HR job title
- Retired Senior Professor
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- 1 979 845 4568
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Randall, Robert Professor Emeritus
Positions
- Professor, Ocean Engineering, College of Engineering
- Professor Emeritus, Ocean Engineering, College of Engineering
My research has been in the areas of offshore measurements, experimental wave kinematics, dredging and dredged material
placement.
placement.
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Publications
selected publications
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academic article
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Randall, R. E.
(2022).
Fluid dynamics of dredging. 34(1), 013304-013304.
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Jin, C., & Randall, R. E.
(2018).
The estimation of production and location of pumps for a cutter suction dredge using a long distance pipeline. Journal of Dredging.
16(1), 24-42.
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Ariyanonthaka, K., Taylor, J., & Randall, R.
(2017).
They race submarines, don't they?. Marine Technology.
54(1), 28-36.
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Henriksen, J., Randall, R., & Socolofsky, S.
(2012).
Near-Field Resuspension Model for a Cutter Suction Dredge. 138(3), 181-191.
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Randall, R. E., & Koo, B. J.
(2004).
Dredging alternatives for delivering sand for beach nourishment. World Dredging Mining and Construction.
40(2), 6-7+11.
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Koo, B. J., Kim, M. H., & Randall, R. E.
(2004).
Mathieu instability of a spar platform with mooring and risers. Ocean Engineering.
31(17-18), 2175-2208.
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Koo, B. J., Kim, M. H., & Randall, R. E.
(2004).
The effect of nonlinear multi-contact coupling with gap between risers and guide frames on global spar motion analysis. Ocean Engineering.
31(11-12), 1469-1502.
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Williams, G. L., & Randall, R. E.
(2003).
Submerged ordnance and unrestrained cylinder movement in coastal zone. Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal and Ocean Engineering.
129(3), 136-145.
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Albar, A., Randall, R. E., Dwibarto, B., & Edge, B. L.
(2002).
A bucket wheel dredge system for offshore tin mining beyond the 50 m water depth. Ocean Engineering.
29(14), 1751-1767.
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Bo, G., Randall, R. E., & Albaugh, E. K.
(2002).
In select applications, AUVs work faster, cheaper than tethered vehicles. Offshore.
62(1),
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Graalum, S. J., Randall, R. E., & Edge, B. L.
(1999).
Methodology for manufacturing topsoil using sediment dredged from the Texas gulf intracoastal waterway. Journal of Marine Environmental Engineering.
5(2), 121-158.
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Arcandra, .., Randall, R. E., & Kim, M. H.
(1999).
Dynamic analysis of a semisubmersible-type bucket ladder dredge. Marine Technology.
36(3), 143-156.
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Ambrose, B. D., Randall, R. E., & Luke, J.
(1997).
Ocean scout: Conversion to a multi-service vessel. Marine Technology and SNAME News.
34(2), 136-147.
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Longridge, J. K., Randall, R. E., & Zhang, J.
(1996).
Comparison of experimental irregular water wave elevation and kinematic data with new hybrid wave model predictions. Ocean Engineering.
23(4), 277-307.
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Zhang, J., Chen, L. X., Ye, M., & Randall, R. E.
(1996).
Hybrid wave model for unidirectional irregular waves .1. Theory and numerical scheme. Applied Ocean Research.
18(2-3), 77-92.
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Spell, C. A., Zhang, J., & Randall, R. E.
(1996).
Hybrid wave model for unidirectional irregular waves .2. Comparison with laboratory measurements. Applied Ocean Research.
18(2-3), 93-110.
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MORITZ, H. R., & RANDALL, R. E.
(1995).
SIMULATING DREDGED-MATERIAL PLACEMENT AT OPEN-WATER DISPOSAL SITES. Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal and Ocean Engineering.
121(1), 36-48.
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RANDALL, R. E., ZHANG, J., & LONGRIDGE, J. K.
(1993).
LASER-DOPPLER ANEMOMETER MEASUREMENTS OF IRREGULAR WATER-WAVE KINEMATICS. Ocean Engineering.
20(6), 541-554.
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KLENTZMAN, C. A., RANDALL, R. E., & FIFE, W. P.
(1993).
DIVER BREATHING GAS PRODUCED THROUGH CAVITATION IN SEA-WATER. Ocean Engineering.
20(6), 533-540.
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ZHANG, J., RANDALL, R. E., & SPELL, C. A.
(1992).
COMPONENT WAVE INTERACTIONS AND IRREGULAR WAVE KINEMATICS. Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal and Ocean Engineering.
118(4), 401-416.
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KIM, C. H., RANDALL, R. E., BOO, S. Y., & KRAFFT, M. J.
(1992).
KINEMATICS OF 2-D TRANSIENT WATER-WAVES USING LASER DOPPLER ANEMOMETRY. Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal and Ocean Engineering.
118(2), 147-165.
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MCLELLAN, T. N., & RANDALL, R. E.
(1987).
MEASUREMENT OF BRINE JET HEIGHT AND DILUTION - CLOSURE. Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal and Ocean Engineering.
113(4), 442-442.
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POKRYFKI, L., & RANDALL, R. E.
