Orclever Proceedings of Research and Development

Development of a Secure Structural Component to Mitigate Environmental Contamination at Ports During the Transfer of Granular Materials in Global Maritime Logistics: Ecological Port Loading Bunker

Özge Güler

Burçelik Bursa Çelik Döküm Sanayi A.Ş.,R&D Department

https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4076-1624

M.Cemal Çakır

Bursa Uludag University

https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0816-4029

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56038/oprd.v7i1.683

Keywords: Port Bunker, Finite elements, Port Operations, Green Port, European Green Deal

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Abstract

This study focuses on the design and production of the 100-m³ "Ecological Port Loading Bunker," which has been built for the first time in our country. The objective is to address the environmental pollution issue stemming from bulk material logistics in ports, which serve as a nexus of the global supply chain in maritime trade, and to guarantee a secure transit procedure by reducing material waste. The research encompasses theoretical computations for the bunker situated near the port of Samsun; many engineering investigations were conducted, and design evaluations were executed utilizing the finite element approach in response to seismic impacts. FEM (Finite Element Method) analyses determined the ground bearing capacity, incorporating the seismic factor of the bunker’s location. The seismic loads impacting the structure were assessed through displacement and irregularity evaluations at the critical values of static and dynamic load combinations anticipated in the design. The study results were validated in accordance with the general steel design code ÇYTHYEDY 2018 (YDKT) [1] and the Turkish Building Earthquake Code (TBDY 2018) [2]. Improvements to the ecological port loading bunker design were implemented based on conclusions and theoretical validations derived from the results, leading to the establishment of a secure structural component inside the port. The undertaken work would enhance the 'Green Port Project for Turkish Ports' established by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Turkey, as it encompasses measures designed to mitigate the adverse environmental effects of ports. The system devised in the study is wholly domestically manufactured and will diminish environmental pollution from dusting by a minimum of 85%, establish eco-friendly transmission zones in ports, and, due to its recovery capability, reclaim approximately 75% of material losses during loading. It exemplifies a solution in addressing environmental and climatic issues within the context of the European Green Deal, which delineates the European Union's objectives for implementing sustainable economic strategies globally.

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