TY - CHAP A1 - Nonn, Aida A1 - Cerrone, Albert R. A1 - Stallybrass, C. A1 - Meuser, H. T1 - Microstructure-based modeling of high-strength linepipe steels T2 - 6th Pipeline Technology Conference 2013, 6-9 October, Ostend, Belgium N2 - HE MODERN LONGITUDINALLY WELDED pipes with new generation of steel materials exhibit excellent mechanical properties due to the continuous improvements in thermomechanical controlled processing of plates (TMCP) and pipe (UOE) production processes. While the adjustment of process parameters allows for optimized design of microstructure, safe installation and operation of these pipes for long distance, gas transmission pipelines require a detailed knowledge and characterization of their deformation and fracture performance for specific application. Although the influence of texture on the material properties can be qualitatively estimated, a quantitative link between the microstructural constituents and mechanical behavior is still missing. This paper aims to present the procedure for the development of microstructure-based model to quantitatively describe the mechanical behavior of bainitic X80 pipeline steel. In the first step, the metallographic analysis is conducted to identify the microstructural characteristics, such as volume fractions of microstructure constituents (granular and lower bainite, M-A phase) and their distributions. The strength properties in terms of flow curves are determined by tensile tests on mini-flat and round bar specimens with different sizes. Subsequently, a 2D three-phase model is developed based on the results from the quantitative analyses of microstructure with each phase modeled using the von-Mises plasticity theory. The flow curves of single phases are estimated by considering experimental findings, the chemical composition and microstructural description of each phase. This 2D FE model is then applied to predict ielding and hardening behavior. In addition to the 2D three-phase model, a 3D two-phase model is developed for the purposes of exploring the viability of using a spectral solver to analyze X80 synthetic microstructures. Here, the FFT-based approach is compared against the crystal-plastic finite-element method. The results contribute to a better understanding of the mechanical behavior and allow a more precise microstructure design of the bainitic steels. Y1 - 2013 U6 - https://doi.org/10.13140/2.1.2797.4404 ER - TY - CHAP A1 - Nonn, Aida A1 - Kalwa, Christoph T1 - Application of damage mechanics approach for crack propagation in pipeline T2 - 19th Biennial Joint Technical Meeting (JTM) on Pipeline Research, April 29 - May 3, 2013, Sydney, Australia Y1 - 2013 ER - TY - CHAP A1 - Schneider, Ingo A1 - Nonn, Aida A1 - Völling, Alexander A1 - Mondry, A. A1 - Kalwa, Christoph T1 - A damage mechanics based evaluation of dynamic fracture resistance in gas pipelines T2 - Procedia Materials Science, Volume 3 N2 - Investigation of running ductile fracture in gas transmission pipelines and the derivation of reliable crack arrest prediction methods belong to major topics in pipeline research. The yet available crack arrest criterion, known as the Battelle Two-Curve Method (BTCM), leads to reliable predictions up to grade X70 line pipe steels for which it has been validated. This includes specific limits in terms of mechanical properties, pressure and geometry. The application of this criterion to modern pipeline steels, i.e. especially grades X80 and beyond in combination with larger diameters and high pressure, has led to mispredictions of the BTCM. Hence, in order to ensure safe design of pipelines, new methods are required based on in depth knowledge and appropriate characterization of material resistance. This paper presents a procedure for the assessment of dynamic ductile fracture resistance based on combined experimental and numerical investigations. The procedure involves quasi-static and dynamic drop- weight tear testing (DWTT) on modified specimens with pre-fatigued crack for grades X65, X80 and X100 materials, and the application of cohesive zone (CZ) and Gurson-Tveergard-Needleman (GTN) models to describe ductile material damage. The damage model parameters are calibrated on basis of DWTT results and subsequently used to simulate dynamic crack propagation in a pipeline. The influence of material properties (strain hardening, toughness), pipe geometry, usage factor and decompression behaviour on ductile fracture propagation behaviour is studied and evaluated. The results will contribute to an enhanced understanding of major parameters controlling ductile fracture propagation and will help to establish a reliable procedure for safe design of new high-capacity pipelines with