(1987).
NEARSHORE HYPOXIA IN THE BOTTOM WATER OF THE NORTHWESTERN GULF OF MEXICO FROM 1981 TO 1984. Marine Environmental Research.
22(1), 75-90.
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MCLELLAN, T. N., & RANDALL, R. E.
(1986).
MEASUREMENT OF BRINE JET HEIGHT AND DILUTION. Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal and Ocean Engineering.
112(2), 200-216.
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RANDALL, R. E.
(1981).
MEASUREMENT OF A NEGATIVELY BUOYANT PLUME IN THE COASTAL WATERS OFF FREEPORT, TEXAS. Ocean Engineering.
8(4), 407-419.
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Randall, R. E.
(1981).
UNDERGRADUATE COURSE IN UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS FOR OCEAN ENGINEERING STUDENTS. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings.
2, 657-660.
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Randall, R. E.
(2022).
Fluid dynamics of dredging. 34(1), 013304-013304.
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conference paper
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Mukti, M. H., & Randall, R. E.
(2017).
Graphic method for improved Indonesian navy submarine design acquisition; The investigation of small (midget) naval submarine development
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Gadgil, A. A., & Randall, R. E.
(2017).
TWO PHASE ANNULAR FLOW APPROXIMATION USING 1-D FLOW EQUATIONS COUPLED WITH A DRIFT FLUX MODEL FOR CONCURRENT FLOW IN VERTICAL OR NEAR VERTICAL CHANNELS. v05at04a048-v05at04a048.
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Sultan, N. J., Sampath, A., Randall, R. E., Zhi, Y., & Luai, A.
(2013).
Kodiak Pier 3 - Ship motion tests for a solid fill and pile supported pier. 560-569.
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Randall, R., & Yeh, P.
(2013).
Estimating production and booster pump location for long distance pumping
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Burris, D., MacMillan, A., & Randall, R. E.
(2012).
Discussion. Transactions of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
311-313.
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Beemer, R., Aubeny, C., Randall, R., & Drake, A.
(2012).
Predictive model for drag embedment anchor performance in clay seabed
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Huang, L., Zhang, J., Yu, X., Randall, R. E., & Wilde, B.
(2011).
Numerical simulation on dynamics of suction piles during lowering operations. Proceedings of the International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference.
563-570.
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Huang, L., Young, D., Zhang, J., Randall, R., & Wilde, B.
(2010).
Experimental study on suction pile heave resonance during lowering operations
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Randall, R., & Yeh, P.
(2007).
Etimating production and booster pump location for long distance pumping. 278-288.
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Randall, R. E.
(2006).
Cooperative teaching of ocean engineering capstone design course by industry and academia
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Randall, R. E., & Lamb, T.
(2006).
Cooperative teaching of ocean engineering capstone design course by industry and academia. Transactions of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
330-339.
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Randall, R. E., & Edge, B. L.
(1999).
Application of the TAMU dredging cost model to long distance transport. 149.
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Ellis, M. S., Ambrose, B. D., & Randall, R. E.
(1996).
SubMaroon: A student experience in submarine design and racing. Oceans -Conference-.
257-264.
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Randall, R. E., Clausner, J. E., & Johnson, B. H.
(1994).
Modeling cap placement at New York Mud Dump site. 1295-1304.
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Zhang, J., Randall, R. E., Chen, L., Spell, C. A., Longridge, J. K., & Ye, M.
(1994).
Nonlinear decomposition of a 2-D wave field. 150-164.
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Randall, R. E., Zhang, J., Spell, C. A., & Longridge, J. K.
(1992).
Recent wave kinematics experimental studies. 607-621.
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Zhang, J., Randall, R. E., Chen, L., Ye, M., & Spell, C. A.
(1992).
Hybrid wave-mode modelling and wave kinematics. 64-69.
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Zhang, J., Randall, R. E., & Spell, C. A.
(1991).
On wave kinematics approximate methods. Annual Offshore Technology Conference.
231-238.
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Kim, C. H., Randall, R. E., Krafft, M. J., & Boo, S. Y.
(1990).
Experimental study of kinematics of large transient wave in 2-D wave tank. Annual Offshore Technology Conference.
195-202.
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Randall, R. E., & Price, P. W.
(1985).
INSTRUMENTATION AND DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM FOR MEASURING BRINE PLUMES IN COASTAL WATERS. Oceans -Conference-.
628-634.
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Randall, R. E., & Price, P. W.
(1985).
EMPIRICAL MODELING OF BRINE PLUMES EMANATING FROM A SUBMERGED MULTIPORT DIFFUSER. 11-19.
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Randall, R. E.
(1983).
BENEFITS AND COSTS OF PROVIDING SEA EXPERIENCE TO OCEAN ENGINEERING STUDENTS. ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings.
257-260.
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Randall, R. E.
(1982).
TRACKING OF SALINITY PLUMES GENERATED BY BRINE DISCHARGES INTO THE NORTHWESTERN GULF OF MEXICO. Oceans -Conference-.
1110-1115.
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Randall, R. E., & Hann, R. W.
(1981).
