Differences in Predicted Flow-Induced Vibration of Submarine Pipelines Considering Cross-Flow and Inline Oscillations and its Influence in Fatigue-Life

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Dominguez ◽  
Armando Blanco ◽  
Euro Casanova ◽  
Nelson Loaiza ◽  
Janneth García
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Flow Induced Vibration ◽  
Fluid Flow Velocity ◽  
Ansys Cfx ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Flow Oscillations ◽  
Lift And Drag ◽  
External Forces

In offshore facilities, the most widely spread way to transport fluids in relatively short distances is through submarine pipelines. These structures are subject to internal and external forces. Nowadays, most of the proposed models to study submarine pipelines subjected to vortex induced vibrations feature a circular cylinder, submitted to a cross-flow, and are able to display oscillations in just the transverse direction to the fluid flow velocity. In this paper three different models that consider a two-dimensional fluid flow around a pipeline were studied via ANSYS CFX®, for Reynolds numbers between 100 and 700, with the purpose of determining the limitations of the 1-DOF models based on the Strouhal number and lift and drag coefficients and account its influence in fatigue lifespan. These models consisted of a static cylinder — i.e. no oscillations —, a cylinder with 1-DOF — i.e. cross-flow oscillations — and a cylinder with 2-DOF — i.e. cross-flow and inline oscillations —. It was found that, although fluid flow Reynolds numbers were very small as to make the submarine pipeline models fall within the finite-life region, a 1-DOF model is accurate enough to predict fatigue lifespan, since it presents respect to the 2-DOF model little deviation in the chosen comparison parameters.

scholarly journals Fluid-Structure Energy Transfer of a Tensioned Beam Subject to Vortex-Induced Vibrations in Shear Flow

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Remi Bourguet ◽  
Michael S. Triantafyllou ◽  
Michael Tognarelli ◽  
Pierre Beynet
Keyword(s):  
Energy Transfer ◽  
Shear Flow ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Structural Vibrations ◽  
Fluid Structure ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Linear Shear ◽  
Structural Responses ◽  
Lock In

The fluid-structure energy transfer of a tensioned beam of length to diameter ratio 200, subject to vortex-induced vibrations in linear shear flow, is investigated by means of direct numerical simulation at three Reynolds numbers, from 110 to 1,100. In both the in-line and cross-flow directions, the high-wavenumber structural responses are characterized by mixed standing-traveling wave patterns. The spanwise zones where the flow provides energy to excite the structural vibrations are located mainly within the region of high current where the lock-in condition is established, i.e. where vortex shedding and cross-flow vibration frequencies coincide. However, the energy input is not uniform across the entire lock-in region. This can be related to observed changes from counterclockwise to clockwise structural orbits. The energy transfer is also impacted by the possible occurrence of multi-frequency vibrations.

A Simple Fluid/Structure and Structure/Structure Interaction Problem in Flow-Induced Vibration

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. Liu ◽  
R. M. C. So ◽  
Y. L. Lau
Keyword(s):  
Vortex Formation ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Quantitative Agreement ◽  
Splitter Plate ◽  
Flow Induced Vibration ◽  
Vibration Behavior ◽  
Interaction Problem ◽  
Plate System ◽  
Good Agreement

It is known that a splitter plate can moderate the vortex formation behind a cylinder, and consequently the vibration behavior of the cylinder and the plate. This paper uses the standard k-ε model and a modified wall function to simulate the flow-induced vibration of a 2D cylinder-plate system in a cross flow. Good agreement between available measurements and calculations is obtained for a single cylinder in a cross flow at Reynolds numbers up to 105. The flow-induced vibration of a cylinder-plate system in a cross flow is attempted using the same numerical method. It is possible to replicate the vibration behavior for the cylinder and the splitter plate, even though quantitative agreement with measurements is not obtained.

Reynolds Number Effects on Hydrodynamic Coefficients for Pure In-Line and Pure Cross-Flow Forced Vortex Induced Vibrations

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamison L. Szwalek ◽  
Carl M. Larsen
Keyword(s):  
Reynolds Number ◽  
Prediction Models ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Added Mass ◽  
Hydrodynamic Coefficients ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Reynolds Number Effects ◽  
Sinusoidal Oscillations

In-line vibrations have been noted to have an important contribution to the fatigue of free spanning pipelines. Still, in-line contributions are not usually accounted for in current VIV prediction models. The present study seeks to broaden the current knowledge regarding in-line vibrations by expanding the work of Aronsen (2007) to include possible Reynolds number effects on pure in-line forced, sinusoidal oscillations for four Reynolds numbers ranging from 9,000 to 36,200. Similar tests were performed for pure cross-flow forced motion as well, mostly to confirm findings from previous research. When experimental uncertainties are accounted for, there appears to be little dependence on Reynolds number for all three hydrodynamic coefficients considered: the force in phase with velocity, the force in phase with acceleration, and the mean drag coefficient. However, trends can still be observed for the in-line added mass in the first instability region and for the transition between the two instability regions for in-line oscillations, and also between the low and high cross-flow added mass regimes. For Re = 9,000, the hydrodynamic coefficients do not appear to be stable and can be regarded as highly Reynolds number dependent.

