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[KevinGTX1]

Hello.

I'm working on a project that involves tank design. Why are there bottom stiffeners on the tank's shell, I wonder?

I read annex V.8.2.3 of the api 650 standard, however it has information on height calculations and stiffening ring dimensioning, but it does not state why.

[latexman]

The floor to shell joint will be under the most pressure, due to liquid head.

[KevinGTX1]

Exists a range?

Should reinforcement be used if it surpasses the value?

or ought to I do a FEA?