Environmental impact of offshore brine disposal associated with petroleum storage activities. Annual Offshore Technology Conference.
461-467.
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Mukti, M. H., & Randall, R. E.
(2017).
Graphic method for improved Indonesian navy submarine design acquisition; The investigation of small (midget) naval submarine development
Research
principal investigator on
Teaching
teaching activities
- ENGR385 Prob For Coop Students Instructor
- MASE474 Port & Harbor Engr Instructor
- OCEN201 Intro To Ocean Engr Instructor
- OCEN400 Basic Coastal Engr Instructor
- OCEN407 Design Of Ocen Facilities Ii Instructor
- OCEN474 Port & Harbor Engr Instructor
- OCEN485 Directed Studies Instructor
- OCEN489 Sptp: Marine Dredging Instructor
- OCEN674 Ports And Harbors Instructor
- OCEN685 Directed Studies Instructor
- OCEN688 Marine Dredging - Gv Instructor
- OCEN691 Research Instructor
Works By Students
chaired theses and dissertations
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Adair, Robert Fletcher (2005-02). Estimating production and cost for clamshell mechanical dredges.
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Cenac, William (2011-08). Vertically Loaded Anchor: Drag Coefficient, Fall Velocity, and Penetration Depth using Laboratory Measurements.
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Dismuke, Colin Patrick (2012-07). Experimental Investigation of the Flow Field in the Vicinity of the Suction Inlet of a Model Cutter Suction Dredge.
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Drake, Aaron C. (2011-10). Experimental Modeling and Laboratory Measurements of Drag Embedment Anchors Subjected to In-Plane and Out-Of-Plane Loading.
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Girani, Joseph (2014-04). Experimental Measurement of a Model Pipeline Dredge Entrance Loss Coefficient and Modification of a Spreadsheet for Estimating Model Dredge Performance.
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Henriksen, John Christopher (2011-02). Near-Field Sediment Resuspension Measurement and Modeling for Cutter Suction Dredging Operations.
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Hollinberger, Thomas E. (2010-07). Cost Estimation and Production Evaluation for Hopper Dredges.
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Knoll, Alex Baxter (2014-07). Laboratory Measurements of Wave Forcing and Reactions on a Model Submerged Mesh Breakwater.
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Koo, Bon-Jun (2004-11). Evaluation of the effect of contact between risers and guide frames on offshore spar platform motions.
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Lewis, Joshua Mark (2014-12). Measuring the Effects of Cutter Suction Dredge Operating Parameters on Minor Losses due to Fixed Screens Installed at the Suction Inlet.
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Luai, Andres B (2013-05). Experimental Measurements and Numerical Prediction of the Effect of Waves on Mooring Line Forces for a Container Ship Moored to Pile Supported and Solid Wall Docks.
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Manikantan, Arun (2010-07). Comparing Methods for Measuring the Volume of Sand Excaveted by a Laboratory Cutter Suction Dredge Using an Instrumented Hopper Barge and a Laser Profiler.
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Paparis, Nicholas Alexander (2017-05). Clamshell Mechanical Dredge Production and Cost Estimation.
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Paul, Ephraim Udo (2011-02). Laboratory Experiments and Hydrodynamic Modeling of a Bed Leveler Used to Level the Bottom of Ship Channels after Dredging.
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Permenter, Rusty (2011-02). Comparison of Experimental and Theoretical Forces on a Model Dredge Cutterhead.
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Shin, Chong-Suk (2017-05). Efficient Mooring Systems for Semisubmersible Floating Offshore Wind Turbines.
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Wilson, Derek Alan (2011-02). A Dredging Knowledge-Base Expert System for Pipeline Dredges with Comparison to Field Data.
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Wowtschuk, Bohdon Michael (2016-05). Production and Cost Estimating for Trailing Suction Hopper Dredge.
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Young, Dustin Ray (2010-07). Forces on laboratory model dredge cutterhead.
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Zhi, Yuanzhe (2013-07). Physical Modeling of the Motions of a Container Ship Moored to a Dock with Comparison to Numerical Simulation.
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de Oliveira Junior, Paulo Tadeu (2016-05). Experimental Measurements of the Minor Loss due to Fixed Screens at Suction Entrance for a Cutterhead Model Dredge.
Background
education and training
- Ph.D. in Ocean Engineering, University of Rhode Island - (Kingston, Rhode Island, United States) 1972
- M.S. in Ocean Engineering, University of Rhode Island - (Kingston, Rhode Island, United States) 1969
- B.S. in Biomedical (Mechanical) Engineering, The Ohio State University - (Columbus, Ohio, United States) 1963
awards and honors
- Dredger of the Year, conferred by Western Dredging Association - (California, United States), 2006
- William H. Webb Medal, conferred by Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers - (Alexandria, Virginia, United States), 2005
- Fellow, conferred by Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers - (Alexandria, Virginia, United States), 2005
- Fellow, conferred by Marine Technology Society - (Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States), 1999
Contact
first name
- Robert
has last name
- Randall
mailing address
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Texas A&M University
Ocean Engineering
3145 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-3145
USA
Other
- r-randall@tamu.edu