Effective dynamic stiffness of piping systems under dynamic excitations

Dynamic loading has a significant effect of the structural response of piping systems. Pipelines transmission and distribution systems consist of various components such as pipes, the underlying supporting structures, pipe supports, and fluids conveyed through pipelines. Interactions effects of all these components are not well addressed in the literature. Inaccurate predictions of the response of piping system under dynamic excitation may cause structural, functional, and operational failures which have a significant influence on the society, environment, and economy. This research seeks to develop practical approaches to accurately predict the structural response of piping systems under dynamic loading. At the end of this research, the partner organization will be provided with practical techniques to properly analyze piping systems and choose suitable pipe supports under dynamic excitation.

Faculty Supervisor:

Samer Adeeb;Magdi Mohareb

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Partner:

TC Energy

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Utilities

University:

University of Alberta

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