This Learning Path contains courses for the intermediate AutoPIPE user, including Spring Selection, Static Loadings and Modeling Different Types of Piping. It is expected that the QuickStart Learning Path material is understood in order to be successful using this training material. Click on the course title to download the dataset. Click on the video to view the training recordings.
- Static Analysis and Loads in AutoPIPE - In this course, you will learn how to work with the various static loads and analysis in AutoPIPE.
- Review the assigned Gravity loads
- Assign Snow loads
- Assign Thermal loads
- Assign Static Earthquake loads
- Assign Wind loads
- Assign Cut Short (Cold Pull)
- Assign an Applied Force and Moment
- Assign Imposed Support Displacements
- Static Analysis Set, Hydrotest and Support Lift Off
- Static Combinations
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- Spring Hanger Selection in AutoPIPE - In this course, you will learn how to use the Automatic Spring Selection using AutoPIPE.
- Open Model and release anchors for spring selection
- Select spring vendor and run selection
- Review the standard hanger selection procedure
- Review the Cold Load procedure
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- Jacketed Pipe Design in AutoPIPE - In this course, you will learn how to model Jacketed Pipe in AutoPIPE and how to understand the results.
- Selection methods
- Copy and Paste
- Connect the Carrier pipe to the Jacket pipe
- Support the Jacket pipe and guide the carrier inside
- Adjust the geometry and add insulation
- Set up the loading condition
- Assess the results
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- Vessel Modeling in AutoPIPE - In this course, you will learn two methods of modeling the connection between piping and vessels using AutoPIPE.
- Modeling the Nozzle
- Reviewing Support Imposed Displacements
- Modeling Rigid Connection to the Vessel
- Inserting AutoPIPE Model of Vessel into Existing Piping Model
- Reviewing Occasional Loads
- Connecting Pipe Support to the Centerline of the Vessel
- Analyzing the Model
- Reviewing Model Results
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- Creation of Stress Isometrics in AutoPIPE - This course contains introduces you to stress isometrics and their creation in AutoPIPE.
- Choosing a stress isometric file type
- Choosing the stress isometric options
- Choosing the stress isometric settings
- Viewing and modifying the stress isometric after creation
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- AutoPIPE Nonlinear Analysis Using Load Sequencing - This course contains exercises to introduce you to nonlinear analysis and load sequencing in AutoPIPE.
- Assigning Occasional Loads to Piping Model
- Setting Up a Nonlinear Analysis Set
- Reviewing the Nonlinear Analysis Results
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