Linearizing Stresses Right-click the Stress1 (-vonMises-) icon and select Linearize. In the PropertyManager, select the two approximate locations shown below for Locations. These points are located on the inner and outer tank cross-section boundary (blue line). The line connecting the two points should be approximately normal to the midsurface of the cross-section (the thickness). Zoom-in to the area shown below to select the locations. Click Calculate. Under Report Options, click Plot. The software calculates the stresses based on the local coordinate system defined by the Stress Classification Line (SCL). The SCL line is oriented normal to the midsurface of the wall thickness. The stress tensor at each node includes the six components calculated along the three local vectors: N: Normal vector or Meridional T: Tangential vector from the inner to the outer wall H: Hoop vector normal to the section plane The normal stress graph is shown. Stress Results (Red) Membrane Results (Blue) Membrane Stress + Bending Results (Green) Close the PropertyManager and all of the graphs. You can repeat the steps above to view linearized stresses along different lines including stresses on the nozzle. Congratulations! You have completed this lesson. Parent topicPressure Vessel Design Previous topic Defining a Section Plot