regard to crack arrest. KW - Pipeline KW - Dynamic ductile fracture KW - Crack arrest KW - Cohesive zone model KW - DWT testing Y1 - 2014 U6 - https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mspro.2014.06.315 VL - 3 SP - 1956 EP - 1964 ER - TY - CHAP A1 - Nonn, Aida T1 - Failure modeling of hybrid-laser welds in transition temperature region T2 - 18th European Conference on Fracture, Fracture of Materials and Structures from Micro to Macro Scale, August 30 - September 03, 2010 Dresden, Germany Y1 - 2010 CY - Dresden ER - TY - CHAP A1 - Nonn, Aida A1 - Kalwa, Christoph T1 - Analysis of dynamic ductile fracture propagation in pipeline steels BT - a damage mechanics approach T2 - 6th Pipeline Technology Conference (2013), Ostend, Belgium N2 - Analysis of dynamic ductile fracture propagation in pipeline steels: a damage-T IS A WELL-ESTABLISHED fact that the successful application of new generation of high-strength steel grades for long-distance gas transmission depends strongly on full understanding and appropriate characterization of fracture resistance. A damage mechanics approach has found to be a very promising tool in supporting the experimental characterization of ductile fracture propagation. The major advantage of this approach lies in the consideration of the influence of local stress and strain variables on the damage evolution and thus its capability to describe the fracture resistance of the pipelines with different stress triaxiality level by using the same set of parameters. However, the wider application of this approach has been limited due to the issues such as reliable determination of input parameters and required material properties, mesh size dependence, etc.. The objective of this paper is to characterize dynamic ductile fracture resistance of X65 and X80 pipeline materials and to demonstrate the potential of damage mechanics approach for the simulation of dynamic fracture propagation by using two damage models: (1) Cohesive Zone (CZ) model and (2) Gurson-Tvergaard-Needleman (GTN) model. In the first step, results from quasi-static and dynamic tensile tests are used to describe plasticity in terms of flow curves. The calibration of input parameters for both models is performed by using the load-deformation curves from quasi-static tests on non-standard drop-weight tear (DWT) specimens with pre-fatigued crack. b. In the next step, estimated damage model parameters are verified by means of the dynamic tests on the pressed and Chevron notch DWT specimens. Different amounts of crack growth are established by varying the drop height. The experimental fracture resistance is quantified in terms of J-integral at specific crack length. The numerical results are evaluated with respect to global load-deformation and fracture resistance behavior. Furthermore, damage simulations are applied for quantification of local stress conditions in order to identify the major factors controlling the crack propagation. The results reported here serve as a basis for better understanding of fracture performance in dependences of geometry and material properties. Y1 - 2013 U6 - https://doi.org/10.13140/2.1.4370.3046 ER - TY - CHAP A1 - Nonn, Aida A1 - Kalwa, Christoph T1 - Application of probabilistic fracture mechanics for safety assessment of longitudinally welded linepipes T2 - 6th Pipeline Technology Conference (2013), Ostend, Belgium Y1 - 2013 ER - TY - JOUR A1 - Dinnebier, Heinrich A1 - Ehrlich, Ingo T1 - The effects of severe temperature changes and high humidity on porous CFRP JF - Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering (JAMME) N2 - Purpose: A route to manufacture porous carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) for study purposes is described. Design/methodology/approach: The porous CFRP is characterized using standard techniques such as matrix digestion as well as the more sophisticated method of high resolution Microfocus X-Ray Tomography (μCT). A comparison of the results of those methods is presented. The mass gains of specimens with a wide range of porosity have been measured both in constant humidity and in alternating environments. Findings: It could be shown that severe temperature changes can temporarily increase the moisture content of porous CFRP. However, after the return to a constant environment, the moisture content returns back to saturation levels. Furthermore, it could be shown by X-Ray Tomography that even under severe climatic conditions no permanent liquid water condensates inside the pores. Research limitations/implications: Using Microfocus Computed Tomography it could be shown that even after nearly a year under hot-wet conditions and more than 150 severe temperature cycles there is