Analysis of Bio-Inspired Structures for 3D Force Sensing Using Virtual Prototyping

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed M. Alotaibi ◽  
Sohel Anwar
Keyword(s):  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Force Sensor ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Force Sensors ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Sensor Performance ◽  
Development Cycle ◽  
Tissue Manipulation ◽  
Sensor Configuration

Abstract 3D force sensors have been proven its effectiveness and appropriateness for robotics applications. It has been used in medical and physical therapy applications such as surgical robot and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) in the recent times. The 3D force sensors have been utilized in robot assisted surgeries and modern physical therapy devices to monitor the 3D forces for improved performances. The 3D force sensor performance and specifications depend on different design parameters, such as structural configuration, sensing elements placements, and load criterion. In this paper, different bioinspired structure configurations have been investigated and analyzed to obtain the optimal 3D force sensor configuration in terms of structural integrity, compactness, safety factor, and strain sensitivity. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulation was used for the analysis to minimize the time of the development cycle.

New Giant Magnetostrictive Force Sensors

2013 ◽  
Vol 816-817 ◽  
pp. 424-428
Author(s):  
Rong Ge Yan ◽  
Li Hua Zhu ◽  
Qing Xin Yang
Keyword(s):  
Force Measurement ◽  
Force Sensor ◽  
Measurement Range ◽  
Magnetic Flux Density ◽  
Force Sensors ◽  
Dynamic Force ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Giant Magnetostrictive Materials ◽  
Overload Capacity ◽  
Adjustable Range

Force sensors, based on the giant inverse magnetostrictive effect, have a series of outstanding properties, such as large overload capacity, which make them have more and more applications to the field of automatic control system of heavy industry, chemical industry. This paper designs new giant magnetostrictive force sensors using the rare-earth iron giant magnetostrictive materials. With the designed giant magnetostrictive force sensor, the relations between magnetic flux density in the gap and applied static stress on the sensor, the inductive voltage in the coil and time (with the dynamic stress), are calculated by finite element analysis software. The related confirmatory experiments have been conducted. The experimental results indicate that the giant magnetostrictive force sensor is fit for static and dynamic force measurement. In order to enlarge the measurement range, the designed force sensor as the basic cell is combined. This paper gives two kinds of combinations, which have the feature of adjustable range.

Effects of Girth Weld on the Local Buckling Response of Conventional Grade Pipelines

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Barrett ◽  
Shawn Kenny ◽  
Ryan Phillips
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Local Buckling ◽  
Numerical Procedure ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Ground Movement ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Strain Capacity ◽  
Pipeline Design

Pipeline structural integrity is a critical component of pipeline design in extreme environmental conditions. Severe loads may be an issue in pipeline design if differential ground movement is prevalent in the design region, e.g. ground faulting and permafrost heave and settlement. Iceberg or ice keel interaction and large seabed deformations interacting may also be a critical design integrity issue for offshore pipelines in ice environments. Numerical finite element modelling procedures have been developed to assess the bending moment and strain capacity of several pipelines over various typical pipeline parameters. This study looks at the effects of girth-weld imperfection on the bending response of welded pipelines. Limited guidance is provided by pipeline design standards, for example DNV OS-F101 and CSA Z662, as to how to account for girth weld effects on the local buckling response. This paper investigates girth weld effects across a range of practical design parameters. Calibration of the numerical analysis was performed using available data, from full-scale tests and finite element analysis, for girth welded pipes in order to obtain confidence in the numerical procedure. The significance of girth weld effects was to reduce the peak bending moment capacity by 10% whereas strain capacity was reduced by as much as 35% based on the degree of girth weld imperfection. Girth weld effects have been acknowledged in industry, however, further research and physical testing is required to fully understand the problem, as shown in this paper.

MEMS Optical Force Sensor Enhancement Via Compliant Mechanism

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustavo A. Roman ◽  
Gloria J. Wiens
Keyword(s):  
Optical Sensors ◽  
Dynamic Range ◽  
Compliant Mechanism ◽  
Force Sensor ◽  
Optical Interferometry ◽  
Optical Force ◽  
Cell Manipulation ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Force Sensors ◽  
Rigid Body Model

