Modeling Approach of Hydropneumatic Tensioner for Top-Tensioned Riser

2018 ◽  
Vol 140 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Baiquan Chen ◽  
Jianxing Yu ◽  
Yang Yu ◽  
Lixin Xu ◽  
Han Wu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Simplified Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Fea Model ◽  
Kinematic Relationship ◽  
Study Results ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
Linear Spring ◽  
Inaccurate Estimation ◽  
Relationship Of

A three-dimensional (3D) finite element analysis (FEA) model of top-tensioned riser (TTR) with hydropneumatic tensioner is proposed in this work. First, the tension calculation equation of the hydropneumatic system is derived, and the kinematic relationship of the platform–tensioner–riser system is established. Second, a 3D FEA model is established based on the FEA code ABAQUS, considering the actual riser string configuration and the Christmas tree. At last, four kinds of tensioner models, i.e., a constant vertical tension model, a conventional simplified model, a linear spring–damper model, and a nonlinear spring–damper model, are compared and analyzed in this study. Results show that the constant vertical tension model is not recommended as it cannot reflect the actual tension in the tensioner and the response of the TTR. The conventional simplified model indeed overestimates the tension of tensioner and may lead to inaccurate estimation results of the TTR response. The linear model is applicable when the environmental condition is relatively mild, but it is strongly recommended to use the nonlinear model especially in harsher environmental conditions.

Effect of Residual Stress or Plastic Deformation History on Fatigue Life Simulation of Pipeline Dents

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xian-Kui Zhu ◽  
Rick Wang
Keyword(s):  
Residual Stress ◽  
Plastic Deformation ◽  
Fatigue Life ◽  
Residual Stresses ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Strain History ◽  
Deformation History ◽  
Stress Strain ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Fea Model

Mechanical dents often occur in transmission pipelines, and are recognized as one of major threats to pipeline integrity because of the potential fatigue failure due to cyclic pressures. With matured in-line-inspection (ILI) technology, mechanical dents can be identified from the ILI runs. Based on ILI measured dent profiles, finite element analysis (FEA) is commonly used to simulate stresses and strains in a dent, and to predict fatigue life of the dented pipeline. However, the dent profile defined by ILI data is a purely geometric shape without residual stresses nor plastic deformation history, and is different from its actual dent that contains residual stresses/strains due to dent creation and re-rounding. As a result, the FEA results of an ILI dent may not represent those of the actual dent, and may lead to inaccurate or incorrect results. To investigate the effect of residual stress or plastic deformation history on mechanics responses and fatigue life of an actual dent, three dent models are considered in this paper: (a) a true dent with residual stresses and dent formation history, (b) a purely geometric dent having the true dent profile with all stress/strain history removed from it, and (c) a purely geometric dent having an ILI defined dent profile with all stress/strain history removed from it. Using a three-dimensional FEA model, those three dents are simulated in the elastic-plastic conditions. The FEA results showed that the two geometric dents determine significantly different stresses and strains in comparison to those in the true dent, and overpredict the fatigue life or burst pressure of the true dent. On this basis, suggestions are made on how to use the ILI data to predict the dent fatigue life.

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.

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.

A Simplified Thermal Load Evaluation Method for Localized Lug Stresses Beyond Sec. III Appendix-Y

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tsubasa Matsumiya ◽  
Daniel Garcia-Rodriguez ◽  
Akira Nebu ◽  
Noriyuki Takamura
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Stresses ◽  
Evaluation Method ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Parameter Study ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Class 1 ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Load Evaluation

Abstract In this work an evaluation method for local thermal stresses on class 1 piping due to U-shaped lugs is presented. First, a three-dimensional finite element analysis (3D-FEA) is used to perform a thermal transient evaluation, obtaining the time-dependent temperature distribution of a realistic range of pipe-lug systems. These results are then used as an input for both a structural 3D-FEA and the corresponding thermal stress term in Non-Mandatory Appendix Y [1]. It was seen that the formula in Appendix-Y cannot account for the thermal stresses obtained through the detailed FEA evaluation. A parameter study using a simplified two-dimensional (2D) FEA approach, shows that the localized thermal stresses due to lugs are significantly affected by: (1) pipe-to-lug thickness ratio, (2) distance between adjacent lugs, and (3) lug height. A set of correction coefficients depending on these parameters is therefore proposed. When applying the proposed correction coefficients to the Appendix Y method, adequately conservative (when compared with 3D FEA results) stresses can be obtained. Since these correction coefficients can be obtained from simple geometric considerations, the proposed method successfully accounts for the complex lug-to-lug interaction while retaining the simplicity of the original Appendix Y approach.

