Parameter optimization of sealing performance for packer rubber

2019 ◽  
Vol 71 (5) ◽  
pp. 664-671
Author(s):  
Fuying Zhang ◽  
Hao Che Shui ◽  
Yufei Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Friction Coefficient ◽  
Response Surface ◽  
Inclination Angle ◽  
Rubber Tube ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Sealing Performance ◽  
Maximum Contact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is based on the response surface method, the authors determined the conditions for achieving the optimum rubber-sealing performance by using the maximum contact stress as the response value. Design/methodology/approach A two-dimensional model of a compression packer rubber was established by finite-element analysis software. Under the single axial load of 53.85 MPa, the four single factors of the end-face inclination angle, subthickness, height of rubber and friction coefficient of the rubber were analyzed. Findings Results show that the optimum sealing performance of the rubber tube is achieved when the end-face angle is equal to 45º and the thickness of the rubber tube is 9 mm. The response surface designed by Box–Behnken shows that the sealing performance of the rubber tube is the optimum when the end-face inclination angle is 48.1818°, the subthickness is 9 mm, the height of rubber is 90 mm and the friction coefficient is 0.1. Verification test results show that the model is reliable and effective. Originality/value Packer operations are performed downhole, and research on real experiments is limited. In this work, the feasibility of such experiments is determined by comparing finite-element modeling with actual experiments, and the results have guiding significance for actual downhole operations.

scholarly journals Finite-element analysis and structure optimization of X-O composite seal of cone bit

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 168781402091868
Author(s):  
Shuang Jing ◽  
Anle Mu ◽  
Yi Zhou ◽  
Ling Xie
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Structure Optimization ◽  
Seal Ring ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Root Cause ◽  
Sealing Performance ◽  
Distribution Of Stress

The seal is the key part of the cone bit. To reduce the failure probability, a new seal was designed and studied. The sealing performance and structure optimization of the X-O composite seal was analyzed and compared by finite-element analysis. The stress and contact pressure were analyzed to establish the main structural parameters that affect sealing performance and the direction of the structural optimization. By optimizing these structural parameters, including the height, and the radial and axial arc radii, an optimized structure is obtained. The results show that (1) the X-O composite seal can meet the seal requirement, the excessive height of the X seal ring is the root cause of the uneven distribution of stress, pressure, and distortion. (2) A new seal structure is obtained, the distribution of pressure and stress is reasonable and even, and the values of stress and pressure are reduced to avoid distortion and reduce the wear. Finally, the field test results of the X-O composite seal of cone bit showed that the service life of the bit bearing increased by 16% on average and the drilling efficiency increased by 11% on average compared with the original cone bit with the O seal ring.

Investigation of Design Parameters and Failure Criteria of O-Ring Seal Structure

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dianyin Hu ◽  
Rongqiao Wang ◽  
Quanbin Ren ◽  
Jie Hong
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Shear Stress ◽  
Normal Stress ◽  
Maximum Shear Stress ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Axisymmetric Model ◽  
Sealing Performance ◽  
Maximum Contact

First, this paper established the seal structural 2D axisymmetric model of a certain Solid Rocket Booster (SRB) and calculated the deformation and stresses at ignition through a large displacement, incompressible, contact finite element analysis. The results show that the maximum contact stress appears at the contact area and the maximum shear stress at groove notch. Then, some typical parameters of the seal structure which might have the impact on the sealing performance, such as the gap breadth, initial compressibility, fillets of the groove notch and bottom, groove width, were analyzed. We can find that the gap breadth and initial compressibility do great contributions to the maximum contact normal stress, and the groove notch and bottom fillets act upon the maximum shear stress obviously. In order to verify the validity of the 2D axisymmetric model, 3D structural finite element analysis of the structure was conducted, and the results indicate that in service, the upper flange is inclined relative to the nether flange, which seems to mean that the gap breadth can not be considered as a constant during the 2D axisymmetric analysis. However further calculations say that if using the minimum gap breadth gotten in 3D analysis as its constant gap value, the above 2D axisymmetric model can rationally take the place of 3D model to analyze the sealing performance. Finally, the failure modes & criteria of the O-ring seals based on the maximum contact normal stress and shear stress were determined to ensure the reliability of this structure.

Analysis and optimization of the strain concentration factor in countersunk rivet holes via finite element and response surface methods

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohannad Jreissat ◽  
Mohammad A. Gharaibeh
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Response Surface ◽  
Concentration Factor ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Rectangular Plates ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Response Surface Methods ◽  
Strain Concentration ◽  
Factor Data

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the strain concentration factor in a central countersunk hole riveted in rectangular plates under uniaxial tension using finite element and response surface methods.Design/methodology/approachIn this work, ANSYS software was elected to create the finite element model of the present structure, execute the analysis and generate strain concentration factor (,) data. Response surface method was implemented to formulate a second order equation to precisely compute (,) based on the geometric and material parameters of the present problem.FindingsThe computations of this formula are accurate and in a great agreement with finite element analysis (FEA) data. This equation was further used for obtaining optimum hole and plate designs.Originality/valueAn optimum design of the countersunk hole and the plate that minimizes the (,) value was achieved and hence validated with FEA findings.

