Volumes | International Pipeline Conference | American Society of Mechanical Engineers Digital Collection

2016 11th International Pipeline Conference

September 26–30, 2016

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Conference Sponsors:

ISBN:

978-0-7918-5026-6

In This Volume

Pipeline Safety Management Systems (25)
- General (25)
Project Management, Design, Construction and Environmental Issues (24)
Strain Based Design (15)
- General (15)
Risk and Reliability (25)
- General (25)
Northern Offshore and Production Pipelines (7)
- General (7)

Volume 2: Pipeline Safety Management Systems; Project Management, Design, Construction and Environmental Issues; Strain Based Design; Risk and Reliability; Northern Offshore and Production Pipelines

Pipeline Safety Management Systems

General

Ensuring Pipeline Risk Model Usability

Tony Alfano, Megan Weichel

IPC 2016; V002T01A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64025

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Topics: Pipelines , Risk , Risk management , Modeling , Algorithms , American Petroleum Institute , Safety

Early Success for Pipeline Safety Research With Universities

James Merritt, Robert Smith

IPC 2016; V002T01A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64043

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Topics: Pipelines , Safety , Students , Innovation , Undergraduate students , Engineering disciplines , Engineering teachers , Hazardous substances , Radiological dispersal devices , Risk

‘We’re Still Hitting Things’: The Effectiveness of Third Party Processes for Pipeline Strike Prevention

Vanessa McDermott, Jan Hayes

IPC 2016; V002T01A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64070

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Topics: Pipelines , High pressure (Physics) , Risk perception , Safety , Chain , Damage , Delays , Design , Financial risk , Insurance

Improving Quality Management Systems (QMS) for Pipeline Construction Activities

Melissa Gould, Brad Etheridge, Bill Amend, William A. Bruce

IPC 2016; V002T01A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64077

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Topics: Pipeline construction , Quality management , Pipelines , Construction , Failure , Inspection , Safety , Hazardous substances , Industrial research , Petroleum industry

Risk Based Strategy for the Development of an Emergency Pipeline Repair System (EPRS)

Ali Alani, Graham D. Goodfellow, Dennis Keen

IPC 2016; V002T01A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64083

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Topics: Emergencies , European pressurized reactors , Maintenance , Pipelines , Risk , Failure , Damage , Inspection , Underwater pipelines , Hazards

Knowledge Gained From a Five-Year Regulatory Compliance Assurance Process for Operators’ Pipeline Integrity Management Programs

Bushra Waheed, Kelsey McAuliff, Gouri Bhuyan

IPC 2016; V002T01A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64161

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Topics: Change management , Corrective actions , Cycles , Engineering standards , Hazards , Inspection , Pipeline integrity management , Pipelines , Regulatory compliance , Risk

CSA EXP248: Pipeline Human Factors

Lorna Harron, Sue Capper

IPC 2016; V002T01A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64166

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Topics: Human factors , Pipelines , Cycles , Control rooms , Pipeline systems , Safety , Workshops (Work spaces)

A Practical Approach to Drive Consistency in the Pipeline Industry: CEPA Integrity First^®

Coral Lukaniuk, Reena Sahney, Mark Jean

IPC 2016; V002T01A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64176

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Topics: Pipelines , Regulations , Sustainability , American Petroleum Institute , Collaboration , Engineering standards , Feedback , Performance , Pipeline systems , Safety

Technical Competency Assurance for Pipeline Integrity Professionals: A Model and a Toolkit

Jonny Tran, Karen Hammond, Kathleen Griffin

IPC 2016; V002T01A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64195

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Topics: Pipeline integrity , Pipelines , Competencies , Corrosion , Engineers , Pressure , Project management

A Collaborative Approach to Safety: Applying Lessons Learned From Other High Risk Industries

John Munro, Garry Sommer

IPC 2016; V002T01A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64227

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Topics: Risk , Safety , Pipelines , Collaboration , Leadership

Use of Bowties for Pipeline Safety Management

Glenn Pettitt, Philip Pennicott

IPC 2016; V002T01A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64243

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Topics: Pipelines , Safety , Hazards , Risk , Accidents , Construction , Containment , Design , Pipeline systems , Failure mechanisms

