Expansion loops are critical components in piping systems, designed to manage stress caused by thermal expansion and contraction, thereby ensuring the system's durability and safety. This study investigates innovative approaches to optimizing expansion loop design, focusing on improving the performance and reliability of piping systems under various operational conditions. The research examines multiple configurations, including alterations in loop length, shape modifications, and the incorporation of additional loops, to assess their impact on stress distribution within the system. While the primary focus of this study is on static stress analysis, transient operational factors, such as water hammer, were also considered in the analysis to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the loop configurations' performance under various conditions. The findings demonstrate that while increasing the loop length can effectively reduce stress, alternative designs, such as double loops or modified shapes, offer superior stress management, particularly in space-constrained environments. The study concludes that optimal expansion loop design should accommodate thermal expansion and provide robustness against potential transient effects, contributing to a more reliable piping system. These insights provide valuable guidelines for the design and optimization of piping systems across various industrial applications.
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| DOI | 10.11648/j.ajmme.20240802.11 |
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Expansion Loop, Piping System, Stress Analysis, Thermal Expansion, Water Hammer, System Optimization, Structural Integrity, CAESAR II
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Elahibakhsh, Y. Innovative Approaches to Expansion Loop Design for Enhanced Piping System Durability. Am. J. Mech. Mater. Eng. 2024, 8(2), 25-32. doi: 10.11648/j.ajmme.20240802.11
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