Although there are capacitive surface micromachined force sensors with adequate resolution for cell manipulation and microneedle injections, it comes with the sacrifice of dynamic range and linearity. In contrast, optical based force sensors can provide the desired resolution and maintain relatively large sensing ranges compared to similar capacitive sensors. Plus, optical interferometry provides a sensing method that uncouples the conflicting design parameters, such as sensitivity and linearity. The current drawback to optical interferometry is the large off-chip equipment that is currently used in the operation of optical sensors. However, innovative techniques are being applied to surface micromachined microphones that allow off-chip components to be integrated onto the sensing chip. These same techniques can easily translate to the force sensor presented in this research, due to the similarities in the sensing methods. The thrust of this work is to explore a mechanism approach for enhancing the performance of a surface micromachined optical force sensor. A new design is presented which introduces a special mechanism, known as the Robert’s mechanism, as an alternate means in which the device is structurally supported. The new design’s implementation is achievable using an equivalent compliant mechanism. Initially, an analytical set of pseudo-rigid-body-model equations were developed to model the compliant design. A more accurate model was then constructed using FEA methods. The geometric parameters of the compliant Robert’s mechanism were then optimized to obtain a sensor with improved linearity and sensitivity. Overall, the force sensor provides higher sensitivity, larger dynamic range and higher linearity compared to a similar optical force sensor that uses a simple structural supporting scheme. In summary, this paper demonstrates the effectiveness of using a mechanism approach for enhancing the performance of MEMS sensors. The expected impact is to improve biomedical experiments and help further advance research that can improve quality of life.

Tire Bead Overheating in Urban Buses and Trucks Using Drum Brake Systems

1998 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-62
Author(s):  
A. L. A. Costa ◽  
M. Natalini ◽  
M. F. Inglese ◽  
O. A. M. Xavier
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Thermal Energy ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Experimental Temperature ◽  
Temperature Profiles ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Drum Brake ◽  
Fea Model

Abstract Because the structural integrity of brake systems and tires can be related to the temperature, this work proposes a transient heat transfer finite element analysis (FEA) model to study the overheating in drum brake systems used in trucks and urban buses. To understand the mechanics of overheating, some constructive variants have been modeled regarding the assemblage: brake, rims, and tires. The model simultaneously studies the thermal energy generated by brakes and tires and how the heat is transferred and dissipated by conduction, convection, and radiation. The simulated FEA data and the experimental temperature profiles measured with thermocouples have been compared giving good correlation.

A Simplified Design Model for Modular Steel Buildings Subject to Vapor Cloud Explosions (VCEs)

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Osama Bedair
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Minimum Cost ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Front Wall ◽  
Steel Buildings ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Analysis And Design ◽  
Vapor Cloud ◽  
Building Components ◽  
Analytical Expressions

Background: Modular steel buildings (MSB) are extensively used in petrochemical plants and refineries. Limited guidelines are available in the industry for analysis and design of (MSB) subject to accidental vapor cloud explosions (VCEs). Objectives: The paper presents simplified engineering model for modular steel buildings (MSB) subject to accidental vapor cloud explosions (VCEs) that are extensively used in petrochemical plants and refineries. Method: A Single degree of freedom (SDOF) dynamic model is utilized to simulate the dynamic response of primary building components. Analytical expressions are then provided to compute the dynamic load factors (DLF) for critical building elements. Recommended foundation systems are also proposed to install the modular building with minimum cost. Results: Numerical results are presented to illustrate the dynamic response of (MSB) subject to blast loading. It is shown that (DLF)=1.6 is attained at (td/t)=0.4 for front wall (W1) with (td/T)=1.25. For side walls (DLF)=1.41 and is attained at (td/t)=0.6. Conclusions: The paper presented simplified tools for analysis and design of (MSB) subject accidental vapor cloud blast explosions (VCEs). The analytical expressions can be utilized by practitioners to compute the (MSB) response and identify the design parameters. They are simple to use compared to Finite Element Analysis.

scholarly journals Potential and limitations of finite element modelling in assessing structural integrity of coralline algae under future global change

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (19) ◽  
pp. 5871-5883 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. A. Melbourne ◽  
J. Griffin ◽  
D. N. Schmidt ◽  
E. J. Rayfield
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Geometric Model ◽  
Algal Growth ◽  
Coralline Algae ◽  
Rocky Shores ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Scan Data ◽  
The Impact

Abstract. Coralline algae are important habitat formers found on all rocky shores. While the impact of future ocean acidification on the physiological performance of the species has been well studied, little research has focused on potential changes in structural integrity in response to climate change. A previous study using 2-D Finite Element Analysis (FEA) suggested increased vulnerability to fracture (by wave action or boring) in algae grown under high CO2 conditions. To assess how realistically 2-D simplified models represent structural performance, a series of increasingly biologically accurate 3-D FE models that represent different aspects of coralline algal growth were developed. Simplified geometric 3-D models of the genus Lithothamnion were compared to models created from computed tomography (CT) scan data of the same genus. The biologically accurate model and the simplified geometric model representing individual cells had similar average stresses and stress distributions, emphasising the importance of the cell walls in dissipating the stress throughout the structure. In contrast models without the accurate representation of the cell geometry resulted in larger stress and strain results. Our more complex 3-D model reiterated the potential of climate change to diminish the structural integrity of the organism. This suggests that under future environmental conditions the weakening of the coralline algal skeleton along with increased external pressures (wave and bioerosion) may negatively influence the ability for coralline algae to maintain a habitat able to sustain high levels of biodiversity.

