Piping benchmark problems

Conference · Thu Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1981

OSTI ID:5042411

Bezler, P; Hartzman, M

A set of benchmark problems and solutions have been developed for verifying the adequacy of computer programs used for dynamic analysis and design of nuclear piping systems by the Response Spectrum Method. The problems range from simple to complex configurations which are assumed to experience linear elastic behavior. The dynamic loading is represented by uniform support motion, assumed to be induced by seismic excitation in three spatial directions. The solutions consist of frequencies, participation factors, nodal displacement components and internal force and moment components. Solutions to associated anchor point motion static problems are not included. A summary description of each problem including a description of the input parameters, pertinent output results and the reasons for problem selection are included. The problem set is presently being used by the Mechanical Branch of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to confirm the adequacy of the computer programs used by applicants for nuclear power plant licenses. 9 refs., 14 figs., 2 tabs.

• Research Organization: Brookhaven National Lab., Upton, NY (USA); Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC (USA). Div. of Engineering
• DOE Contract Number: AC02-76CH00016
• OSTI ID: 5042411
• Report Number(s): BNL-NUREG-29268; CONF-810625-2; ON: TI86000116
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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