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Volume 3: Design and Analysis

Design and Analysis

Design and Analysis of Pressure Vessels, Heat Exchangers, and Components

Stress Field Around a Large Opening in a Pressure Vessel During a Major Repair

Erik Garrido, Euro Casanova

PVP 2009; 3-11https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77007

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View Articletitled, Stress Field Around a Large Opening in a Pressure Vessel During a Major Repair

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Topics: Maintenance , Pressure vessels , Stress , Cutting , Design engineering , Finite element analysis

Repair of an Externally Corroded Pressure Vessel Using Internal Lap Patches and Weld Buildup

Reza Looyeh, Jaan Taagepera, David Bosi, Martin Carroll

PVP 2009; 13-19https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77150

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View Articletitled, Repair of an Externally Corroded Pressure Vessel Using Internal Lap Patches and Weld Buildup

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Topics: Maintenance , Pressure vessels , Vessels , Corrosion , Elevations (Drawings) , Finite element analysis , Inspection , Insulation , Leakage , Safety

Thermo-Mechanical Design of Brazed Plate-Fins Heat Exchanger Based on Finite Element Modeling Using Homogenization Techniques

Johan Dib, Ivan Lewon, Boris Martin

PVP 2009; 21-27https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77251

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View Articletitled, Thermo-Mechanical Design of Brazed Plate-Fins Heat Exchanger Based on Finite Element Modeling Using Homogenization Techniques

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Topics: Design , Finite element analysis , Fins , Heat exchangers , Modeling , Thermomechanics , Aluminum , Base metals , Computer software , Furnaces

Construction of Pressure Vessel Using Thin Inner Shell Wound Cross-Helically by Interlocking Strips

Chen Ping

PVP 2009; 29-32https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77521

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View Articletitled, Construction of Pressure Vessel Using Thin Inner Shell Wound Cross-Helically by Interlocking Strips

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Topics: Construction , Pressure vessels , Shells , Steel , Strips

Buckling Analysis of an Orthotropic Elliptical Toroidal Shell

D. Redekop

PVP 2009; 33-40https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77524

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View Articletitled, Buckling Analysis of an Orthotropic Elliptical Toroidal Shell

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Topics: Buckling , Shells , External pressure , Pressure , Vibration

Stress Analysis of Pressurized Micro-Channel Passages

Guo-Yan Zhou, Shan-Tung Tu, Fu-Zhen Xuan, Zhengdong Wang

PVP 2009; 41-47https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77590

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View Articletitled, Stress Analysis of Pressurized Micro-Channel Passages

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Topics: Heat exchangers , Microchannels , Stress analysis (Engineering)

Evaluation of a Welded Joint Using the Structural Stress Method

Shiju V. P. George

PVP 2009; 49-52https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77834

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View Articletitled, Evaluation of a Welded Joint Using the Structural Stress Method

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Topics: Stress , Welded joints , Fatigue strength , Fatigue , Fitness-for-service , American Petroleum Institute , ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code , Carbon steel , Cycles , Polishing

Use of Design-by-Analysis for Designing Shear Key Structure

Tomohiro Naruse, Tetsuya Kuwano, Mitsuhiro Narita, Taiji Hashimoto, Haruo Miura

PVP 2009; 53-62https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77885

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View Articletitled, Use of Design-by-Analysis for Designing Shear Key Structure

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Topics: Design , Shear (Mechanics) , Bolted joints , Pressure , Vessels , Containers , Disks , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Inelastic analysis

A Universal Design Method Based on Analysis for Cylindrical Shells With Nozzles Due to Internal Pressure, External Forces and Moments: Part I

Ming-De Xue, Qing-Hai Du, Keh-Chih Hwang, Zhi-Hai Xiang

PVP 2009; 63-70https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78034

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View Articletitled, A Universal Design Method Based on Analysis for Cylindrical Shells With Nozzles Due to Internal Pressure, External Forces and Moments: Part I

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Topics: Design methodology , Nozzles , Pipes , Pressure , Stress , Boundary-value problems , Displacement , Finite element methods , Partial differential equations , Shear (Mechanics)

A Universal Design Method Based on Analysis for Cylindrical Shells With Nozzles Due to Internal Pressure, External Forces and Moments: Part II

Ming-De Xue, Qing-Hai Du, Keh-Chih Hwang, Zhi-Hai Xiang

PVP 2009; 71-77https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78147

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View Articletitled, A Universal Design Method Based on Analysis for Cylindrical Shells With Nozzles Due to Internal Pressure, External Forces and Moments: Part II

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Topics: Design methodology , Nozzles , Pipes , Pressure , Stress , Design , Junctions , Membranes , Shells , Bending (Stress)

Design and Analysis of Piping and Piping Components

Evaluation of Fire Protection Piping in a DOE Performance Category 3 Structure

Larry P. Buchanan

PVP 2009; 81-90https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77125

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View Articletitled, Evaluation of Fire Protection Piping in a DOE Performance Category 3 Structure

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Topics: Fire , Pipes , Couplings , Safety , Earthquakes , Arches , Building codes , Damage , Hazards , Natural phenomena

Calculating Thermal Gradients in a B31.1 Welding End Transition Joint by Formulae

David H. Creates

PVP 2009; 91-100https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77147

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View Articletitled, Calculating Thermal Gradients in a B31.1 Welding End Transition Joint by Formulae

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Topics: Temperature gradient , Welding , Pipes , Power stations , Fatigue damage , Stress , Computer software , Design , Displacement , Fatigue

A Procedure to Evaluate a B31.1 Welding End Transition Joint to Include the Fatigue Effects of Thermal Gradients for Design and Plant Life Extension

David H. Creates

PVP 2009; 101-110https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77148

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View Articletitled, A Procedure to Evaluate a B31.1 Welding End Transition Joint to Include the Fatigue Effects of Thermal Gradients for Design and Plant Life Extension

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Topics: Design , Fatigue , Life extension , Temperature gradient , Welding , Power stations , Computer software , Pipes , Pressure , Displacement

Stress Index Development for Special Elbows

J.-M. Kim, H.-C. Song, S.-Y. Kang, S.-H. Park, J.-S. Yang, Y.-H. Kim

PVP 2009; 111-115https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77151

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View Articletitled, Stress Index Development for Special Elbows

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Topics: Stress , Pipes , ASME Standards , Finite element analysis , Nuclear reactor coolants , Pressure , ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code , Boundary-value problems , Degrees of freedom , Finite element model

A Parametric Study on the Strain Concentration in Field Joint of Concrete Coated Pipelines Using Finite Element Method

