Tanks
API 650 Live load - How to introduce a live load on a roof that is not Snow. It only considers 1000N/m2 as default?
How to model/analyze API 650 Tanks?
Answer:
Refer to the AutoPIPE Vessel Tutorial from Help>Tutorial for more information.
Also, under Help section you can refer to other Online Resources to learn more about Tanks & AutoPIPE Vessel.
Tank roof thickness calculation is unaffected by loads on the roof-mounted nozzle.
Design large diameter storage tank roof with the structural members and truss or rafter arrangement
Design tank with a skirt
Tank shell and anchorage calculations
Model a sloping tank bottom
Model tank lining
Distributed Loads
See Also
Support Solutions and FAQ's
System Messages (ex. Error, Warning, etc..)
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