Offshore Geotechnical Engineering

This book serves as a comprehensive guide to offshore geotechnical engineering, addressing essential skills and challenges faced in the industry.

As global activities in offshore structure engineering continue to rise, Offshore Geotechnical Engineering provides a crucial introduction to essential design and assessment skills necessary for professionals in the field. This book aligns with the latest codes and standards, ensuring that readers are equipped with up-to-date knowledge vital for success in offshore projects.

Covering a wide array of topics, Offshore Geotechnical Engineering delves into offshore site investigations, soil mechanics, and various structure types, including jackups, jacket platforms, and pipelines. The author emphasizes practical guidance on evaluating geohazards and site-specific soil data, which is imperative for the design, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of offshore structures and their foundations.

Utilizing real-world examples and case studies, this resource empowers readers to tackle the principal geotechnical challenges associated with offshore developments. It guides them in preparing for typical obstacles, designing offshore investigation programs, and managing design calculations. As the first book to compile this information in one comprehensive volume, Offshore Geotechnical Engineering serves as a structured training tool for newcomers, a foundational text for students and educators, and a valuable reference for seasoned professionals in the industry.