System-Wide Response to Incidents: Case Study

S. Zhang, S. Kariyawasam, R. Sutherby, J. Upadhyaya

IPC 2016; V002T01A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64385

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Topics: Compressors , Construction , Corrective actions , Energy industry , Pipeline integrity management , Pipeline systems , Pipelines , Risk assessment , Thermal expansion

Findings From 16 Years of Auditing Pipeline Integrity Management Systems

Oliver J. Hodgson, Dennis W. J. Keen, Malcolm Toft

IPC 2016; V002T01A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64397

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Topics: Pipeline integrity management , Pipelines , Emergency response , Pipeline integrity , Risk assessment , Construction , Control systems , Design , Inspection , Maintenance

An Assessment of State Regulatory Oversight of Pipeline Systems in Alaska

Dave Norton, Jennifer L. Owens, Gregory Annis

IPC 2016; V002T01A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64464

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Topics: Data collection , Governors , Leakage , Maintenance , Natural gas , Petroleum , Pipeline systems , Pipelines

Chasing Perfection: The Proactive IMP PDCA (+E) Review

Phillip Nidd, Terence Thorn, Monica K. Porter

IPC 2016; V002T01A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64474

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Topics: Change management , Damage , Leakage , Pipeline integrity management , Pipeline systems , Pipelines , Regulations , Regulatory compliance , Risk , Risk management

Training and Education: The Great Competence Divide...

Michelle Unger, Phil Hopkins

IPC 2016; V002T01A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64500

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Topics: Competencies , Education , Engineering teachers , Failure , Mentoring , Performance , Pipelines , Regulations , Students , Training programs

Power Law Analysis Implications of the San Bruno Pipeline Failure

Ken Oliphant, Wayne Bryce, William Luff

IPC 2016; V002T01A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64512

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Topics: Failure , Pipelines , Damage , Accidents , Earthquakes , Fire , Gaussian distribution , Probability , Risk , Terrorist attacks

Practical IMP Performance Metrics

Jeremiah P. Konell, Jack Van Schenck, Joseph P. Bratton, Steven J. Polasik

IPC 2016; V002T01A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64528

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Topics: Cost benefit analysis , Hazardous substances , Maintenance , Nonprofit organizations , Pipelines , Quality control , Risk , Safety , Transparency , Workshops (Work spaces)

Root Cause Analysis of 8-Inch FRP Pipeline Failure That Resulted in a Spill and Fire

Frank Gareau, Alex Tatarov

IPC 2016; V002T01A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64534

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Topics: Failure , Fiber reinforced plastics , Fire , Pipelines , Root cause analysis , Stress , Finite element analysis , Materials degradation , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting)

Adapting Safety Culture Assessments to the Pipeline Industry

Kimberly Maddin, David A. Shanks

IPC 2016; V002T01A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64554

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Topics: Pipelines , Safety , Performance

Pipeline Project Technical Documents Control and Compliance

Carolina Pecanha, Terry Jansen, Jon Lind, Tatiana Fontes

IPC 2016; V002T01A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64556

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Topics: Pipelines , American Petroleum Institute , Control rooms , Security , Control systems , Programmable controllers , Safety , Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems , Change management , Computer security

A Practical Approach for Updating and Improving Integrity Management Process Documents

Andrew R. Lutz, John Godfrey, Clifford Maier, Pamela Moreno, Tara McMahan

IPC 2016; V002T01A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64589

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Topics: Engineering standards , Inspection , Pipelines , Risk

Assurance Management Implementation Within a Large Organization

Ryan Sporns, Shireen Fader

IPC 2016; V002T01A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64625

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Topics: Cycles , Pipelines

Unlocking the Power of Incident Investigation: Building a Strong Pipeline Safety Management System From a Solid Foundation

Megan Weichel

IPC 2016; V002T01A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64640

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Topics: Pipelines , Safety , American Petroleum Institute , Shapes

Long Term Structural Integrity Considerations for Abandoned Pipelines

Shane Finneran, T. J. Prewitt, Joel Kaufman

IPC 2016; V002T01A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64686

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Topics: Pipelines , Collapse , Corrosion , Finite element analysis , Hazards , Load bearing capacity , Metals , Oil technology , Soil , Transmission lines

