Simplified Model for Suction Pile Stiffness under Combined Loading in Elastic Soil: A Winkler-based Approach

• Published in: IOP conference series. Earth and environmental science Vol. 1330; no. 1; pp. 12005 - 12011
• Main Authors: Cui, H, Shi, Z, Huang, M
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Bristol IOP Publishing 01.05.2024
• Subjects: Combined loading; Deep foundations; Elastic analysis; Elastic foundations; Finite element method; Offshore structures; Performance prediction; Pile foundations; Research methods; Soil analysis; Soil properties; Soil suction; Soils; Stiffness

Suction pile foundations are a promising option for offshore structures in deep locations covered by soft soil. A reasonable prediction of foundation stiffness may offer a reliable method for estimating the dynamic performance of the overall structure. Although the Winkler-based approach can effecti...