
Research and Applications in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation – Zingoni (Ed.)
© 2013 Taylor & Francis Group, London, ISBN 978-1-138-00061-2
Alternative shape of suction caisson to reduce risk of buckling
under high pressure
S. Madsen, L.V. Andersen & L.B. Ibsen
Department of Civil Engineering, Aalborg University, Denmark
ABSTRACT: Using large suction caissons for offshore wind turbines is an upcoming technology also referred
to as bucket foundations. During installation the bucket is loaded by uniform external pressure and vertical
forces.Typically, the bucket foundation is a large cylindrical monopod foundation made of steel. In