Nikzad Nourpanah, Farid Taheri

PVP 2009; 117-123https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77169

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View Articletitled, A Parametric Study on the Strain Concentration in Field Joint of Concrete Coated Pipelines Using Finite Element Method

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Topics: Concretes , Finite element methods , Pipelines , Finite element analysis , Design , Finite element model

Local Buckling of Tight Fit Liner Pipe

Eelke S. Focke, Arnold M. Gresnigt

PVP 2009; 125-133https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77544

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View Articletitled, Local Buckling of Tight Fit Liner Pipe

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Topics: Buckling , Pipes , Stress , Alloys , Carbon steel , Compression , Corrosion , Exterior walls , Friction , Materials properties

Special Design Considerations for Buried HDPE Piping in Nuclear Safety Related Applications

Chakrapani Basavaraju, Kamal A. Manoly

PVP 2009; 135-142https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77747

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View Articletitled, Special Design Considerations for Buried HDPE Piping in Nuclear Safety Related Applications

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Topics: Design , Pipes , Safety , Carbon steel , Stress , Corrosion , Density , Electrolytic corrosion , Pressure , Temperature gradient

Some Aspects of the Spring Hanger Design Procedure for Piping Flexibility Analysis

Alexey Berkovsky, Oleg Kireev

PVP 2009; 143-152https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77782

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View Articletitled, Some Aspects of the Spring Hanger Design Procedure for Piping Flexibility Analysis

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Topics: Design , Pipes , Springs , Stress , Electromagnetic scattering , Friction , Modeling , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Stress analysis (Engineering)

Analysis of FCC Expansion Joints Movement Test

Jorivaldo Medeiros, Jordana Luiza B. da C. Veiga, Jose´ Carlos C. Veiga

PVP 2009; 153-161https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77828

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View Articletitled, Analysis of FCC Expansion Joints Movement Test

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Topics: Expansion joints , Pipes , Bellows (Equipment) , Bellows expansion joints , Carbon steel , Data acquisition , Design , Dynamometers , Nozzles , Piping systems

Study of the Effects of Environment in the Fatigue Analysis on Existing LWR as Proposed in USNRC RG 1.207

Eugene Tom, Milton Dong, Hong Ming Lee

PVP 2009; 163-170https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77915

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View Articletitled, Study of the Effects of Environment in the Fatigue Analysis on Existing LWR as Proposed in USNRC RG 1.207

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Topics: Fatigue analysis , Light water reactors , Fatigue , Fatigue life , Design , Computers , Coolants , Stress , ASME Standards , Cycles

Sensitivity of the Effective Seismic Support Damping in a Class I Piping System to Analysis Parameters

Nima Zobeiry

PVP 2009; 171-181https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77938

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View Articletitled, Sensitivity of the Effective Seismic Support Damping in a Class I Piping System to Analysis Parameters

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Topics: Damping , Piping systems , Pipes , Emission spectroscopy , Friction , Seismic analysis , Spectroscopy

Simplified Stress Intensity Factor Equation for SCC Propagation in the Pipe Welds (Step 2)

Mayumi Ochi, Kiminobu Hojo, Kazuo Ogawa, Naoki Ogawa

PVP 2009; 183-190https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78001

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View Articletitled, Simplified Stress Intensity Factor Equation for SCC Propagation in the Pipe Welds (Step 2)

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Topics: Pipes , Stress , Welded joints , Fracture (Materials) , Finite element analysis , Nozzles , Shapes , Welding

Finite Element Analysis and Stress Intensification Factor Determination for Core to Jacket Joints

Pishdad Mohammadi-Araz

PVP 2009; 191-200https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78007

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View Articletitled, Finite Element Analysis and Stress Intensification Factor Determination for Core to Jacket Joints

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Stress , Shells , Pipes , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Temperature gradient , Thermal stresses , Wall thickness , ASTM International , Displacement

Fatigue, Fracture, and Damage Analysis

About Relation Between Irradiation Hardening of Ferritic Steels and Ductile Fracture Toughness Decrease

Jiri Novak

PVP 2009; 203-207https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77026

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View Articletitled, About Relation Between Irradiation Hardening of Ferritic Steels and Ductile Fracture Toughness Decrease

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Topics: Ductile fracture , Fracture toughness , Hardening , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Steel , Deformation , Stress-strain curves , Temperature effects , Stress , Flow (Dynamics)

Prediction of Ductile Fracture as a Process Controlled by Cavitation Instability

Jiri Novak

PVP 2009; 209-212https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77027

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View Articletitled, Prediction of Ductile Fracture as a Process Controlled by Cavitation Instability

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Topics: Cavitation , Ductile fracture , Deformation , Plasticity , Stress , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Bifurcation , Materials science , Metals

Understanding and Predicting Weldment Fatigue in Structural Nuclear Supports

Matthew Massingham, Robert Gibson

PVP 2009; 213-229https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77048

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View Articletitled, Understanding and Predicting Weldment Fatigue in Structural Nuclear Supports

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Topics: Fatigue , Testing , Design , Fatigue life , Materials properties , Reactor vessels , Robustness , Steelwork

Comparison Between Different Approaches for the Evaluation of the Hot Spot Structural Stress in Welded Pressure Vessel Components

Martin Muscat, Kevin Degiorgio, James Wood

PVP 2009; 231-240https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77139

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View Articletitled, Comparison Between Different Approaches for the Evaluation of the Hot Spot Structural Stress in Welded Pressure Vessel Components

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Topics: Pressure vessels , Stress , Fatigue life , Welded joints , Boilers , Computation , Design , Elastic analysis , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fatigue

Stress Intensity Factor Influence Coefficients for External Surface Flaws in Boiling Water Reactor Pressure Vessels

Shengjun Yin, Terry L. Dickson, Paul T. Williams, B. Richard Bass

PVP 2009; 241-251https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77143

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View Articletitled, Stress Intensity Factor Influence Coefficients for External Surface Flaws in Boiling Water Reactor Pressure Vessels

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Topics: Boiling water reactors , Pressure vessels , Stress , Transients (Dynamics) , Databases , Fracture mechanics , Heat , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Nuclear power stations

Towards Fast Numerical Studies for Maintenance and Lifecycle Problem Analysis: New Simulation Methods on Example of an Industrial Study Case

Alexei Mikchevitch, Samuel Geniaut, Ionel Nistor

PVP 2009; 253-262https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77154

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View Articletitled, Towards Fast Numerical Studies for Maintenance and Lifecycle Problem Analysis: New Simulation Methods on Example of an Industrial Study Case