Project Management, Design, Construction and Environmental Issues

Design and Construction

The Design and Construction of the Chinipas Slope Pipeline Crossing

Agostino Napolitano, Guido Guidotti, Andrea Marsili, Alessandro Fabbri, Marco Menichetti, Francesco Troiani

IPC 2016; V002T02A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64009

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Topics: Construction , Design , Pipelines , Tunnels , Atomic force microscopy , Collaboration , Drilling , Geometry , Natural gas distribution , Optimization

Optimization of Pipeline Network Structure of CBM Fields Considering Three-Dimensional Geographical Factors

Zhigang Duan, Qi Liao, Mengyu Wu, Haoran Zhang, Yongtu Liang

IPC 2016; V002T02A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64020

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Topics: Optimization , Pipelines , Wells , Algorithms , Design , Dimensions , Energy consumption , Energy resources , Genetic algorithms , Methane

A New Approach to Determine the Stresses in Buried Pipes Under Surface Loading

Fan Zhang, Nathan Branam, Benjamin Zand, Mark Van Auker

IPC 2016; V002T02A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64050

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Topics: Pipes , Stress , Hoop stress , Highways , Railroads , Vehicles , American Petroleum Institute , Pipelines , Soil , Construction

Numerical Investigation of Deposition Characteristics of Solid CO₂ During Choked Flow for CO₂ Pipelines

Lin Teng, Yuxing Li, Hui Han, Pengfei Zhao, Datong Zhang

IPC 2016; V002T02A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64057

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipelines , Particulate matter , Computational fluid dynamics , Fluids , Particle size , Cooling , Joules , Pipes

Valve Characteristics and Their Effect on Transient Surge Pressures in Delivery Terminals

Emma Perez, Ahmed El-Bayoumi

IPC 2016; V002T02A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64081

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Topics: Surges , Transients (Dynamics) , Valves , Pipelines , Fluids , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Damage , Design , Engineering simulation

The Reliability Estimation of Simplified Natural Gas Pipeline Compressor Stations Based on Statistics Principles

Muwei Fan, Yang Wu, Wenhui Kong, Jing Gong

IPC 2016; V002T02A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64084

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Topics: Compressors , Natural gas distribution , Reliability , Statistics as topic , China , Gaussian distribution , Failure , Pipelines , Pipes , Dimensions

Current Land and Waterborne Geophysical Methods for Guiding Horizontal Directional Drilling and Trenching Along Pipeline Right-of-Ways

Paul Bauman, Alastair McClymont, Landon Woods, Erin Ernst

IPC 2016; V002T02A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64090

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Topics: Horizontal directional drilling , Pipelines , Arctic region , Atlantic Ocean , Construction , Design , Drilling , Electrical resistivity , Engineers , Geophysics

Integrity of Small Angle Mitered Joints

Gavin (Guowei) Zheng, Iain Colquhoun, Joe Paviglianiti

IPC 2016; V002T02A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64101

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Topics: Construction , Deflection , Design , Failure , Petroleum industry , Pipeline systems , Pipelines , Pipes , Pressure , Safety

Investigation of Zinc- and Carbon-Nanoparticle-Based Nanocomposite Coatings

Majid TabkhPaz, Dong-Yeob Park, Simon Park

IPC 2016; V002T02A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64132

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Topics: Carbon , Coatings , Nanocomposites , Nanoparticles , Particulate matter , Steel , Adhesion , Corrosion protection , Multi-walled carbon nanotubes , Permeability

Assessment of Stress-Displacement State of Cable Suspended Pipeline Bridge During Inspection Pig Motion

Igor Orynyak, Igor Burak, Sergiy Okhrimchuk, Andrii Novikov, Andrii Pashchenko

IPC 2016; V002T02A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64197

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Cables , Displacement , Inspection , Pipelines , Stress , Pipes , Tension , Vibration , Weight (Mass)

Pipeline Route Planning for Multiphase Pipelines

Benjamin J. Kitt, Aaron Licker, Joshua Cull

IPC 2016; V002T02A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64198

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Topics: Pipelines , Multiphase flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Construction , Computer software , Conceptual design , Design , Fluids , Optimization , Petroleum industry

