Volume 134 Issue 6 | J. Pressure Vessel Technol.

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Design and Analysis

Experimental Demonstration of Shakedown in a Vessel Submitted to Impulsive Loading

B. Simoens, M. H. Lefebvre, R. E. Nickell, F. Minami

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061201. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4003824

Abstract

View articletitled, Experimental Demonstration of Shakedown in a Vessel Submitted to Impulsive Loading

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Topics: Ductility , Explosions , Vessels , Stress

Universal Weight Function Consistent Method to Fit Polynomial Stress Distribution for Calculation of Stress Intensity Factor

Douglas A. Scarth, Steven X. Xu

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061204. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006557

Abstract

View articletitled, Universal Weight Function Consistent Method to Fit Polynomial Stress Distribution for Calculation of Stress Intensity Factor

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Polynomials , Stress , Stress concentration , Weight (Mass) , Fittings

Weld Residual Stress Analysis and the Effects of Structural Overlay on Various Nuclear Power Plant Nozzles

Tao Zhang, Frederick W. Brust, Gery Wilkowski, Chin-Cheng Huang, Ru-Feng Liu, Sam Ranganath, Lihua Wang, Yao Long Tsai

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061205. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006558

Abstract

View articletitled, Weld Residual Stress Analysis and the Effects of Structural Overlay on Various Nuclear Power Plant Nozzles

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Topics: Nozzles , Stress , Overlays (Materials engineering) , Surges , Sprays , Safety

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

Phuong H. Hoang, Kunio Hasegawa, Bostjan Bezensek, Yinsheng Li

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061206. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006559

Abstract

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

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Topics: Pipes , Pressure , Stress , Torsion , Shear stress

Determination of CANDU End Fitting Jacking Limits Using Elastic–Plastic Finite Element Analysis

Bing Li, David McNeish, Seyun Eom, Dk Vijay, Si-tsai Lin, Jian Li

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061208. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006120

Abstract

View articletitled, Determination of CANDU End Fitting Jacking Limits Using Elastic–Plastic Finite Element Analysis

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Fittings , Pressure , Fatigue , Stress , Cycles

An Analytical Solution of Residual Stresses for Shrink-Fit Two-Layer Cylinders After Autofrettage Based on Actual Material Behavior

Yuan Gexia, Liu Hongzhao

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061209. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006121

Abstract

View articletitled, An Analytical Solution of Residual Stresses for Shrink-Fit Two-Layer Cylinders After Autofrettage Based on Actual Material Behavior

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Topics: Autofrettage , Cylinders , Pressure , Stress , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Residual stresses

The Effect of Material Models on Elastic Follow-Up

James T. Boyle

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061210. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006127

Abstract

View articletitled, The Effect of Material Models on Elastic Follow-Up

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Topics: Creep , Pipes , Stress

Research Papers

Design and Analysis

Dynamic Analysis of Heterogeneous Pressure Vessels Subjected to Thermomechanical Loads

F. Alisafaei, R. Ansari

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061202. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007029

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View articletitled, Dynamic Analysis of Heterogeneous Pressure Vessels Subjected to Thermomechanical Loads

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Topics: Cylinders , Pressure vessels , Stress , Thermomechanics , Pressure , Materials properties

On the Use of Theory of Rings on Nonlinear Elastic Foundation to Study the Effect of Bolt Spacing in Bolted Flange Joints

Tan Dan Do, Abdel-Hakim Bouzid, Thien-My Dao

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061203. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007030

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Use of Theory of Rings on Nonlinear Elastic Foundation to Study the Effect of Bolt Spacing in Bolted Flange Joints

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Topics: Bolted flanges , Flanges , Gaskets , Stress , Displacement

Prediction Method for Plastic Collapse of Circumferentially Cracked Pipes Subjected to Combined Bending and Torsion Moments

Yinsheng Li, Kunio Hasegawa, Phuong H. Hoang, Bostjan Bezensek

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061207. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007032

