Overview:
Please see the following AutoPIPE help section: Help > Contents> Contents Tab> Modeling Approaches> Modeling Approaches> Flexible Joints
There are 8 different types of flexible joints modeling approaches provided:
a. Single Bellows Expansion Joint
b. Tied Universal Expansion Joint
c. Hinged Expansion Joint
d. Gimbal Expansion Joint
e. Slip Joint
f. Ball and Socket Joint
g. Tied Bellows Expansion Joint
Model 1: Tie rods modeled as a single two-point support
Model 2: Tie rod assembly modeled as beams and two-point supports
h. Pressure Balanced Expansion Joints
Model 1: Pressure Balanced Elbow
Model 2: Pressure Balanced Tee
Complete instructions on these modeling approaches are available in AutoPIPE's online help. Select the hyperlinks above for more information than available in the online help or Q&A about these modeling approaches.
Modeling Approaches
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