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Topics: Maintenance , Simulation , Design , Finite element methods , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Mechanical behavior , Risk , Safety

A First Investigation on Cumulative Fatigue Life for a Type 304-L Stainless Steel Used for Pressure Water Reactor

A. Fissolo, J. M. Stelmaszyk

PVP 2009; 263-272https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77156

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View Articletitled, A First Investigation on Cumulative Fatigue Life for a Type 304-L Stainless Steel Used for Pressure Water Reactor

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Topics: Fatigue , Fatigue life , Pressure , Pressurized water reactors , Stainless steel , Water

Meshless Simulation of Fracture in Thin-Walled Pipe Structures

S. J. Liu

PVP 2009; 273-280https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77184

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View Articletitled, Meshless Simulation of Fracture in Thin-Walled Pipe Structures

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Pipes , Simulation , Shells , Stress , Fluid structure interaction , Hydrodynamics , Particulate matter

Extrapolation of Tearing Resistance Curves

Kim R. W. Wallin

PVP 2009; 281-286https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77193

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View Articletitled, Extrapolation of Tearing Resistance Curves

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Topics: Failure , Fracture (Materials)

The J-Integral for a Single-Edge Cracked Panel Subjected to Combined Remote Tension and Bending

Masaaki Matsubara

PVP 2009; 287-291https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77210

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View Articletitled, The J-Integral for a Single-Edge Cracked Panel Subjected to Combined Remote Tension and Bending

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Topics: Tension , Fracture (Materials) , Ductile fracture , Work hardening

Progress in the Analysis of Duplex CT Specimen Test Results Using FE Analysis to Assess the Crack Behaviour in Heterogeneous Materials

B. D. Daniels, M. A. Wilkes, R. P. Birkett

PVP 2009; 293-299https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77211

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View Articletitled, Progress in the Analysis of Duplex CT Specimen Test Results Using FE Analysis to Assess the Crack Behaviour in Heterogeneous Materials

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Fracture (Materials) , Junctions , Safety , Yield strength , Ductile fracture , Fracture toughness , Modeling , Welded joints

Design Evaluation Method for Random Fatigue Based on Spectrum Characteristics

Shinsuke Sakai, Satoshi Okajima, Satoshi Izumi, Naoto Kasahara

PVP 2009; 301-307https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77217

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View Articletitled, Design Evaluation Method for Random Fatigue Based on Spectrum Characteristics

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Topics: Design , Evaluation methods , Fatigue , Fatigue damage , Spectral energy distribution , Stress

Warm Pre-Stressing Tests for WWER 440 Reactor Pressure Vessel Material

Dana Lauerova, Vladislav Pistora, Milan Brumovsky, Milos Kytka

PVP 2009; 309-320https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77287

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View Articletitled, Warm Pre-Stressing Tests for WWER 440 Reactor Pressure Vessel Material

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Topics: Reactor vessels , Probability , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Thermal shock

Large-Scale Tests Performed in Support of LBB Projects Applied to WWER Type NPPs in the Czech Republic in Years 1992–1994

Dana Lauerova, Jiri Palyza, Jiri Zdarek

PVP 2009; 321-329https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77290

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View Articletitled, Large-Scale Tests Performed in Support of LBB Projects Applied to WWER Type NPPs in the Czech Republic in Years 1992–1994

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Topics: Circuits , Displacement , Earthquakes , Fracture (Materials) , Nuclear power stations , Pressure , Stress

Determination of Ductile Tearing Resistance Curve in Weld Joints

S. Marie, P. Gilles, P. Ould

PVP 2009; 331-341https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77297

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View Articletitled, Determination of Ductile Tearing Resistance Curve in Weld Joints

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Topics: Crack propagation , Deformation , Displacement , Failure , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture toughness , Geometry , Risk , Steel , Welded joints

Constraint Corrected Cleavage Fracture Assessment Based on Tests of Standard and Small Scale Cruciform Specimens

Jo¨rg Hohe, Volker Hardenacke, Dieter Siegele

PVP 2009; 343-350https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77299

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View Articletitled, Constraint Corrected Cleavage Fracture Assessment Based on Tests of Standard and Small Scale Cruciform Specimens

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Nucleation (Physics) , Stress , Computer simulation , Databases , Fracture mechanics

Experimental Study of Mode II Fracture of Hybrid Composite and Metal-Wire Joints

Y. W. Kwon, W. A. Schultz, D. C. Loup, E. A. Rasmussen

PVP 2009; 351-357https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77328

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View Articletitled, Experimental Study of Mode II Fracture of Hybrid Composite and Metal-Wire Joints

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Topics: Composite materials , Fracture (Materials) , Metals , Wire , Crack propagation , Fracture toughness , Laminates , Metallic composites , Resins , Transfer molding

Validity of the Master Curve Temperature Dependence Assumption for Highly Embrittled RPV Materials: Results From the IAEA Coordinated Research Project (CRP-8)

Tapio Planman, Kunio Onizawa, William Server

PVP 2009; 359-366https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77359

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View Articletitled, Validity of the Master Curve Temperature Dependence Assumption for Highly Embrittled RPV Materials: Results From the IAEA Coordinated Research Project (CRP-8)

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Topics: Carbon reinforced plastics , Temperature effects , Shapes , Steel , Fracture toughness , ASTM International , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Pressure vessels

Proposal of Rational Determination of Fracture Toughness Lower-Bound Curves by Master Curve Approach

Naoki Miura, Naoki Soneda, Shu Sawai, Shinsuke Sakai

PVP 2009; 367-375https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77360

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View Articletitled, Proposal of Rational Determination of Fracture Toughness Lower-Bound Curves by Master Curve Approach

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Topics: Fracture toughness , ASTM International , Temperature , Databases , Ductile-brittle transition , Reliability , Steel , Surveillance

Effect of Frequency and Shape of Thermal Cycling on the Damage of Multi-Material Under Thermo-Elasto-Plastic Behaviour

Bilal Taher, Said Abboudi, Rafic Youness

PVP 2009; 377-386https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77370

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View Articletitled, Effect of Frequency and Shape of Thermal Cycling on the Damage of Multi-Material Under Thermo-Elasto-Plastic Behaviour

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Topics: Damage , Shapes , Excitation , Heat flux , Convection , Dimensions , Numerical analysis , Stress

Good Practice Handbook for PTS Evaluation (Result of the IAEA Co-Ordinated Project on PTS)

Vladislav Pistora, Milan Brumovsky, Nigel Taylor

PVP 2009; 387-393https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77396

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View Articletitled, Good Practice Handbook for PTS Evaluation (Result of the IAEA Co-Ordinated Project on PTS)

