... the shape-based assessment dictates the dent is injurious and a response should be taken. After discussing the inconsistencies in these cases, the authors make recommendations on how operators should use API RP 1183 in its current form. dent deformation screening recommended practice fatigue...

... in a loss of revenue from the asset. Dents are known to be one of the drivers for many integrity excavations, especially for liquid pipelines. A pipeline with a minimal mechanical deformation is not expected to fail immediately, however, severe pressure cycles combined with the geometric distortion can...