Three-dimensional shape optimization of a submerged body under wave diffraction

This study explores the use of shape optimization to reduce wave forces on a submerged floating body subjected to wave diffraction. To this end, gradient-based shape optimization is adopted, in which dimensionless wave excitation forces are the optimization objective. A shape parameterization method based on the Fourier-series expansion is developed that permits the representation of an arbitrary three-dimensional floating body. The discrete adjoint method is utilized to calculate the gradient of the objective function with respect to the shape parameters. Using three-dimensional shape optimization, taking the initial shape to be a hemisphere, a significant reduction in surge, heave, and pitch wave forces is achieved, with a maximum reduction of 48.40%, 68.43%, and 46.22%, respectively. Furthermore, optimization effectively suppresses wave run-up, with a maximum reduction of 15.62%. A comprehensive analysis of parameters is performed to reveal the effects of wave number, incident angle, and shape parameters on the final optimized shape and wave load characteristics. This study provides a solid guide to the optimization of floating offshore platforms and the development of innovative structural systems.

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