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Equations for leak resistance of API 8-round connectors in tension

Journal Article · · SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) Drilling Engineering; (USA)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/16618-PA· OSTI ID:7183198
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  1. Stress Engineering Services Inc., Houston, TX (US)
This paper presents stress and leak-resistance equations based on the theory of elasticity for API 8-round connectors in tension and compares results of these equations to those of the finite-element method (FEM) and full-scale physical testing. The new equations identify significant nonconservative aspects inherent in current API methodologies.
OSTI ID:
7183198
Journal Information:
SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) Drilling Engineering; (USA), Journal Name: SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) Drilling Engineering; (USA) Vol. 5:1; ISSN SDENE; ISSN 0885-9744
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English