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Volume 1: Pipelines and Facilities Integrity
Pipelines and Facilities Integrity
Assessment
Failure Along Spiral Welds in Gas Pipeline
IPC 2016; V001T03A001https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64030
Topics:
Failure
,
Pipelines
,
Welded joints
,
Leakage
,
Corrosion
,
Inspection
,
Stress
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
Formulation and Experimental Validation of a New Erosion Flow Model
IPC 2016; V001T03A003https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64064
Topics:
Erosion
,
Flow (Dynamics)
,
Sands
,
Testing
,
Hardness (Materials)
,
Particle size
,
Computer simulation
,
Errors
,
Flat plates
,
Fluids
Applying Corrosion Growth Rates Derived From Repeat ILI Runs to Predict Future Severity
IPC 2016; V001T03A004https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64072
Topics:
Corrosion
,
Pipelines
,
Inspection
,
Maintenance
,
Metals
,
Pipeline integrity
,
Pipeline integrity management
,
Reliability
,
Underwater pipelines
Effect of Crack Depth on Burst Strength of X70 Linepipe With Dent-Crack Defect
IPC 2016; V001T03A005https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64098
Topics:
Fracture (Materials)
,
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Damage
,
Finite element analysis
,
Leakage
,
Rupture
,
Wall thickness
,
Chisels
Relative Statistical Calibration of ILI Measurements
IPC 2016; V001T03A006https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64126
Topics:
Calibration
,
Errors
,
Nondestructive evaluation
,
Corrosion
,
Uncertainty
,
Accuracy and precision
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Human factors
,
Inspection
,
Leakage
Assessment of In-Line Inspection Performance and Interpretation of Field Measurements for Characterization of Complex Dents
IPC 2016; V001T03A007https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64136
Topics:
Inspection
,
Damage
,
Metals
,
Pipes
,
Shapes
,
Design
,
Leakage
,
Magnetic flux
,
Nondestructive evaluation
,
Pipelines
Findings From an Investigation of Hydrotest Protocols
IPC 2016; V001T03A008https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64146
Topics:
Collapse
,
Corrosion
,
Electrical resistance
,
Failure
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Performance
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Shapes
,
Welded joints
Experimental Validation of a Finite-Element Model to Simulate an Impact on Pipeline due to Vehicles or Heavy Object Fall
IPC 2016; V001T03A009https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64181
Topics:
Finite element model
,
Pipelines
,
Vehicles
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Rupture
,
Trenching machinery
,
Computer software
,
Damage
,
Damage assessment
New Classification Approach for Dents With Metal Loss and Corrosion Along the Seam Weld
IPC 2016; V001T03A011https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64284
Topics:
Corrosion
,
Metals
,
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Signals
,
Magnetic fields
,
Magnetization
,
Safety
,
Chisels
,
Electrical resistance
Thermal Response of Gas Pipeline Metal to Gas Decompression
IPC 2016; V001T03A012https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64333
Topics:
Metals
,
Pipelines
,
Cooling
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Pipes
,
Temperature
,
Thermal shock
,
Damage
,
Embrittlement
Susceptibility of Stress Corrosion Cracking in Liquid and Gas Pipelines: A Saudi Aramco Study Using Statistical Approaches
IPC 2016; V001T03A015https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64348
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Stress corrosion cracking
,
Teams
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Pipes
,
Acoustics
,
Cathodic protection
,
Coating processes
,
Coatings
De Facto Hydrostatic Test Pressures: A Study in Double Stroking
IPC 2016; V001T03A016https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64363
Topics:
Hydrostatic testing
,
Pipelines
,
Stress