Experimental Response of Steel Pipelines to Close Trench Blasting

Lawrence M. Matta

IPC 2016; V002T02A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64226

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Topics: Blasting , Pipelines , Steel , Stress , Explosions , Pipes , Delays , Errors , Rocks , Safety

Use of Advanced Processing Techniques of High Density LiDAR in Place of Survey for Cost and Schedule Reductions on Early Phase Pipeline Projects: Capital Project Results

Joseph T. Hlady, David Parker

IPC 2016; V002T02A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64235

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Topics: Density , Pipelines , Databases , Artificial intelligence , Delays , Resolution (Optics)

Re-Introducing the Benefits of Terrain Mapping for Pipeline Routing and Design

Katherine Johnston, Betsy Waddington, Mark Leir, Corey Kenny

IPC 2016; V002T02A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64285

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Topics: Design , Pipelines , Construction , Buoyancy , Dewatering , Engineers , Gravel , Groundwater , Pipeline construction , Pipes

Enhancing Pipeline Project Management With Refined Rock Excavation Forecasting

Jeffrey R. Keaton, Luther H. Boudra, Eleanor L. Huggins

IPC 2016; V002T02A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64306

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Topics: Pipelines , Project management , Rocks , Construction , Soil , Blasting , Ditches , Geometry , Geotechnical risk , Pipe sizes

A Comparative Study Between Lateral and Upward Anchor-Soil and Pipe-Soil Interaction in Dense Sand

Kshama Roy, Bipul Hawlader, Shawn Kenny, Ian Moore

IPC 2016; V002T02A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64546

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Topics: Pipes , Sands , Soil , Pipelines , Shear (Mechanics) , Stress , Coulombs , Density , Design , Displacement

Deploying Mobile Construction Inspection Forms as a Case Study for Technology Adoption

Brett D. Vogt, Raymond “Buddy” E. Belcher, Jr.

IPC 2016; V002T02A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64637

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Topics: Construction , Inspection , Data collection , Pipeline construction , Errors , Overlays (Materials engineering) , Pipelines , Project management , Workflow

In-Situ Piping Header Replacement

Alexander C. Grams

IPC 2016; V002T02A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64642

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Topics: Pipes , Design , Manifolds , Manufacturing , Pipelines , Industrial construction , Lasers , Piping systems , Storage tanks , Stress

Environmental Issues

The Advantages of Integrating Major Hazard Safety and Impact Assessments for Pipeline Projects

Glenn Pettitt, Shana Westfall

IPC 2016; V002T02A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64370

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Topics: Hazards , Pipelines , Safety , Design , Accidents , Pipeline systems , Construction , Containment , Crude oil , Petroleum

Project Management

Pump Replacement at a Critical 63 Year Old Pump Station

Thomas H. Greaves

IPC 2016; V002T02A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64003

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Topics: Pumps , Crude oil , Diesel , Gasoline , Hydraulics , Oil fields , Shorelines

Capturing Best Practices for Third Party Inspections of Pipeline Construction

David Montemurro, Kim McCaig, Richard Hoffmann, Reena Sahney

IPC 2016; V002T02A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64116

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Topics: Inspection , Pipeline construction , Pipelines , Construction , Collaboration , Supply and demand

A Staged Approach for Managing Terrain and Geohazards on New Pipeline Projects

Mark Leir, Alex Baumgard, Katherine Johnston

IPC 2016; V002T02A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64175

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Topics: Pipelines , Design , Engineering design , Arches , Construction , Economics , Engineers , Hydraulics , Roads

Value of Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) Simulation Models in Pipeline Systems

Bradley M. Jones, André-Michel Ferrari

IPC 2016; V002T02A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64205

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Topics: Maintainability , Pipeline systems , Reliability , Simulation models , Pipelines , Design , Simulation , Cycles , Databases , Decision making

Socio-Economic Effects Monitoring and Pipelines: Moving Towards a Practical and Project-Specific Framework

Susan Dowse, Meaghan Hoyle, Katherine Card

IPC 2016; V002T02A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64607

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Topics: Pipelines , Performance , Construction , Data collection , Pipeline construction , Polishing equipment , Regulations , Regulatory compliance , Risk management

