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S0606

Mechanical
Nov 16, 2006
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Hello,
I am modelling a pipeline using beam elements and I would like to introduce some strain to the model.
I would like to introduce this strain so the pipeline forms a specified radius of curvature.
Can anyone help please.
Regards,

 
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Hi S0606
have u think to use elbow elements? This kind of element allow u to specify an initial radius of curvature...but don't forget that it would be stress/strain free! Does it helps?
 
I have been thinking about elbow but as you mentioned its will be strain free and I would like it to be with strain.
 
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