| Project Number | 574 |
| Date of Summary | February 1, 2008 |
| Subject | No MODUs Adrift |
| Performing Activity | Texas A&M University, Offshore Technology Research Center (OTRC) |
| Principal Investigator | Drs. M. H. Kim, J. Zhang, R. M. Gilbert and E.G. Ward |
| Contracting Agency | Minerals Management Service |
| Estimated Completion | February 2008 |
| Description |
Mooring failures during hurricanes Ivan, Katrina, and Rita caused a number of MODU’s to go adrift. Drifting MODU’s can potentially damage other critical elements of the offshore oil and gas infrastructure. This infrastructure is a matter of national significance due to the importance of deepwater production on US oil and gas supply. The objectives of this project are to develop technical solutions to:
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