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SOFTWARE VALIDATION TEST REPORT FOR TRIFLEX - PIPING SYSTEM DESIGN &
ANALYSIS PROGRAM, (PREPROCESSOR VERSION 1.1.2, ANALYSIS - FEM -
STIFFNESS, VERSION 1.7.9)
Reference: Bezler, P., Subudhi, M. and Hartzman, M.,
"Piping Benchmark Problems", Dynamic Analysis independent Support Motion
Response Spectrum, Regulatory Commission, NUREG/CR-1677, Vol. 2,
August 1985.
Modal Analysis Program Verification
This section presents a comparison of the program-generated solution with a known
solution of a selected benchmark problem. This provides a confirmation of the adequacy of
the program for modal analysis of piping systems.
Benchmark Problem
It simulates a 3-1/2 inch diameter water line extending between two elevations. It is a
simple configuration joining two anchors and having numerous intermediate supports.
The geometric and material properties of the pipe elements are given below.
Pipe outside diameter =3.5 in, Pipe wall thickness =0.216 in, Pipe density =0.403 lb/in3
Young's Modulus of Elasticity =25,800,000 psi, Poisson's Ratio =0.3
Mode number Frequency NRC Frequency TRIFLEX Difference