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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

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