Strain Based Design

General

Some Observations on Soil-Pipe Interface Shear Strength in Direct Shear Under Low Effective Normal Stresses and Large Displacements

Ruslan S. Amarasinghe, Dharma Wijewickreme, Hisham T. Eid

IPC 2016; V002T06A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64100

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Topics: Pipes , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear strength , Soil , Stress , Displacement , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Ocean engineering , Plasticity

Strain Capacity of Large Diameter Pipes: Full Scale Investigation With Influence of Girth Weld, Strip End Weld and Ageing Effects

Susanne Höhler, Hossein Karbasian, Alexander Gering, Christoph Kalwa, Brahim Ouaissa

IPC 2016; V002T06A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64151

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Topics: Pipes , Strips , Pressure , Design , Pipe joints , Pipelines , Stress , Buckling , Coating processes , Deformation

Full-Scale Pipe Strain Test Quality and Safety Factor Determination for Strain-Based Engineering Critical Assessment

Douglas P. Fairchild, Justin M. Crapps, Wentao Cheng, Huang Tang, Svetlana Shafrova

IPC 2016; V002T06A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64191

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Topics: Pipes , Safety , Databases , Model validation , Brittle fracture , Design , Engineering mechanics , Pipelines , Probability , Rendering

Anisotropic HFI Welded Steel Pipes for Strain Based Design

Oliver Hilgert, Susanne Höhler, Holger Brauer

IPC 2016; V002T06A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64194

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Topics: Anisotropy , Design , Pipes , Steel , Manufacturing , Mechanical properties , Pressure , Stress , Strips

Physical Modelling on Buried Pipeline Response in Elasto-Viscoplastic Soils

C. K. Wong, R. G. Wan, R. Wong, B. Liu

IPC 2016; V002T06A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64249

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Topics: Modeling , Pipelines , Soil , Pipes , Displacement , Steel , Stress , Data acquisition systems , Engineers , Pipeline systems

Influence of Material Anisotropy on the Compressive Strain Capacity

Smitha D. Koduru, Alex M. Fraser, Nader Yoosef-Ghodsi, Qishi Chen

IPC 2016; V002T06A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64293

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Topics: Anisotropy , Pipelines , Tension , Finite element analysis , Compression , Design , Finite element model , Materials properties , Modeling , Steel

Pipeline Integrity in Seismic and Extremely Cold Regions

Nobuhisa Suzuki, Takekazu Arakawa, Andrei Arabey

IPC 2016; V002T06A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64301

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Topics: Cold climates , Pipeline integrity , Deformation , Pipelines , Pipes , Displacement , Design , Earthquakes , Permafrost , Soil

Influence of Cold Formed Bending on Strain Based Design Buckling Limits

Tom Oldfield, Tim Turner, Andy Young

IPC 2016; V002T06A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64342

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Topics: Buckling , Design , Pipelines , Pipes , Displacement , Engineering standards , Finite element analysis , Sensitivity analysis , Wall thickness , Work hardening

Strain Capacity and Deformation Behavior of HFW Linepipe

Satoshi Igi, Satoru Yabumoto, Teruki Sadasue, Hisakazu Tajika, Kenji Oi

IPC 2016; V002T06A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64349

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Topics: Deformation , Compression , Pressure , Earthquake resistant design , Low temperature , Cable reels , Electrical resistance , Fracture toughness , Mechanical properties , Pipes

Effect of Soil Variability on Strain Demand Associated With Moving Slopes

Alex M. Fraser, Smitha D. Koduru

IPC 2016; V002T06A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64432

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Topics: Soil , Finite element analysis , Piping design , Data collection , Design , Pipelines , Pipes , Safety , Uncertainty

Advanced Pipeline Welding Technologies for Strain-Based Design

Andrew J. Wasson, Doug P. Fairchild, Fredrick F. Noecker, II, Mario L. Macia, Nathan E. Nissley

IPC 2016; V002T06A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64472

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Topics: Design , Pipelines , Welding , Pipeline construction , Fracture toughness , Metals , Welded joints , Ferronickel , Ice , Iron

Standardization of SENT (or SE(T)) Fracture Toughness Measurement: Results of a Round Robin on a Draft Test Procedure

