| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7175137 | International Journal of Pressure Vessels and Piping | 2016 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Achieving a proper preload in the bolts of a gasketed bolted flanged pipe joint during joint assembly is considered important for its optimized performance. This paper presents results of detailed non-linear finite element analysis of an optimized bolt tightening strategy of different joint sizes for achieving proper preload close to the target stress values. Industrial guidelines are considered for applying recommended target stress values with TCM (torque control method) and SCM (stretch control method) using a customized optimization algorithm. Different joint components performance is observed and discussed in detail.
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Authors
Muhammad Abid, Ayesha Khan, David Hugh Nash, Masroor Hussain, Hafiz Abdul Wajid,