Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science (TN-IMBM): Recent submissions
Now showing items 181-200 of 1741
-
EMPOWERING THE ENERGY INDUSTRY THROUGH THE APPLICATION OF ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING FROM ASSET LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVE
(Master thesis, 2023)Despite its importance to the world economy, the energy sector has significant difficulties in managing its assets over the course of their useful lives. When it comes to design complexity, time frame, and bottom lines, ... -
Use of blockchain in supply chain management.
(Master thesis, 2023)This thesis explores the subject of blockchain technology use in supply chain management. Its objectives were to research how well adopted blockchain has become in various industries by major and minor companies, and see ... -
“Asset Partner” Service model – Challenges and Opportunities for service industry. - A case from Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS)
(Master thesis, 2023)The oil and gas (O&G) industry is facing numerous challenges, including fluctuating oil prices, increasing regulatory pressures, and a growing demand for cleaner energy sources. To remain competitive and maximize value ... -
Challenges and opportunities managing “Breenfield” Assets – A case study from Norwegian Continental Shelf
(Master thesis, 2023)This thesis examines the challenges and opportunities in managing "Breenfield" offshore energy assets during Mergers and Acquisitions in the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS). The study aims to analyze the dynamics of ... -
Digitalization for Quality Improvement for Manufacturers
(Master thesis, 2023)This thesis examines the impact of digitalization on quality improvements in lean and green manufacturing. Through a literature review and case studies, the study analyzes the benefits and challenges of digitalization in ... -
Modal Analysis of Painting Robot
(Master thesis, 2023)The new trend in luxury car painting detailing includes the utilization of cutting-edge technology such as the ABB painting robot IRB 5500, which offers precise and efficient painting capabilities. This advanced robotic ... -
Optimization of marine operations for the assembly and installation of a new floating wind concept
(Master thesis, 2023)The assembly and installation phases are relevant stages in the whole process of the life of a floating offshore wind turbine. Currently, there are multiple competing concepts aiming to make a significant impact in the ... -
Development of technical and technological solutions for the integrated development of the Leningradskoye and Rusanovskoye fields
(Master thesis, 2023)Today, the development of oil and gas fields on the Arctic coasts and the continental shelf is an important and relevant direction in the development of the Russian oil and gas complex. The shelf of the Kara Sea is one of ... -
Wind resource analyses at Westermost Rough Wind Farm
(Master thesis, 2023)A transition towards renewable energy sources is a pressing concern for society and government officials, and the offshore wind industry is more relevant than ever. The industry has the potential to meet Europe’s energy ... -
Exploring Cloud Adoption Possibilities for the Manufacturing Sector: A Role of Third-Party Service Providers
(Master thesis, 2023)As the manufacturing sector strides towards digitalization under the influence of Industry 4.0, cloud services have emerged as the new norm, driving change and innovation in this rapidly transforming landscape. This study ... -
Using digital technologies to automat and optimize drilling parameters in real-time, its impact on value creation, and work process
(Master thesis, 2023)The industry down-time from the second half of 2013 and corona pandemic has effectively turned most companies into introduction of new technologies and digitalization. The industrial landscape is undergoing innovation, ... -
Analysis of a ship-bridge collision at Nordhordland Bridge
(Master thesis, 2023)The Nordhordland Bridge, a floating bridge located in Norway, spans a length of 1246 meters and was completed in 1994. Over the years, the bridge has experienced two instances of ship collisions so far, resulting in minor ... -
Numerical Investigations on the Layout Design of Open Cage Fish Farm
(Master thesis, 2023)Aquaculture, one of the fastest-growing food production method, has become Norway's second-largest export industry in the past decades. In Norway, the high-value fish like Atlantic Salmon are usually raised in multi-cage ... -
Study the behavior of prestressed concrete deep beams using FEM simulations
(Master thesis, 2023)The objective of this master‘s thesis is to study and analyze the behavior of prestressed concrete deep beams and how prestressing changes the strut and tie model. The method used for analyzing the behavior is finite ... -
Extended use of Jack-Up in Marine Operations
(Master thesis, 2023)This paper discusses an approach for the identification of the characteristic responses of jack-up structures during the different phases of using jack-ups (i.e., transport, installation, operations, and retrieval). The ... -
Facilitating Data Sovereignty and Digital Transformation in Municipalities and Companies: An Examination of the Data for All Initiative
(Journal article, 2023)Access to comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge in the field of data is crucial for municipalities and regional authorities to make informed decisions and effectively address challenges. The Data for All project 2022-2025 ... -
AI and Machine Learning in Industrial Asset Management: Insights from CIAM Meetings
(Journal article, 2023)This paper investigates the influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Industrial Asset Management as reflected in the discussions from various Cluster for Industrial Asset Management (CIAM) ... -
Long-term response of a curved floating bridge to inhomogeneous wind fields
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023-07)A numerical model of a 5 km long curved floating bridge, planned for the Bjørnafjord, in Norway, is subjected to strong wind events with stationary mean properties that vary along the bridge axis. A Weather Research and ... -
Bending moment and efficient fatigue assessment in a Subsea Shuttle Tanker under the effect of waves
(Master thesis, 2023)The subsea shuttle tanker (SST) is the next-generation autonomous submarine designed to transport liquid CO2 from land/offshore facilities to the smaller fields for injection. Unlike normal shuttle tankers, which are highly ... -
Design and analysis of a hybrid timber-steel floating substructure for a 15 MW semisubmersible-type FWT
(Master thesis, 2023)Wind energy has developed to be among the most promising sources of renewable energy. Furthermore, floating offshore wind turbines have presented the opportunity for higher power production in intermediate (45-150 m) and ...