Research Article
Sep 1977
Fault Movement Effects on Buried Oil Pipeline
Authors: Robert P. Kennedy, M.ASCE, Robert A. Williamson, M.ASCE, and Andrew M. ChowAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Transportation Engineering Journal of ASCE
Volume 103, Issue 5
Abstract
In earthquake zones pipeline crossings of major active faults are often unavoidable, and movements of these faults can have serious consequences for the pipeline. The ability of a large diameter shallow-buried pipeline to withstand these movements is studied parametrically. Principal results of the study are summarized herein. Parameters considered include variations in: (1)Fault crossing angle; (2)unanchored length of pipe; (3)depth of burial; (4)wall thickness; (5)pipe diameter; and (6)pipe strength. A simplified procedure accounting for inelastic strains is developed for conservatively evaluating pipeline behavior during fault movement. Results indicate that under suitable conditions, a large diameter shallow-buried pipe can withstand large fault displacements. The procedure can be used to examine many cases other than those considered.
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Transportation Engineering Journal of ASCE
Volume 103 • Issue 5 • September 1977
Pages: 617 - 633
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© 1977 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Sep 1977
Published online: Feb 5, 2021
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Robert P. Kennedy, M.ASCE
Vice Pres., Engrg. Decision Analysis Co., Inc., Irvine, Calif.
Robert A. Williamson, M.ASCE
Principal Engineer, Holmes & Narver, Inc., Anaheim, Calif.
Andrew M. Chow
Sr.Engr., Holmes & Narver, Inc., Anaheim, Calif.
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