Table of Contents

1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms, Definitions, Acronyms, Abbreviations and Symbols
4 Planning
5 Design Criteria
6 Environmental Forces
7 Global Response
8 Platform Structural Design
9 Tendon System Design
10 Foundation Analysis and Design
11 Riser Systems
12 Facilities and Marine Systems
13 Corrosion
14 Fabrication, Installation and Inspection
15 Surveys and Maintenance
16 Assessment of Existing TLP's Designed for Hurricanes
Annex A (informative) - Commentary on Global Response
                        Analysis and Design Checks
Annex B (informative) - Commentary on Design of Tendon Porches
Annex C (informative) - Commentary on Tendon Fatigue
Annex D (informative) - Commentary on Foundation Design
Annex E (informative) - Drilling and Production Interacting
                        Checklists
Annex F (informative) - Regulations Governing TLPs
Bibliography

Abstract

Acts as a guide to the designer in organizing an efficient approach to the design of a tension leg platform (TLP). Emphasis is placed on participation of all engineering disciplines during each stage of planning, development, design, construction, installation, and inspection.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	American Petroleum Institute
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 2015
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