Optimization of Multi-Wire GMAW Welding Procedure for Heavy-Wall Offshore Pipeline Construction

The proposed work will perform research for the optimization of welding processes for heavy-wall applications, address key technological issues in multi-wire gas metal arc welding (GMAW) processes, and fill important gaps in welding practice for offshore pipeline construction. The objectives are to 1) conduct quality evaluation of girth welds made with multi-wire GMAW processes, 2) establish correlations between welding conditions and girth weld properties, and 3) assist the implementation of new knowledge base and guideline for welding practice in offshore high-strength pipeline construction.

• Record URL:
  http://primis.phmsa.dot.gov/matrix/prjHome.rdm?prj=360
• Supplemental Notes:
  • Program Information: Pipeline Safety Research, Pipeline Safety

Language

• English

Project

• Status: Completed
• Funding: $35992.00
• Contract Numbers:

  DTPH56-10-T-000015

• Sponsor Organizations:

  Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

  U.S. Department of Transportation
  East Building, 2nd Floor 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
  Washington, DC  United States  20590
• Project Managers:

  Smith, Robert

• Performing Organizations:

  Center For Reliable Energy Systems

  5960 Venture Drive, Suite B
  Dublin, OH  United States  43017
• Principal Investigators:

  Chen, Yaoshan

• Start Date: 20100930
• Expected Completion Date: 0
• Actual Completion Date: 20110826
• Source Data: RiP Project 31230

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Construction; High strength materials; Offshore structures; Optimization; Pipelines; Underwater pipelines; Welding
• Subject Areas: Construction; Pipelines;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01493827
• Record Type: Research project
• Source Agency: Department of Transportation
• Contract Numbers: DTPH56-10-T-000015
• Files: RIP
• Created Date: Sep 24 2013 1:01AM