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Analysis of Surge problems with CAESAR II and BOSfluids 5.4 The webinar Together with Hexagon PPM, DRG is co-hosting a free webinar on Analysis of

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Fluid Flow

Alba B3 platform installed

Alba B3 platform installed – DRG performed surge analysis It is always nice to see your computer models becoming reality! DRG performed a surge analysis

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Fluid Flow

Hades used in PhD Huan He

Titel: Computational Modelling of Particle Packing in Concrete By Huan He Physical particle packing is becoming a hot topic in concrete technology as more and

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Hades used with Porosity of Concrete

Titel: Porosity of Concrete – Morphological Study of Model Concrete By Jing Hu Porosity of Concrete has developed a comprehensive methodological framework for characterizing geometrical

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Fluid Flow

Hades used in PhD Jianjun Zheng

Titel: Mesostructure of concrete Stereological analysis and some mechanical implications By Jianjun Zheng On the mesoscale, concrete can be considered as a composite material consisting

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gasholder sizing review, cokes gas network, annual flaring volume, substitute gas, gasholder size impact, gas production-consumption mismatch, statistical analysis of gasholder, operational strategy in gas networks

Gasholder Sizing Review: An Analytical Case Study

This case study presents a comprehensive review of gasholder sizing within a cokes gas network. The primary objective is to evaluate the impact of adjusting the gasholder size on reducing annual flaring volumes and providing a buffer for short-term discrepancies between cokes gas production and consumption. The study explores various

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sulphur recovery burners, stress analysis ASME VIII Division 1, Finite Element Analysis burner, nozzle load assessment, burner design modifications, burner stress analysis, pressure vessel code compliance, burner structural integrity
Pipe Stress

Sulphur Recovery Burners Assessment: Stress Analysis

DRG was engaged to conduct a stress analysis for two sulphur recovery burners, adhering to ASME VIII Division 1 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. This analysis involved traditional Division 1 calculations complemented by Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate the impact of nozzle loads on critical junctions. Additionally, an assessment

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Finite Element Analysis, Filament Wound Pipe Coupler, Fiberglass Coupler, Centrifugal Cast Fiberglass Pipes, Tsai-Wu Failure Criterion, Stress Analysis, Axial Bending, Pressure Seal Coupler, Ovalization Effects, GRP Pipes
Finite Element Analysis

Finite Element Analysis of Filament Wound Pipe Coupler

This case study focuses on the finite element analysis (FEA) conducted for a filament wound coupler designed for 42-inch centrifugal cast fiberglass pipes. The objective was to evaluate the performance of the fiberglass coupler under various conditions to ensure it meets the required specifications. Analysis The filament wound couplers (FWC)

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vacuum tower assessment, scaffolding wind load analysis, Stoomwezen design code compliance, structural stability evaluation, FEMAP finite element analysis, engineering code compliance, wind load impact on tower, scaffolding stress analysis

Assessment of a Vacuum Tower with Additional Scaffolding Loads

In maintenance operations involving a vacuum tower approximately 50 meters in height, additional scaffolding is necessary. This scaffolding introduces increased wind loads, which, in turn, can elevate compressive stresses at the base of the tower. Such elevated stresses may lead to potential buckling or localized high stresses within the tower,

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burner stress analysis, ASME VIII Division 1, main burner design, finite element analysis, boiler and pressure vessel code, nozzle load assessment, component transition stress, burner temperature design, flange sizing, pressure vessel analysis
Pipe Stress

Main Burner Stress Analysis Case Study

This case study examines a stress analysis conducted in accordance with ASME VIII Division 1 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code for a main burner system. The burner in question features a vessel with an air inlet nozzle and connects to a “gun” with both a fuel gas inlet and an

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double burner-chamber assembly, stress analysis, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, finite element analysis, thermal stresses, piping stress assessment, nozzle loads, chamber interaction, flange modifications, engineering design
Pipe Stress

Double Burner-Chamber Assembly Stress Analysis

A comprehensive stress analysis was conducted on an assembly comprising two burners and two interconnected chambers. Each burner generates a substantial flame, which combusts waste gas within the chambers. The top chamber is stacked atop the bottom chamber, with both chambers connected by piping that channels flue gas to the

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vortex induced vibrations
Fluid Dynamics

Vibration Analysis of Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) Line in Slug Flow Regime

A comprehensive vibration analysis was conducted on a water feed line operating in a slug flow regime. Slug flow, characterized by large intermittent fluid slugs within the pipeline, can exert significant dynamic forces on piping systems, potentially leading to structural failures. A recent leakage incident at an elbow joint highlighted

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vibration level assessment, resonance models, dynamic stresses, fatigue check, mechanical resonance, Stress Intensification Factors, Finite Element Analysis, harmonic force application, fatigue assessment, nozzle/shell interfaces
Fatigue Assessment

Vibration Level Assessment: Resonance Models and Fatigue Check

This case study focuses on the vibration assessment of a pentane line, specifically evaluating vibration stresses and the risk of fatigue issues at the nozzle/shell interfaces. Vibration measurement data provided by the client was analyzed. Initially, it was hypothesized that the vibration problem stemmed from a mechanical resonance phenomenon, implying

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LNG

LNG Bunkering System: Surge Analysis

Surge analysis in LNG bunkering systems is essential to ensure safe and efficient operations, particularly when fueling ferry ships. This analysis involves evaluating several worst-case scenarios to understand surge phenomena in a 600-meter long LNG bunkering line. The system utilizes a main pump and a booster pump to achieve flow,

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branch connection failure, natural mode analysis, static stress analysis, dynamic analysis, vibration excitation mechanism, support modifications
Failure Assessment

Failure in a Branch Connection: Natural Mode Analysis

A branch connection linking to a high-pressure steam attemperator has experienced a failure, similar to a previous incident. Observations on-site indicate periodic movement of the connecting header housing equipment J-3103, suggesting a fatigue failure. The objective of this analysis is to propose a permanent solution to prevent future cracks in

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flue gas ducting, finite element analysis, industrial duct design, blast load resistance, lightweight duct design
Oil & Gas

Flue Gas Ducting Support Loads and Efficient Design

This project involves a feasibility study for designing a flue gas duct in a carbon capture and storage plant. The scope includes conceptualizing two large-diameter, thin-walled ducts that connect a heat exchanger to two boiler units. One of these ducts spans over an existing plant section, necessitating careful consideration of

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