Bionic Lubrication System of Artificial Joints: System Design and Mechanics Simulation

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. H. Su ◽  
J. H. Zhang ◽  
D. H. Tao
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Joint Capsule ◽  
The Body ◽  
Artificial Joint ◽  
Lubrication System ◽  
Wear Particles ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Artificial Joints ◽  
Fea Model ◽  
Capsule Thickness

A new structure of artificial joints with bionic joint capsule was proposed and designed to overcome the feedback of current prostheses that omitted many functions of lubricant and joint capsule. The new structure was composed of three components: therapeutic lubricant, artificial joints and artificial joint capsule. The lubricant sealed by capsule not only can reduce the wear of artificial joints but also can prohibit the wear particles leaking to the body liquid. So the unwilling reactions between the wear particles and liquid may be avoided completely. Meanwhile, a three-dimensional (3-D) finite element analysis (FEA) model was created for the bionic artificial joints with joint capsule. The effects of capsule thickness and the flexion angels on the stress values and distributions were discussed in detail.

A comparative study between zirconia and titanium abutments on the stress distribution in parafunctional loading: A 3D finite element analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (6) ◽  
pp. 603-613 ◽  
Author(s):  
Efe Can Sivrikaya ◽  
Mehmet Sami Guler ◽  
Muhammed Latif Bekci
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Von Mises Stress ◽  
Principal Stresses ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
Von Mises ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

BACKGROUND: Zirconia has become a popular biomaterial in dental implant systems because of its biocompatible and aesthetic properties. However, this material is more fragile than titanium so its use is limited. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to compare the stresses on morse taper implant systems under parafunctional loading in different abutment materials using three-dimensional finite element analysis (3D FEA). METHODS: Four different variations were modelled. The models were created according to abutment materials (zirconia or titanium) and loading (1000 MPa vertical or oblique on abutments). The placement of the implants (diameter, 5.0 × 15 mm) were mandibular right first molar. RESULTS: In zirconia abutment models, von Mises stress (VMS) values of implants and abutments were decreased. Maximum and minimum principal stresses and VMS values increased in oblique loading. VMS values were highest in the connection level of the conical abutments in all models. CONCLUSIONS: Using conical zirconia abutments decreases von Mises stress values in abutments and implants. However, these values may exceed the pathological limits in bruxism patients. Therefore, microfractures may be related to the level of the abutment.

scholarly journals A three - dimensional finite element study on the stress distribution pattern of two prosthetic abutments for external hexagon implants

2013 ◽  
Vol 07 (04) ◽  
pp. 484-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wagner Moreira ◽  
Caio Hermann ◽  
Jucélio Tomás Pereira ◽  
Jean Anacleto Balbinoti ◽  
Rodrigo Tiossi
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Von Mises Stress ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
3D Fea ◽  
The One ◽  
Von Mises ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

ABSTRACT Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the mechanical behavior of two different straight prosthetic abutments (one- and two-piece) for external hex butt-joint connection implants using three-dimensional finite element analysis (3D-FEA). Materials and Methods: Two 3D-FEA models were designed, one for the two-piece prosthetic abutment (2 mm in height, two-piece mini-conical abutment, Neodent) and another one for the one-piece abutment (2 mm in height, Slim Fit one-piece mini-conical abutment, Neodent), with their corresponding screws and implants (Titamax Ti, 3.75 diameter by 13 mm in length, Neodent). The model simulated the single restoration of a lower premolar using data from a computerized tomography of a mandible. The preload (20 N) after torque application for installation of the abutment and an occlusal loading were simulated. The occlusal load was simulated using average physiological bite force and direction (114.6 N in the axial direction, 17.1 N in the lingual direction and 23.4 N toward the mesial at an angle of 75° to the occlusal plan). Results: The regions with the highest von Mises stress results were at the bottom of the initial two threads of both prosthetic abutments that were tested. The one-piece prosthetic abutment presented a more homogeneous behavior of stress distribution when compared with the two-piece abutment. Conclusions: Under the simulated chewing loads, the von Mises stresses for both tested prosthetic-abutments were within the tensile strength values of the materials analyzed which thus supports the clinical use of both prosthetic abutments.

