• RM Bridge: Modeler axis FAQ: Complex transversal supports or girders

    MarcosBeier
    MarcosBeier
    RM Bridge allows users to model any complex transversal supports or diaphragm thru the use of several Modeler axes. As usual, each Axis will create the necessary elements to compose the grillage; though, the user can easily make it more versatile using…
    • over 1 year ago
    • LARS | LEAP | OpenBridge | OpenTunnel | RM
    • LARS | LEAP | OpenBridge | OpenTunnel | RM Wiki
  • How to model an Articulating Pipe Support

    Kemal Naim
    Kemal Naim
    The Articulating Pipe Support contains two rotational points, how do you model the Articulating Pipe Support to allow free moment rotations at the two pivot locations as shown in the illustration below?
    • over 3 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Forum
  • RE: AutoPIPE Base Supported Elbows

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Hello Joe, Considering modeling per fig 1.2.6 b, one can use model approach 2, 4, or 5. Of those methods, model #5 would be the best approach. This approach can be used to capture the radial thermal expansion of the bend and any thermal growth of the…
    • over 6 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Forum
  • 09. How to model a Trapeze / Beam supported pipe in AutoPIPE?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Version(s): 2004, XM, V8i, CONNECT; Area: Modeling Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Date Logged & Current Version June. 2016 10.01.00.09 …
    • over 3 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • .c Frames / Beams - Modeling in AutoPIPE

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    The following is based on the following AutoPIPE's help section: Help > Contents> Contents Tab> Modeling Approaches> Modeling Approaches> Frames> Frames: Pipe Rack Modeling Examples Frames: Pipe Rack Modeling Examples Frame structures are commonly…
    • over 6 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 08. How to model a Trunnion welded structural pipe support in AutoPIPE?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): All Area: modeling Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Dec 2014, AutoPIPE V8 09.06.01.10 Problem: In the piping industry, Trunnions…
    • over 4 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 05. How to Model Equipment Supported by Steel and Springs?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): All Area: Modeling Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Problem: I am modeling a pipe connecting to a pump which is sitting on an inertia…
    • over 3 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 04. Define a Displacement at a Support in AutoPIPE?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): All Area: Modeling Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Problem: How to apply support displacement to a support? Solution: There…
    • 11 months ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 03. Tips and Tricks when working on Combined Beam Structural & Piping models

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): 2004, XM, & V8i Environment: N/A Area: Modeling Subarea: Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group …
    • over 8 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 03. How to model a vertically pipe supported by a Pipe clamp and spring supports as shown below:

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): 2004, XM, & V8i Area: Modeling Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Dec 2014, AutoPIPE V8i 09.06.01.10 Problem: How to model a vertically…
    • 5 months ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 02. Model piping held by 2 rigid structural beam supports members in AutoPIPE

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): 2004, XM, & V8i Area: Modeling, Support Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Problem: How to model piping held by 2 rigid structural…
    • over 3 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 21. Model Wind Sway On A Pipe Rack in AutoPIPE

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Version(s): ALL Environment: N/A Area: Model Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Date Logged & Current Version July 2015…
    • over 6 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 04. General FAQ's about Supports and Beams in AutoPIPE

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Item #1: Support type that are not active for static seismic and dynamic load cases Item #2: Caesar guide support compared to AutoPIPE guide supports Answer: A guide support in AutoPIPE is different than Caesar's guide element - it's equal to Caesar…
    • over 1 year ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 01. How to insert / modify a beam in an AutoPIPE model?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE, Version(s): 2004, XM, & V8i Area: Modeling Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Dec 2014, AutoPIPE V8i 09.06.01.10 Insert a Beam: Step #1: First…
    • over 3 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki
  • 03. Beam Structure modeling in AutoPIPE

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Overview The mass and flexibility of structural supports can have a profound impact on the piping stress analysis. In many instances, if the support structure deflects only a fraction of an inch, it can affect piping moments to the extent where hangers…
    • over 3 years ago
    • AutoPIPE
    • AutoPIPE Wiki