Steel Catenary Risers (SCR) are critical dynamic structures with a complex fatigue response. The prime fatigue contributors are vortex induced vibration (VIV) and riser-seabed interaction.
A well specified instrumentation package enables the structural integrity of the SCR to be confirmed throughout the system life. Monitoring systems can provide the operator information on riser response in support of integrity management, maintenance practices and design validation.
Benefits
- Characterization of vessel, wave and VIV induced riser response
- Riser-seabed interface
- Discontinuities at the hang-off locations
Event characterization methodology as well as selection of sensors and location is tailored to meet these objectives.
