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Title	Robust estimation of limit loads for cracked components
Author	Fowler, Christopher G., 1970-
Description	Thesis (M. Eng.), Memorial University of Newfoundland, 1999. Engineering.
Date	1998
Pagination	205 leaves : ill.
Subject	Pipelines--Cracking; Underground pipelines; Finite element method; Stress corrosion
Degree	M. Eng.
Degree Grantor	Memorial University of Newfoundland. Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Discipline	Engineering and Applied Science
Language	Eng
Notes	Bibliography: p. 204-205
Abstract	The problem of stress corrosion cracking in natural gas pipelines in Central and Western Canada has led to a need for quick, efficient methods of evaluating pipeline integrity based on component geometry and operating parameters. The use of high toughness materials in modern engineering practice requires the application of elastic-plastic fracture mechanics, or limit type analysis, to evaluate defects. This thesis demonstrates the application of two robust finite element techniques, the Gloss R-node method and the mα-method, to finding limit loads for cracked components. Each of the methods relies on linear elastic finite element solutions in conjunction with a modulus adjustment scheme to provide a simple, systematic means for determining failure loads. The techniques are initially applied to standard fracture specimens to gage their effectiveness in analyzing crack geometries. The analysis is then directed to pipe geometries containing longitudinal defects (internal and external) of varying depths and culminates in the analysis of multiple defects typical of stress corrosion crack colonies. The robust limit load results are compared to traditional nonlinear finite element analysis results and analytical solutions, where applicable. The robust techniques consistently provide conservative results which compare well to both nonlinear finite element analysis and analytical solutions.
Type	Text
Format	Image/jpeg; Application/pdf
Source	Paper copy kept in the Centre for Newfoundland Studies, Memorial University Libraries
Local Identifier	a1356036
Rights	The author retains copyright ownership and moral rights in this thesis. Neither the thesis nor substantial extracts from it may be printed or otherwise reproduced without the author's permission.
Collection	Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Scanning Status	Completed
PDF File	(21.92 MB) -- http://collections.mun.ca/PDFs/theses/Fowler_ChristopherG.pdf
CONTENTdm file name	153944.cpd