Evaluating Plastic Collapse and performing Stress Linearization conform ASME BPVC VIII-2

Plastic collapse is a critical failure mode that must be addressed during pressure vessel design. ASME BPVC VIII-2 provides advanced methodologies for evaluating plastic collapse and ensuring compliance with design standards. This course focuses on the three primary methods outlined in the code—elastic analysis, limit load analysis, and elastic-plastic analysis—along with stress linearization techniques for interpreting FEA results.

Key topics include:
Overview of plastic collapse evaluation methods
Method 1: Elastic analysis
Method 2: Limit load analysis
Method 3: Elastic-plastic analysis
Comparing the methods for assessing plastic collapse
Stress linearization techniques for FEA results

By the end of this course, participants will gain a deep understanding of how to apply these methods to design pressure vessels that meet code compliance while avoiding plastic collapse.