This paper deals with a numerical approach for time domain simulation of deck container stacks subject to sea induced loads. Essentials of the finite element approach and model validation employing full-scale test data are presented. Further, first results of numerical sensitivity studies regarding sea induced stack motions are outlined and preliminary comparison results with classification rules are given.

Keywords:
marine transportation, container stack, twistlock stiffness, configuration, cargo distribution, container, transverse, classification rule, stack interaction, lower container
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2009. The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
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