Influence of Wheel/Rail Contact Geometry on Large Amplitude Wheelset Equations of Motion

1981 ◽  
Vol 103 (3) ◽  
pp. 211-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. D. Burton
Keyword(s):  
Large Amplitude ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Vertical Motion ◽  
Contact Geometry ◽  
Constraint Forces ◽  
Velocity Models ◽  
Lateral Creep ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion ◽  
Normal Constraint ◽  
Creep Velocity

The nonlinear equations of motion and velocities of creep of a simply restrained wheelset on tangent track are derived for the case of large amplitude motion including flange contact. The nonlinearities considered are those arising from the wheel/rail contact geometry. It is shown that during flange contact the lateral creep velocity may differ by as much as 30-40 percent when compared to that calculated using the usual creep velocity models. Furthermore, the use of the equations of rolling and vertical motion as a means of defining the wheel/rail normal constraint forces results in the inclusion in the dynamic model of several effects not usually included. The equations of motion which result for the lateral translation and yaw of the wheelset contain substantially different loadings than those used in most models. The attendant effect on wheelset stability may be significant.

scholarly journals Modeling of Ship Roll Dynamics and Its Coupling with Heave and Pitch

2010 ◽  
Vol 2010 ◽  
pp. 1-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. A. Ibrahim ◽  
I. M. Grace
Keyword(s):  
Large Amplitude ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Ship Motions ◽  
Wave Loads ◽  
Special Cases ◽  
Restoring Forces ◽  
Ship Roll ◽  
Main Components ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion ◽  
Inertia Forces

In order to study the dynamic behavior of ships navigating in severe environmental conditions it is imperative to develop their governing equations of motion taking into account the inherent nonlinearity of large-amplitude ship motion. The purpose of this paper is to present the coupled nonlinear equations of motion in heave, roll, and pitch based on physical grounds. The ingredients of the formulation are comprised of three main components. These are the inertia forces and moments, restoring forces and moments, and damping forces and moments with an emphasis to the roll damping moment. In the formulation of the restoring forces and moments, the influence of large-amplitude ship motions will be considered together with ocean wave loads. The special cases of coupled roll-pitch and purely roll equations of motion are obtained from the general formulation. The paper includes an assessment of roll stochastic stability and probabilistic approaches used to estimate the probability of capsizing and parameter identification.

Large Amplitude Oscillations of Thin Circular Rings

1987 ◽  
Vol 54 (2) ◽  
pp. 315-322 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. P. Maganty ◽  
W. B. Bickford
Keyword(s):  
Large Amplitude ◽  
Multiple Scales ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Circular Ring ◽  
Bending Mode ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Circular Rings ◽  
Linear Problems ◽  
Plane Bending ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion

Using an intrinsic formulation, an accurate set of geometrically nonlinear equations of motion is derived for the large amplitude oscillations of a thin circular ring. Non-dimensionalization of the equations of motion and the compatibility conditions indicates clearly that certain terms involving the extensional deformation, the shear deformation, and the rotatory inertia are relatively small and can be discarded. The resulting equations of motion are analyzed by the method of multiple scales with a single bending mode approximation to the linear problems indicating a softening type of nonlinearity for both the in-plane and the out-of-plane problems with the out-of-plane flexural motion experiencing a greater degree of softening when compared to that of the in-plane flexural motion. The results for the nonresonant case indicate that the frequency of an out-of-plane bending mode is significantly reduced by the presence of a nonzero in-plane bending amplitude, whereas the results for the resonant case indicate the presence of unsteady oscillations with an exchange of energy between the in-plane and the out-of-plane modes.

Nonlinear Vibrations of Cantilever Circular Cylindrical Shells

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Amabili ◽  
Ye. Kurylov
Keyword(s):  
Large Amplitude ◽  
Nonlinear Vibrations ◽  
Circular Cylindrical Shell ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Continuation Method ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Elastic Strain Energy ◽  
Displacement Fields ◽  
Variable Boundary ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion

Only experimental studies are available on large amplitude vibrations of cantilever shells. In the present paper, large-amplitude nonlinear vibrations of cantilever circular cylindrical shell are investigated. Shells with perfect and imperfect shape are studied. The Sanders-Koiter nonlinear shell theory, which includes shear deformation, is used to calculate the elastic strain energy. Shell’s displacement fields (longitudinal, circumferential and radial) are expanded by means of a double mixed series: harmonic functions for the circumferential variable; Chebyshev polynomials for the longitudinal variable. Boundary conditions are exactly satisfied. The Lagrangian approach is applied to obtain a system of nonlinear ordinary differential equations. The nonlinear equations of motion are studied by using arclength continuation method and bifurcation analysis. Numerical responses in the spectral neighborhood of the lowest natural frequency are obtained.

On the Parametric Excitation of Pendulum-Type Vibration Absorber

1961 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 330-334 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eugene Sevin
Keyword(s):  
Energy Transfer ◽  
Numerical Solution ◽  
Parametric Excitation ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Vibration Absorber ◽  
Single Cycle ◽  
Linearized System ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion ◽  
Beam Oscillation ◽  
Energy Interchange

The free motion of an undamped pendulum-type vibration absorber is studied on the basis of approximate nonlinear equations of motion. It is shown that this type of mechanical system exhibits the phenomenon of auto parametric excitation; a type of “instability” which cannot be accounted for on the basis of the linearized system. Complete energy transfer between modes is shown to occur when the beam frequency is twice the simple pendulum frequency. On the basis of a numerical solution, approximately 150 cycles of the beam oscillation take place during a single cycle of energy interchange.

