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Method of simulating historical (metocean) data for a region through numerical modelling

Source: API RP 2MET, Derivation of Metocean Design and Operating Conditions, First Edition, November 2014. Global Standards

A method using registered meteorological data to reproduce environmental parameters. Mostly used for reproducing wave parameters.

Source: Offshore Standard DNV-OS-C101, Design of Offshore Steel Structures, General (LRFD Method, Det Norske Veritas, April 2011. Global Standards

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