CAESAR II Applications Guide - CAESAR II

PPMProduct: CAESAR II
PPMCategory_custom: Reference Data
Version_CAESAR: 12

Overview
Tutorial A - Create a typical piping system
Review the piping system drawing
Configure the software
Define the first pipe element
Define the vertical pipe run
Define the horizontal pipe run
Define the 6-inch bypass
Review the piping input
Check for errors
Check the static load cases
Run the static analysis
Review the graphical analysis results
Review the static output reports
Static Analysis Output Listing
Conclusions
Tutorial B - Check equipment and redesign a piping system
Review piping system loads on the pump
Evaluate pump discharge nozzle loads
Review the model
Incorporate flexibilities at the vessel and nozzle intersection
Run a new static analysis for WRC 297 loads
Review static output reports for the new analysis
Re-evaluate pump discharge nozzle loads
Redesign the piping system
Rerun the static analysis
Conclusions
Bends
Bend Definition
Single and Double Flanged Bends or Stiffened Bends
180º Return Fitting-to-Fitting 90º Bends
Mitered Bends
Closely-Spaced Mitered Bend
Widely-Spaced Mitered Bend
Elbows - Different Wall Thickness
Bend Flexibility Factor
Restraints
Anchors
Anchors with Displacements
Flexible Anchors
Flexible Anchors with Predefined Displacements
Flexible Nozzle - WRC Bulletin 297
Flexible Nozzle with Predefined Displacements
Flexible Nozzle with Complete Vessel Model
Double-Acting Restraints
Translational Restraints
Rotational Restraints
Single-Directional Restraints
Guides
Limit Stops
Windows
Rotational Directional Restraints with Gaps
Single-Directional Restraint with Predefined Displacement
Single-Directional Restraint and Guide with Gap and Predefined Displacement
Restraint Settlement
Skewed Double-Acting Restraint with Gap
Skewed Single-Directional Restraint
Restraint between Two Pipes Using CNodes
Restraint between Vessel and Pipe Models
Restraints on a Bend at 45º
Restraints on a Bend at 30º and 60º
Vertical Dummy Leg on Bends
Vertical Leg Attachment Angle
Horizontal Dummy Leg on Bends
Large Rotation Rods - Basic Model
Large Rotation Rods - Chain Supports
Bi-Linear Restraints
Static Snubbers
Plastic Hinges
Sway Brace Assemblies
Hangers
Simple Hanger Design
Single Can Design
Constant Effort Support Design
Constant Effort Supports - No Design
Existing Springs - No Design
Multiple Can Design
Old Spring Redesign
Cold Spring
Pipe and Hanger Supported from Vessel
Hanger Design with Support Thermal Movement
Hanger Between Two Pipes
Hanger Design with Anchors in the Vicinity
Hanger Design with User-Specified Operating Load
Simple Bottomed Out Spring
Lift Off Spring Can
Spring Cans with Friction
Expansion Joints
Universal Expansion Joints - Simple Model
Tied Bellows Expansion Joint - Simple Model
Universal Joint with Lateral Controls Stops - Comprehensive Tie Rod Model
Hinged Joint
Slotted Hinge Joint - Simple Model
Slotted Hinge Joint - Comprehensive Model
Tied Bellows - Simple vs. Complex Model
Slip Joint
Gimbal Joints
Tied Bellows Expansion Joint - Complex Model
Dual Gimbal
Simple Bellows with Pressure Thrust
Pressure-Balanced Tees and Elbows
Universal Joint - Comprehensive Tie Rod
Examples
Reducers
Ball Joints
Jacketed Pipe
Vertical Vessels
Vessel Skirt
Vessel
Rigid Elements
N1 Nozzle
N2 Nozzle
Horizontal Vessels
Vessel Modeled as Pipe
Harmonic Analysis (TABLE)
Harmonic Analysis of this System
Relief Valve Loads (RELIEF)
Relief Valve Example Problem Setup
Relief Valve Loading Output
Dynamic Analysis of Water Hammer Loads (HAMMER)
Notes for Analyzing Water Hammer Loads
Water Hammer Loading Output
Mass Participation Report
Restraint/Force/Stress Reports
Displacement Report
Combination Cases
Solution Summary
Dynamic Analysis of Independent Support Earthquake Excitation (CRYNOS)
Results
Structural Analysis (FRAME)
Dynamic Analysis (NUREG9)
NRC Example NUREG 9
NRC Example Problem 2A
NRC Example Problem 2B
NRC Example Problem 2C
Omega Loop Modelling (OMEGA)
Jacketed Piping (JACKET)
Modeling Plan
Node Layout
Core Piping Input
Jacket Input (1st Half)
Jacket Input (2nd Half)
WRC 107
Convert Forces/Moments from CAESAR II Global Coordinates to WRC 107 Local Axes
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Customer Support
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