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Simulation
,
Ceilings
,
Hoop stress
,
Pipe joints
,
Pressure testing
Material Properties and Flaw Characteristics of Vintage Girth Welds
IPC 2016; V001T03A019https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64420
Topics:
Materials properties
,
Welded joints
,
Stress
,
Tensile strength
,
Fracture toughness
,
Metals
,
Pipes
,
Heat
,
Inspection
,
Performance
Non-Linear Corrosion Growth: A More Appropriate and Accurate Model for Predicting Corrosion Growth Rate
IPC 2016; V001T03A021https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64435
Topics:
Corrosion
,
Pipelines
,
Inspection
,
Errors
,
Failure
,
Electromagnetic scattering
,
Event history analysis
,
Hazards
,
Maintenance
,
Metals
Full-Scale Stress Corrosion Crack Growth Testing of an X70 Spiral-Welded Pipe in Near-Neutral pH Soil Environment
IPC 2016; V001T03A022https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64443
Topics:
Pipes
,
Soil
,
Stress corrosion cracking
,
Testing
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Pressure
,
Base metals
,
Fatigue
,
Pipelines
,
Test facilities
Probability-Based Sentencing Criteria for Volumetric In-Line Inspection Data
IPC 2016; V001T03A023https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64448
Topics:
Inspection
,
Probability
,
Corrosion
,
Errors
,
Maintenance
,
Pipelines
,
Failure
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Stress
A Life-Cycle Approach to the Assessment of Pipeline Dents
IPC 2016; V001T03A024https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64460
Topics:
Cycles
,
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Damage
,
Failure
,
Finite element analysis
,
Stress
,
Fatigue damage
,
Geometry
,
Life cycle assessment
The Effects of Pressure Fluctuations on Hydrogen Embrittlement in Pipeline Steels
IPC 2016; V001T03A025https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64478
Topics:
Fluctuations (Physics)
,
Hydrogen embrittlement
,
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Steel
,
Hydrogen
,
Stress
,
Crack propagation
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Temperature
Improvement of Pipeline Fatigue Life Estimation
IPC 2016; V001T03A026https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64479
Evaluation of Fatigue in Gas Pipelines
IPC 2016; V001T03A027https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64486
Topics:
Fatigue
,
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Pipeline systems
,
Damage
,
Fatigue damage
,
Materials properties
,
Regulations
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Fatigue cracks
Development and Implementation of a Risk Based Prioritization Methodology for MAOP Reconfirmation of Gas Transmission Facilities
IPC 2016; V001T03A028https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64499
Topics:
Risk
,
Design
,
Decision analysis
,
Maintenance
,
Meteorology
,
Pacific Ocean
,
Performance
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Safety
Development of Key Performance Indicator for Management of Under Deposit Corrosion (UDC)
IPC 2016; V001T03A029https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64501
Topics:
Corrosion
,
Pipelines
,
Water
,
Particulate matter
,
Pipes
,
Bacteria
,
Crude oil
,
Flow (Dynamics)
,
Signals
,
Density
Integrity of Buried Gas Pipeline Subjected to an Adjacent Pipe Rupture Event
IPC 2016; V001T03A030https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64511
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Rupture
,
Finite element analysis
,
Soil
,
Stress
,
Pressure
,
Analytical methods
,
Constitutive equations
,
Coulombs
Analysis of Pressure Test Failure Performance for Vintage Pipe
IPC 2016; V001T03A031https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64518
Topics:
Failure
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
,
Pipelines
,
Manufacturing
,
Safety
,
Construction
,
Fitness-for-service
,
Hazardous substances
,
Manufacturing technology
ILI-to-Field Data Comparisons: What Accuracy Can You Expect?