Finite Element Analysis of Friction Coefficient on Recycled Concrete Wall-Beam Interface

2014 ◽  
Vol 578-579 ◽  
pp. 699-702
Author(s):  
Min Zhang ◽  
Chuan Long Zou ◽  
Xiao Jian Fu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Friction Coefficient ◽  
Ultimate Load ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Recycled Concrete ◽  
Brick Wall ◽  
Maximum Deflection ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Concrete Wall ◽  
Element Analysis

Mechanical testing on the first group of ordinary brick wall-beam and second group of recycled brickbat concrete wall-beam, measured its ultimate load and the maximum deflection, establishing finite element model to analyze, and comparing with the test results. It will be show that under the action of ultimate load, friction coefficient between the upper-wall of the wall-beam and joist can be desirable between 0.35 ~ 0.45, and the friction coefficient of recycled concrete wall-beam is bigger than ordinary wall-beam, and the higher the intensity of the upper-wall is, the bigger its friction coefficient is, as well as the greater stiffness of the wall-beam is.

Finite Element Analysis of the Effects of Tool-Chip Friction on Cutting Temperature Field

2010 ◽  
Vol 44-47 ◽  
pp. 425-429
Author(s):  
Sheng Yu Liu ◽  
Jian Ying Guo
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Temperature Field ◽  
Friction Coefficient ◽  
Tool Wear ◽  
Inclination Angle ◽  
Metal Cutting ◽  
Cutting Temperature ◽  
Rake Angle ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Cutting Processes

The heat generation caused by tool-chip friction and chip deformation strongly influences the tool wear and tool life in metal cutting processes. The focus of this paper is on the effect of tool-chip on cutting temperature field. A series of ¬finite element simulations have been performed, in which a modifi¬ed Coulomb friction law is used to model the friction along tool–chip interface. A tool rake angle ranging from 10° to 45°, a inclination angle ranging from 0° to 20°, and a friction coefficient ranging from 0.1 to 0.6 have been considered in simulations. The results of these simulations show that the maximum cutting temperature increases with the increasing of tool-chip friction coefficient at different rake angle and inclination angle. The form of tool wear mainly appears as crater wear when the friction coefficient is less than 0.5, and the cutting edge tends to split when the friction coefficient is larger than 0.6.

Simulation of Sealing Performance of Elastomeric O-Ring Gasket Including Metal Skeleton

2014 ◽  
Vol 556-562 ◽  
pp. 615-619
Author(s):  
Guo Liang Zhang ◽  
Zhi Bin Zeng
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Cross Section ◽  
Normal Force ◽  
Circular Cross Section ◽  
Contact Stresses ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Sealing Performance ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Maximum Contact

In the hydraulic and pneumatic equipments, the elastomeric O-ring gaskets are widely used to ensure their sealing. The sealing capability of an elastomeric O-ring gasket depends upon the contact stresses that develop between the O-ring and the surfaces with which it comes into contact. In order to increase the strength and service life of the general elastomeric O-ring gasket, this gasket including metal skeleton is gradually applied to the actual product in recent years. In spite of the sealing performance of the elastomeric O-ring gasket has been investigated in many literatures, few information of it is known about the elastomeric O-ring gasket including metal skeleton. If any gasket degrades or fails, the overall operation and performance of the production will be affected. This paper aims to study the contact stresses occurred on the metal skeleton seal structure under the various interference fits with three sectional forms (trapezoid cross section, square cross section and circular cross section). Finite element analysis is used to predict sealing performance of an installed metal skeleton seal, providing a normal force against the sealing surface. Results gained show that the contact stresses occurred on the metal skeleton seal is larger than it generated on the general elastomeric O-ring gasket. Furthermore, the metal skeleton seal possessed trapezoid cross section can produce the maximum contact stress, which will show the best sealing performance among three sectional forms.

Finite Element Analysis of Reinforced Concrete Beams with Exterior FRP Shell

2011 ◽  
Vol 243-249 ◽  
pp. 1461-1465
Author(s):  
Chuan Min Zhang ◽  
Chao He Chen ◽  
Ye Fan Chen
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Concrete Beams ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Beams ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Contact Interface ◽  
Accurate Calculation ◽  
Element Analysis

The paper makes an analysis of the reinforced concrete beams with exterior FRP Shell in Finite Element, and compares it with the test results. The results show that, by means of this model, mechanical properties of reinforced concrete beams with exterior FRP shell can be predicted better. However, the larger the load, the larger deviation between calculated values and test values. Hence, if more accurate calculation is required, issues of contact interface between the reinforced concrete beams and the FRP shell should be taken into consideration.