no liquid water detectable inside the pores. Originality/value: In this paper the effects of severe temperature changes and high humidity on porous CFRP. Y1 - 2014 VL - 67 IS - 1 SP - 14 EP - 20 ER - TY - CHAP A1 - Kofiani, Kirki A1 - Nonn, Aida A1 - Wierzbicki, Tomasz A1 - Kalwa, Christoph A1 - Walters, Carey T1 - Experiments and fracture modeling of high-strength pipelines for high and low stress triaxiality T2 - 22nd International Society of Offshore and Polar Engineering 2012 (ISOPE 2012), Rhodes, Greece, June 2012 N2 - This paper provides results from a comprehensive study on mechanical characterization of high-strength pipeline steel, grade X100 using experimental and numerical methods. The material was characterized for anisotropic plasticity, fracture initiation for various states of stress, (pre-cracked) fracture toughness and uncracked ductility. The experimental program included tests on flat butterfly-shaped, central hole, notched and circular disk specimens for low stress triaxiality levels; as well as tests on round notched bar specimens and SENT fracture mechanics tests, for high values of stress triaxiality. This program covered a wide range of stress conditions and demonstrated its effect on the material resistance. Parallel to the experimental study, detailed numerical investigations were carried out to simulate all different experimental tests. Using an inverse method, a 3-parameter calibration was performed on the Modified Mohr-Coulomb (MMC) fracture model. Subsequently, the predictive capabilities of the MMC were evaluated by the comparison to the fracture toughness tests results, used extensively in the pipeline industry. The capabilities of the MIT fracture model have been demonstrated on an example of high strength offshore steel, X100. The outcome of this study was not only to provide, the overall characterization of the fracture behavior of this material as an example, but also to present the methodology on how to use the MMC model as a practical tool in pipeline design. Y1 - 2012 ER - TY - THES A1 - Ehrlich, Ingo T1 - Impactverhalten schwach gekrümmter Strukturen aus faserverstärkten Kunststoffen Y1 - 2004 UR - https://d-nb.info/973886102/34 CY - München ER - TY - JOUR A1 - Kastenmeier, Andreas A1 - Schmid, Vinzent A1 - Ehrlich, Ingo A1 - Petratos, P. A1 - Mourtos, N. A1 - Trafalis, T. T1 - Specimen Preparation and Material Characterization of Filament Wound GFRP Composite Tubes JF - Athens Journal of Technology & Engineering N2 - Filament wound composite structures are widely used in the field of pressure vessels, tubes, pipelines or rocket cases. The mechanical behavior of these structures is typically different from those of flat laminated structures due to an alternating lay-up sequence, winding tension and manufacturing induced imperfections. However, design and analysis issues require the same engineering data as used for laminated structures in general. It has therefore become necessary to establish an accompanying quality assurance procedure following the production process to identify the material properties of the manufactured tubes especially for the single layer. Consequently, there are three different approaches of determining the elastic moduli and tensile strengths of a filament wound laminate. Either specimens are resected from a curved tube, from a tube with plane areas or standardized flat specimens are manufactured under deviating production conditions. All approaches entail disadvantages, whether in terms of manufacturing or testing parameters including geometry, lay-up sequence, porosity, fiber tension and load direction. This study presents the discrepancies in the determination of mechanical properties of a filament wound glass-fiber-reinforced polymer tube on curved or cylindrical specimens and flat specimens produced to meet the specifications of international standards. In order to obtain material properties not only in longitudinal but also in transverse direction of the tubes, the so-called split-disk tensile test modeled after ASTM Standard D 2290, is used with tube segments.The procedures of specimen production and preparation are described in detail. Material properties such as the fiber volume and void content of the composite specimens are conducted in order to consider quality and production differences. Finally tensile tests are performed and the results are compared and discussed. KW - Composite KW - Fiber-reinforced polymer KW - Filament winding KW - Split-disk KW - Tensile tests KW - Tubes Y1 - 2017 UR - https://www.athensjournals.gr/technology/2017-4-3-2-Kastenmeier.pdf VL - 4 IS - 3 SP - 191 EP - 205 ER - TY - JOUR A1 - Bode, J. 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