Elastic-Plastic Analysis of an Elbow With Axial Part-Through Internal Crack at Crown Under In-Plane Bending

2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. M. Prabhakaran ◽  
S. R. Bhate ◽  
V. Bhasin ◽  
A. K. Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Internal Crack ◽  
J Integral ◽  
Finite Element Analyses ◽  
Integrity Assessment ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Axial Part ◽  
Plane Bending

Piping elbows under bending moment are vulnerable to cracking at crown. The structural integrity assessment requires evaluation of J-integral. The J-integral values for elbows with axial part-through internal crack at crown under in-plane bending moment are limited in open literature. This paper presents the J-integral results of a thick and thin, 90-degree, long radius elbow subjected to in-plane opening bending moment based on number of finite element analyses covering different crack configurations. The non-linear elastic-plastic finite element analyses were performed using WARP3D software. Both geometrical and material nonlinearity were considered in the study. The geometry considered were for Rm/t = 5, and 12 with ratio of crack depth to wall thickness, a/t = 0.15, 0.25, 0.5 and 0.75 and ratio of crack length to crack depth, 2c/a = 6, 8, 10 and 12.

J-R Curves From Through-Wall Cracked Elbow Subjected to In-Plane Bending Moment

2003 ◽  
Vol 125 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-45 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Chattopadhyay ◽  
T. V. Pavankumar ◽  
B. K. Dutta ◽  
H. S. Kushwaha
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Limit Load ◽  
J Integral ◽  
Finite Element Analyses ◽  
Plane Bending

The evaluation of J-integral from experimental data requires the ηpl and γ functions. However, these functions are available for limited geometry in the literature. In this paper, limit-load-based general expressions of ηpl and γ functions have been derived. These general expressions are then utilized to derive the ηpl and γ functions for through-wall circumferentially/axially cracked elbows under in-plane bending moment which are not available in the literature. The functions are then applied to generate J-R curves from fracture experiments of elbows. Finite element analyses of the tested elbows are also described in the paper.

A Study on Effect of Shape Irregularities on Collapse Loads of Pipe Bends with Critical Circumferential Throughwall Crack under In-Plane Closing Bending

2014 ◽  
Vol 592-594 ◽  
pp. 980-984
Author(s):  
Sumesh Sasidharan ◽  
Arunachalam R. Veerappan ◽  
Subramaniam Shanmugam
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Detrimental Effect ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Collapse Load ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Circumferential Crack ◽  
Plane Bending

The presence of thorough wall circumferential cracks has a detrimental effect on collapse load of elbows. The existing theoretical solutions do not correctly quantify the weakening effect due to the presence of the circumferential through wall crack in shape imperfect pipe bends. The present study has been done to investigate the effect of ovality and thinning on the collapse moment of 90° elbow with critical throughwall circumferential crack under in-plane bending moment using elastic-plastic finite element analysis considering large geometry change.

Development of J-Integral Solutions for Semi-Elliptical Circumferential Cracked Pipes Subjected to Internal Pressure and Bending Moment

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Makoto Udagawa ◽  
Jinya Katsuyama ◽  
Yoshihito Yamaguchi ◽  
Yinsheng Li ◽  
Kunio Onizawa
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Loading Condition ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
J Integral ◽  
Surface Cracks ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Piping Systems ◽  
Integral Solutions

The J-integral solutions for cracked pipes are important in crack growth calculation and failure evaluation based on the elastic-plastic fracture mechanics. One of the most important crack types in structural integrity assessment for nuclear piping systems is circumferential semi-elliptical surface crack on the inside of the pipes. Although several J-integral solutions have been provided, no solutions were developed at both the deepest and the surface points of circumferential semi-elliptical surface cracks in pipes. In this study, with backgrounds described above, the J-integral solutions of circumferential semi-elliptical surface cracks on the inside of the pipe were developed by numerical finite element analyses. Three dimensional elastic-plastic analyses were performed considering different material properties, pipe sizes, crack dimensions and, especially, combined loading condition of internal pressure and bending moment which is a typical loading condition for nuclear piping systems. The J values at both the deepest and the surface points were extracted from finite element analysis results. Moreover, in order to benefit users in practical applications, a pair of convenient J-integral estimation equations were developed based on the calculated J values at the deepest and the surface points. Finally, the accuracy and applicability of the convenient equations were confirmed by comparing with the provided stress intensity factor solutions in elastic region and with finite element analysis results in elastic-plastic region.

