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Piping benchmark problems: dynamic analysis independent support motion response spectrum method

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5337014

Four benchmark problems and solutions were developed for verifying the adequacy of computer programs used for the dynamic analysis and design of elastic piping systems by the independent support motion, response spectrum method. The dynamic loading is represented by distinct sets of support excitation spectra assumed to be induced by non-uniform excitation in three spatial directions. Complete input descriptions for each problem are provided and the solutions include predicted natural frequencies, participation factors, nodal displacements and element forces for independent support excitation and also for uniform envelope spectrum excitation. Solutions to the associated anchor point pseudo-static displacements are not included.

Research Organization:
Brookhaven National Lab., Upton, NY (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC02-76CH00016
OSTI ID:
5337014
Report Number(s):
NUREG/CR-1677-Vol.2; BNL-NUREG-51267-Vol.2; ON: TI85017340
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English