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Modeling Spring Cans With Friction

Spring cans are used below pipes to support them, pushing up similar to spring hangers. Some models allow the spring cans to slide on their foundation, adding friction forces. Modeling each spring can requires a rigid element from the pipe center to the top of the can, a CNode to connect to the spring with all freedoms rigid except vertical stiffness, and a rigid element for the height of the spring can. Alternatively, the sliding friction restraint can be placed directly on the node connecting the pipe to the spring can.

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Modeling Spring Cans With Friction

Spring cans are used below pipes to support them, pushing up similar to spring hangers. Some models allow the spring cans to slide on their foundation, adding friction forces. Modeling each spring can requires a rigid element from the pipe center to the top of the can, a CNode to connect to the spring with all freedoms rigid except vertical stiffness, and a rigid element for the height of the spring can. Alternatively, the sliding friction restraint can be placed directly on the node connecting the pipe to the spring can.

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Modeling Spring Cans with Friction


In many systems, portions of the pipe are supported by spring cans. These spring cans perform
the same function as spring hangers, except that they are below the pipe, pushing up. In some
models, these spring cans are allowed to slide on their foundation, subjecting the system to
friction forces.
Each support of this type needs the following:
A rigid element from the pipe center to the top of the can. Length equals pipe radius +
insulation thickness + cladding thickness + shoe height + any trunnion height.
A CNode to connect to the spring. Except for the vertical spring stiffness, all other displays
of freedoms are rigidly connected.
A rigid element representing the height of the spring can.
These points are illustrated in the example below.
Model of Spring Can with Friction

Alternatively, element 15-20 can be omitted with the +Y restraint (with friction) placed directly on
node 15.
This modeling technique can also be used in situations where the shoe or trunnion slides
on top of a bolted spring can.

CAESAR II Applications Guide

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