JTE, I agree those are interesting interpretations, bit I submit that they are not calling for modified allowable stresses to be used in the design and Section II allowable stresses should still be valid with the Interpretations.
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One of the Code Sub Groups considered this issue a couple of weeks ago.
The prevailed opinion was that since a shell serves as a permamnent backing strip for a repad, the Code intent will be met by just monitoring the quality of the full penetration split weld.
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By the definition, a static head is a part of the design pressure. (Please see ASME VIII-1 App.3).
The static head application is "0/1" situation.
Whether one has it or has not.
Example: if "non-appreciable" static head of 0.3 psi makes design pressure 285.3 psi, the ASME B16.5 150# carbon...
Take a look at UG-11 of ASME VIII-1 (A05).
It allows, under certain conditions, the use of standard parts having a Manufacturer's standard pressure-temperature rating.
Follow this link to get to the Manufactuter's Standard:
http://www.bonneyforge.com/OletCat.PDF
Hope it helps.
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Another reason not to calculate MAWP for a new vessel, unless a customer required so, is a lucrative post-construction rerating business...
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Hello, Bogu!
This interpretation has to do with VIII-1, Appendix 2, Applicability for Designing Autoclaves and Hydroclaves,
Issued on January 20, 1995.
The question was if the rules presented in Section VIII, Division 1, Appendix 2 were applicable for the design of special autoclave and...
Hello, gvc99:
Look through the recent Code Cases. The one of possible help was called "Local Thin Areas", if I remember correctly...
Regards,
Oleg
Meca,
Have you considered my suggestions to be able to combine wind and seismic loads for offshore applications?
I am prepared to buy your spreadsheet as soon as this feature is adopted.
Regards,
ob