , Hazards , Valves

Equipment Manufacturing/Hydrocarbon Processing

Optimized Ejector-Diffuser Design Procedure for Natural Gas Vapor Recovery

J. C. Dutton, B. F. Carroll

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 388–393. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230934

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimized Ejector-Diffuser Design Procedure for Natural Gas Vapor Recovery

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Topics: Design , Diffusers , Ejectors , Natural gas , Vapors , Pressure , Compression , High pressure (Physics) , Mach number , Nozzles

Knocking From Valve Hammer in Triplex Pumps

S. L. Collier

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 394–395. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230935

Abstract

View articletitled, Knocking From Valve Hammer in Triplex Pumps

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Topics: Hammers , Pumps , Valves , Water hammer

Combined Cycles—Alternative for Process Steam Systems

H. L. Harkins

J. Energy Resour. Technol. September 1983, 105(3): 396–400. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3230936

Abstract

View articletitled, Combined Cycles—Alternative for Process Steam Systems

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Topics: Combined cycles , Steam , Fuels , Combustion , Heat , Heat recovery steam generators , Petrochemicals , Public utilities , Turbines , Turbogenerators