A Numerical and Experimental Study on the Energy Absorption Characteristics of Deployable Origami Tubes

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhongyuan Wo ◽  
Julia M. Raneses ◽  
Evgueni T. Filipov
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Crushing Force ◽  
Parametric Studies ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Collapse Behavior ◽  
Energy Absorbing ◽  
Impact Characteristics ◽  
Absorption Characteristics ◽  
Better Than

Abstract Energy absorption devices are widely used to mitigate damage from collisions and impact loads. Due to the inherent uncertainty of possible impact characteristics, passive energy absorbers with fixed mechanical properties are not capable of serving in versatile application scenarios. Here, we explore a deployable design concept where origami tubes can extend, lock, and are intended to absorb energy through crushing (buckling and plasticity). This system concept is unique because origami deployment can increase the crushing distance between two impacting bodies and can tune the energy absorption characteristics. We show that the stiffness, peak crushing force, and total energy absorption of the origami tubes all increase with the deployed state. We present numerical and experimental studies that investigate these tunable behaviors under both static and dynamic scenarios. The energy-absorbing performance of the deployed origami tubes is slightly better than conventional prismatic tubes in terms of total absorbed energy and peak force. When the origami tubes are only partially deployed, they exhibit a nearly-elastic collapse behavior, however, when they are locked in a more deployed configuration they can experience non-recoverable crushing with higher energy absorption. Parametric studies reveal that the geometric design of the tube can control the nonlinear relationship between energy absorption and deployment. This concept for deployable energy-absorbing origami tubes can enable future protective systems with on-demand properties for different impact scenarios.

Experimental study of corrugated tubes under lateral loading

2012 ◽  
Vol 226 (2) ◽  
pp. 109-118 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Eyvazian ◽  
I Akbarzadeh ◽  
M Shakeri
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Lateral Loading ◽  
Lateral Direction ◽  
Static Tests ◽  
Crushing Force ◽  
Innovative Solution ◽  
Thin Walled ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Absorption Characteristics

Thin-walled tubes are widely used as energy absorbers in various vehicles and moving parts. The objective of this study is to investigate the energy absorption characteristics of tubes with corrugations in different geometries, under lateral loading. In order to produce corrugations, an innovative solution is introduced. Quasi-static tests were conducted to study the effect of changing the corrugation geometry (type and amplitude). The results show that tubes with corrugations have a higher mean crushing force which is directly proportional to the number of corrugations and their amplitudes. Moreover, it was observed that corrugated tubes can absorb approximately four times more energy than the tubes without corrugations in the same sizes and weights. Finally, it was found that corrugated tubes are more effective in lateral direction as energy absorbers, as they present suitable force–deflection responses.

scholarly journals Reversed-torsion-type crush energy absorption structure and its inexpensive partial-heating torsion manufacturing method based on origami engineering

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-31
Author(s):  
Xilu Zhao ◽  
Chenghai Kong ◽  
Yang Yang ◽  
Ichiro Hagiwara
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Peak Load ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Building Structures ◽  
Manufacturing Method ◽  
Partial Heating ◽  
Vehicle Structure ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Energy Absorbing ◽  
Origami Engineering

Abstract Current vehicle energy absorbers face two problems during a collision in that there is only a 70% collapse in length and there is a high initial peak load. These problems arise because the presently used energy-absorbing column is primitive from the point of view of origami. We developed a column called the Reversed Spiral Origami Structure (RSO), which solves the above two problems. However, in the case of existing technology of the RSO, the molding cost of hydroforming is too expensive for application to a real vehicle structure. We therefore conceive a new structure, named the Reversed Torsion Origami Structure (RTO), which has excellent energy absorption in simulation. We can thus develop a manufacturing system for the RTO cheaply. Excellent results are obtained in a physical experiment. The RTO can replace conventional energy absorbers and is expected to be widely used in not only automobile structures but also building structures.

