Cfd simulation modeling practice verification for fpso hull current load

Abstract

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation modeling practices for FPSO hull current load prediction were consolidated in a Joint Development Project (JDP) and used to perform CFD simulations for two candidate FPSO hulls, i.e. a barge-type hull and tanker-type hull. The current loads predicted by the JDP participants using the consolidated CFD simulation guidelines are fairly consistent, i.e. < 10% differences. Good agreement is observed between the CFD simulation and the model test results particularly for sway force and yaw moment coefficients. The CFD modeling practice will be further improved and validated in a Joint Industry Project (JIP) to ensure reproducible and reliable results for simulations of hydrodynamic performance of offshore platforms. ？ 2019 by the International Society of Offshore and Polar Engineers (ISOPE).