Less=Moor: A Time-Efficient Computational Tool to Assess the Behavior of Moored Ships in Waves

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yijun Wang ◽  
Alex van Deyzen ◽  
Benno Beimers
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Research Effort ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Line Tension ◽  
Mooring Line ◽  
Induced Response ◽  
Wave Forces ◽  
Computational Tool ◽  
The Time Domain ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion

In the field of port design there is a need for a reliable but time-efficient method to assess the behavior of moored ships in order to determine if further detailed analysis of the behavior is required. The response of moored ships induced by gusting wind and/or waves is dynamic. Excessive motion response may cause interruption of the (un)loading operation. High line tension may cause lines to snap, introducing dangerous situations. A (detailed) Dynamic Mooring Analysis (DMA), however, is often a time-consuming and expensive exercise, especially when responses in many different environmental conditions need to be assessed. Royal HaskoningDHV has developed a time-efficient computational tool in-house to assess the wave (sea or swell) induced dynamic response of ships moored to exposed berths. The mooring line characteristics are linearized and the equations of motion are solved in the frequency domain with both the 1st and 2nd wave forces taken into account. This tool has been termed Less=Moor. The accuracy and reliability of the computational tool has been illustrated by comparing motions and mooring line forces to results obtained with software that solves the nonlinear equations of motion in the time domain (aNySIM). The calculated response of a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) moored to dolphins located offshore has been presented. The results show a good comparison. The computational tool can therefore be used to indicate whether the wave induced response of ships moored at exposed berths proves to be critical. The next step is to make this tool suitable to assess the dynamic response of moored ships with large wind areas, e.g. container ships, cruise vessels, RoRo or car carriers, to gusting wind. In addition, assessment of ship responses in a complicated wave field (e.g. with reflected infra-gravity waves) also requires more research effort.

Simulation of Engine Vibration on Nonlinear Hydraulic Engine Mounts

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. R. Ohadi ◽  
G. Maghsoodi
Keyword(s):  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Governing Equations ◽  
Engine Mounts ◽  
Engine Vibration ◽  
Engine Mount ◽  
Rotational Motions ◽  
The Time Domain ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion ◽  
Four Cylinders

In this paper, vibration behavior of engine on nonlinear hydraulic engine mount including inertia track and decoupler is studied. In this regard, after introducing the nonlinear factors of this mount (i.e. inertia and decoupler resistances in turbulent region), the vibration governing equations of engine on one hydraulic engine mount are solved and the effect of nonlinearity is investigated. In order to have a comparison between rubber and hydraulic engine mounts, a 6 degree of freedom four cylinders V-shaped engine under inertia and balancing masses forces and torques is considered. By solving the time domain nonlinear equations of motion of engine on three inclined mounts, translational and rotational motions of engines body are obtained for different engine speeds. Transmitted base forces are also determined for both types of engine mount. Comparison of rubber and hydraulic mounts indicates the efficiency of hydraulic one in low frequency region.

A Hybrid Highly Parallelizable Algorithm for the Dynamics of Rigid Body Chain Systems

1999 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shanzhong Duan ◽  
Kurt S. Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Rigid Body ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Constraint Forces ◽  
Dynamics Of Rigid Body ◽  
A Chain ◽  
Explicit Determination ◽  
Order Algorithm

Abstract The paper presents a new hybrid parallelizable low order algorithm for modeling the dynamic behavior of multi-rigid-body chain systems. The method is based on cutting certain system interbody joints so that largely independent multibody subchain systems are formed. These subchains interact with one another through associated unknown constraint forces f¯c at the cut joints. The increased parallelism is obtainable through cutting the joints and the explicit determination of associated constraint loads combined with a sequential O(n) procedure. In other words, sequential O(n) procedures are performed to form and solve equations of motion within subchains and parallel strategies are used to form and solve constraint equations between subchains in parallel. The algorithm can easily accommodate the available number of processors while maintaining high efficiency. An O[(n+m)Np+m(1+γ)Np+mγlog2Np](0<γ<1) performance will be achieved with Np processors for a chain system with n degrees of freedom and m constraints due to cutting of interbody joints.

Consistent Tangent Stiffness of a Three-Dimensional Wheel–Rail Interaction Element

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Quan Gu ◽  
Jinghao Pan ◽  
Yongdou Liu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Quadratic Convergence ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Light Rail ◽  
Software Framework ◽  
Tangent Stiffness ◽  
Rail Vehicle ◽  
Interaction Element ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion

Consistent tangent stiffness plays a crucial role in delivering a quadratic rate of convergence when using Newton’s method in solving nonlinear equations of motion. In this paper, consistent tangent stiffness is derived for a three-dimensional (3D) wheel–rail interaction element (WRI element for short) originally developed by the authors and co-workers. The algorithm has been implemented in finite element (FE) software framework (OpenSees in this paper) and proven to be effective. Application examples of wheelset and light rail vehicle are provided to validate the consistent tangent stiffness. The quadratic convergence rate is verified. The speeds of calculation are compared between the use of consistent tangent stiffness and the tangent by perturbation method. The results demonstrate the improved computational efficiency of WRI element when consistent tangent stiffness is used.

Nonlinear Analysis of a Rigid Rotor on Magnetic Bearings

1995 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Nataraj
Keyword(s):  
Nonlinear Analysis ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Forced Response ◽  
Magnetic Bearings ◽  
Rigid Rotor ◽  
Stability Criteria ◽  
Safe Operation ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Quantitative Results ◽  
Nonlinear Equations Of Motion

A simple model of a rigid rotor supported on magnetic bearings is considered. A proportional control architecture is assumed, the nonlinear equations of motion are derived and some essential nondimensional parameters are identified. The free and forced response of the system is analyzed using techniques of nonlinear analysis. Both qualitative and quantitative results are obtained and stability criteria are derived for safe operation of the system.

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