Key Performance Indicators of Tubes Used as Energy Absorbers

2014 ◽  
Vol 626 ◽  
pp. 155-161 ◽  
Author(s):  
T.X. Yu ◽  
Yan Fei Xiang ◽  
Min Wang ◽  
Li Ming Yang
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Carrying Capacity ◽  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Key Performance Indicators ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Load Carrying Capacity ◽  
Load Carrying ◽  
Engineering Designs ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Energy Absorbing

Based on our extensive studies on the experimental, theoretical and numerical results on various tubes under axial compression/impact in the last few years, we propose a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess and compare the energy absorbing performance of tubular structures with various configurations, so as to guide the design of energy absorbers whilst to archive a certain degree of optimization. The KPIs have five factors: Effective stroke ratio (ESR), Non-dimensional Load-carrying capacity (NLC), Effectiveness of energy absorption (EEA), Specific energy absorption capacity (SEA), Stableness of load-carrying capacity (SLC).The paper presents a series of diagrams to compare the energy absorbing performance of various tubes in terms of the four KPIs as described above. The work is valuable to engineering designs and applications, as well as to the further studies of the topic.

scholarly journals Crushing response of circular thin-walled tube with non-propagating crack subjected to dynamic oblique impact loading

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-68 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chukwuemeke William Isaac
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Numerical Study ◽  
Structural Response ◽  
Oblique Impact ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Crushing Force ◽  
Propagating Crack ◽  
Thin Walled Tube ◽  
Thin Walled ◽  
Energy Absorbing

The dynamic oblique crushing of circular thin-walled tubes with the presence of non-propagating crack was investigated numerically. The material considered was strain rate sensitive with crack located at the distal end of the tube. Major crashworthiness parameters were obtained and the analysis of the structural response for idealized and finite element crushed thin-walled tubes was also carried out. The study shows that crack initiation on energy absorbing tubes increase their crushing force efficiency under oblique impact, decrease their crushing force efficiency under axial impact and reduce their crashworthiness performance such as the energy absorption capacity and specific energy absorption under axial and oblique impact. Results of the crashworthiness parameters, deformation modes, damage morphology, stress–strain relations, absorption energy characteristics and crushing force-displacement history were obtained. Furthermore, the numerical study reveals both the desirable and undesirable consequence of crack on the overall crashworthiness performance of energy absorbing circular thin-walled tubes.

Axial Compression and Energy Absorption Characteristics of Reduction Tubes Using a Die under Impact Load

2013 ◽  
Vol 712-715 ◽  
pp. 1519-1526 ◽  
Author(s):  
He Mao ◽  
Kai He ◽  
Chang Jie Luo ◽  
Ru Xu Du
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Axial Compression ◽  
Impact Load ◽  
Numerical Study ◽  
Expansion Tube ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Absorption Characteristics

Reduction tube using a die is a kind of deformation tubes which are used on railway train as energy absorbers. In this paper, axial compression behavior and energy absorption characteristics of reduction tubes using a die under impact load are investigated. No-linear finite element software LS-DYNA is used to conduct the numerical study. Results for the expansion tube using a die (another kind of deformation tube) and the reduction tube using a die are compared. Assuming two different structures with the same material and sectional area, an analysis shows that the energy absorption of reduction tube is better than the expansion tube. Hence, the reduction tubes using a die are investigated using a series of numerical analysis. The relationship between displacement and load, average load are obtained. The influences of impact mass and impact velocity are discussed.

Key Performance Indicators of Tubes and Foam-Filled Tubes Used as Energy Absorbers

2015 ◽  
Vol 07 (04) ◽  
pp. 1550060 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yanfei Xiang ◽  
Min Wang ◽  
Tongxi Yu ◽  
Liming Yang
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Carrying Capacity ◽  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Key Performance Indicators ◽  
Load Carrying Capacity ◽  
Tubular Structures ◽  
Load Carrying ◽  
Foam Filled ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Energy Absorbing

Based on a systematic investigation on the experimental, theoretical and numerical results on various tubes under axial compression/impact including our own tests, a set of key performance indicators (KPIs) for assessing and comparing the energy absorbing performance of tubular structures with various configurations is proposed, so as to guide the design of energy absorbers whilst to facilitate parameter optimization. The five KPIs proposed on the basis of mechanical analyses are effective stroke ratio (ESR), nondimensional load-carrying capacity (NLC), specific energy absorption (SEA), effectiveness of energy absorption (EEA) and undulation of load-carrying capacity (ULC). Moreover, by considering the influence of foam filling, these five KPIs are also modified and extended to the foam-filled tubes. The paper presents a series of diagrams to compare the energy absorbing performance of various tubes in terms of the five KPIs as described above. It transpires that the energy absorption performance of circular tubes is superior to that of square tubes. It is also confirmed that the mass of foam fillers results in reductions of SEA and EEA, though foam fillers will greatly improve the NLC of empty tubes. The novelty of the present study is displayed on the following aspects: (1) uniquely defining the effective stroke by the maximum point of "energy efficiency" f so as to avoid ambiguity which appeared in the literature; (2) instead of a single indicator such as SEA, proposing a set of five KPIs to comprehensively assess the performance of energy absorbers and (3) validating the usefulness of the proposed KPIs by comparing the performance of various tubular structures used as energy absorbers.

