Hello,

We are using CAESAR II for a project in Russia.
We got a vague approval from Owner to implement stress analysis as per ASME B31.3 with CAESAR II 2018.

I noticed that CAESAR II is "certificated" by GOST-R.
I am not very clear about the exact meaning of "certificated" here.
Can we consider that "complying with B31.3 with CAESAR II" is equivalent to "complying with GOST 32388"?

To be specific, below is two examples:
1. GOST 32388 requires "stability analysis" which i understand is not tackled in B31.3.
2. Criteria of allowable stress. e.g. Safety factor for seismic stress is 1 while in B31.3 it is 1.33 (occasional stress).


Really appreciate this forum and everyone here.
Thanks in advance
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