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Topics: Carbon reinforced plastics , Computation , Computational methods , Emergencies , Fracture (Materials) , Nozzles , Reactor vessels , Stress , Temperature , Thermal hydraulics

PTS Benchmark Performed Within IAEA Coordinated Research Project 9

Vladislav Pistora, Milan Brumovsky

PVP 2009; 395-402https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77407

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View Articletitled, PTS Benchmark Performed Within IAEA Coordinated Research Project 9

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Topics: Carbon reinforced plastics , Computational methods , Fracture (Materials) , Geometry , Materials properties , Nuclear power stations , Phase transition temperature , Pressurized water reactors , Reactor vessels , Safety

Fatigue Assessment of Nuclear Power Plant Components Subjected to Thermal Cyclic Loading

Kai Bauerbach, Michael Vormwald, Ju¨rgen Rudolph

PVP 2009; 403-412https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77450

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View Articletitled, Fatigue Assessment of Nuclear Power Plant Components Subjected to Thermal Cyclic Loading

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Topics: Fatigue , Nuclear power stations , Finite element analysis , Stress , Engineering simulation , Fatigue life , Fracture (Materials) , Shapes , Simulation , Temperature

Stress Intensity Factors for Closely and Densely Packed Cracks in Partially Autofrettaged Pressurized Thick-Walled Cylinders

Q. Ma, C. Levy, M. Perl

PVP 2009; 413-423https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77541

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View Articletitled, Stress Intensity Factors for Closely and Densely Packed Cracks in Partially Autofrettaged Pressurized Thick-Walled Cylinders

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Topics: Autofrettage , Cylinders , Fracture (Materials) , Stress , Density , Pressure , Pressure vessels , Surface cracks , Fatigue life , Finite element analysis

Effects of Water Jet Peening and Hardening Treatment on Fatigue Properties of SCr420

Akira Shimamoto, Ryo Kubota, Sung-mo Yang, Dae-kue Choi, Weiping Jia

PVP 2009; 425-432https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77546

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View Articletitled, Effects of Water Jet Peening and Hardening Treatment on Fatigue Properties of SCr420

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Topics: Fatigue properties , Hardening , Shot peening , Water , Annealing , Quenching (Metalworking) , Stress , Fatigue life , Cavitation , Fatigue cracks

Crack Growth Under Thermal Fatigue Loading (Effect of Stress Gradient and Relaxation)

Masayuki Kamaya

PVP 2009; 433-440https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77547

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View Articletitled, Crack Growth Under Thermal Fatigue Loading (Effect of Stress Gradient and Relaxation)

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Topics: Fatigue , Fracture (Materials) , Relaxation (Physics) , Stress , Boundary-value problems , Design , Displacement , Finite element analysis , In-service inspection , Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers

Stress Evaluation Charts for Thermal Stratification Considering Heat Transfer Characteristics

Ichiro Furuhashi, Nobuchika Kawasaki, Naoto Kasahara

PVP 2009; 441-448https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77555

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View Articletitled, Stress Evaluation Charts for Thermal Stratification Considering Heat Transfer Characteristics

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Topics: Heat transfer , Stress , Thermal stratification , Temperature , Thermal stresses , Shells , Vessels , Design , Eigenfunctions , Finite element methods

Numerical Investigation of Flow Structure in Pipe Elbow With Large Eddy Simulation Approach

Masa-aki Tanaka, Hiroyuki Ohshima, Hideaki Monji

PVP 2009; 449-458https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77598

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View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Flow Structure in Pipe Elbow With Large Eddy Simulation Approach

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Large eddy simulation , Pipes , Computer simulation , Geometry , Simulation , Cooling systems , Evaluation methods , Heat conduction , Laminar flow

Reliability Estimation of a Natural Gas Pipeline With Surface Crack

O. S. Lee, H. M. Kim, D. H. Kim, H. B. Choi

PVP 2009; 459-466https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77607

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View Articletitled, Reliability Estimation of a Natural Gas Pipeline With Surface Crack

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Topics: Natural gas distribution , Reliability , Surface cracks , Fracture (Materials) , Stress , American Petroleum Institute , Failure , Hoop stress , Pipelines , Pressure

IAEA Coordinated Research Project on Master Curve Approach to Monitor Fracture Toughness of RPV Steels: Effect of Loading Rate

Hans-Werner Viehrig, Enrico Lucon, William L. Server

PVP 2009; 467-472https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77668

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View Articletitled, IAEA Coordinated Research Project on Master Curve Approach to Monitor Fracture Toughness of RPV Steels: Effect of Loading Rate

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Topics: Fracture toughness , Steel , ASTM International , Brittleness , Dynamic testing (Engineering) , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Pendulums

Analysis of Large-Scale Fracture Experiments Addressing the Behaviour of Sub-Clad Flaws in Reactor Pressure Vessel Steel

Philip Minnebo, Elena Paffumi, Nigel Taylor, Karl-Fredrik Nilsson, J. Palyza, V. Pistora

PVP 2009; 473-480https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77671

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View Articletitled, Analysis of Large-Scale Fracture Experiments Addressing the Behaviour of Sub-Clad Flaws in Reactor Pressure Vessel Steel

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Reactor vessels , Steel , Brittleness , Finite element analysis

Assessment of Overlapped Internal and External Volumetric Flaws in p-M Method

Shinji Konosu, Hikaru Miyata

PVP 2009; 481-488https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77679

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View Articletitled, Assessment of Overlapped Internal and External Volumetric Flaws in p-M Method

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Topics: Collapse , Cylinders , Fitness-for-service , Pipes , Pressure , Pressure vessels

Prestrain Influence on Fatigue Crack Propagation in a 304L Stainless Steel

Kokleang Vor, Catherine Gardin, Christine Sarrazin-Baudoux, Jean Petit, Claude Amzallag

PVP 2009; 489-498https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77723

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View Articletitled, Prestrain Influence on Fatigue Crack Propagation in a 304L Stainless Steel

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Topics: Fatigue cracks , Stainless steel , Fracture (Materials) , Crack propagation , Stress , Tension

Effects of Gaseous Hydrogen on Fatigue Crack Growth Behavior of Low Carbon Steel

Dongsun Lee, Hide-aki Nishikawa, Yasuji Oda, Hiroshi Noguchi

PVP 2009; 499-507https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77726

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View Articletitled, Effects of Gaseous Hydrogen on Fatigue Crack Growth Behavior of Low Carbon Steel

