scholarly journals Optimization of the Guiding Stability of a Horizontal Axis HTS ZFC Radial Levitation Bearing

Actuators ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 311
Author(s):  
António J. Arsénio ◽  
Francisco Ferreira da Silva ◽  
João F. P. Fernandes ◽  
Paulo J. Costa Branco
Keyword(s):  
Levitation Force ◽  
Horizontal Axis ◽  
Zero Field ◽  
Nsga Ii ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Guidance Force ◽  
Hts Bulk ◽  
Electromagnetic Model ◽  
Optimization Study ◽  
3D Fea

This document presents a study on the optimization of the 3D geometry of a horizontal axis radial levitation bearing with zero-field cooled (ZFC) high-temperature superconductor (HTS) bulks in the stator, and radially magnetized permanent magnet (PM) rings in the rotor. The optimization of component dimensions and spacing to minimize the volume or cost concerning only the maximization of the levitation force was previously studied. The guidance force and guiding stability depend on the spacing between PM rings in the rotor and between the rings of HTS bulks in the stator. This new optimization study aims to find the optimum spacing that maximize the guidance force with given HTS bulk and PM ring dimensions while maintaining the minimum required levitation force. Decisions are taken using the non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm (NSGA-II) over 3D finite element analysis (FEA). A simplified electromagnetic model of equivalent relative permeability is used on 3D FEA to reduce numerical processing and optimization time. Experimental prototypes were built to measure magnetic forces and validate appropriate values of equivalent magnetic permeability. An analysis of stable and unstable geometry domains depending on the spacing between rings of HTS bulks and PM rings is also done for two HTS bulk sizes.

Numerical Analysis of Levitation Forces Dynamic Behavior in the HTS-Magnet Levitation System

2013 ◽  
Vol 745-746 ◽  
pp. 233-238
Author(s):  
Wen Feng Zhang ◽  
Guo Min Zhang ◽  
Dong Xia ◽  
Qing Quan Qiu ◽  
Zhi Qiang Yu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Field ◽  
High Temperature Superconductor ◽  
Levitation Force ◽  
Zero Field ◽  
Hts Bulk ◽  
Plane Field ◽  
Levitation System ◽  
The Magnetic Field ◽  
H Formulation ◽  
Hts Magnet

t is important to simulate the levitation force and its relaxation with time for the designers in the process of designing a HTS (high temperature superconductor)-magnet levitation bearing. In this paper, FEM (finite element method) based on HTSs critical-state model using H formulation was introduced. In the zero field condition, the process of magnetization of a cylindrical HTS bulk was simulated. The result showed that, current would be induced when HTS bulk was put in the external magnetic field, and the induced current tried to prevent the change of the magnetic field in the HTS bulk. When the external field disappeared, HTS bulk trapped some of the field and the bulk was magnetized. HTS-magnet levitation models were built in both the axisymmetric field and the plane field. Forces and their relaxations with time were calculated. In the HTS-magnet levitation system, force faded with time and faded slower as time went on. The force was bigger when the HTS bulk was put closer to the magnet and relaxed a little more.

Multi-objective structural optimization of a wind turbine blade using NSGA-II algorithm and FSI

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramazan Özkan ◽  
Mustafa Serdar Genç
Keyword(s):  
Structural Optimization ◽  
Wind Turbine ◽  
Turbine Blade ◽  
Wind Turbine Blade ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Aerodynamic Optimization ◽  
Nsga Ii ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Multi Objective ◽  
Optimization Study

Purpose Wind turbines are one of the best candidates to solve the problem of increasing energy demand in the world. The aim of this paper is to apply a multi-objective structural optimization study to a Phase II wind turbine blade produced by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to obtain a more efficient small-scale wind turbine. Design/methodology/approach To solve this structural optimization problem, a new Non-Dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm (NSGA-II) was performed. In the optimization study, the objective function was on minimization of mass and cost of the blade, and design parameters were composite material type and spar cap layer number. Design constraints were deformation, strain, stress, natural frequency and failure criteria. ANSYS Composite PrepPost (ACP) module was used to model the composite materials of the blade. Moreover, fluid–structure interaction (FSI) model in ANSYS was used to carry out flow and structural analysis on the blade. Findings As a result, a new original blade was designed using the multi-objective structural optimization study which has been adapted for aerodynamic optimization, the NSGA-II algorithm and FSI. The mass of three selected optimized blades using carbon composite decreased as much as 6.6%, 11.9% and 14.3%, respectively, while their costs increased by 23.1%, 29.9% and 38.3%. This multi-objective structural optimization-based study indicates that the composite configuration of the blade could be altered to reach the desired weight and cost for production. Originality/value ACP module is a novel and advanced composite modeling technique. This study is a novel study to present the NSGA-II algorithm, which has been adapted for aerodynamic optimization, together with the FSI. Unlike other studies, complex composite layup, fiber directions and layer orientations were defined by using the ACP module, and the composite blade analyzed both aerodynamic pressure and structural design using ACP and FSI modules together.

