Use of Whale Meta-Heuristic Algorithm to Promote the Design of Steel Pipe Racks in Refineries

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Article Type:
Research/Original Article (دارای رتبه معتبر)
Abstract:
Pipe racks are critical components in refineries and petrochemical plants, facilitating the transfer of fluids, gases, and petroleum condensates. As they are widely used in industrial installations, their construction costs represent a large portion of project budgets. Therefore, the economical yet safe design of pipe racks, particularly in the financially constrained oil and gas sector, is a critical imperative. Limited research has focused on the optimized design of these structures. This study presents a methodology employing the Whale Optimization Algorithm—a metaheuristic approach—to design cost-effective and safe pipe racks, thereby mitigating refinery construction and establishment costs. The proposed approach was evaluated on a steel pipe rack based on relevant design considerations. The findings demonstrate that the Whale Optimization Algorithm is an effective means for engineers to attain economical structural designs.
Language:
Persian
Published:
Iranian Gas Engineering Journal, Volume:11 Issue: 20, 2024
Pages:
65 to 77
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