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Topics: Carbon steel , Fatigue cracks , Hydrogen , Fracture (Materials) , Nitrogen , Ductile fracture , Brittleness , Fatigue testing , Fractography , Pressure

Fatigue Design for Non-Welded Regions According to New European and American Pressure Vessel Standards

Franz Rauscher

PVP 2009; 509-516https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77741

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View Articletitled, Fatigue Design for Non-Welded Regions According to New European and American Pressure Vessel Standards

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Topics: Fatigue design , Pressure vessels , Design , Boilers

Effects of Weld Strength Mismatch on Estimation Procedures for J Fracture Parameter Using Clamped SE(T) Specimens

Gustavo H. B. Donato, Rodrigo Magnabosco, Claudio Ruggieri

PVP 2009; 517-526https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77761

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View Articletitled, Effects of Weld Strength Mismatch on Estimation Procedures for J Fracture Parameter Using Clamped SE(T) Specimens

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Stress , Displacement , Tension , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Plane strain , Structural steel , Testing , Welded joints

Use of Large Databases to Identify Trends in the Behavior of Ferritic Steels

Mark T. EricksonKirk, MarjorieAnn EricksonKirk, Charles Rose, Xian J. Zhang

PVP 2009; 527-536https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77788

Abstract

View Articletitled, Use of Large Databases to Identify Trends in the Behavior of Ferritic Steels

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Topics: Databases , Steel , Electromagnetic scattering , Alloys , Damage , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Fracture toughness , Hardening , Irradiation (Radiation exposure)

Evaluation of Improved Methods for Plant Data Validation in Automated Fatigue Monitoring

Elwyn Lyles Cranford, Mark A. Gray, Jamie L. Shychuck, Heinz Haegeli, Brigitte Blokker

PVP 2009; 537-542https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77826

Abstract

View Articletitled, Evaluation of Improved Methods for Plant Data Validation in Automated Fatigue Monitoring

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Topics: Fatigue , Algorithms , Computers , Monitoring systems , Errors , Nuclear power stations , Stress

Towards Modelling Intergranular Stress-Corrosion Cracks Using Experimentally Obtained Grain Topologies

I. Simonovski, L. Cizelj, T. J. Marrow, J. Quinta da Fonseca, A. King

PVP 2009; 543-550https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77883

Abstract

View Articletitled, Towards Modelling Intergranular Stress-Corrosion Cracks Using Experimentally Obtained Grain Topologies

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Modeling , Stress corrosion cracking , Finite element model , Damage , Anisotropy , Crystals , Elasticity , Energy generation , Plasticity

Fracture Performance Evaluation of Laser Beam Welded Joints Based on the Weibull Stress Criterion

Yasuhito Takashima, Mitsuru Ohata, Fumiyoshi Minami

PVP 2009; 551-556https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77956

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fracture Performance Evaluation of Laser Beam Welded Joints Based on the Weibull Stress Criterion

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Laser beams , Performance evaluation , Stress , Welded joints , Fracture toughness , Metals , Brittle fracture , Tension , Design

Fatigue Crack Initiation and Growth in Stainless Steel Pipe Welds

D. Green, R. D. Smith, J. P. Taggart, D. Beardsmore, S. Robinson

PVP 2009; 557-566https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77986

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fatigue Crack Initiation and Growth in Stainless Steel Pipe Welds

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Topics: Fatigue cracks , Pipes , Stainless steel , Welded joints , Fracture (Materials) , Temperature , Cycles , Water , Fatigue testing , Accounting

3D Modeling of Crack Arrest Experiment With a Local Approach

Anna Dahl, Dominique Moinereau, Clotilde Berdin, Yves Meziere

PVP 2009; 567-572https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78011

Abstract

View Articletitled, 3D Modeling of Crack Arrest Experiment With a Local Approach

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Three-dimensional modeling , Stress , Disks , Electromagnetic scattering , Thermal shock , Engineering simulation , Micromechanical devices , Shapes , Simulation

IAEA Coordinated Research Project on Master Curve Approach to Monitor Fracture Toughness of RPV Steels: Final Results of the Experimental Exercise to Support Constraint Effects

Randy K. Nanstad, Milan Brumovsky, Rogelio Herna´ndez Callejas, Ferenc Gillemot, Mikhail Korshunov, Bong Sang Lee, Enrico Lucon, Marc Scibetta, Philip Minnebo, Karl-Fredrik Nilsson, Naoki Miura, Kunio Onizawa, Tapio Planman, William Server, Brian Burgos, Marta Serrano, Hans-Werner Viehrig

PVP 2009; 573-585https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78022

Abstract

View Articletitled, IAEA Coordinated Research Project on Master Curve Approach to Monitor Fracture Toughness of RPV Steels: Final Results of the Experimental Exercise to Support Constraint Effects

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Topics: Fracture toughness , Steel , Carbon reinforced plastics , Temperature , Resolution (Optics) , Surveillance , ASTM International , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Modeling

Crack Growth Analysis in Alloy 82/182 Butt Weld by Using the Finite Element Alternating Method

Maan-Won Kim, Young-Jong Kim, Byoung Chul Kim

PVP 2009; 587-592https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78039

Abstract

View Articletitled, Crack Growth Analysis in Alloy 82/182 Butt Weld by Using the Finite Element Alternating Method

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Fracture (Materials) , Indium alloys , Alloys , Welded joints , Welding , Nozzles , Pressurized water reactors , Stress , Crack propagation

Analytical Modeling of Dynamic Crack Propagation in DCB Specimens

Amir Reza Shahani, Mohammad Reza Amini Fasakhodi

PVP 2009; 593-602https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78055

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analytical Modeling of Dynamic Crack Propagation in DCB Specimens

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Topics: Crack propagation , Fracture (Materials) , Modeling , Stress , Displacement , Shear deformation , Cantilever beams , Energy budget (Physics) , Equations of motion , Euler-Bernoulli beam theory

Effects of Surface Finish and Loading Conditions on the Low Cycle Fatigue Behavior of Austenitic Stainless Steel in PWR Environment for Various Strain Amplitude Levels

Jean Alain Le Duff, Andre´ Lefranc¸ois, Jean Philippe Vernot

PVP 2009; 603-610https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78129

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Surface Finish and Loading Conditions on the Low Cycle Fatigue Behavior of Austenitic Stainless Steel in PWR Environment for Various Strain Amplitude Levels

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Topics: Finishes , Low cycle fatigue , Pressurized water reactors , Stainless steel , Signals , Fatigue life , Polishing , Fatigue , Fatigue analysis , Thermal shock