The Numerical Research of Two-Degrees-of-Freedom Vortex-Induced Vibrations of Circular Cylinders

2012 ◽  
Vol 204-208 ◽  
pp. 4598-4601
Author(s):  
Jie Li Fan ◽  
Wei Ping Huang
Keyword(s):  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Amplitude Ratio ◽  
Flow Direction ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Circular Cylinders ◽  
Two Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Line Frequency ◽  
Ansys Cfx ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Lock In

The two-degrees-of-freedom of vortex-induced vibration of circular cylinders is numerically simulated with the software ANSYS/CFX. The VIV characteristic, in the two different conditions (A/D=0.07 and A/D=1.0), is analyzed. When A/D is around 0.07, the amplitude ratio of the cylinder’s VIV between in-line and cross-flow direction in the lock-in is lower than that in the lock-out. The in-line frequency is twice of that in cross-flow direction in the lock-out, but in the lock-in, it is the same as that in cross-flow direction and the same as that of lift force. When A/D is around 1.0, the amplitude ratio of the VIV between in-line and cross-flow in the lock-in is obviously larger than that in the lock-out. Both in the lock-in and in the lock-out, the in-line frequency is twice of that in cross-flow direction.

Comparison Between Static, Forced Oscillation and Free Oscillation Model Tests for the Assessment of Galloping Instability at High Reynolds Numbers

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandre Cinello ◽  
François Pétrié ◽  
Thierry Rippol ◽  
Bernard Molin ◽  
Guillaume Damblans
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sections ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Model Tests ◽  
Square Cylinder ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Electric Power Line ◽  
Section Model ◽  
High Reynolds ◽  
Fixed Cylinder

Galloping may take place for non-circular cross sections, such as an ice-coated electric power line or a riser bundle, under current action. This type of instabilities occurs at lower frequency than Vortex Induced Vibrations but with unbounded amplitude, and might be detrimental for riser integrity. In a recent joint industry project, the CITEPH “Gallopan” project, galloping instabilities were investigated for two types of cylinders: an academic square cylinder and a generic riser tower cross section. Model tests and numerical computations were performed to assess the propensity of both cylinders to gallop. Experiments on the square cylinder are reported here. Three types of tests were performed in steady flow: loads measurement on fixed cylinder, at various headings; loads measurement on the cylinder with over imposed cross-flow harmonic oscillations; free transverse oscillations. By using analytical calculations, the ability to predict galloping instability occurrence and amplitude, of each of the three above methods, was compared. Compared to typical results found in literature, these experiments were conducted at a larger scale, and thus with Reynolds number closer to on-site values, i.e. over 105.

Laboratory Investigation of Helical Strakes With Serrated and Twisted Fins to Suppress VIV

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustavo R. S. Assi ◽  
Tommaso Crespi
Keyword(s):  
Cross Section ◽  
Water Channel ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Offshore Structures ◽  
Incoming Flow ◽  
Water Currents ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Helical Strakes

Abstract Slender offshore structures of a cylindrical cross section, such as drilling and production risers, are susceptible to vortex-induced vibrations (VIV) when exposed to water currents. The present work presents an experimental investigation of the suppression of VIV of a circular cylinder by means of three different types of helical strakes: (i) a strake with continuous blades, (ii) a strake with serrated blades (or fins) and (iii) a strake with serrated blades individually twisted in relation to the incoming flow. By altering the blade geometry to produce the twisted-bladed strake, it was possible to keep the same level of suppression of the cross-flow vibration achieved by conventional strakes, but reducing drag in 15%. Experiments have been conducted in a recirculating water channel at moderate Reynolds numbers.

