SHAPS-2: A Three-Dimensional Computer Program for Linear/Non-Linear, Static/Dynamic Analyses of Piping Systems

摘要

A three-dimensional computer program for linear/non-linear, static/dynamic analyses of reactor-piping systems under various accident loads is described. In the analysis, the hydrodynamic calculation can be performed in the implicit or semi-implicit manner. The structure response can be calculated using either a purely explicit or implicit time-integration scheme. Coupling between the fluid and structure is achieved by utilizing either the implicit-explicit or implicit-implicit link. Thus, a wide range of piping safety problems can be analyzed by the suitable choice of options available in the hydrodynamics and structural analysis. In this paper, several salient features are presented. Sample problems illustrating the versatility of the program are given. The results are discussed in detail. (ERA citation 10:027534)