Cyclic Behavior and Fatigue of Stainless Surge Line Material

Jussi Solin, Gerhard Nagel, Wolfgang Mayinger

PVP 2009; 611-619https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78138

Abstract

View Articletitled, Cyclic Behavior and Fatigue of Stainless Surge Line Material

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Topics: Fatigue , Surges , Cycles , Alloys , Boiling water reactors , Design , Electromagnetic scattering , Endurance limit , Fatigue testing , High cycle fatigue

Inelastic, Nonlinear Analysis, and Limit Load Analysis

Probabilistic Models to Approximate Highly Repetitive Linear and Nonlinear Finite Element Analyses of Nuclear Components

Dan Vlaicu, Mike Stojakovic

PVP 2009; 625-634https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77220

Abstract

View Articletitled, Probabilistic Models to Approximate Highly Repetitive Linear and Nonlinear Finite Element Analyses of Nuclear Components

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Design , Materials properties , Stress , Algorithms , Approximation , Artificial neural networks , Corrosion , Dimensions , Elastic analysis

Numerical Evaluation of Ratchetting Effects on the Deformation and Failure Behaviour of Components

Eberhard Roos, Xaver Schuler, Ludwig Stumpfrock

PVP 2009; 635-644https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77245

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Evaluation of Ratchetting Effects on the Deformation and Failure Behaviour of Components

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Topics: Cylinders , Databases , Deformation , Failure , Finite element analysis , Safety , Simulation , Stress

Study on Collapse Characteristics of Cylinder-to-Cylinder Intersections by Inelastic Finite Element Analysis

Shunji Kataoka, Asako Miyakawa, Takuya Sato

PVP 2009; 645-650https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77277

Abstract

View Articletitled, Study on Collapse Characteristics of Cylinder-to-Cylinder Intersections by Inelastic Finite Element Analysis

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Topics: Collapse , Cylinders , Finite element analysis , Stress , Pressure , Membranes , Elastic analysis , Inelastic analysis , Pipes

Shakedown Analysis of Axisymmetric Nozzles Under Primary and Secondary Cyclic Loads

Dan Vlaicu

PVP 2009; 651-658https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77343

Abstract

View Articletitled, Shakedown Analysis of Axisymmetric Nozzles Under Primary and Secondary Cyclic Loads

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Topics: Nozzles , Stress , Materials properties , Dimensions , Finite element analysis , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Pressure , Theorems (Mathematics)

Comparison of Pipe Bend Ratchetting/Shakedown Test Results With the Shakedown Boundary Determined via a Simplified Technique

Hany F. Abdalla, Mohammad M. Megahed, Maher Y. A. Younan

PVP 2009; 659-666https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77403

Abstract

View Articletitled, Comparison of Pipe Bend Ratchetting/Shakedown Test Results With the Shakedown Boundary Determined via a Simplified Technique

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Topics: Pipe bends , Pressure , Performance , Testing , Carbon , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis , Hardening , Kinematics , Simulation

Prevention of Transformer Tank Explosion: Part 3—Design of Efficient Protections Using Numerical Simulations

Ryan Brady, Sebastien Muller, Margareta Petrovan-Boiarciuc, Guillaume Perigaud, Benjamin Landis

PVP 2009; 667-675https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77413

Abstract

View Articletitled, Prevention of Transformer Tank Explosion: Part 3—Design of Efficient Protections Using Numerical Simulations

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Topics: Computer simulation , Design , Explosions , Pressure , Pressure vessels , Rupture , ASME Standards , Bubbles , Chain , Computer software

Analysis of Spacer Grid Spring Load-Deflection Characteristic for PWR Fuel Assembly

Kyong-Bo Eom, Joon-Kyoo Park, Kyoung-Joo Kim, Jung-Min Suh, Kyeong-Lak Jeon

PVP 2009; 677-683https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77687

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Spacer Grid Spring Load-Deflection Characteristic for PWR Fuel Assembly

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Topics: Deflection , Fuels , Manufacturing , Pressurized water reactors , Springs , Stress , Finite element methods , Mechanical testing , Metal stamping , Boundary-value problems

A Means of Avoiding Sulfur Recovery Reaction Furnace Fired Tube Boiler Failures

Mike Porter, Dennis Martens, Sean McGuffie, John Wheeler

PVP 2009; 685-696https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78073

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Means of Avoiding Sulfur Recovery Reaction Furnace Fired Tube Boiler Failures

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Topics: Boilers , Failure , Furnaces , Sulfur , Steam , Computational fluid dynamics , Heat flux , Ceramics , Film boiling , Waste heat

A Comparison of Failure Load Assessment Methods for Thin-Walled Tubes With Cracks

Hyun Su Kim, Chang Kyun Oh, Tae Eun Jin

PVP 2009; 697-702https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78142

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Comparison of Failure Load Assessment Methods for Thin-Walled Tubes With Cracks

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Topics: Failure , Fracture (Materials) , Stress , Heat exchangers , Failure mechanisms , Finite element analysis , Analytical methods , ASME Standards , Collapse , Inspection

Composite Materials and Structures

The Damage of a Plunger Operating in Carbamide Environment

Frantisˇek Zaha´lka, Sˇa´rka Houdkova´, Michaela Kasˇparova´

PVP 2009; 705-711https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77303

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Damage of a Plunger Operating in Carbamide Environment

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Topics: Damage , Coatings , Wear , Corrosion , High temperature , Industrial spraying equipment , Metal spraying , Particulate matter , Plasma spraying , Reliability

Influence of Symmetrical Boundary Conditions on Free Vibration of Functionally Graded Cylindrical Shells With Ring Support

M. R. Isvandzibaei, M. M. Najafizadeh, P. Khazaeinejad

PVP 2009; 713-721https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77452

Abstract

View Articletitled, Influence of Symmetrical Boundary Conditions on Free Vibration of Functionally Graded Cylindrical Shells With Ring Support

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Free vibrations , Pipes , Symmetry (Physics) , Shells , Deflection , Equations of motion , Functionally graded materials , Hamilton's principle , Materials properties

Microstructure and Properties of the Composites: Hydroxyapatite With Addition of Zirconium Phase

Agata Dudek, Adam Tokarz

PVP 2009; 723-728https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77696

Abstract

View Articletitled, Microstructure and Properties of the Composites: Hydroxyapatite With Addition of Zirconium Phase

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Topics: Composite materials , Zirconium , Biotechnology , Ceramic composites , Coatings , Porosity , Solid solutions , Yttrium

Structural Health Monitoring Using Embedded Metal Filaments in Polymer Composite Piping