scholarly journals Characteristics of Rectangular Section and Double Hat Section

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2S4) ◽  
pp. 457-460
Keyword(s):  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Testing Machine ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Rectangular Section ◽  
Universal Testing ◽  
Collapse Mode ◽  
Post Test ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Energy Absorbing

This proposal defines the difference between the double hat section tubes &rectangular section for tremble energy consumption like in crash worth applications. The primary objective of this study is to “to gather information regarding the energy absorption & impact of double and single cap section tubes and to apply them in the system where energy absorption takes place.The double-hat and thin-walled top-hat in which spot-welded by quasi-static axial method. Many tests were identified such as associated energy-absorbing characteristics and several post-test collapse mode where scrutinized and compared with other previous tests. The best model was selected by crush analysis in universal testing machine by comparison of parameters such as mean force and energy absorbers. The efficient model is selected by comparatively lesser mean force and higher energy absorption

scholarly journals Finite Element Modelling Approach for Progressive Crushing of Composite Tubular Absorbers in LS-DYNA: Review and Findings

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 11
Author(s):  
Ali Rabiee ◽  
Hessam Ghasemnejad
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Peak Load ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Single Layer ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Element Formulation ◽  
Crushing Force

Robust finite element models are utilised for their ability to predict simple to complex mechanical behaviour under certain conditions at a very low cost compared to experimental studies, as this reduces the need for physical prototypes while allowing for the optimisation of components. In this paper, various parameters in finite element techniques were reviewed to simulate the crushing behaviour of glass/epoxy tubes with different material models, mesh sizes, failure trigger mechanisms, element formulation, contact definitions, single and various numbers of shells and delamination modelling. Six different modelling approaches, namely, a single-layer approach and a multi-layer approach, were employed with 2, 3, 4, 6, and 12 shells. In experimental studies, 12 plies were used to fabricate a 3 mm wall thickness GFRP specimen, and the numerical results were compared with experimental data. This was achieved by carefully calibrating the values of certain parameters used in defining the above parameters to predict the behaviour and energy absorption response of the finite element model against initial failure peak load (stiffness) and the mean crushing force. In each case, the results were compared with each other, including experimental and computational costs. The decision was made from an engineering point of view, which means compromising accuracy for computational efficiency. The aim is to develop an FEM that can predict energy absorption capability with a higher level of accuracy, around 5% error, than the experimental studies.

scholarly journals Methods for absorbing kinetic energy with consideration of delay limit value

2021 ◽  
Vol 334 ◽  
pp. 01006
Author(s):  
Jarosław Rajczyk ◽  
Marlena Rajczyk ◽  
Jarosław Kalinowski ◽  
Budownictwa Wydział
Keyword(s):  
Kinetic Energy ◽  
Energy Absorption ◽  
The Body ◽  
Limit Value ◽  
Energy Absorbers ◽  
Energy Absorbing

In this paper the potential of kinetic energy absorption by means of energy absorbing and storing mechanisms was discussed. The use of energy absorbers is intended to reduce the maximum working forces when stopping the body.

Energy absorption characteristics of thin-walled steel tube filled with paper scraps

BioResources ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 5985-6002
Author(s):  
Peng Cheng ◽  
Qingchun Wang ◽  
Shi Ke
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Specific Energy ◽  
Steel Tube ◽  
Specific Energy Absorption ◽  
Crushing Force ◽  
Thin Walled Tube ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Thin Walled ◽  
Absorption Characteristics

The specific energy absorption of a thin-walled tube can be improved by filler. This study examined the potential use of a cheaper biomass filler, paper scraps, to enhance the energy absorption characteristics of the structure while reducing its cost, compared to that with a traditional filler such as foam material. Quasi-static crushing tests and finite element simulations were performed by using the explicit non-linear finite element software LS-DYNA to determine the improvements to the mean crushing force and specific energy absorption of the steel tube when filled with different densities of paper scraps. The mean crushing force and specific energy absorption of the empty tube, the paper scraps, and thin-walled tube filled with paper scraps were determined, and corresponding numerical simulations were performed. The simulation and test results showed that the impact performance of tube filled with paper scraps was greatly improved when paper scraps density was 0.35 g/cm3. By optimizing paper scraps filling structure, a new structure that could further enhance the specific energy absorption was obtained. The optimal scheme could increase the specific energy absorption of Q345 steel tube by 11.35%.

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