IPC 2016; V001T03A032https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64526
Topics:
Certainty
,
Corrosion
,
Failure
,
Inspection
,
Leakage
,
Magnetic flux
,
Metals
,
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Signals
ILI to ILI Comparisons: Quantifying the Impact of Multiple Inspections
IPC 2016; V001T03A033https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64547
Topics:
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Metals
,
Corrosion
,
Signals
,
Wall thickness
,
Arches
,
Geometry
,
Leakage
,
Magnetic flux
Study of a Plastic Strain Limit Damage Criterion for Pipeline Mechanical Damage Using FEA and Full-Scale Denting Tests
IPC 2016; V001T03A034https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64548
Topics:
Damage
,
Finite element analysis
,
Pipelines
,
Failure
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Rocks
,
Inspection
,
Tensile testing
Girth Welds Integrity Evaluation on a Vintage Gas Pipeline
IPC 2016; V001T03A035https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64587
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Welded joints
,
Failure
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Inspection
,
Leakage
,
Maintenance
,
Failure analysis
,
Metals
,
Risk
A Study of Crack Interaction Criteria
IPC 2016; V001T03A037https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64603
Topics:
Fracture (Materials)
,
Failure
,
Pressure
,
Testing
,
American Petroleum Institute
,
Engineers
,
Leakage
,
Pipes
,
Rupture
,
Uncertainty
Integrity Assessment of Post-Peak-Moment Wrinkles
IPC 2016; V001T03A040https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64654
Topics:
ASME Standards
,
Failure mechanisms
,
Fatigue
,
Fatigue failure
,
Fluctuations (Physics)
,
Inspection
,
Leakage
,
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Pressure
Mitigation
Risk-Based Mitigation of Mechanical Damage
IPC 2016; V001T03A044https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64040
Topics:
Damage
,
Risk
,
Failure
,
Pipelines
,
Probability
,
Corrosion
,
Decision making
,
Design
,
Fatigue life
,
Fracture (Materials)
Reinforcement of Planar Defects in Low-Frequency ERW Long Seams Using Composite Reinforcing Materials
IPC 2016; V001T03A045https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64082
Topics:
Composite materials
,
Maintenance
,
Pressure
,
Testing
,
Leakage
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Cycles
,
Failure analysis
Finite Element Analysis of Composite Repairs With Full-Scale Validation Testing
IPC 2016; V001T03A047https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64214
Topics:
Composite materials
,
Finite element analysis
,
Maintenance
,
Testing
,
Stress
,
Temperature
,
Modeling
,
Pipes
,
Steel
,
Compressive stress
Mitigation of Infilling Around Pipelines With Cyclic Lateral Deflections
IPC 2016; V001T03A048https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64350
Topics:
Deflection
,
Pipelines
,
Soil
,
Buckling
,
Construction
,
Cycles
,
Delays
,
Displacement
,
Geosynthetics
,
High temperature
Pipeline Failures Resulting From Interacting Integrity Threats
IPC 2016; V001T03A049https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64436
Topics:
Failure
,
Pipelines
,
Corrosion
,
Fatigue
,
Construction
,
Hydrogen embrittlement
,
Lamination
,
Manufacturing
,
Natural gas
,
Petroleum pipelines
Restored Crossings: When and Where to Apply Stream Restoration Techniques to Protect Exposed Pipelines
IPC 2016; V001T03A050https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64467
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Buoyancy
,
Collisions (Physics)
,
Concretes
,
Decision analysis
,
Engineering disciplines
,
Erosion
,
Fatigue
,
Maintenance
Monitoring
Identifying and Sizing Axial Seam Weld Flaws in ERW Pipe Seams and SCC in the Pipe Body Using Ultrasonic Imaging
IPC 2016; V001T03A053https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64069
Topics:
Pipes
,
Ultrasonic imaging
,
Inspection
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Pipelines
,
Nondestructive evaluation
,
Cycles
,
Ditches
,
Electrical resistance
,
Failure
Measuring Critical Strains in Dent Defect of Oil and Gas Pipes
IPC 2016; V001T03A054https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64097
Topics:
Pipes
,
Pipelines
,
Damage
,
Finite element analysis
,
Engineering research
,
Failure
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Numerical analysis
,
Steel
,
Testing
Hydrotesting and In-Line Inspection: Now and in the Future
IPC 2016; V001T03A055https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64105
Topics:
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Pipeline integrity
,
Pressure
,
Safety
,
Deepwater development
,
Gases