Pierre Mertiny, Christian Hansen, Jens Kotlarski

PVP 2009; 729-736https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77983

Abstract

View Articletitled, Structural Health Monitoring Using Embedded Metal Filaments in Polymer Composite Piping

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Topics: Metal fibers , Pipes , Polymer composites , Structural health monitoring

Buckling and Structural Reliability Analysis

Assessment of the Integrity of the Channel Shelter of the Experimental Nuclear Reactor LVR 15

Miroslav Svrcek, Ivan Krasny, Jan Lestina

PVP 2009; 739-744https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77306

Abstract

View Articletitled, Assessment of the Integrity of the Channel Shelter of the Experimental Nuclear Reactor LVR 15

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Topics: Absorption , Fracture (Materials) , Neutrons , Nuclear reactors , Nuclear research , Stability , Water

Postbuckling Analyses of Elastic Cylindrical Shells Under Axial Compression

Takaya Kobayashi, Yasuko Mihara

PVP 2009; 745-754https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77350

Abstract

View Articletitled, Postbuckling Analyses of Elastic Cylindrical Shells Under Axial Compression

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Topics: Compression , Pipes , Buckling , Stress , Circular cylindrical shells , Damping , Design , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Lightweight structures

On the Buckling of Functionally Graded Cylindrical Shells Under Combined External Pressure and Axial Compression

P. Khazaeinejad, M. M. Najafizadeh, J. Jenabi, M. R. Isvandzibaei

PVP 2009; 755-762https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77453

Abstract

View Articletitled, On the Buckling of Functionally Graded Cylindrical Shells Under Combined External Pressure and Axial Compression

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Topics: Buckling , Compression , External pressure , Pipes , Stress , Functionally graded materials , Stability , Circular cylindrical shells , Equilibrium (Physics) , Pressure

Nonlinear Stability Analysis of the Vaulted Roofs With Corrosion Defects of Oil Storage Tank

Baosheng Dong, Xinwei Zhao, Hongda Chen, Jinheng Luo, Zhixin Chen, Hua Zhang, Guangli Zhang, Lingkang Ji, Yi Zhang

PVP 2009; 763-767https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77527

Abstract

View Articletitled, Nonlinear Stability Analysis of the Vaulted Roofs With Corrosion Defects of Oil Storage Tank

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Topics: Corrosion , Roofs , Shallow spherical shells , Stability , Storage tanks

Modal Techniques for Remote Identification of Nonlinear Reactions at Gap-Supported Tubes Under Turbulent Excitation

Xavier Delaune, Jose´ Antunes, Vincent Debut, Philippe Piteau, Laurent Borsoi

PVP 2009; 769-781https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77777

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modal Techniques for Remote Identification of Nonlinear Reactions at Gap-Supported Tubes Under Turbulent Excitation

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Topics: Excitation , Turbulence , Computation , Flow (Dynamics) , Noise (Sound) , Computer simulation , Errors , Inverse problems , Modeling , Transducers

The Buckling of Fuel Rods Under Inertia Loading

Gordon S. Bjorkman, Jr.

PVP 2009; 783-787https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77795

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Buckling of Fuel Rods Under Inertia Loading

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Topics: Buckling , Fuel rods , Inertia (Mechanics) , Cladding systems (Building) , Fuels , Stress , Displacement , Weight (Mass) , Geometry , Spent nuclear fuels

The Effect of Gaps on the Impact Response of a Cask Closure Lid

Gordon S. Bjorkman, Jr.

PVP 2009; 789-794https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77800

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Effect of Gaps on the Impact Response of a Cask Closure Lid

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Topics: Cushioning materials , Dynamic models , Elasticity , Finite element analysis , Fuels , Leakage , Spent nuclear fuels , Stiffness , Stress , Transportation systems

Buckling of Thin-Walled Long Steel Cylinders Under Bending

Sotiria Houliara, Spyros A. Karamanos

PVP 2009; 795-806https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77979

Abstract

View Articletitled, Buckling of Thin-Walled Long Steel Cylinders Under Bending

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Topics: Buckling , Cylinders , Steel , Bifurcation , Design , Compression , Finite element analysis , Shells , Stability

Effect of Pressurization on the Buckling Behavior of Thin-Walled Cylinders Under Bending Load

Ali Limam, Ce´dric Mathon

PVP 2009; 807-816https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78090

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Pressurization on the Buckling Behavior of Thin-Walled Cylinders Under Bending Load

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Topics: Buckling , Cylinders , Stress , Pressure , Compression , Design , Pipes , Plasticity

Thermal Stresses in Vessels, Piping, and Components

Through Wall Cracking in High Temperature Rotary Cooler

James Frith, Robert Frith

PVP 2009; 819-826https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77013

Abstract

View Articletitled, Through Wall Cracking in High Temperature Rotary Cooler

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Topics: Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , High temperature , Design , Corrosion , Fatigue cracks , Stress , Water , Explosions , Fracture (Materials)

Inverse Analysis of Thermal States From Transient Histories With Nonlinear Thermophysical Properties

D. Engels, A. E. Segall, C. Drapaca

PVP 2009; 827-830https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77049

Abstract

View Articletitled, Inverse Analysis of Thermal States From Transient Histories With Nonlinear Thermophysical Properties

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Errors , Excitation , Finite element analysis , Polynomials , Simulation , Temperature , Temperature effects , Thermal conductivity , Thermal shock

Multiphysics Inverse Analysis Method for Reducing Transient Thermal Stress in a Thick-Walled Pipe

Takuya Ishizaka, Shiro Kubo, Seiji Ioka

PVP 2009; 831-837https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77588

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multiphysics Inverse Analysis Method for Reducing Transient Thermal Stress in a Thick-Walled Pipe

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Topics: Pipes , Thermal stresses , Transients (Dynamics) , Temperature , Stress , Temperature distribution , Deformation , Design , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics)

Fatigue Studies of Stainless Steel Pipes Subject to High Cycle Domain Sinusoidal Thermal Loads

Elena Paffumi, Vasile Radu, Karl-Fredrik Nilsson, Nigel Taylor

PVP 2009; 839-847https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77643

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fatigue Studies of Stainless Steel Pipes Subject to High Cycle Domain Sinusoidal Thermal Loads

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Topics: Cycles , Fatigue , Pipes , Stainless steel , Stress , Fracture (Materials) , Temperature , Coolants , Fatigue cracks , Geometry

Stress and Fatigue Analysis Considering Thermal Stratification With the THERMAXS Code

Adama Diaby, Michel De Smet

PVP 2009; 849-853https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77912

Abstract

View Articletitled, Stress and Fatigue Analysis Considering Thermal Stratification With the THERMAXS Code

