Experimental Vibration Analysis on the Rykkjem Ferry Dock During Ferry Berthing

This chapter presents results from measurements on the Rykkjem ferry dock in Møre and Romsdal county in Norway. The study was conducted as a part of a bigger project that aims to examine the resilience of critical coastal infrastructure when exposed to extreme events. The work presented herein includes a qualitative assessment of recorded time series and describes results from the modal analysis. It is further discussed how long-term monitoring of the existing ferry docks can improve understanding of underlying dynamics, ferry-induced loads and ongoing deterioration processes for ferry dock bridges and as a result of that, improve design safety and the economic aspects when it comes to maintaining this critical part of infrastructure.