Saddle supports are used for supporting _____________ vessels?
Correct answer: A. Horizontal cylindrical
- A. Horizontal cylindrical
- B. Tall vertical
- C. Thick walled vertical
- D. Thick spherical
Explanation
Saddle supports distribute the load of a horizontal cylindrical vessel along two supporting regions and reduce local shell stress. Tall vertical vessels are instead commonly supported by skirts or legs.
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