Effects of convection in laser-guided transportation

2004 ◽  
Vol 218 (7) ◽  
pp. 775-782
Author(s):  
L Chen ◽  
Y Yan ◽  
R Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Laser Beam ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Biological Research ◽  
Convection Flow ◽  
Direct Write ◽  
Laser Guidance ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Research Areas ◽  
Fea Model ◽  
Set Up

Weak focusing laser beams can guide micrometre-sized beads to direct-write two-dimensional patterns or three-dimensional structures. Applications based on laser guidance have been found in many fields including biological research areas. This paper discusses the effects of convection, which is the main disturbance during laser-guided transportation. The heat generated by optical absorption causes the convection flow, as observed in experiments. To investigate this convection flow, a finite element analysis (FEA) model was set up and computation under different heat load conditions was carried out. The results show that the convection flow velocity at the laser beam centre has a direct proportional relation to the incident power and varies with the position of the laser beam.

Numerical Investigation on Suction Pile’s Holding Capacity Installed in Carbonate-Type Soils

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jianchun Cao ◽  
Zhibin Zhong ◽  
Ashish Budhiraja
Keyword(s):  
Skin Friction ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Sensitivity Study ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Low Level ◽  
Total Displacement ◽  
Fea Model ◽  
Displacement Vectors ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Different Levels

Abstract Suction piles have not been widely used in carbonate-type soils (i.e., muds/silts) because the pile skin frictions in this type of soils are only about 5% of that in normal clayey soils. The holding capacity of a suction pile installed in these types of soils may be affected by its lower friction. Moreover, pile designers have concerns not only on the development of the Reverse End Bearing (REB) but also on how long the REB can sustain. This paper presents the development of a three-Dimensional Finite Element Analysis (3D FEA) model and the analysis results to investigate the behavior of suction pile for different levels of skin frictions. Firstly, the FEA model is used to investigate the development of the Reverse End Bearing (REB) of a suction pile by assigning two different levels of pile external skin frictions, i.e., 5% and 100% (full skin friction). A vertical load is applied at the center of the pile top. Secondly, the FEA model is used to investigate the behavior of a suction pile for a very low level of pile skin friction (i.e., 5% skin friction). An inclined load with various load angles from horizontal is applied at the padeye (i.e., 16m below seabed). Thirdly, the load carrying (failure) mechanism has been checked by examining the total displacement vectors of soil masses around the pile. Fourthly, a sensitivity study is carried out to investigate the capacity of a suction pile for different usage factors of REB. Finally, suction pile design requirements for carbonate-type soils (i.e., low level of pile skin frictions) are recommended.

Finite Element Analysis of Tapped Thread Joints: Setup of a Computationally Efficient Modeling Approach

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Massimiliano De Agostinis ◽  
Dario Croccolo ◽  
Stefano Fini ◽  
Giorgio Olmi ◽  
Francesco Robusto ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Computational Effort ◽  
Simplified Model ◽  
Computationally Efficient ◽  
Dimensional Approach ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Threaded Connections ◽  
Threaded Joints ◽  
Actual Geometry

Abstract This contribution deals with the efficient numerical modeling of tapped thread joints. Commercial FE packages provide different strategies to tackle the problem of modeling threaded joints, which is a recurrent one for the design engineer. Different modeling techniques are characterised by how the screw is modeled: either three-dimensional elements (thetra, hexa or wedge) or mono-dimensional elements (beam) can be used. In the case of three-dimensional approaches, the thread helix is seldom modeled: the actual geometry is often replaced by a plain cylinder and a suitable choice of contact settings between the screw and the “threaded” hole. In the case of road vehicles, due to the high number of threaded connections to be modeled, it is paramount to reach a trade-off between modeling accuracy and computational effort. This paper aims at comparing two modeling approaches, namely a three dimensional approach (baseline) and a mono-dimensional one (simplified model). Based on several criteria, such as equivalent stress on the screw shank, pressure distribution at the interface of the plates and in the underhead region, optimal contact settings for the simplified model are suggested. These settings allow replicating the results provided by the three-dimensional approach for given load case. The comparison is carried out on single lap, single screw joints, by the ANSYS R17 software. The methodology can be easily extended to other softwares or joint configurations.

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