Abstract

View articletitled, Prediction Method for Plastic Collapse of Circumferentially Cracked Pipes Subjected to Combined Bending and Torsion Moments

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Topics: Collapse , Finite element analysis , Pipes , Torsion , Failure , Pressure

Simultaneous Optimal Design of the Lyapunov-Based Semi-Active Control and the Semi-Active Vibration Control Device: Inverse Lyapunov Approach

Kazuhiko Hiramoto, Taichi Matsuoka, Katsuaki Sunakoda

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061211. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007033

Abstract

View articletitled, Simultaneous Optimal Design of the Lyapunov-Based Semi-Active Control and the Semi-Active Vibration Control Device: Inverse Lyapunov Approach

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Topics: Control systems , Damping , Design , Earthquakes , Simulation , Displacement , Waves , Vibration control equipment

Nonaxisymmetric Mechanical and Thermal Stresses in FGPPM Hollow Cylinder

M. Jabbari, M. Meshkini, M. R. Eslami

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061212. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007034

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View articletitled, Nonaxisymmetric Mechanical and Thermal Stresses in FGPPM Hollow Cylinder

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Topics: Cylinders , Displacement , Thermal stresses , Compressibility , Boundary-value problems

Mechanical Behavior of Internally Pressurized Copper Tube for New HVACR Applications

Frank F. Kraft, Tommy L. Jamison

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061213. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007035

Abstract

View articletitled, Mechanical Behavior of Internally Pressurized Copper Tube for New HVACR Applications

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Topics: Pressure , Stress , Copper , Constitutive equations

Weld Residual Stress in Various Large Diameter Nuclear Nozzles

Tao Zhang, Frederick W. Brust, Gery Wilkowski

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061214. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007036

Abstract

View articletitled, Weld Residual Stress in Various Large Diameter Nuclear Nozzles

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Topics: Hardening , Nozzles , Stress , Overlays (Materials engineering) , Kinematics , Residual stresses , Hoop stress

Materials and Fabrication

Effects of Initial Crack Location on Failure Assessment Curves in Dissimilar Metal Weld Joints in Nuclear Power Plants

N. Gong, G. Z. Wang, F. Z. Xuan, S. T. Tu

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061405. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006907

Abstract

View articletitled, Effects of Initial Crack Location on Failure Assessment Curves in Dissimilar Metal Weld Joints in Nuclear Power Plants

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Topics: Failure , Fracture (Materials) , Metals , Pipes , Nozzles

Control of Welding Residual Stress and Deformation of the Butt Welded Ultrathick Tube-Sheet: Effect of Applied Load

Wenchun Jiang, J. M. Gong, Wanchuck Woo, Y. F. Wang, S. T. Tu

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061406. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007037

Abstract

View articletitled, Control of Welding Residual Stress and Deformation of the Butt Welded Ultrathick Tube-Sheet: Effect of Applied Load

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Topics: Deformation , Stress , Welding

Design Innovation Papers

Design Limits for Buckling in the Creep Range

Maan Jawad, Donald Griffin

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 065001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007031

Abstract

View articletitled, Design Limits for Buckling in the Creep Range

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Topics: Buckling , Creep , Design , External pressure , Pipes , Stress , Compression , Temperature

Materials and Fabrication

Primary Creep Modeling Based on the Dependence of the Activation Energy on the Internal Stress

Luca Esposito, Nicola Bonora

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061401. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006856

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View articletitled, Primary Creep Modeling Based on the Dependence of the Activation Energy on the Internal Stress

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Topics: Creep , Stress , Steady state , Steel

Failure Mechanism of Laser Welds in Lap-Shear Specimens of a High Strength Low Alloy Steel

Jaewon Lee, Kamran Asim, Jwo Pan

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061402. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006560

Abstract

View articletitled, Failure Mechanism of Laser Welds in Lap-Shear Specimens of a High Strength Low Alloy Steel

