Experimental validation of a mathematical model for seabed liquefaction in waves

B. Mutlu Sumer, Özgür Kirca, Jørgen Fredsøe

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    Abstract

    This paper summarizes the results of an experimental study directed towards the validation of a mathematical model for the buildup of pore water pressure and resulting liquefaction of marine soils under progressive waves. Experiments were conducted under controlled conditions with silt ( d50 = 0.070 mm) in a wave flume with a soil pit. Waves with wave heights in the range 7.7-18 cm with the water depth 55 cm and the wave period 1.6 s enabled us to study both the liquefaction and no-liquefaction regime pore water pressure buildup. The experimental data was used to validate the model. A numerical example is also included in the paper to demonstrate the implementation of the model for real life scenarios.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of the 21st International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference
    Volume3
    PublisherInternational Society of Offshore & Polar Engineers
    Publication date2011
    Pages1010-1018
    ISBN (Print)9781880653968
    Publication statusPublished - 2011
    Event21st International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference - Maui, Hawaii, United States
    Duration: 19 Jun 201124 Jun 2011
    http://www.isope.org/conferences/conferences.htm

    Conference

    Conference21st International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    CityMaui, Hawaii
    Period19/06/201124/06/2011
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    Bibliographical note

    © 2011 by the International Society of Offshore and Polar Engineers (ISOPE).

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