Can standard elliptical heads be used for end caps that are under independent compressive loads? How should the strength calculations be performed?
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Spherical tank heads are commonly used as intermediate heads that are subjected to pressure independently at both ends. Can standard elliptical heads be used for such intermediate heads? How should the strength of standard elliptical heads used as intermediate heads be calculated?
If a complete separation is required, an elliptical head should be used, with connections in the middle in the form of skirt-type tube sections.
Generally, an arch-shaped head is used for sealing.