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How to Predict Thermal-Hydraulic Loads                                       Flow-Induced Vibration with Applica-
on Pressure Vessels and Piping                                               tions to Failure Analysis

PD382                                                                        PD146                                                                      BO I LE RS A N D PR E S SU R E V E S S E L S Public Courses

When a vessel, pipe or other component fails in a uid transport or           Problem-solving methodologies are the main focus of this
storage system, a thermal-hydraulic load probably exceeded design            comprehensive course on practical applications of ow and vibration
limits. Excessive pressure change, uid acceleration, water hammer or         theory. The latest design and analysis tools for the prediction and
rapid energy transfer mechanisms are often the cause. Such problems          prevention of vibration in structures exposed to high-energy uid ow
can be avoided if the engineer correctly anticipates the magnitude and       are covered in practical detail.
time response of the loads that could occur.
                                                                             With a review of ow and vibration theory fundamentals, attendees will
This course summarizes numerous thermal-hydraulic loads that can be          discover additional benefits from practical problem-solving activities at
exerted on vessels, pipes, components and structures. It provides a          the conclusion of each section. Topics such as vortex- and turbulence-
greater awareness of thermal-hydraulic loads, demonstrates how to use        induced vibration, galloping, utter, sonic fatigue and uid-elastic
a variety of handout tools for estimating load characteristics while at the  instability will be covered in-depth. Attendees are introduced to state-
same time instilling confidence in making either reasonable bounding         of-the-art analysis tools for the prediction and prevention of vibration
estimates or rigorous predictions of loads.                                  in structures exposed to high-energy uid ow. Case studies and a
                                                                             workshop create an interactive course that aid engineers at various
Participants receive a comprehensive course notebook, which includes         levels.
a “tool-kit” complete with tables, graphs, rules-of-thumb, useful
formulations for estimating thermal-hyrdraulic loads for a range of          Each participant will receive a copy of the book, Flow-Induced
applications, example problems, exercises plus a reference textbook          Vibration, 2nd Edition, by Robert Blevins, Ph.D.
useful for advanced self-study.
                                                                             You Will Learn To
You Will Learn To
                                                                             • Describe vortex-induced vibration, galloping, utter, sonic fatigue
• Explain how to anticipate steady and unsteady thermal-hydraulic              and uid elastic instability
  loading phenomena in the design or modification of vessel, piping
  and component systems                                                      • Explain the latest vibration theory
                                                                             • Demonstrate analysis and test techniques in conjunction with
• Estimate dominant characteristics of thermal-hydraulic forces
• Describe how to avoid or mitigate unwanted forces by selecting               strategies for successful design
                                                                             • Explain how to evaluate examples of heat exchanger vibration,
  appropriate design parameters or restructuring a procedure
                                                                               strumming of cables as well as vibration and fatigue of panels
Who Should A end
                                                                             Who Should A end
Engineers, technical and project managers as well as engineering
instructors wishing to upgrade their understanding of thermal-hydraulic      Engineers in the design, mechanical, product development, system,
phenomena and associated loads, including individuals whose                  R&D, noise, maintenance and diagnostics fields, as well as supervisors
business or professional interests involve pressure vessels, piping and      and managers responsible for the economic impact of ow-induced
thermo uid system components, as well as researchers and inventors           component damage
seeking new ideas to help improve components and processes
                                                                             Instructor Robert Blevins
Special Requirement                                                          3 Days, 2.3 CEUs, 23 PDHs
                                                                             Member 1,89 List Price 1,99
A degree in engineering, engineering science, physics or other

scientific discipline is recommended.

Instructor Frederick J. Moody  0
2 Days, 1.5 CEUs, 15 PDHs
Member 1,4 0 List Price 1,

See pages 90–95 for dates and locations of ASME Public Courses                                                                                          7
delivered in the USA during Spring 2017.

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