Sanjay Tiku, Nick Pussegoda, Morvarid Ghovanlou, W. R. Tyson, Aaron Dinovitzer

IPC 2016; V002T06A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64497

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Topics: Fracture toughness , Tension , Testing , Base metals , Design , Electrical potential drop techniques , Fracture (Materials) , Gages , Heat , Pipelines

Application of the Discrete Element Method (DEM) to Evaluate Pipeline Response to Slope Movement

Abdelfettah Fredj, Aaron Dinovitzer, Amir Hassannejadasl, Richard Gailing, Millan Sen

IPC 2016; V002T06A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64508

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Topics: Discrete element methods , Pipelines , Soil , Pipes , Hazards , Stress , Computer simulation , Design , Displacement , Finite element analysis

Tensile and Compressive Strain Capacity of Pipelines With Corrosion Anomalies

Honggang Zhou, Ming Liu, Brent Ayton, Jason Bergman, Steve Nanney

IPC 2016; V002T06A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64628

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Topics: Corrosion , Pipelines , Pipes , Buckling , Numerical analysis , Rupture , Damage , Design , Hazards , Performance

Comparison of Calculated Crack Growth Values Using Unloading Compliance and d-c EP During SENT Testing

Y. Hioe, S. Kalyanam, G. M. Wilkowski

IPC 2016; V002T06A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64630

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Testing , Fracture toughness , Pipelines , Pipes , Surface cracks , Arctic region , Brittleness , Design , Experimental methods

Risk and Reliability

General

Vulnerability of Buried Pipelines to Landslides

Gerald Ferris, Sarah Newton, Michael Porter

IPC 2016; V002T07A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64071

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Topics: Landslides , Pipelines , Failure , Probability , Buckling , Arches , Leakage , Maintenance , Rocks , Rupture

Modeling of Outflow Following Full-Bore Rupture in a Gas Pipeline

Teresa Leung, Kamal K. Botros, Aleksandar Tomic, Shahani Kariyawasam

IPC 2016; V002T07A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64078

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Topics: Modeling , Outflow , Pipelines , Rupture , Valves , Boundary-value problems , Emergency management , Equations of state , Flow (Dynamics) , Inflow

Updated Estimates of Frequencies of Pipeline Failures Caused by Geohazards

Michael Porter, Gerald Ferris, Mark Leir, Miguel Leach, Mario Haderspock

IPC 2016; V002T07A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64085

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Topics: Failure , Pipelines , Design , Risk

Utilizing Modern Data and Technologies for Pipeline Risk Assessment

David Mangold, Ryan Huntley

IPC 2016; V002T07A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64128

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Topics: Pipelines , Risk assessment , Risk , Modeling , Regulations , Risk management , Data collection , Flow (Dynamics) , Pipeline systems , Pressure

Risk Profiling for the Pipeline Industry: Application of Best Practices From the Aviation Industry

Lorna Harron, Kimberley Turner

IPC 2016; V002T07A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64173

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Topics: Aviation , Pipelines , Risk , Safety , Risk reduction , Blocks (Building materials) , Military systems , Performance , Risk management , Risk-based decision making

Assessment on Design Factors of China’s Natural Gas Pipeline Based on Reliability-Based Design Method

Zhenyong Zhang, Yawei Zhou, Jinyuan Zhang

IPC 2016; V002T07A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64186

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Topics: Design , Design methodology , Natural gas distribution , Reliability , Pipelines , Pipes , Databases , Failure mechanisms , Pipeline engineering , Pressure

The Effect of Corrosion Growth Model Assumptions on the Reliability Estimates of Corroded Pipelines

Markus R. Dann, Luc Huyse

IPC 2016; V002T07A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64250

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Topics: Corrosion , Pipelines , Reliability , Failure , Leakage , Uncertainty , Metals , Probability , Stochastic processes , Inspection

Prediction of Blowdown Forces and Impingement Pressures From a Partial Pipe Rupture for Hazard Analyses

Gery M. Wilkowski, Elizabeth Kurth, Cedric Sallaberry, James Mihell

IPC 2016; V002T07A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64314

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Topics: Hazard analysis , Pipes , Rupture , Pipelines , Fracture toughness , Pressure , Design , Fracture (Materials) , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids

