Finite Element Modeling of Nurse Tanks (develop a model to predict failure)

This research uses data collection, inspection and finite element modeling to analyze the fatigue life of a nurse tank under normal operations to determine if requirements dictated by the HMR adequately mitigate risk.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • USDOT Research Hub DisplayID 157770

Language

• English

Project

• Status: Active
• Funding: $1050000
• Sponsor Organizations:

  Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

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• Managing Organizations:

  Volpe Transportation Center

  Cambridge, MA  United States  2142
• Project Managers:

  Boyle, Rick

• Start Date: 20191201
• Expected Completion Date: 20220327
• Actual Completion Date: 0
• USDOT Program: Hazmat Safety
• Subprogram: Packaging Integrity

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Container tanks; Fatigue (Mechanics); Finite element method; Service life
• Subject Areas: Freight Transportation; Safety and Human Factors; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01864861
• Record Type: Research project
• Source Agency: Department of Transportation
• Files: RIP, USDOT
• Created Date: Nov 21 2022 4:26PM