,
Hazardous substances
,
Hydrostatic testing
,
Leakage
Methodology for Comparing Field Applied Liquid Epoxy and Hot Bituminous Tape Coating Repairs Using Inline Inspection Data
IPC 2016; V001T03A057https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64189
Topics:
Coatings
,
Epoxy adhesives
,
Epoxy resins
,
Inspection
,
Maintenance
,
Corrosion
,
Nondestructive evaluation
,
Pipelines
,
Cathodic protection
,
Decision making
A Different Approach to High Resolution CP Evaluation
IPC 2016; V001T03A058https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64215
Topics:
Cathodic protection
,
Data acquisition
,
Errors
,
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Resolution (Optics)
,
Soil
,
Uncertainty
Detection of Crack-Related Features Within Dented Pipe Using Electromagnetic Acoustic Transduction (EMAT) Technology
IPC 2016; V001T03A059https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64216
Topics:
Acoustics
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Pipes
,
Pipelines
,
Damage
,
Inspection
,
Coating processes
,
Coatings
,
Crack detection
,
Cracking (Materials)
Pipeline Strain and Vibration Monitoring by Smart Materials
IPC 2016; V001T03A061https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64364
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Smart materials
,
Vibration
,
Sensors
,
Capacitance
,
Electrodes
,
Pipes
,
Urethane elastomers
,
Coatings
,
Deformation
Pipeline In-Line Inspection Enhancement Opportunities
IPC 2016; V001T03A062https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64368
Topics:
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Flow (Dynamics)
,
Pressure
,
Technology development
,
Wall thickness
Development of a Magnetic Eddy Current In-Line Inspection Tool
IPC 2016; V001T03A063https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64369
Topics:
Eddies (Fluid dynamics)
,
Eddy currents (Electricity)
,
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Carbon steel
,
Sensors
,
Engineering prototypes
,
Metals
,
Algorithms
Graded EMAT Performance Specification Validated in Blind Test
IPC 2016; V001T03A065https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64421
Topics:
Acoustics
,
Density
,
Dimensions
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Inspection
,
Nondestructive evaluation
,
Pipe joints
,
Pipelines
,
Probability
,
Resolution (Optics)
Shear-Wave Ultrasonic Crack Inspection Tool Performance for Cracks Associated With Metal Loss
IPC 2016; V001T03A066https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64429
Topics:
Fracture (Materials)
,
Inspection
,
Metals
,
Shear waves
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Corrosion
,
Nondestructive evaluation
,
Ditches
,
Pipelines
Detection of Crack Initiation Based on Repeat In-Line Inspection
IPC 2016; V001T03A067https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64433
Topics:
Crack detection
,
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Signals
,
Acoustics
,
Corrosion
,
Hazards
Hydrostatic Pressure Testing as Part of an Integrity Management Program: A Case Study
IPC 2016; V001T03A072https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64566
Topics:
Hydrostatic pressure
,
Testing
,
Risk
,
Design
,
Safety
,
Damage
,
Fitness-for-service
,
Manufacturing
,
Pipelines
,
Reliability
A Study of Crack Detection Ultrasonic Attributes to Manage Leak Threats Associated With Short Crack-Like Flaws in ERW Pipelines
IPC 2016; V001T03A073https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64583
Topics:
Crack detection
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Leakage
,
Pipelines
,
Hydrostatic testing
,
Welded joints
,
Corrosion
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Dimensions
,
Ditches
Casing and Inserted Pipe Inspection Program on the San Francisco Peninsula Using Robotic ILI
IPC 2016; V001T03A074https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64586
Topics:
Inspection
,
Pipes
,
Robotics
,
Pipelines
,
Corrosion
,
Arches
,
Cities
,
Construction
,
Design
,
Engineers
The Benefits of Accurate ILI Performance on Pipeline Integrity Programs for Axial Crack and Metal Loss Corrosion Threats
IPC 2016; V001T03A075https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64612
Topics:
Corrosion
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Metals
,
Pipeline integrity
,
Inspection
,
Pipelines
,
Maintenance
,
Reliability
,
Sensitivity analysis
,
Accuracy and precision
The Use of Hydrotesting and EMAT Inline Inspection Technology for the Integrity Management of Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) in Gas Pipelines
Pedro M. Hryciuk, Eduardo Carzoglio, Jose A. Minellono, Leonardo Martinetto, Pedro M. Guillen, Joerg Grillenberger
