The conceptual design of a graving dock

Using Life Cycle Analysis to reduce the carbon footprint of a graving dock for Damen Harlingen

Master thesis (2023)

Authors

J.N. Idsinga Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Contributors

H.M. Jonkers Materials and Environment - CEG (mentor)
C. Mai Van Hydraulic Structures and Flood Risk - CEG (graduation committee member)
R.E.P. de Nijs (graduation committee member)
Jan Jacob Altenburg (graduation committee member)
Frank Seinen (graduation committee member)
Faculty
Civil Engineering & Geosciences, Civil Engineering & Geosciences
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Published Date

08-05-2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Abstract

An extensive Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) is used to determine the efficiency in reducing the carbon footprint of a graving dock. Firstly by identifying the hotspots in a base design, and then by comparing the various design alternatives. The focus is on reducing the amount of reinforced concrete used in the design of the dock floor by adding fibres to the concrete mixture and on prevention of having to dispose of in-flowing sediment after every docking procedure. Other evaluation methods such as a Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA) that compares the economic viability and a Multi Criteria Analysis that combines the results of the LCA and CBA and assesses the design alternatives on other criteria such as ease of operation and maintenance are used to determine the optimal dock configuration for Damen Shipyard and Conversion B.V. in Harlingen.

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