scholarly journals Modified Technique of Porcelain Laminate Veneer in Premolars with Abfraction Lesions: Three-Dimensional Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 120-126
Author(s):  
Larissa Marcia Martins Alves ◽  
Lisseth Patricia Claudio Contreras ◽  
João Paulo Mendes Tribst ◽  
Renata Marques de Melo ◽  
Alexandre Luiz Souto Borges
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Composite Resin ◽  
Glass Ionomer Cement ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Glass Ionomer ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
Laminate Veneers ◽  
Ionomer Cement

The incidence of non-carious cervical lesions (NCCLs) has increased as populations are aging, and teeth are increasingly retained for life. Several materials are available to treat these lesions. This study aimed to evaluate the stress distribution of maxillary premolars with NCCLs using three-dimensional (3D) finite element analysis (FEA) according to different restorative techniques. A 3D FEA mathematical model simulating a sound premolar was initially modeled and replicated in 6 more models simulating a tooth with abfraction: G.1 tooth with abfraction; G.2 tooth with abfraction + composite resin restoration; G.3 tooth with abfraction + glass-ionomer cement restoration; G.4 tooth with abfraction + resin composite restoration + porcelain laminate veneers; G.5 tooth with abfraction + glass-ionomer cement + porcelain laminate veneers; and G.6 modified porcelain laminate veneers filling the lesion. All materials and structures were considered linear, elastic, homogeneous and isotropic and the results were expressed as maximum principal stress. Lower stress concentration in dentin was calculated when the tooth was restored with composite resin and glass-ionomer cement. Regarding the veneer techniques, no difference was found to dentin stress among the groups, but the modified veneer concentrated less stress in the restoration than other the techniques. The control group had the highest concentration of stress in the lesion. All techniques decreased the stress concentration inside the NCCLs and the indirect veneer filling the lesion presented better biomechanical behavior than the veneer cemented above direct restorations.  Keywords: Finite Element Analysis. Dental Veneers. Ceramics. Bicuspid. Resumo A incidência de lesões cervicais não-cariosas (LCNC) tem aumentado, uma vez que a população tem envelhecido com uma menor perda de elementos dentários. Diferentes materiais estão disponíveis para tratar dessas lesões. Este estudo objetivou avaliar a distribuição de tensão de pré-molares superiores com LCNC por meio da análise tridimensional (3D) de elementos finitos (FEA) de acordo com diferentes técnicas restauradoras. Um modelo matemático 3D FEA simulando um pré-molar íntegro foi modelado e replicado em mais 6 modelos simulando um dente com abfração: G.1 dente com abfração; G.2 dente com abfração + resina composta; G.3 dente com abfração + cimento de ionômero de vidro; G.4 dente com abfração + resina composta + faceta; G.5 dente com abfração + cimento de ionômero de vidro + faceta cerâmica e G.6 com faceta cerâmica modificada, preenchendo a lesão. Todos os materiais e estruturas foram considerados lineares, elásticos, homogêneos e isotrópicos e os resultados foram expressos como máxima tensão principal. Menor concentração de tensão na dentina foi calculada quando o dente foi restaurado com resina composta ou cimento de ionômero de vidro. Dentre os grupos com laminados, não houve diferença para a dentina, entretanto a faceta modificada apresentou menor concentração de tensão na restauração. O grupo controle apresentou a maior concentração de tensão na lesão. Todas as técnicas restauradoras diminuíram a concentração de tensão no interior das LCNCs e dentre as técnicas com laminados a faceta modificada apresentou o melhor comportamento biomecânico. Palavras-chave: Análise de Elementos Finitos. Facetas Dentárias. Cerâmica. Dente Pré-Molar.

