Free download for members HERE. L51591 Hydrodynamic Forces on a Sliding Pipeline-Model Test Author(s)Unknown AuthorAuthoring InstitutionDanish Hydraulic InstituteRelease Date June 3, 2021 Reports on the results of a series of model tests investigating the hydrodynamic forces acting on ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-244-18702-R01 Evaluation of Casing Integrity for Underground Storage Wells Author(s)Gang Tao, Mark StephensAuthoring InstitutionC-FER TechnologiesRelease Date June 1, 2021 This work was funded in part, under the Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-20600-R01 Flow Testing of FS500 Meters Author(s)Terry GrimleyAuthoring InstitutionSouthwest Research InstituteRelease Date May 28, 2021 SICK FLOWSIC500 (FS500) ultrasonic flow meters were tested over a range of pressures and flow ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. L51591 Hydrodynamic Forces on a Sliding Pipeline-Model Test Author(s) Unknown Author Research Contractor Danish Hydraulic Institute Release DateJune 3, 2021 Reports on the results of a series of model tests investigating the hydrodynamic forces acting on a pipeline which is undergoing lateral motions on the sea bed. The model test program and the results are included. The report also includes a description of the testing technique, model ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-244-18702-R01 Evaluation of Casing Integrity for Underground Storage Wells Author(s) Gang Tao, Mark Stephens Research Contractor C-FER Technologies Release DateJune 1, 2021 This work was funded in part, under the Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. The views and conclusions contained in this document are those of the authors and should not be interpreted as representing the official policies, either expressed or ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-20600-R01 Flow Testing of FS500 Meters Author(s) Terry Grimley Research Contractor Southwest Research Institute Release DateMay 28, 2021 SICK FLOWSIC500 (FS500) ultrasonic flow meters were tested over a range of pressures and flow rates in piping configurations that are similar to those commonly used for rotary meters. This project extends the results previously reported in PR-015-17605-R01 to include meters for line sizes up to ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-586-20205-Z01 Pump Station Efficiency Improvement Evaluation Author(s) Ralph Dickau, Bill Lockley Research Contractor ROD Engineering Ltd. Release DateMay 24, 2021 Pump station efficiency improvement is more complicated and specialized than simply following the latest industry trends. Liquids pipelines are different in many ways from comparable pumping environments. The pumps and electrical equipment are larger than in typical utilities, the ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-670-183826-R03 Extended Evaluation of LSM-Magnetorestrictive Pipe Models Author(s) Louise Wright, Louise Crocker Research Contractor National Physical Laboratory Release DateMay 10, 2021 Integrity assessment of pipelines is vital to ensure that oil and gas pipes have adequate strength to prevent leaks and ruptures. Regular inspections are conducted to confirm safe operation conditions of pipelines. The industry’s principal method for assessing pipelines is in-line inspection ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-652-195104-R02 Development of Heavy Wall ILI Test Samples Author(s) Chantz Denowh, Chris Alexander, Ahmed Hassanin Research Contractor ADVIntegrity Release DateMay 7, 2021 Guidance is needed for the pipeline industry’s in-line inspection (ILI) technologies as current industry practices address mainly thin-wall pipe specifications as well as spool and defect design. Heavy-wall pipe is mostly found in subsea applications where the predominant threats are ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-000-21COMP-R02 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions Compendium Author(s) Gary Choquette Research Contractor Pipeline Research Council International Release DateApril 28, 2021 This summary report of past PRCI-funded projects and related research is intended to make it easier for member companies and research contractors to identify and locate past projects in order to avoid unnecessary replication or research efforts and to aid in the implementation and use of this ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR164-205102-R01 Application of Probabilistic Fracture Mechanics to Engineering Critical Assessment Author(s) Isabel Hadley Research Contractor TWI Ltd. Release DateApril 27, 2021 This report summarizes the results of a series of deterministic and probabilistic fracture and fatigue calculations carried out in order to: Demonstrate that ProCW correctly implements probabilistic ECA, eg by comparing selected deterministic and probabilistic calculations, ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR469-173604-R01 Guidelines on the Selection and Application of Cathodic Protection Coupons Author(s) Bi Wuxi, Chen Zhenhua Research Contractor PipeChina North Pipeline Company Release DateApril 19, 2021 A Cathodic Protection (CP) coupon is a useful tool to evaluate the CP level of a buried structure; however, some issues have remained unresolved to date, such as CP coupon edge effects, coating effects, coupon orientations, base plate lateral width effects, etc. The aim of this project ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-591-20700-R01 Wellhead Seals Best Practices Author(s) Sophie Minas, Brandon Lampe Research Contractor WSP USA Release DateApril 8, 2021 Wellhead seals are a key component of reservoir and salt-cavern storage wells that function to seal the well from the external environment and separate stored fluids contained within the well. Loss of integrity of these seals or seal failures are a common occurrence in the storage industry. ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-663-20208-Z01 CO2e Economic Analysis Tool Author(s) Warren Peterson Research Contractor Peterson Measurement, Inc. Release DateMarch 23, 2021 The CO2e Economic Analysis Tool (CEAT) is a spreadsheet-based application for comparing project alternatives that are sensitive to GHG emission rates, emission levies or other financial parameters. The tool is applicable to hydrocarbon transportation systems, with an emphasis on natural gas ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR186-203813-R01 Literature Review Pipeline Mid-wall Defect Detection and FFS Assessment Author(s) Benjamin Hanna, Tom Bubenik, Barbara Padgett Research Contractor DNV Inc. Release DateMarch 22, 2021 A literature review on the current industry understanding of mid-wall cracking and its detection was conducted. A summary of key factors influencing mid-wall cracking and modern integrity management approaches for the phenomenon are summarized. Based on the literature review and subject matter ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-335-203810-R02 Review of X-Ray Computed Tomography for Nondestructive Evaluation of Pipelines Author(s) Owen Malinowski, Jason Van Velsor, Scott Riccardella Research Contractor Structural Integrity Assoc. Inc. Release DateMarch 19, 2021 The applications of Computed Tomography (CT) are vast, spanning several industries and disciplines. The industrial application of Computed Tomography to characterize pipeline defects is a complex and relatively new application of the technology that is rapidly evolving. This report documents ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-350-174507-R03 Interim Recommendations for the Mitigation of Low-Strain Girth Weld Failures Author(s) Yong-Yi Wang Research Contractor Center for Reliable Energy Systems, LLC Release DateMarch 2, 2021 This technical bulletin was developed in response to a significant number of manual girth weld failures in newly constructed pipelines. These failures are associated with some systemic deficiencies in current practices, and thus require immediate action. The primary objective of this ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-19606-R01 In-Situ Ultrasonic Gas Meter Flow Verification Author(s) Adam Hawley, Swanand Bhagwat Research Contractor Southwest Research Institute Release DateFebruary 24, 2021 This project provided a proof of concept for an in-situ verification method for ultrasonic flow meters in natural gas service. The tested method consisted of simultaneously injecting helium in a minimum of two locations upstream from an ultrasonic flow meter at a known distance apart. The results ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR350-174515-R01 Guidance on Excavation and Backfill in Areas of High Axial Strain and Stress Author(s) Yong-Yi Wang Research Contractor Center for Reliable Energy Systems, LLC Release DateFebruary 23, 2021 Excavation and backfill of in-service pipelines in areas of geohazards could face some unique challenges. The buried pipelines could be subjected to moderate to high levels of longitudinal/axial strains and stresses at the time of excavation. Operators need to make decisions on when ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR652-184505-R01 Evaluating Installation Techniques for Pipeline Repair Methods Author(s) Chris Alexander Research Contractor ADVIntegrity Release DateFebruary 16, 2021 A testing program was conducted to evaluate the effects of internal pressure during the installation of composite and steel sleeves repair systems on pipelines with plain dents. The testing program included cyclic pressure testing a group of 12.75-inch OD x 0.188-inch WT, Grade X42 pipe samples ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-309-20201-R01 CFD Study of Prechamber Ignition Mechanisms for GHG Reduction Author(s) Mark Patterson, Nelson Xie, Kyle Beurlot, Timothy Jacobs, Daniel Olsen Research Contractor Advanced Engine Technologies, Texas A&M University, Colorado State University Release DateFebruary 4, 2021 Pre-Combustion Chambers (PCCs) are commonly used in large-bore natural gas engines to improve the repeatability of ignition and the completeness of combustion, particularly when the engine operates near the lean limit. A study of the ignition of the MCC in a Cooper-Bessemer GMV two stroke lean ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR652-203801-R01 Large Standoff Magnetometry (LSM) Technology Literature Review Author(s) Mehrdad Kashefi, Thomas Krause Research Contractor Royal Military College of Canada Release DateFebruary 2, 2021 With improving accuracy and sensitivity of magnetic sensors, an attractive branch of the magnetic memory method (MMM) technique has been developed. Large Standoff Magnetometry (LSM) is an emerging non-destructive, remote, passive, non-contact and magnetic test method based on Villari effect, which ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. IPC-2020-COMP ASME 13th International Pipeline Conference - 2020 Author(s) Gary Choquette Research Contractor Pipeline Research Council International Release DateJanuary 29, 2021 A compendium of the papers presented at the 13th IPC in 2020. The related papers are available for purchase from the ASME website. More Info