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Q2. Explain the term “MAWP” and how it differs from “Design Pressure.”

Explain the difference between ASME Section VIII Div 1 and Div 2.Div 1 is based on the "Design by Rule" philosophy, which is more conservative and uses higher safety factors. Div 2 is "Design by Analysis," allowing for thinner walls and more precise calculations using Finite Element Analysis (FEA), but requiring more rigorous testing. static equipment interview questions updated

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1. "What is your site’s biggest static equipment integrity threat right now? HTHA or CUI?"
2. "Do you use conventional UT or PAUT for your turnaround inspections?"