26. Nozzle local Load - at which point is it applied?


Answer:

The nozzle local load is applied at the nozzle to shell junction for the calculation since ultimately the intent is to calculate the stress on the shell due to the load on the nozzle. The load is NOT applied at the nozzle tip so please calculate and apply the equivalent bending moments at the nozzle/shell junction for loads applied at nozzle tip.