Determination of Eigenfrequencies of Steel Cylindrical Storage Tank

Abstract:

This paper deals with the determination of eigenfrequencies of high steel cylindrical storage tank. The eigenfrequencies have been determined for empty tank and also for the tank with fluid. Water levels varied in the range from 10 cm to 80 cm, with the step 10 cm. The task was solved by 3D computing model. The results were verified by the tests made on real structure in scale 1:1. Total dimensions, a material, the description of created computing model, applied loads, the descriptions of measuring devices and the tests are mentioned here. Obtained results and future plans are discussed at the end of the paper.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 769)
• Pages: 218-224
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.769.218
• Online since: June 2015
• Authors: Lenka Konecna*, Lubomír Baláž
• Keywords: 3D Computing Model, ANSYS, Cylindrical Storage Tank, Eigenfrequency, Fluid, Tests

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