scholarly journals Computational and experimental mechanical performance of a new everolimus-eluting stent purpose-built for left main interventions

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saurabhi Samant ◽  
Wei Wu ◽  
Shijia Zhao ◽  
Behram Khan ◽  
Mohammadali Sharzehee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Structural Integrity ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Wall Structure ◽  
Left Main ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Stent Expansion ◽  
Radial Strength ◽  
Different Diameters

AbstractLeft main (LM) coronary artery bifurcation stenting is a challenging topic due to the distinct anatomy and wall structure of LM. In this work, we investigated computationally and experimentally the mechanical performance of a novel everolimus-eluting stent (SYNERGY MEGATRON) purpose-built for interventions to large proximal coronary segments, including LM. MEGATRON stent has been purposefully designed to sustain its structural integrity at higher expansion diameters and to provide optimal lumen coverage. Four patient-specific LM geometries were 3D reconstructed and stented computationally with finite element analysis in a well-validated computational stent simulation platform under different homogeneous and heterogeneous plaque conditions. Four different everolimus-eluting stent designs (9-peak prototype MEGATRON, 10-peak prototype MEGATRON, 12-peak MEGATRON, and SYNERGY) were deployed computationally in all bifurcation geometries at three different diameters (i.e., 3.5, 4.5, and 5.0 mm). The stent designs were also expanded experimentally from 3.5 to 5.0 mm (blind analysis). Stent morphometric and biomechanical indices were calculated in the computational and experimental studies. In the computational studies the 12-peak MEGATRON exhibited significantly greater expansion, better scaffolding, smaller vessel prolapse, and greater radial strength (expressed as normalized hoop force) than the 9-peak MEGATRON, 10-peak MEGATRON, or SYNERGY (p < 0.05). Larger stent expansion diameters had significantly better radial strength and worse scaffolding than smaller stent diameters (p < 0.001). Computational stenting showed comparable scaffolding and radial strength with experimental stenting. 12-peak MEGATRON exhibited better mechanical performance than the 9-peak MEGATRON, 10-peak MEGATRON, or SYNERGY. Patient-specific computational LM stenting simulations can accurately reproduce experimental stent testing, providing an attractive framework for cost- and time-effective stent research and development.

Analysis of a Tubular Linear Permanent Magnet Motor for Reciprocating Compressor Applications

2013 ◽  
Vol 448-453 ◽  
pp. 2114-2119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Izzeldin Idris Abdalla ◽  
Taib Ibrahim ◽  
Nursyarizal Mohd Nor
Keyword(s):  
Permanent Magnet ◽  
Permanent Magnets ◽  
Outer Radius ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Reciprocating Compressor ◽  
Permanent Magnet Motors ◽  
Permanent Magnet Motor ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Split Ratio ◽  
Single Coil

This paper describes a design optimization to achieve optimal performance of a two novel single-phase short-stroke tubular linear permanent magnet motors (TLPMMs) with rectangular and trapezoidal permanent magnets (PMs) structures. The motors equipped with a quasi-Halbach magnetized moving-magnet armature and slotted stator with a single-slot carrying a single coil. The motors have been developed for reciprocating compressor applications such as household refrigerators. It is observed that the TLPMM efficiency can be optimized with respect to the leading design parameters (dimensional ratios). Furthermore, the influence of mover back iron is investigated and the loss of the motor is computed. Finite element analysis (FEA) is employed for the optimization, and the optimal values of the ratio of the axial length of the radially magnetized magnets to the pole pitch as well as the ratio of the PMs outer radius-to-stator outer radius (split ratio), are identified.

Finite Element Analysis on the Deformation of Energy-Saving Wire-Mesh Frame Wallboard

2014 ◽  
Vol 501-504 ◽  
pp. 731-735
Author(s):  
Li Zhang ◽  
Kang Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Energy Saving ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Steel Wire ◽  
Wire Mesh ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Program ◽  
Element Program ◽  
Influence Degree

This paper analyzes the influence degree of related design parameters of wire-mesh frame wallboard on deformation through finite element program, providing theoretical basis for the design and test of steel wire rack energy-saving wallboard.

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