Overview
| Project No. | 101 |
|---|---|
| Contract No. | DTRS56-00-X-0035 |
| Research Award Recipient | Edison Welding Institute, Inc. 1250 Arthur E. Adams Dr. Columbus, OH 43221-3560 |
| AOTR | Robert Smith |
| Researcher Contact Info | 1250 Arthur E. Adams Drive Columbus, OH 43221 614-688-5000 |
| Project Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Start Fiscal Year | 2002 (10/01/2001) |
| End Fiscal Year | 2004 (10/01/2003) |
| PHMSA $$ Budgeted | $59,955.50 |
Main Objective
Research on the strain-based design of pipelines. To see the Phase II project go to Project 140.
Public Abstract
The ultimate objective of this project will develop a best practice guide for the strain-based design of pipelines. It was jointly funded by the PHMSA and MMS to help provide an industry need for a complete guide for onshore and offshore pipeline design. This final report constitutes the first of two efforts to complete the guide. The complete guide will cover design, assessment and testing guidelines for designers of pipelines that may experience high strains in service. Historically, pipelines have been designed to codes that are stress based. This requires a less rigorous detailed engineering analysis to meet acceptable pipeline safety. For offshore pipelines however, especially ones on deepwater and in the Arctic, an exacting site-specific analysis including loading conditions and material mechanical properties is needed to maintain the acceptable level of pipeline safety needed. This research project will investigate how the use of strain-based design of pipelines can better assure safe and pollution free operations, especially in environmentally sensitive areas.
Status History
Project duration consists of two, 12 month efforts.
Relevant Files & Links
Quarterly/Annual Status Reports
Initial Phase Final Report - Strain Based Design of Pipelines