FEA simulations are used extensively to show compliance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure vessel code. The advanced thermal and structural capabilities permit a high level of physics to be applied, generating confidence in results. For many systems, obtaining the accurate heat flow /
temperature distribution is critical. FEA combined fluid /thermal / structural capabilities facilitate the simulation of complex systems.

RELATED FEA CAPABILITIES INCLUDE

• Stress linearization capabilities simply enable a user to take complex 3D stress results and generate in the form required for code checking
• Fatigue of structure to ASME code requirements
• Temperature dependent material properties for accurate system characterization
• Gasket simulations
• Bolt preload for flange validation