Multi-Phase CFD Modelling of CO2 Releases From High-Pressure Pipelines

Xiong Liu, Ajit Godbole, Cheng Lu, Bin Liu, Philip Venton

IPC 2016; V002T07A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64319

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Computational fluid dynamics , High pressure (Physics) , Modeling , Pipelines , Equilibrium (Physics) , Relaxation (Physics) , Engineering simulation , Equations of state , Fluids

A Case Study on the Application of Structural Reliability Analysis to Assess Integrity for Internal Corrosion of Unpiggable Pipelines

Katherine Taylor, Susannah Turner, Graham Goodfellow

IPC 2016; V002T07A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64341

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Topics: Corrosion , Event history analysis , Pipelines , Failure , Inspection , Uncertainty , Pipeline integrity , Statistical distributions , Density , Errors

Critical Review of Risk Criteria for Natural Gas Pipelines

Aleksandar Tomic, Shahani Kariyawasam

IPC 2016; V002T07A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64356

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Topics: Natural gas distribution , Risk , Pipelines , Failure , Risk assessment , Containment , Performance , Rupture , Thermal radiation

Failure Frequency Calculation of Transmission Pipelines or Stations due to Nearby Wind Turbines

Roelof P. Coster, Martijn T. Middel, Marc T. Dröge

IPC 2016; V002T07A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64376

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Topics: Failure , Pipelines , Wind turbines , Computer software , Risk , Risk assessment , Underground pipelines , Computational methods , Construction , Density

Equipment Impact Rate Assessment Using Bayesian Networks

Smitha D. Koduru, Dongliang Lu

IPC 2016; V002T07A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64381

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Topics: Damage , Failure , Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Pipelines , Probability

Pipeline Integrity Reliability Analysis Levels

Sherif Hassanien, Len Leblanc, Javier Cuervo, Karmun Cheng

IPC 2016; V002T07A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64423

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Topics: Event history analysis , Pipeline integrity , Reliability , Pipelines , Safety , Uncertainty , Accuracy and precision , Automobiles , Aviation , Corrosion

Towards an Acceptable Pipeline Integrity Target Reliability

Sherif Hassanien, Len Leblanc, Alex Nemeth

IPC 2016; V002T07A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64425

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Topics: Pipeline integrity , Reliability , Pipelines , Safety , Failure , Uncertainty , Pipes , Probability , Accounting , Design

Effect of Calibration of Measurements on Integrity Reliability Analysis

Karmun Cheng, Mona Abdolrazaghi, Sherif Hassanien, Charles Watt

IPC 2016; V002T07A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64430

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Topics: Calibration , Event history analysis , Errors , Modeling , Nondestructive evaluation , Pipelines , Measurement uncertainty , Uncertainty quantification , Inspection , Leakage

How Many Pipelines in North America Have Failed by Fatigue and Why?

Andrew Cosham, Phil Hopkins

IPC 2016; V002T07A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64450

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Topics: Fatigue , Pipelines , Failure , Failure data , Safety , Transportation systems , Accidents , Corrosion , Damage , Fatigue failure

On the Use of Surrogate Models in Reliability-Based Analysis of Dented Pipes

Sherif Hassanien, Muntaseer Kainat, Samer Adeeb, Doug Langer

IPC 2016; V002T07A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64470

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Topics: Pipes , Reliability , Finite element methods , Stress , Pipeline risers , Pipelines , Risers (Casting) , Corrosion , Event history analysis , Failure

Long Term (1970 to 2015) Trending of the Nine Prescriptive Pipeline Threats

Jenny Jing Chen, Dan Williams, Keith Leewis, Michael Barnum

IPC 2016; V002T07A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64503

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Topics: Pipelines , Failure , Manufacturing , Construction , Hazardous substances , Inspection , Maintenance , Pipes , Safety , Transportation systems

Implementing a Quantitative Geohazard Frequency Analysis Framework as a Component of Risk Assessment of New Pipelines

Alex Baumgard, Michael Beaupre, Mark Leir

IPC 2016; V002T07A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64580

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Topics: Pipelines , Risk assessment , Failure , Hazards , Risk analysis , Risk management , Containment , Pipeline construction , Probability , Risk

