Improved Interaction and Visualization of Finite Element Data for Virtual Prototyping

1997 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helmut Haase ◽  
Thilo Preß
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
User Interfaces ◽  
Virtual Prototyping ◽  
Level Of Detail ◽  
Flexible Tool ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Quality Of Results ◽  
Element Data ◽  
Element Shape

Abstract This paper discusses the properties of possible virtual prototyping systems using finite element analysis and reports on a prototype implementation of such a system in order to illustrate the concepts. Virtual reality user interfaces will improve some existing applications and lead to new application domains. Several crucial points such as overall system architecture, speed and intuitivity of interaction, and visualization quality of results are identified and possible solutions are suggested. This includes a flexible virtual hand interaction with adjustable finger size. In particular a level of detail technique for finite element data based on element shape functions is presented which can greatly improve visualization quality as compared to common visualization approaches. This level of detail technique provides a flexible tool to adjust the exactness of visualization to rendering time (i.e., degree of interactivity) constrains. The concepts are currently being implemented within a testbed called VEIFEL (Virtual Environment Investigation of Finite ELement data). A report of this work and of resulting experiences is given.

Towards Predicting Relative Belt Edge Endurance With the Finite Element Method

1990 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 216-235 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. De Eskinazi ◽  
K. Ishihara ◽  
H. Volk ◽  
T. C. Warholic
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Shear Deformations ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Vertical Loading ◽  
Predicted Values ◽  
Element Method

Abstract The paper describes the intention of the authors to determine whether it is possible to predict relative belt edge endurance for radial passenger car tires using the finite element method. Three groups of tires with different belt edge configurations were tested on a fleet test in an attempt to validate predictions from the finite element results. A two-dimensional, axisymmetric finite element analysis was first used to determine if the results from such an analysis, with emphasis on the shear deformations between the belts, could be used to predict a relative ranking for belt edge endurance. It is shown that such an analysis can lead to erroneous conclusions. A three-dimensional analysis in which tires are modeled under free rotation and static vertical loading was performed next. This approach resulted in an improvement in the quality of the correlations. The differences in the predicted values of various stress analysis parameters for the three belt edge configurations are studied and their implication on predicting belt edge endurance is discussed.

Finite Element Analysis for Wave Spring of Multi-Disc Wet Clutch Based on ANSYS

2013 ◽  
Vol 419 ◽  
pp. 203-208
Author(s):  
Ying Yu ◽  
Yao Run Peng ◽  
Shi Xin Lan ◽  
Ping Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Response Speed ◽  
Wave Number ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Wet Clutch ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Deformation Relationship

Wave spring is a key component of multi-disc wet clutch and the response speed and running quality of multi-disc wet clutch is affected by its characteristics. This paper analyses the theoretical calculation of load-deformation relationship of wave spring. The load-deformation relationship of wave spring is obtained by ANSYS10.0 software according to its structural characteristics and actual boundary condition and compared with the calculated results based on different methods and the measured value, and then study the effect of the wave number on the load-deformation relationship of wave spring. The results show that the calculated value of finite element analysis (FEM) is closer to the measured value and the FEM has more advantages on simulation of the working performance of wave spring.

A Study Effect of Shooting 2 Balls in a Ball Swaging Process on Gram Load Parameter Using Finite Element Analysis

2014 ◽  
Vol 1061-1062 ◽  
pp. 421-426 ◽  
Author(s):  
Panupich Kheunkhieo ◽  
Kiatfa Tangchaichit
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Radial Direction ◽  
Base Plate ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Load Parameter ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Main Component

The purposes of this research are to explore the baseplate and actuator arm deformation which effect to the gram load which occur in the ball swaging process, the main component determining quality of assembly the head stack assembly with the actuator arm. By shooting a ball though the base plate, the component located on the head stack assembly, the base plate plastic deformation takes place and it in expand in radial direction. The base plate then adjoins with the actuator arm. Using the finite element method to reproduce the ball swaging process, we repeated to study effect of the swage press clamp and velocity. The study done by creating the three dimensionals finite element model to analyze and explain characteristics of the baseplate and actuator arm deformation which effect to gram load which effect to the ball swaging process.

Prediction of crystallinity profile and eject time of injection molded parts using finite element method (FEM)

e-Polymers ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehdi Mostafaiyan ◽  
Farhad Sharif
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Degree Of Crystallinity ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Melt Temperature ◽  
Crystalline Polymers ◽  
Molded Parts ◽  
Time Part ◽  
Injection Molded ◽  
The Subject

AbstractQuality of injection molded parts of semi-crystalline polymers has been the subject of intense interest from both analytical and industrial points of view. Crystallinity profile plays an important role in determining mechanical properties of a part and its quality. Therefore it is important to analyze the effect of injection molding parameters on the crystallinity profile of the molded parts. In this study, finite element analysis has been used to solve the equations of mass, momentum, and energy conservation simultaneously with the equation of crystallization kinetics to predict melt front, its solidification and crystallinity profile. The results from our numerical analysis have been compared with the reported experimental results. Furthermore, progress of the crystallization is proposed to be a proper criterion for estimation of the eject time. Finally, the effects of mold and melt temperature on the eject time; part temperature and average degree of crystallinity, for a specific compound are also presented.

