The discussion focuses on recommendations for books on pipe stress analysis and design, specifically under ASME B31.9: Building Services Piping. Key suggestions include "The Structural Design of the Cross Section of Buried Vitrified Clay Pipelines" by J.H. Walton and "The Steel Designers Manual" from the Constructional Steelwork Association. Additionally, a free resource from Anvil, detailing pipe hanger design, is provided as a valuable reference for seismic and thermal analysis of steam lines in California hospitals.
PREREQUISITESEngineers and designers involved in pipe stress analysis, particularly those working with ASME B31.9 standards, as well as professionals focused on seismic and thermal considerations in piping systems.