Numerical Optimization of Silicon Stacked Module for 3-D Packaging Applications

2008 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-76
Author(s):  
Akella G.K. Viswanath ◽  
Xiaowu Zhang ◽  
Y.Y. Wang ◽  
S.W. Yoon ◽  
Navas Khan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Solder Joint ◽  
Functional Integration ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Interfacial Stress ◽  
Electrical Performance ◽  
Thickness Variation ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Variation Of Parameters ◽  
Optimization Study ◽  
Electroplated Copper

Three-dimensional package format has gained more popularity for various applications because of the trend toward higher functional integration, miniaturization, and better electrical performance. This paper presents a design optimization study of a 3-D package using a silicon interposer. The package consists of three stacks with five dies. Electrical connections through the silicon interposers are done by through-silicone vias (TSVs) filled with electroplated copper. Initially, structural optimization of the package is conducted by a 2-D finite element analysis and later, statistical analysis is performed to estimate the coupled effects of parameters considered for the design. Carrier thickness variation is found to be the most significant effect on the package warpage. Interfacial stress between the copper plug and the silicon via hole has been investigated and reported. A 3-D model is constructed for the solder joint reliability study with SnAgCu material properties. Solder joint life with variation of parameters (i.e., board level underfill, higher standoff solder interconnect, and low CTE board) is studied, and all results are reported accordingly.

scholarly journals The Influence of Custom-Milled Framework Design for an Implant-Supported Full-Arch Fixed Dental Prosthesis: 3D-FEA Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (11) ◽  
pp. 4040
Author(s):  
João Paulo Mendes Tribst ◽  
Amanda Maria de Oliveira Dal Piva ◽  
Roberto Lo Giudice ◽  
Alexandre Luiz Souto Borges ◽  
Marco Antonio Bottino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Design ◽  
Dental Prosthesis ◽  
Von Mises Stress ◽  
Homogeneous Material ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Framework Design ◽  
Fixed Dental Prosthesis ◽  
Modeling Software ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
Von Mises

The current study aimed to evaluate the mechanical behavior of two different maxillary prosthetic rehabilitations according to the framework design using the Finite Element Analysis. An implant-supported full-arch fixed dental prosthesis was developed using a modeling software. Two conditions were modeled: a conventional casted framework and an experimental prosthesis with customized milled framework. The geometries of bone, prostheses, implants and abutments were modeled. The mechanical properties and friction coefficient for each isotropic and homogeneous material were simulated. A load of 100 N load was applied on the external surface of the prosthesis at 30° and the results were analyzed in terms of von Mises stress, microstrains and displacements. In the experimental design, a decrease of prosthesis displacement, bone strain and stresses in the metallic structures was observed, except for the abutment screw that showed a stress increase of 19.01%. The conventional design exhibited the highest stress values located on the prosthesis framework (29.65 MPa) between the anterior implants, in comparison with the experimental design (13.27 MPa in the same region). An alternative design of a stronger framework with lower stress concentration was reported. The current study represents an important step in the design and analysis of implant-supported full-arch fixed dental prosthesis with limited occlusal vertical dimension.

Parametric study on the capability of three-dimensional finite element analysis (3D-FEA) of compressive behaviour of Douglas fir

Holzforschung ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 70 (6) ◽  
pp. 539-546 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jung-Pyo Hong ◽  
Jun-Jae Lee ◽  
Hwanmyeong Yeo ◽  
Chul-Ki Kim ◽  
Sung-Jun Pang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Douglas Fir ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Compressive Behaviour ◽  
Wood Compression ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

Abstract This study is aiming at the simulation of wood compression (C) at a macroscopic level by means of a three-dimensional finite element analysis (3D-FEA) of solid wood and evaluation of the capability and limitations of this approach. C-Tests were carried out on Douglas fir according to ASTM D 143. The specimens included the 25×25×100 mm3 cuboid bars for longitudinal (L), radial (R) and tangential (T) directions and the conventional 50×50×150 mm3 blocks for the perpendicular to grain (⊥) direction. Two sets of wood parameters were developed and the 3D-FEA was implemented for the two types of specimens. The 3D-FEA worked successfully provided that the stress state coming from the total wood C was uniform. However, in case of the dominance of local compressive behaviour such as bearing, crushing and fibre shear, a microscopic-level modelling technique is needed for correction of the material parameters. More details on the limitations and difficulties of 3D-FE implementation for wood were discussed.

Shape Optimization Study of Mild Steel Slit Dampers

2010 ◽  
Vol 168-170 ◽  
pp. 2434-2438 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Hong Xu ◽  
Ai Qun Li ◽  
Xing De Zhou ◽  
Peng Sun
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Mild Steel ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Elastic Stiffness ◽  
Displacement Curve ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Optimization Study ◽  
Maximal Stress ◽  
Yield Displacement

This paper presented a new mild steel slit damper(SSD). The new shape was parabolic according to all the cross section having the same maximal stress, and the elastic stiffness and yield displacement formula were derived. Finite element analysis showed that the parabolic shaped damper had a more reasonable load - displacement curve compared with the previously proposed shape. The theoretical stiffness and yield displacement were consistent with the results by finite element method (FEM), and that indicated the presented design method was simple and feasible.

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