IPC 2016; V001T03A077https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64666
Development of the UKOPA Strategy for the Management of Ageing Pipelines
IPC 2016; V001T03A079https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64697
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Damage
,
Failure
,
Construction
,
Databases
,
Accidents
,
Design
,
Failure data
,
Hazards
,
Pipeline integrity
Prevention
Review of Phase II for the Comprehensive Study to Understand Longitudinal ERW Seam Failures
IPC 2016; V001T03A081https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64142
Topics:
Failure
,
Pipelines
,
Safety
,
Transportation systems
,
Welded joints
,
Algorithms
,
Bridges (Structures)
,
Computer software
,
Corrosion
,
Ditches
Development Towards a Novel Approach for Assessment of Corroded Pipe
IPC 2016; V001T03A082https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64315
Topics:
Pipes
,
Steel
,
Finite element analysis
,
Corrosion
,
Failure
,
Computer software
,
Ductile fracture
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Hoop stress
,
Lasers
Full-Bore Pipeline Rupture as ‘Transient Fanno’ Flow
IPC 2016; V001T03A083https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64334
Topics:
Flow (Dynamics)
,
Pipelines
,
Rupture
,
Transients (Dynamics)
,
Friction
,
Pipes
,
Waves
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Model development
Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) Integrity Management Plans for Onshore Liquid and Gas Pipelines: Saudi Aramco Comprehensive Study
IPC 2016; V001T03A084https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64352
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Stress corrosion cracking
,
Acoustics
,
Coating processes
,
Coatings
,
Crack detection
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Inspection
,
Tension
,
Transducers
What Do Pipelines and Airplanes Have in Common?
IPC 2016; V001T03A085https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64451
Topics:
Aircraft
,
Pipelines
,
Safety
,
Inspection
,
Maintenance
,
Air Force
,
Risk assessment
,
Damage
,
Design
,
Failure mechanisms
Evaluating Dents With Metal Loss Using Finite Element Analysis
IPC 2016; V001T03A086https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64490
Topics:
Finite element analysis
,
Metals
,
Damage
,
Pressure
,
Lasers
,
Coating processes
,
Coatings
,
Computer software
,
Corrosion
,
Dimensions
Integrity Management of Ground Movement Hazards
IPC 2016; V001T03A087https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64513
Topics:
Hazards
,
Fitness-for-service
,
Pipelines
,
Pipes
,
Acceptance criteria
,
American Petroleum Institute
,
Failure
,
Failure mechanisms
,
Landslides
,
Maintenance
Improved Pipeline Dent Integrity Management
IPC 2016; V001T03A088https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64530
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Fatigue life
,
Shapes
,
Computer simulation
,
Maintenance
,
Engineering instruments
,
Inspection
,
Pipes
,
Rocks
Longitudinal Stress Limits in Managing Spans and Other Longitudinal Loads
IPC 2016; V001T03A089https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64533
Topics:
Arches
,
Stress
,
Compressive stress
,
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Safety
,
Design
,
Tension
,
American Petroleum Institute
,
Failure mechanisms
Advanced Integrity Management Framework for Pipelines
IPC 2016; V001T03A090https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64609
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Safety
,
Corrosion
,
Cracking (Materials)
,
Data fusion
,
Deformation
,
Fracture (Process)
,
Industrial research
,
Innovation
,
Maintenance
Retarding Crack Growth by Static Pressure Hold for Pipeline Steel Exposed to a Near-Neutral pH Environment
IPC 2016; V001T03A091https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64627
Topics:
Fracture (Materials)
,
Pipelines
,
Pressure
,
Steel
,
Fatigue
,
Cycles
,
Compressors
,
Corrosion
,
Crack propagation
,
Fluctuations (Physics)
AIV and FIV in Pipelines, Plants, and Facilities
IPC 2016; V001T03A092https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64651
Topics:
Pipelines
,
Vibration
,
Flow (Dynamics)
,
Pipes
,
Piping systems
,
Acoustics
,
Fatigue failure
,
Flow-induced vibrations
,
Engineers
,
Plates (structures)
Rational Stress Limits and Load Factors for Finite Element Analyses in Pipeline Applications: Part III — Elastic-Plastic Load Factor Development
IPC 2016; V001T03A093https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64668
Topics:
Finite element analysis
,
Pipelines
,
Stress
,
Design
,
Pipes
,
American Petroleum Institute
,
Computer software
,
Fibers
,
Materials properties
,
Numerical analysis