Reliability analysis of static liquefaction of loose sand using the random finite element method

2015 ◽  
Vol 32 (7) ◽  
pp. 2100-2119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Johari ◽  
Jaber Rezvani Pour ◽  
Akbar Javadi
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Pressure Ratio ◽  
Monotonic Loading ◽  
Unit Weight ◽  
Soil Parameters ◽  
Loose Sand ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Static Liquefaction ◽  
Random Finite Element

Purpose – Liquefaction of soils is defined as significant reduction in shear strength and stiffness due to increase in pore water pressure. This phenomenon can occur in static (monotonic) or dynamic loading patterns. However, in each pattern, the inherent variability of the soil parameters indicates that this problem is of a probabilistic nature rather than being deterministic. The purpose of this paper is to present a method, based on random finite element method, for reliability assessment of static liquefaction of saturated loose sand under monotonic loading. Design/methodology/approach – The random finite element analysis is used for reliability assessment of static liquefaction of saturated loose sand under monotonic loading. The soil behavior is modeled by an elasto-plastic effective stress constitutive model. Independent soil parameters including saturated unit weight, peak friction angle and initial plastic shear modulus are selected as stochastic parameters which are modeled using a truncated normal probability density function (pdf). Findings – The probability of liquefaction is assessed by pdf of modified pore pressure ratio at each depth. For this purpose pore pressure ratio is modified for monotonic loading of soil. It is shown that the saturated unit weight is the most effective parameter, within the selected stochastic parameters, influencing the static soil liquefaction. Originality/value – This research focuses on the reliability analysis of static liquefaction potential of sandy soils. Three independent soil parameters including saturated unit weight, peak friction angle and initial plastic shear modulus are considered as stochastic input parameters. A computer model, coded in MATLAB, is developed for the random finite element analysis. For modeling of the soil behavior, a specific elasto-plastic effective stress constitutive model (UBCSAND) was used.

3D Coupled Thermomechanical Finite Element Analysis of Ultrasonic Consolidation

2007 ◽  
Vol 539-543 ◽  
pp. 2651-2656 ◽  
Author(s):  
C.J. Huang ◽  
E. Ghassemieh
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Friction Coefficient ◽  
Stress Field ◽  
Ultrasonic Wave ◽  
Ultrasonic Vibration ◽  
Softening Effect ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Consolidation Process ◽  
Ultrasonic Consolidation

A 3-D coupled temperature-displacement finite element analysis is performed to study an ultrasonic consolidation process. Results show that ultrasonic wave is effective in causing deformation in aluminum foils. Ultrasonic vibration leads to an oscillating stress field. The oscillation of stress in substrate lags behind the ultrasonic vibration by about 0.1 cycle of ultrasonic wave. The upper foil, which is in contact with the substrate, has the most severe deformation. The substrate undergoes little deformation. Apparent material softening by ultrasonic wave, which is of great concern for decades, is successfully simulated. The higher the friction coefficient, the more obvious the apparent material softening effect.

Optimization design of titanium alloy connecting rod based on structural topology optimization

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bin Zheng ◽  
Yi Cai ◽  
Kelun Tang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Connecting Rod ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to realize the lightweight of connecting rod and meet the requirements of low energy consumption and vibration. Based on the structural design of the original connecting rod, the finite element analysis was conducted to reduce the weight and increase the natural frequencies, so as to reduce materials consumption and improve the energy efficiency of internal combustion engine. Design/methodology/approach The finite element analysis, structural optimization design and topology optimization of the connecting rod are applied. Efficient hybrid method is deployed: static and modal analysis; and structure re-design of the connecting rod based on topology optimization. Findings After the optimization of the connecting rod, the weight is reduced from 1.7907 to 1.4875 kg, with a reduction of 16.93%. The maximum equivalent stress of the optimized connecting rod is 183.97 MPa and that of the original structure is 217.18 MPa, with the reduction of 15.62%. The first, second and third natural frequencies of the optimized connecting rod are increased by 8.89%, 8.85% and 11.09%, respectively. Through the finite element analysis and based on the lightweight, the maximum equivalent stress is reduced and the low-order natural frequency is increased. Originality/value This paper presents an optimization method on the connecting rod structure. Based on the statics and modal analysis of the connecting rod and combined with the topology optimization, the size of the connecting rod is improved, and the static and dynamic characteristics of the optimized connecting rod are improved.

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