scholarly journals Finite Element Analysis of PMMA Stretch Blow Molding

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Afef Bougharriou ◽  
Mohieddine Jeridi ◽  
Mohamed Hdiji ◽  
Anoir Boughrira ◽  
Kacem Saï
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Thickness Distribution ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
Molding Process ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Blow Molding ◽  
Stretch Blow Molding ◽  
Crucial Parameter

The electric bubbles are a useful product made of PMMA material. They are produced by the stretch blow molding process. Thickness, which reflects the quality of the electric bubble, is a crucial parameter that deserves special attention for the molding process. In this work, finite element simulations of the stretch blow molding process are performed aiming at the determination of the preform geometry to ensure homogeneous thickness of the finished product. The geometrical parameters of the preform are optimized allowing a better homogeneity thickness compared to existing data. The predicted parameters allow the improvement of the thickness distribution. The standard deviation of the thickness is reduced to about 95% compared to the existing bubble.

Aerial Steel Platform Overall Lifting Process and Stress Calculation

2014 ◽  
Vol 681 ◽  
pp. 222-228
Author(s):  
Shou Tao Yao ◽  
Wei Cheng Zhao ◽  
Qun Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
High Altitude ◽  
Construction Project ◽  
Steel Structures ◽  
Construction Technology ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
High Rise ◽  
Project Construction

High-rise super large aerial platform project construction has been a greater danger, How to ensure the quality of components assembled and the safety of the construction project is worthy of study. Through finite element analysis on construction conditions of steel structures, ensures the hydraulic synchronous lifting and construction technology of high-altitude hoisting and assembly, greatly reduced the difficulty of installation, quality, safety, cost, schedule is guaranteed.

The Finite Element Analysis on the Compression Splicing Position of Strain Clamp in Guy Tower

2014 ◽  
Vol 680 ◽  
pp. 249-253
Author(s):  
Zhang Qi Wang ◽  
Jun Li ◽  
Wen Gang Yang ◽  
Yong Feng Cheng
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis

Strain clamp is an important connection device in guy tower. If the quality of the compression splicing position is unsatisfied, strain clamp tends to be damaged which may lead to the final collapse of a guy tower as well as huge economic lost. In this paper, stress distribution on the compressible tube and guy cable is analyzed by FEM, and a large equivalent stress of guy cable is applied to the compression splicing position. During this process, a finite element model of strain clamp is established for guy cables at compression splicing position, problems of elastic-plastic and contracting are studied and the whole compressing process of compressible position is simulated. The guy cable cracks easily at the position of compressible tube’s port, the inner part of the compressible tube has a larger equivalent stress than outside.

On the Influence of Internal Void Size on the Fracture Stress of Constrained Solder Joints

2016 ◽  
Vol 258 ◽  
pp. 229-232
Author(s):  
Martin Lederer ◽  
Golta Khatibi ◽  
Julien Magnien
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Intermetallic Compound ◽  
Fracture Stress ◽  
Solder Joints ◽  
Base Material ◽  
Gradient Elasticity ◽  
Bulk Solder ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Dominant Influence

The fracture strengths of thin solder joints were investigated experimentally and with Finite Element Analysis. Due to a constraining effect, thin solder joints can carry loads which are much higher than the ultimate tensile strength of bulk solder material. On the other hand, thin solder joints show a tendency of being brittle. In fact, the tensile properties show a dependence on the quality of the intermetallic compound at the interface to the base material. Consequently, the size of microscopic defects in the intermetallic compound has a dominant influence on the fracture stress. This behavior could nicely be explained with Finite Element simulations based on strain gradient elasticity.

Finite element analysis of cotton ginning state based on ANSYS

2018 ◽  
Vol 89 (11) ◽  
pp. 2142-2153 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaochuan Chen ◽  
Di Wang ◽  
Yiping Qiu ◽  
Jun Wang ◽  
Yong Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Working Condition ◽  
Cotton Fibers ◽  
Seed Cotton ◽  
Missing Teeth ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
Saw Blade

To analyze the stress state of seed cotton in the process of cotton ginning and to improve the quality of lint, a new model for cotton, the laminated cotton model, is presented based on the idea of a composite laminate. The model assumes the cotton mass is made up of a certain number of cotton fibers, each of which has a different arrangement angle. Based on this model, the ginning process is simulated using finite element analysis. The mechanical properties of a single cotton fiber that is either machine- or hand-picked are obtained. The working condition of the ginning process is described successfully. By analyzing the influence of different working conditions on the serration cotton ginning process, the simulation results show the model prediction is reasonably consistent with existing experiments. For example, to improve the productivity and quality of lint, it is important to guarantee the saw teeth are sharp and smooth, with none being crooked or inverted, and missing teeth on each saw blade should not exceed the specified value.

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