Pipe stress on a pipeline
Pipe stress on a pipeline
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I have a small project that ties into an underground pipeline. The pipe will be at ambient temperature, so do I need to do a pipe stress analysis? I know how to analyze buried pipe, I just need to know whether it needs to be done here. Other information - the pipe will be connecting to a booster pump and a launcher/receiver, but I would think that the stresses on the nozzles will be fine as long as the pipe is well-supported.





RE: Pipe stress on a pipeline
-10F. The 100 degree difference could leave you with enough tension to rip that nozzle off, or at least pull the pump out of alignment.
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RE: Pipe stress on a pipeline
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"The problem isn't working out the equation,
its finding the answer to the real question." BigInch
http://virtualpipeline.spaces.live.com/
RE: Pipe stress on a pipeline
RE: Pipe stress on a pipeline
Pumps allowable loads don't leave much of a choice.
You must be absolutely sure that there is enough flexibility to keep those forces low low low.
If you can't see it, run it.
On the other hand, I wouldn't worry all that much about stresses on the launcher. The launcher will probably move and aleviate them. Movement may be another story. I like to put launchers on skids using slots for the anchor bolts and let them move as much as I can.
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"The problem isn't working out the equation,
its finding the answer to the real question." BigInch
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