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Floating Structure


EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.08.009

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Akshay Mistry,Prathamesh Avhad, Abhijit Shikpule , Shubham Khadap, " Floating Structure. ", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 8, Article 9, pp. 1-4, 2025. Published by Computer Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

Floating structures have gained increasing attention in recent years due to their ability to address spatial limitations and provide solutions in challenging environments such as oceans, deep-water regions, and flood-prone areas. These structures, which include floating platforms, homes, bridges, and energy generation systems, require innovative design approaches to ensure stability, durability, and safety in dynamic marine environments. This paper explores the design principles and engineering challenges associated with floating structures, focusing on key factors such as buoyancy, hydrodynamic behaviour, material selection, and structural integrity under various environmental conditions. Furthermore, it highlights the challenges posed by environmental factors like waves, wind, and currents, as well as the need for sustainable and cost-effective solutions.

Keywords

- Hydrodynamic behavior, Design principles, Dynamic stability

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