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Topics: Fatigue analysis , Stress , Thermal stratification , Feedwater , Boilers , Nozzles , Transients (Dynamics) , Design , Nuclear power stations , Computers

Elevated Temperature Design

Extension of Fatigue Exemption Rules in Section VIII, Div 2 Slightly Into the Creep Regime

Charles Becht, IV, Charles Becht, V

PVP 2009; 857-863https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77002

Abstract

View Articletitled, Extension of Fatigue Exemption Rules in Section VIII, Div 2 Slightly Into the Creep Regime

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Topics: Creep , Fatigue , Alloys , Construction , Fatigue analysis , Fatigue design , Stress , Temperature , Vessels

A New Approach of Reliability Design for Creep Rupture Property

Jie Zhao, Dong-ming Li, Yuan-yuan Fang, Shi-jie Zhu

PVP 2009; 865-873https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77149

Abstract

View Articletitled, A New Approach of Reliability Design for Creep Rupture Property

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Topics: Creep , Design , Reliability , Rupture , Stress , Temperature , Electromagnetic scattering , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Gaussian distribution

Elevated Temperature Shakedown Concepts

Charles Becht, IV

PVP 2009; 875-880https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-78067

Abstract

View Articletitled, Elevated Temperature Shakedown Concepts

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Topics: Temperature , Creep , Fatigue design

Design and Analysis of Bolted Joints

3D FE Analysis for Two-Gasket Sealing Structure Considering Hysteresis Effect of Gasket Material Under Pre-Tightening and Pressurized Loads

Zhenyu Ding, Lihua Liang, Zengliang Gao

PVP 2009; 883-888https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77152

Abstract

View Articletitled, 3D FE Analysis for Two-Gasket Sealing Structure Considering Hysteresis Effect of Gasket Material Under Pre-Tightening and Pressurized Loads

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Gaskets , Sealing (Process) , Stress

Dynamical and Thermal Testing of a FW Panel Attachment System for the ITER Vessel

Jaroslav Va´clavi´k, Vladislav Oliva, Alesˇ Materna, Patrick Lorenzetto

PVP 2009; 889-898https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77276

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamical and Thermal Testing of a FW Panel Attachment System for the ITER Vessel

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Bolted joints , Cycles , Damage , Deformation , Design , Fatigue , Fusion reactors , Industrial research , Keyseats

The Effect of Transient Operation on Gasket Contact Pressure in Steam Generator Primary Side Obround Manway

Nick Idvorian, Nansheng Sun

PVP 2009; 899-907https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77308

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Effect of Transient Operation on Gasket Contact Pressure in Steam Generator Primary Side Obround Manway

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Topics: Boilers , Gaskets , Pressure , Transients (Dynamics) , Design , Finite element analysis , Heat , Leakage , Nuclear power stations , Plates (structures)

Finite Element Analysis of the Fatigue Strength of Threaded Fasteners Using Helical Thread Models

Toshimichi Fukuoka, Masataka Nomura, Takashi Fuchikami

PVP 2009; 909-915https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77340

Abstract

View Articletitled, Finite Element Analysis of the Fatigue Strength of Threaded Fasteners Using Helical Thread Models

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Topics: Fasteners , Fatigue strength , Finite element analysis , Thread , Fatigue failure , Stress , Bolted joints , Geometry , Accidents , Computer simulation

Evaluation of Sealing Performance of Pipe Flange Connection Subjected to External Bending Moments

Yoshio Takagi, Hiroyasu Torii, Toshiyuki Sawa, Kensuke Funada

PVP 2009; 917-923https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77494

Abstract

View Articletitled, Evaluation of Sealing Performance of Pipe Flange Connection Subjected to External Bending Moments

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Topics: Flange connections , Pipes , Sealing (Process) , Stress , Gaskets , Compression , Flanges , Leakage , Tension , Design

Deformation Characteristics of Pipe Flanges Due to Bolt Loads and Internal Pressure

Takashi Kobayashi, Kota Hamano, Tsutomu Kikuchi, Toshiyuki Sawa, Satoshi Nagata

PVP 2009; 925-932https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77638

Abstract

View Articletitled, Deformation Characteristics of Pipe Flanges Due to Bolt Loads and Internal Pressure

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Topics: Deformation , Flanges , Pipes , Pressure , Stress , Computer software , Design , Flange connections , Finite element methods , Databases

Procedure to Guarantee Tightness of Bolted Flange Connections of Floating Type With Two Gaskets

Lubomir Junek, Jaroslav Bartonicek, Milan Vrana

PVP 2009; 933-939https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77759

Abstract

View Articletitled, Procedure to Guarantee Tightness of Bolted Flange Connections of Floating Type With Two Gaskets

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Topics: Bolted flanges , Gaskets , Stress , Deformation , Manufacturing , Design , Pressure , Relaxation (Physics) , Dimensions , Elongation

Performance of a Gasketed Bolted Flange Joint Under Combined Structural and Thermal Transient Loading (Taking Bolt Scatter Into Consideration): FEA Approach

Muhammad Abid, Kamran Ahmed Khan, Javed Ahmad Chattha

PVP 2009; 941-950https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77891

Abstract

View Articletitled, Performance of a Gasketed Bolted Flange Joint Under Combined Structural and Thermal Transient Loading (Taking Bolt Scatter Into Consideration): FEA Approach

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Topics: Bolted flanges , Electromagnetic scattering , Finite element analysis , Sealing (Process) , Transients (Dynamics)

Structural Integrity of Welded Components

A Creep Crack Growth Study of a Low Alloy Butt Weld Subject to Internal Pressure and System Moments Using R5 Assessment Procedures

Jinhua Shi

PVP 2009; 953-958https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77063

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Creep Crack Growth Study of a Low Alloy Butt Weld Subject to Internal Pressure and System Moments Using R5 Assessment Procedures

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Topics: Alloys , Creep , Fracture (Materials) , Pressure , Welded joints , Decision making , Energy generation , High temperature , Nuclear power stations , Safety

Weld Residual Stress Predictions in Reactor Vessel Head Penetrations: FE Simulation

Anne Teughels, Rodolfo L. M. Suanno, Christian Malekian, Lucio D. B. Ferrari

PVP 2009; 959-971https://doi.org/10.1115/PVP2009-77126

Abstract

View Articletitled, Weld Residual Stress Predictions in Reactor Vessel Head Penetrations: FE Simulation

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Topics: Reactor vessels , Simulation , Stress , Alloys , Vessels , Welding , Transients (Dynamics) , Cracking (Materials) , Finite element analysis , Finite element model