CAESAR II

CAESAR II is a software application used for pipe stress analysis in the field of piping engineering. Developed by Hexagon PPM (formerly known as COADE, Inc.), CAESAR II is widely used by engineers and designers in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, and other process-related industries. The software helps in evaluating the structural integrity of piping systems and ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards.

Key features and capabilities of CAESAR II include:

1. Pipe Stress Analysis:

   • CAESAR II performs static and dynamic pipe stress analysis to assess the behavior of piping systems under different loading conditions, including thermal expansion, pressure, and external forces.

2. Compliance with Codes and Standards:

   • The software is designed to check pipe stress against various international piping codes and standards, such as ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, EN 13480, and others.

3. Load Case Definition:

   • Engineers can define and analyze multiple load cases, including thermal, sustained, occasional, wind, seismic, and other loads, to evaluate the impact on the piping system.

4. Material Database:

   • CAESAR II includes a comprehensive material database with a wide range of material properties, allowing users to select appropriate materials for different components of the piping system.

5. Support Modeling:

   • Users can model a variety of pipe supports, hangers, and restraints to accurately represent the physical conditions of the piping system.

6. Nozzle Flexibility Analysis:

   • The software enables users to perform nozzle flexibility analysis to assess the impact of loads on connected equipment such as vessels and pumps.

7. Automatic Spring Selection:

   • CAESAR II can automatically select appropriate spring hanger supports based on user-defined criteria.

8. Wind and Seismic Analysis:

   • The software includes features for wind and seismic analysis to evaluate the effects of external forces on the piping system.

9. Dynamic Analysis:

   • CAESAR II supports dynamic analysis to evaluate the response of the piping system to dynamic loads, including vibration and harmonic analysis.

10. 3D Modeling and Visualization:

    • Users can create and visualize 3D models of the piping system to better understand the spatial relationships and identify potential clashes.

11. Stress Isometrics:

    • The software can generate stress isometric drawings, providing visual representations of stress values and critical locations in the piping system.

12. Load Combinations:

    • CAESAR II allows engineers to define and analyze load combinations to assess the cumulative effect of various loads on the piping system.

CAESAR II plays a crucial role in the design and analysis of piping systems, ensuring that they meet safety and performance requirements. It helps engineers identify potential issues early in the design process, reducing the risk of failures and improving the overall reliability of piping systems. Users are encouraged to refer to the official documentation and contact Hexagon PPM for the latest information and support related to CAESAR II.