bjb
Structural
- Nov 8, 2002
- 455
I have been asked to look into designing a pressurized steel water pipe to span about 85 feet. The diameter of the waterline is 30 inches, I don't yet know the water pressure is. The diameter of the pipe can be increased if required for structural reasons. Can someone recommend a design reference for me? We are basically trying to emulate a similar design that someone did in the 1970's where they had a 36" dia steel sewer pipe that spans the same stream.
In particular, I am unsure how to consider the interaction of bending stress, shear stress, hoop stress, and localized stresses at the supports. Also, am unsure about allowable defflections. I'm in New York, so any references based on US standards would be appreciated.
In particular, I am unsure how to consider the interaction of bending stress, shear stress, hoop stress, and localized stresses at the supports. Also, am unsure about allowable defflections. I'm in New York, so any references based on US standards would be appreciated.