Design and Construction of Subsea Riser Systems
Publisher: Nordik Academia
Publication date: 14 Oct 2025
Language: English
Print length: 311 pages
ISBN: 9798312812398
Item weight: 417 g
Dimensions: 15.24 x 1.8 x 22.86 cm
This comprehensive guide explores the intricate world of subsea riser design and construction, providing readers with a deep understanding of the engineering principles, materials, and techniques essential for reliable offshore operations. Covering everything from initial concept development to installation and maintenance, the book offers valuable insights into tackling the unique challenges of deep water environments. Whether you’re an engineer, project manager, or student, this book serves as an essential resource for mastering the complexities of subsea risers and ensuring the safety and efficiency of offshore drilling and production activities.
Dr Aicha el Guerrouj, PhD completed her doctoral studies at Mohammed V University, Rabat in Morocco, before forging a successful career as an experienced offshore design engineer, specialising in the development and analysis of subsea and offshore structures, including risers, pipelines, and platform components. With a strong background in mechanical and structural engineering, Dr el Guerrouj possesses extensive expertise in finite element modelling, failure analysis, and safety assessment of complex offshore systems. Her work emphasises innovative design solutions that meet rigorous industry standards while optimising performance and cost-efficiency in challenging deep water environments. Dr el Guerrouj has worked on various offshore oil and gas projects across North and West Africa.
Preface
Contents
List of figures and tables
Abbreviations and acronyms
1 Introduction
2 Survey, inspection, and testing of riser systems
3 Common criteria
4 Environmental conditions and design criteria for offshore riser systems
5 Strength and stability acceptance criteria
6 Installation, construction, and testing
7 Global response analysis and riser components design
8 Materials and welding
9 Materials for riser components and pipe coating
10 Flow assurance
11 Corrosion control
12 Inspection, maintenance, and repair
13 Extension of use
14 Steel catenary risers
15 Top tensioned risers
16 Flexible risers
17 Hybrid riser systems
18 Composite risers
19 Composite riser qualification testing
20 Composite riser manufacturing, installation, and testing
21 Global analysis guidance and global response analysis
Glossary
Index
