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    Friction Loss in Y-type Pipe Calculation

    Hi all, I am trying to calculate the friction losses found in a suction inlet pipe for a fire pump. I have attached an image which shows the pipe we are intending to use, but have no idea how to calculate the expected friction losses we would find when using it. I know how to calculate for...
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    Stress Calculation on trailer legs

    Thanks for your reply, The real issue is that the trailer (we're modifying an existing trailer) already has 38 x 1.6mm box section SS legs, and we need to drill new holes half-way between the existing ones as they are now at the wrong height. I'm just wondering how to calculate whether or not...
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    Stress Calculation on trailer legs

    Thanks Danger, Currently we've spec'ed 38mm hollow box, 1.6mm wall section SS316. The trailer weighs 2200kg total with a support leg on each of the 4 corners. The holes on the support leg are currently at 34mm centres, with 5 holes if that makes a difference? Thanks.
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    Stress Calculation on trailer legs

    Hi, I hope someone can help, I'm trying to design a trailer which uses adjustable legs on each corner as support legs while it is is use. The legs are adjustable and have drilled holes for the position pins, and I am trying to work out what wall thickness of leg will be adequate to provide...
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