Dear Stress Members,
1. In order to model the FRP Coupling joints in Caesar II, Using Expansion Joint method/ restraint method as per the reference guide can be applicable. Pls correct if I am wrong.
2. My Query is, How would we model the GRE Pipes with Adhesive bonded/Mech.Bell& Spigot joints in Caesar II. Kindly guide me.
3. When we model GRP pipes in Caesar II, Is there any stingent to consider the (pipe to pipe lamination joint) in the modelling.
I thought without considering the lamination joints, would lead to conservative analysis. Kindly confirm..
Thanks
GRP & GRE is the future pipe