Simultaneous Wake- and Vortex-Induced Vibrations of a Cylinder With Two Degrees of Freedom in Each Direction

2014 ◽  
Vol 136 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
J. R. Chaplin ◽  
W. M. J. Batten
Keyword(s):  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Elastic System ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Structural Response ◽  
Flow Induced Vibration ◽  
Vortex Induced Vibrations ◽  
Complicated Process ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Flow Directions

The flow-induced vibration of one cylinder in the wake of another is the subject of continuing interest in connection with interactions between vertical tension risers in deep water. When one riser is downstream of another, it is likely to be subject to wake-induced and vortex-induced excitations at different frequencies simultaneously. Both are complex mechanisms, and it is reasonable to assume that they interact. To begin to understand this complicated process, it is desirable that any modeling should incorporate some features of a multidegree-of-freedom structural response. With this aim, this paper describes experiments in which one cylinder was free to undergo simultaneous wake- and vortex-induced vibrations downstream of a similar but stationary cylinder in a steady flow. The downstream cylinder was mounted on an elastic system that had two natural frequencies in both the in-line and cross-flow directions. Mass ratios were almost the same in all four modes. Measurements are presented of simultaneous wake- and vortex-induced vibrations for cylinder separations of 5 and 10 diameters in the in-line direction, and up to 4 diameters transversely. At a reduced velocity of 83 (based on the cylinder's lower submerged natural frequency) and a separation of 5 diameters, excursions of wake-induced vibrations peaked at almost 5 diameters, when the downstream cylinder was near the edge of the upstream cylinder's wake.

scholarly journals The Use of Flow-Induced Vibration as An Alternative Resource of New Power Plant in Indonesia

2018 ◽  
Vol 67 ◽  
pp. 01017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Subekti ◽  
Abdul Hammid ◽  
Adi Surjosatyoe
Keyword(s):  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Lift Force ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Interactive System ◽  
Fluid Viscosity ◽  
Flow Induced Vibration ◽  
The Government ◽  
Lift And Drag ◽  
Two Parameters

Considering the current energy crisis in Indonesia which is indicated by the depletion of oil reserve, the government believes that the existing power plants are not adequate to meet the electricity needs of this country. This can be seen clearly with the blackouts in many places in Indonesia. There are two economical methods to generate electricity on a large scale. First is by using hydropower and second is by using heat power. However, this cannot meet the needs of electricity in this country because of the difference in natural conditions in some places in Indonesia. Fluid flow and structure is an interactive system and its interaction is dynamic. This is a coupling system of forces to work on the structure generated by the surrounding fluid. The force of the fluid causes the structure to deform. When the structure is deformed, this means that its orientation to the fluid flow changes, so that, subsequently, the fluid force may change. This condition is called vibration phenomenon caused by flow. This experiment was conducted in Engineering Laboratory of Mercu Buana University Jakarta in 2017. The instrument of this study was the Wind Tunnel. This research aims to find out the flow-induced vibration that was affected by two parameters (flow velocity, the diameter of the kinematic fluid viscosity). These two parameters will get lift force and lift force, thus causing the generator to spin to generate electricity. The result of this research shows that the fluid flow has lift and drag force. The best result was obtained by specimen B velocity of 4.76. It also gave lift displacement of 20 mm. The success of the test depends on the election of spiral spring.

An Investigation Into the Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow Around a Circular Cylinder in Buoyancy Assisting Cross Flow

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara Dalton ◽  
Vanessa Egan ◽  
David Newport ◽  
Mark Davies ◽  
Maurice Whelan
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Fluid Flow ◽  
Circular Cylinder ◽  
Speckle Pattern ◽  
Convection Heat Transfer ◽  
Cross Flow ◽  
Reynolds Numbers ◽  
Temperature Fields ◽  
Axial Fan ◽  
Heated Cylinder

There is considerable interest in mixed convection heat transfer in relation to electronic cooling applications but the physics of this flow in certain situations has yet to be understood. In this paper, an investigation of the heat transfer and fluid flow around a two dimensional circular cylinder is made. The experimental configuration comprised a long heated cylinder suspended in a glass walled enclosure. The airflow within the enclosure was controlled using a baffled axial fan to give a range of low Reynolds numbers from 30 to 83. For three Grashof numbers of 2.40E+04, 3.77E+04 and 5.99E+04, the mean Nusselt number around the cylinder was measured for buoyancy assisting cross flow. Optical techniques were employed to extract the full flow and temperature fields about the cylinder. Digital Speckle Pattern Interferometry (DSPI) was employed to measure the temperature field, and Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) for the velocity field. The presence of the assisting flow was found to stabilise a naturally oscillatory buoyant flow and led to an increase in the heat transfer coefficient over that found in natural flow.

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