Effect of Block Valve and Crack Arrestor Spacing on Thermal Radiation Hazards Associated With Ignited Rupture Incidents for Natural Gas Pipelines

Brian Rothwell, Thomas Dessein, Andy Collard

IPC 2016; V002T07A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64604

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Hazards , Natural gas distribution , Rupture , Thermal radiation , Valves , Pipelines , Safety , Damage , Flames

Analyzing the Effectiveness of Prevention Measures for Third-Party Damage to Underground Pipelines Using a Hierarchical Fault Tree Model

Dongliang Lu, Mark Stephens

IPC 2016; V002T07A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64611

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Topics: Damage , Underground pipelines , Data collection , Failure

Improving Safety Through Engineering Assessments for Change in Location Class

Shahani Kariyawasam, Mohammad Al-Amin, Hong Wang

IPC 2016; V002T07A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64635

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Topics: Safety , Pipelines , Design , Risk , Failure , Probability , Reliability , Pipes , Stress , Accounting

Optimizing Preventative and Mitigative Measure Selection

Jeffrey Lachey, Keith Vanderlee, Robert Jewell, Tony Alfano

IPC 2016; V002T07A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64638

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Topics: Collaboration , Computer software , Hazards , Maintenance , Pipeline systems , Pipelines , Risk , Risk analysis , Risk assessment , Risk management

Transitioning a Relative Risk Model to Absolute

Jake Murray

IPC 2016; V002T07A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64700

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Topics: Risk , Failure , Computer software , Education , Modeling , Pipelines , Risk assessment , Safety

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Safety Level on Different Offshore Pipeline Design Criteria: A Comparison Between DNV-OS-F101 and API RP-1111 Codes

Luis D’Angelo, Hans M. Thorsen, Olav Fyrileiv, Leif Collberg, Sonia Furtado

IPC 2016; V002T08A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64252

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Topics: American Petroleum Institute , Design , Safety , Underwater pipelines , Pipelines , Buckling , Pipes , Stress , Collapse , Containment

Design of Experiment and Validation of Model for Offshore Buried Pipeline Thermal Analysis

Suvra Chakraborty, Vandad Talimi, Yuri Muzychka, Rodney McAffee, Gerry Piercey

IPC 2016; V002T08A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64257

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Topics: Design , Model validation , Ocean engineering , Pipelines , Thermal analysis , Soil , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat losses , Modeling , Transients (Dynamics)

Viscosity Variation of Ice Suspensions Formed From Water-in-Oil Emulsions

Haimin Zheng, Qiyu Huang, Wei Wang

IPC 2016; V002T08A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64296

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Topics: Emulsions , Ice , Viscosity , Water , Temperature , Cold climates , Subcooling , Underwater pipelines , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics)

Simulation of Gas-Hydrate Slurry Stratified Flow With Inward and Outward Hydrate Growth Model

Bohui Shi, Yang Liu, Lin Ding, Xiaofang Lv, Jing Gong

IPC 2016; V002T08A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64303

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Topics: Methane hydrate , Simulation , Slurries , Stratified flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Shells , Heat transfer , Mass transfer , Particulate matter , Two-phase flow

Alternative Compressive Strain Capacity Performance Limits for Strain Based Design Applications

Shawn Kenny, Robin Gordon, Greg Swank

IPC 2016; V002T08A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64359

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Topics: Design , Pipes , Pipelines , Containment , Design methodology , Displacement , Economics , Engineering standards , Finite element methods , Pressure

The Integrity of Flexible Steel Line Pipe: A Case History

Frank Gareau, Alex Tatarov

IPC 2016; V002T08A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64537

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Topics: Pipes , Steel , Composite materials , Pipelines , Fluids , Boundary-value problems , Corrosion , Damage , Failure , Petroleum industry

Numerical Investigation of Vertical Penetration of Steel Catenary Riser Near the Touch Down Zone

Sujan Dutta, Bipul Hawlader, Ryan Phillips, Mike Paulin

IPC 2016; V002T08A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IPC2016-64608

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Topics: Steel catenary risers , Computer simulation , Computer software , Currents , Design , Fatigue life , Modeling , Ocean engineering , Ocean waves , Pipeline risers

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