J-Integral Analysis of Surface Cracks in Round Bars under Bending Moments

2011 ◽  
Vol 52-54 ◽  
pp. 43-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Al Emran Ismail ◽  
Ahmad Kamal Ariffin ◽  
Shahrum Abdullah ◽  
Mariyam Jameelah Ghazali ◽  
Ruslizam Daud
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Crack Tip ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Limit Load ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Surface Cracks ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Reference Stress ◽  
Proposed Model

This paper presents a non-linear numerical investigation of surface cracks in round bars under bending moment by using ANSYS finite element analysis (FEA). Due to the symmetrical analysis, only quarter finite element (FE) model was constructed and special attention was given at the crack tip of the cracks. The surface cracks were characterized by the dimensionless crack aspect ratio, a/b = 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2, while the dimensionless relative crack depth, a/D = 0.1, 0.2 and 0.3. The square-root singularity of stresses and strains was modeled by shifting the mid-point nodes to the quarter-point locations close to the crack tip. The proposed model was validated with the existing model before any further analysis. The elastic-plastic analysis under remotely applied bending moment was assumed to follow the Ramberg-Osgood relation with n = 5 and 10. J values were determined for all positions along the crack front and then, the limit load was predicted using the J values obtained from FEA through the reference stress method.

scholarly journals Stress Distribution Analysis of DKDT Tubular Joint in a Minimum Offshore Structure

Rekayasa ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 191-199
Author(s):  
Irma Noviyanti ◽  
Rudi Walujo Prastianto ◽  
Murdjito Murdjito
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Axial Force ◽  
Oil And Gas ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Tubular Joint ◽  
Plane Bending ◽  
Intersection Line ◽  
Marginal Field

A marginal field defines as an oil and/or gas field that has a short production period, low proven reservoir, and could not be exploited using existing technology. As the demand for oil and gas keeps increasing, one of the solutions to tackle the issues is to build the modified platform which came to be more minimalist to conduct the oil and gas production in the marginal field. Naturally, the minimum offshore structures are cost less but low in redundancy, therefore, pose more risks. Although the study on the minimum structures is still uncommon, there are opportunities to find innovative systems that need to have a further analysis toward such invention. Therefore, this study took the modified jacket platform as a minimum structure, and local stresses analysis by using finite element method is applied for the most critical tubular joint with multiplanarity of the joint is taking into account. The analysis was carried out using the finite element program of Salome Meca with three-dimensional solid elements are used to model the multiplanar joint. Various loading types of axial force, in-plane bending moment, and out-of-plane bending moment are applied respectively to investigate the stress distribution along the brace-chord intersection line of the tubular joint. The results show that the hotspot stress occurred at a different point along each brace-chord intersection line for each loading type. Finally, as compared to the in-plane bending moment or out-of-plane bending moment loading types, the axial force loading state is thought to generate greater hotspot stress.

Effect of Load Angle on Limit Load of Polyethylene Miter Pipe Bends

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tarek M. A. A. EL-Bagory ◽  
Maher Y. A. Younan ◽  
Hossam E. M. Sallam ◽  
Lotfi A. Abdel-Latif
Keyword(s):  
Crack Depth ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Limit Load ◽  
Factor H ◽  
Pipe Bend ◽  
Combined Load ◽  
Specific Loading ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Plane Bending ◽  
Load Angle

The aim of this paper is to investigate the effect crack depth a/W = 0 to 0.4 and load angle (30°,45°,and 60°) on the limit load of miter pipe bends (MPB) under out-of-plane bending moment with a crosshead speed 500 mm/min. The geometry of cracked and uncracked multi miter pipe bends are: bend angle, α = 90°, pipe bend factor, h = 0.844, standard dimension ratio, SDR = 11, and three junctions, m = 3. The material of the investigated pipe is a high-density polyethylene (HDPE), which is applied in natural gas piping systems. Butt-fusion welding is used to produce the welds in the miter pipe bends. An artificial crack is produced by a special cracking device. The crack is located at the crown side of the miter pipe bend, such that the crack is collinear with the direction of the applied load. The crack depth ratio, a/W = 0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3 and 0.4 for out-of-plane bending moment “i.e. loading angle φ = 0°”. For each out-of-plane bending moment and all closing and opening load angles the limit load is obtained by the tangent intersection method (TI) from the load deflection curves produced by the specially designed and constructed testing machine at the laboratory. For each out-of-plane bending moment case, the experimental results reveals that increasing crack depth leads to a decrease in the stiffness and limit load of MPB. In case of combined load (out-of-plane and in-plane opening; mode) higher load angles lead to an increase in the limit load. The highest limit load value appears at a loading angle equal, φ = 60°. In case of combined load (out-of-plane and in-plane closing; mode) the limit load decreases upon increasing the load angle. On the other hand, higher limit load values take place at a specific loading angle equal φ = 30°. For combined load opening case; higher values of limit load are obtained. Contrarily, lower values are obtained in the closing case.

