摘要 |
<p>A structure (20) to stand offshore comprises a shield portion (21, 22, 23) that is capable of resting on a seabed and resisting loads imposed by waves and drifting ice, a support portion (26, 28, 30, 31) for supporting a payload independently of the shield portion and resisting loads imposed by seismic activity, and a severable connection (29) between the support portion and the shield portion.</p> |