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Strength Investigation on Butt Welded Polymer Tubes

  1. Ram Vishal Gandham Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology
  2. Srikanth H.V Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology
  3. Abhishek T.K. Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology
  4. Mahendra K. Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology
  5. Anirudh P. Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology
  6. Rahul B. Department of Aeronautical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine instances in which pipes and butt welds are subjected to unintended stresses, resulting in fractures or full destruction. The behavior of radial force (perpendicular to the OX axis) in two circumstances is seen, and we conclude which of the two examples has more flaws. The two circumstances will be examined from an analytical, theoretical, and experimental standpoint, leading to some key findings of this type of incident. The analytical component involves a rigorous investigation of the structural design, material properties, and stress distribution within the given contexts. This is complemented by a theoretical exploration, wherein mathematical models and simulations are employed to predict the response of pipes and butt welds to various stress scenarios. Experimental analyses are conducted to validate the theoretical predictions and provide real-world insights into the behavior of these components under unexpected stress conditions.

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