Pressure vessel safety: the story of the ASME code

Journal Article · · Oak Ridge Natl. Lab. Rev.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5371074

Canonico, D

This article outlines the development of the American Society for Mechanical Engineers (ASME) code used by manufacturers and users of pressure vessels. The early history of pressure-vessel use was marked by numerous catastrophic explosions. While pressure vessel failures are not infrequent - and catastrophic failures, rare - credit for their reliable service can be attributed, according to the article, to the development and use of codes and standards in our country and abroad. In 1911 the ASME formed a committee to formulate standard specifications for the construction of steam boilers and other pressure vessels and for their care in service. Since the earliest 3-page code was issued, the ASME code has grown to volumes. The special nature of nuclear-reactor pressure vessels is highlighted by the article. (SAC)

• OSTI ID: 5371074
• Journal Information: Oak Ridge Natl. Lab. Rev.; (United States), Journal Name: Oak Ridge Natl. Lab. Rev.; (United States) Vol. 12:4; ISSN ORNRA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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