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Topics: Failure mechanisms , Finite element analysis , Fracture (Materials) , Heat , Lasers , Shear (Mechanics) , Stress , Welded joints , Failure , Necking

Verification of the Estimation Methods of Strain Range in Notched Specimens Made of Mod.9Cr-1Mo Steel

Masanori Ando, Yuichi Hirose, Shingo Date, Sota Watanabe, Yasuhiro Enuma, Nobuchika Kawasaki

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061403. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006902

Abstract

View articletitled, Verification of the Estimation Methods of Strain Range in Notched Specimens Made of Mod.9Cr-1Mo Steel

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Topics: Cycles , Fatigue , Fatigue testing , Finite element analysis , Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers , Stress , Failure , Fracture (Materials) , Steel , Design

The Rate (Time)-Dependent Mechanical Behavior of the PMR-15 Thermoset Polymer at Temperatures in the 274–316 °C Range: Experiments and Modeling

C. E. C. Ryther, M. B. Ruggles-Wrenn

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061404. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006122

Abstract

View articletitled, The Rate (Time)-Dependent Mechanical Behavior of the PMR-15 Thermoset Polymer at Temperatures in the 274–316 °C Range: Experiments and Modeling

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Topics: Creep , Polymers , Relaxation (Physics) , Stress , Temperature , Modeling , Mechanical behavior , Stress-strain curves , Flow (Dynamics) , Deformation

Investigation on Influence Factors of Mechanical Properties of Austenitic Stainless Steels for Cold Stretched Pressure Vessels

Jinyang Zheng, Cunjian Miao, Yaxian Li, Ping Xu, Li Ma, Abin Guo

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061407. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007039

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View articletitled, Investigation on Influence Factors of Mechanical Properties of Austenitic Stainless Steels for Cold Stretched Pressure Vessels

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Pressure vessels , Stainless steel , Stress , Mechanical behavior , Nickel

NDE

The Simulation and Assessment of Compressed Natural Gas Storage Well With Defects

Wei Tan, JinJun Zhang, WeiFei Niu, ZeJun Wang, ShiLai Wang, YanTong Xiao

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006344

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View articletitled, The Simulation and Assessment of Compressed Natural Gas Storage Well With Defects

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Topics: Storage , Stress

Operations, Applications & Components

Evaluation of Maintenance Intervals for Spring-Operated Relief Valves Using a Risk-Based Inspection Technique

Robert E. Gross, Emily M. Mitchell, Stephen P. Harris

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061601. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4005940

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View articletitled, Evaluation of Maintenance Intervals for Spring-Operated Relief Valves Using a Risk-Based Inspection Technique

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Topics: American Petroleum Institute , Failure , Inspection , Maintenance , Probability , Valves , Risk , Relief valves , Risk-based inspection , Springs

Pipeline Systems

A Comprehensive Parametric Finite Element Study on the Development of Strain Concentration in Concrete Coated Offshore Pipelines

N. Nourpanah, F. Taheri

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061701. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006556

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View articletitled, A Comprehensive Parametric Finite Element Study on the Development of Strain Concentration in Concrete Coated Offshore Pipelines

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Coatings , Concrete coatings , Concretes , Finite element analysis , Pipelines , Pipes , Steel , Stress , Underwater pipelines

Seismic Engineering

Approach for Selection of Rayleigh Damping Parameters Used for Time History Analysis

R. E. Spears, S. R. Jensen

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 061801. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006855

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View articletitled, Approach for Selection of Rayleigh Damping Parameters Used for Time History Analysis

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Topics: Damping

Technology Reviews

Nuclear Power in Europe 2012

Luc H. Geraets, Ir. Yves A. Crommelynck

J. Pressure Vessel Technol. December 2012, 134(6): 064001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007979

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View articletitled, Nuclear Power in Europe 2012

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Topics: Nuclear power , Nuclear power stations , Earthquakes , Safety , Stress , Fukushima nuclear disaster, Japan, 2011 , Nuclear decommissioning , Construction