API 17B : 2014

Table of Contents

1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms, Definitions, Acronyms, Abbreviations,
   and Symbols
4 System, Pipe, and Component Description
5 Pipe Design Considerations
6 Materials
7 Prototype Testing
8 Manufacturing
9 Handling, Transportation, and Installation
10 Retrieval and Reuse
11 Integrity Management
Annex A (normative) - Flexible Pipe High Temperature
        End-fitting Qualification Test Protocol:
        Volatile Content Polymers
Annex B (normative) - Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
        Coupon Crude Oil Exposure Test Procedure
Annex C (normative) - Flexible Pipe High Temperature
        End-fitting Qualification Test Procedure:
        Low Volatile Content Polymers
Annex D (normative) - Polymer Coupon Crude Oil Exposure
        Test Procedure
Annex E (normative) - Pressure Buildup Test (Unbonded
        Flexible Pipe Only)
Annex F (normative) - Vacuum Test (Unbonded Flexible
        Pipe Only)
Annex G (normative) - Fatigue Analysis Methodology for
        Unbonded Dynamic Risers
Annex H (informative) - Composite Armor for Unbonded
        Flexible Pipe
Bibliography

Abstract

Gives guidelines for the design, analysis, manufacture, testing, installation, and operation of flexible pipes and flexible pipe systems for onshore, subsea, and marine applications.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	American Petroleum Institute
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