Adopting the CEL finite element method to systematically simulate the penetration process of rectangular spudcan foundations under typical offshore wind geological conditions. Based on simulation results
the extent of plastically strained soil around the foundation is quantified
soil softening zones are identified
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but the extent cannot be neglected; 2) Stiffness reduction coefficients exhibits consistent decreasing trend with increasing level of loading;3) Stiffness increases with higher
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