Hi Richard!!
Thanks for your prompt reply!!
But I need some further help.
I'm looking to develop some kind of method/procedure which will give some what close to real-world problem of flange leakage.The equivalent pressure method applied widely has some of its inherent flaws. Also ASME Sec VIII-division I (Nonmandatory Appendix S) is silent on some important parameters.
Can you guide me on some specific codes/guidelines which involves consideration of all paramount parameters such as gasket stiffness, flange rotation , bolt tightening stress , loosening of bolts in thermal reversals & also consideration of thermal/mechanical loads (though this is taken care by CAESAR flange utility to great extent).?
Thanks!!
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SJ