A Simplified Approach for Predicting Bend Radius in HDPE Pipelines during Offshore Installation
Traditionally, subsea pipelines designed for the transportation of oil, gas, and water are constructed using carbon steel due to its strength, toughness, and ability to operate at temperatures up to 427 °C. However, polyethylene (PE), especially its high-density variant (HDPE), presents advantages s...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-10-01
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Series: | Journal of Marine Science and Engineering |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/11/10/2032 |