Effects of Torsion on Equivalent Bending Moment for Limit Load and EPFM Circumferential Pipe Flaw Evaluations

2012 ◽  
Vol 134 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Phuong H. Hoang ◽  
Kunio Hasegawa ◽  
Bostjan Bezensek ◽  
Yinsheng Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Pressure Vessel ◽  
Large Strain ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Limit Load ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Plastic Materials ◽  
Weighted Factor ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic

The circumferential flaw evaluation procedures in ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section XI nonmandatory Appendix C are currently limited to straight pipes under pressure and bending loads without consideration of torsion loading. The Working Group on Pipe Flaw Evaluation of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code is developing guidance for considering the effects of torsion by a mean of an equivalent bending moment, which is a square root of sum square combination of bending moment and torsion load with a weighted factor for torsion moment. A torsion weighted factor, Ce, is established in this paper using large strain finite element limit load analysis with elastic perfectly plastic materials. Planar flaws and nonplanar flaws in a 10.75 in. (273 mm) OD pipe are investigated. Additionally, a finite element J-integral calculation is performed for a planar through wall circumferential flaw with elastic plastic materials subjected to bending and torsion load combinations. The proposed Ce factor for planar flaws is intended for use with the ASME B&PV Code Section XI, Appendix C for limit load and Elastic Plastic Fracture Mechanics (EPFM) circumferential planar flaw evaluations.

Finite Element Fracture Mechanics Study of Pre-Northridge Connections

2006 ◽  
Vol 324-325 ◽  
pp. 1007-1010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hong Bo Liu ◽  
Chang Hai Zhai ◽  
Yong Song Shao ◽  
Li Li Xie
Keyword(s):  
Stress Intensity Factor ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Intensity ◽  
Intensity Factor ◽  
Fracture Behavior ◽  
Integral Approach ◽  
J Integral ◽  
Finite Element Analyses ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Weld Root

The objective was to quantify the variation of stress intensity factor to weld root flaw sizes in steel frame connections. Finite-element analyses were used to study fracture toughness in welded beam-column connections. Investigations of fracture behavior mainly focused on the standard pre-Northridge connection geometry. Finite element analysis was performed using the ANSYS computer program. Stress intensity factor was calculated through a J-integral approach. Results show that stress intensity factor is not uniform and is largest in the middle of beam flange. Stress intensity factor increases nearly linear with the increase of flaw size. Backing bars have little effect on weld fractures.

Computer-Aided Reliability Finite Element Methods

1991 ◽  
Vol 34 (5) ◽  
pp. 46-52
Author(s):  
David Followell ◽  
Salvatore Liguore ◽  
Rigo Perez ◽  
W. Yates ◽  
William Bocchi
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Relaxation ◽  
Finite Element Methods ◽  
Mesh Generation ◽  
Electronic Equipment ◽  
Finite Element Analyses ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Computer Aided

Finite element analyses (FEA) have emerged as a process for assessing stresses and strains in electronic equipment in order to compute the expected structural life. However, potential pitfalls may compromise accuracy. Guidelines have been established to improve the accuracy of these results. A method has been outlined that allows simplified linear FEAs to be used instead of the more complex elastic-plastic nonlinear FEA. Guidelines for mesh generation have been established to eliminate arithmetic errors caused when materials with large stiffness differences are adjacent to each other. The accuracy of FEAs when dealing with very small dimensions has been verified. Procedures for combining various loadings in order to predict life have been established for materials that exhibit stress relaxation and for those that do not. With these guidelines, FEAs can be an effective tool to predict the structural life of electronic equipment.

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