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Methods for modeling supports Be sure to review, AutoPIPE help section: Help > Contents> Contents Tab> Modeling Approaches> Modeling Approaches> Support>a. Model 1: Saddle Supportb. Model 2: Trunnion Supportc. Model 3: Rod Supportd. Model 4: Pedestal with Rigid Strape. Model 5: Rigidly Guided Pipe Slide Assemblyf. Model 6: Sway Strutg. Model 7: Spring Can with Friction
Base Supported ElbowsBe sure to review, AutoPIPE help section: Help > Contents> Contents Tab> Modeling Approaches> Modeling Approaches> Bends> Base Supported Elbowa. Model 1: Supported at a tangent point (simple vstop support for fig 1.2.6 a)b. Model 2: Supported at a point along the bend (simple vstop support for fig 1.2.6 b)c. Model 3: Alternate method for defining a support at a midpointd. Model 4: Modeling a "dummy leg" as a structural member (fig 1.2.6 b & c)e. Model 5: Modeling a "dummy leg" as a pipe (Recommended fig 1.2.6 b