In this paper, the general arrangement principal of offshore jack-up drilling unit and some latest generations are introduced. The key technical points including variable load, drilling system, drilling tool storage and engine rooms are analyzed. Then the general arrangement is illuminated synthetically. Finally, the general arrangement corresponding to China’s offshore characteristic and its most optimum capacity are presented.
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