Our On Bottom Stability analysis ensures long-term cable integrity through comprehensive assessment of seabed interaction and cable stability. We use advanced soil-structure interaction models to predict cable behavior on the seabed.

Comprehensive Stability Analysis

• Soil-Structure Interaction: Advanced modeling of cable-seabed contact forces
• Long-term Stability: Analysis of cable stability over project lifetime
• Scour Assessment: Prediction of seabed scour effects around cable
• Burial Analysis: Assessment of natural and assisted cable burial
• Environmental Loading: Impact of currents, waves, and seabed conditions

Advanced Modeling Capabilities

• Geotechnical Integration: Incorporation of detailed soil properties and behavior
• Dynamic Analysis: Time-domain simulation of cable response to environmental loading
• Fatigue Assessment: Long-term fatigue analysis under cyclic loading
• Protection System Design: Analysis of cable protection system effectiveness
• Risk Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation of stability risks

Technical Scope

• Seabed Characterization: Analysis of geotechnical and geophysical data
• Cable-Seabed Interface: Detailed modeling of contact mechanics
• Environmental Conditions: Integration of metocean and seabed current data
• Protection Requirements: Assessment of rock placement or other protection needs
• Monitoring Strategies: Recommendations for long-term cable monitoring

Key Benefits

• Long-term Assurance: Confidence in cable stability throughout project life
• Optimized Protection: Right-sized cable protection systems
• Risk Mitigation: Early identification and mitigation of stability risks
• Regulatory Compliance: Analysis meeting international stability standards
• Cost Optimization: Balanced approach to protection requirements

Analysis Methodology

Our proven approach combines:

• Advanced FEA Models: Sophisticated finite element analysis of cable-seabed interaction
• AI-Enhanced Predictions: Machine learning models for enhanced accuracy
• FEA Validation: Industry-standard verification of all predictions
• Expert Engineering Review: Experienced marine engineers review all analyses
• Continuous Improvement: Self-learning system improves with each project

Deliverable Package

• On-bottom stability assessment report
• Cable protection recommendations
• Long-term monitoring strategy
• Risk assessment and mitigation plan
• Regulatory compliance documentation
• Installation procedure guidelines

Technical Excellence

• Proven Methodology: Established analysis procedures validated on numerous projects
• Advanced Modeling: State-of-the-art soil-structure interaction capabilities
• Rapid Delivery: Comprehensive analysis in one week
• Expert Support: Ongoing consultation throughout project lifecycle

Ensure your cable’s long-term stability with expert analysis. Contact our team to discuss your on-bottom stability requirements.