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Partially Filled Gravity Pipe
Hi All, I am used to calculating pressure mains which are assumed to be "flowing full" pipes. Now, I was requested to size for a gravity line (Water Transmission) which I assume is a "partially filled" flowing pipes. Is there a standard formula to compute for the actual percentage filled of...- momo83
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- Forum: Pipelines, Piping and Fluid Mechanics engineering
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Thickness Calculation for Water Pipe Line
Dear All, I am currently computing for the required water transmission line pipe thickness. Basically, my reference is AWWA M11 Steel Pipe: A Guide for Design and Installation. The main formula used to determine the minimum thickness is t = PDo/2s. where: P is the internal pressure Do is...- momo83
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When to use type of bolt for pipe system
Dear All, I would like to ask for your advise on how to determine when to use stud bolt and hex head (machine) bolt for pipe systems. Currently, our practice is to use stud bolts only when the connection is for a wafer type valve connection and use hex head (machine)bolt for all other...- momo83
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