These defects were actually discovered in the manufacured castings. Offshore Structures Welded joints are major structural components in many offshore and marine structures. The design and assessment of such components require consideration in strength, fatigue and fracture. The finite element method is used to simulate the behaviour of tubular joints of complex geometry and butt welded joints with material heterogeneity. Research results are translated into procedures suitable for use in engineering practice.
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