Abstract: In a related work previously carried out by the authors, finite element analysis of cylindrical vessel–cylindrical nozzle juncture based on the use of thin shell theory, due to the fact that the intersecting nozzle sizes ...

Abstract: Pressure vessels that undergo repairs are normally pressure tested to verify their structural integrity before returning into service. Conventionally, the entire vessel is pressure tested, according to the relevant ...

Abstract: The buckling stress of axially compressed circular cylindrical shells (CCSs) is highly sensitive to imperfections. Perfect CCSs are an idealization unattainable in reality. In practice, imperfections are always present and ...

Abstract: Due to their thin-walled characteristics, axially loaded circular cylindrical shells (CCSs) commonly undergo buckling failure. The limiting buckling stress of such shells has not yet been fully developed due to a wide range ...