Optimization Study of Pipeline Rock Armour Protection Design Based on Finite Element Analysis

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
LeQin Wang ◽  
HongKiat Chia
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Physical Model ◽  
Numerical Procedure ◽  
Extensive Study ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Physical Model Test ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Protection Mechanism ◽  
Set Up

The design of pipeline protection with rock armour berms has been traditionally based on model testing because there has been no closed-form analytical solution available to resolve the complex interaction between the anchor, anchor chain, seabed soil and rock armour. Compared to the costly physical model test, a numerical procedure properly set up allows effective and extensive study on various rock berm configurations. It is expected that better optimized pipeline rock armour protection berm can be designed to offer appreciable savings on project cost. The authors have developed a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) based procedure which can predict the clearance between the anchor fluke tip and pipeline as well as the pushing force on the pipeline during anchor dragging. Both the clearance and pushing force can be used to assess the potential anchor damage to a pipeline with rock backfill protection. The FEA results have been successfully validated against results obtained from physical model tests. A series of numerical tests are performed considering the variations in the trench profile, the armour rock shape, rock particle size and grading properties etc. The protection mechanism of the rock armour berm, with regard to the above factors, is discussed to provide a better understanding for the significance of each parameter in the protection design. Guidelines in achieving an optimized rock berm protection design are also given.

Simulation of Motor-Scooter Drop Testing by a Multi-Body Finite Element Integrated Approach

2005 ◽  
Vol 219 (4) ◽  
pp. 383-391 ◽  
Author(s):  
F Frendo
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Procedure ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Experimental Activity ◽  
Body Model ◽  
Experimental Apparatus ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Multi Body

The drop test is employed in the motor-scooter industry for evaluating the frame performance under particularly severe conditions. In this work, a numerical procedure developed for simulating the test is presented. The procedure includes a multi-body model for the evaluation of the maximum loads acting on the scooter frame during impact at ground. Such loads were then employed in a non-linear static finite element analysis in order to obtain the permanent frame deformation. The experimental activity carried out for vehicle characterization and the experimental apparatus set up for tests are also presented in detail. The multi-code approach appeared versatile and straightforward, and furnished results in satisfactory agreement with experiments.

Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis of Moving Coil Loudspeaker Suspension

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naveen Viswanatha ◽  
Mark Avis ◽  
Moji Moatamedi
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Computer Simulation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Physical Model ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Nonlinear Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Models ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Sinusoidal Load ◽  
Geometric Effects

The surround and the spider of the loudspeaker suspension are modelled in ANSYS to carry out finite element analysis. The displacement dependent nonlinearities arising from the suspension are studied and the material and geometric effects leading to the nonlinearities are parameterised. The ANSYS models are simulated to be excited by a sinusoidal load and the results are evaluated by comparison with the results obtained by a physical model. The paper illustrates how practical models can be analysed using cost effective finite element models and also the extension of the models to experiment on various parameters, like changing the geometry for optimisation, by computer simulation.

Finite Element Analysis and Topology Optimization of the Clamping Unit in a Two-Platen Injection Machine

2011 ◽  
Vol 117-119 ◽  
pp. 1535-1542 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hua Wei Zhang ◽  
Wei Xia ◽  
Zhi Heng Wu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Molding Machine ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
And Topology ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Set Up ◽  
The Finite Element Model

In this paper, the clamping unit of a two-platen injection molding machine was modeled by Pro/ENGINEER, and was imported to Altair HyperWorks. In HyperMesh module, the finite element model was set up, ANSYS has been used in the finite element analysis of the clamping unit and the deformation and stress results were obtained. Based on the topology optimization of HyperWorks/OptiStruct, recommendations to improve the structure of the clamping mechanism are presented; the results showed that less material was used while its performance was maintained.

Finite Element Analysis on Integral Structure of Light Steel Temporary Buildings

2013 ◽  
Vol 405-408 ◽  
pp. 921-924
Author(s):  
Xue Feng Cai ◽  
Zheng Zhang ◽  
Yong Chao Ma ◽  
Ji Zhong Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Simple Structure ◽  
Lateral Displacement ◽  
Structure Model ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Analysis Model ◽  
Integral Structure ◽  
Set Up

Light steel temporary building is commonly used in the construction site, with advantages on simple structure, repeat used and small deadweight. There are still not enough researches and relevant standards to conduct the design and construction of the buildings. In order to precede to theoretical study on integral structure of light steel temporary buildings a method which used to set up finite element analysis model about integral structure of light steel temporary buildings was proposed in this paper. The method is based on finite element analysis software, Ansys. Using this method a monolayer integral structure, a two-story integral structure and a trilaminar integral structure model were set up. Lateral displacement under design load of the integral structure was solved out by these finite element models.

Finite Element Analysis of Ship Lock Chamber Structure

2014 ◽  
Vol 1065-1069 ◽  
pp. 597-600
Author(s):  
Chao Sun ◽  
Zi Chang Shang Guan ◽  
Xiao Xuan Wang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Modeling ◽  
Base Plate ◽  
3D Models ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Calculation Process ◽  
Lock Chamber ◽  
Set Up ◽  
Ship Lock

While considering various structural and material requirements, 3D models of ship chambers in the ship lock structure using finite element modeling (FEM) software ANSYS. By using FEM software to set up the contacting sections between the base plate, refilled soils and foundation, analyses were done to caluculate the forces exerted on the structure of the ship chamber. After checking the reasonability of the calculated results, discussions were made on the calculation process to allow for future empirical calculations.

The Research of the Dynamic Characteristics of Horizontal Jig Boring Machine

2013 ◽  
Vol 712-715 ◽  
pp. 1391-1394
Author(s):  
Zhi Li ◽  
X. S. Zhao ◽  
D. W. Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Machine Tool ◽  
Dynamic Characteristics ◽  
Experimental Test ◽  
Structure Modification ◽  
Analysis Software ◽  
Machine Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Set Up

Modal analysis is one way of studying the dynamic characteristics of the mechanical. In order to study the dynamic characteristics of machine tool,numerical machine model is set up with finite element analysis software,of which validity is verified by experimental modal analysis.The experimental test also provide the boundary conditions, so as to further structure modification and dynamic characteristic design

scholarly journals Development of a Computer-Aided Design and Finite Element Analysis Combined Method for Affordable Spine Surgical Navigation With 3D-Printed Customized Template

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Endre Eltes ◽  
Marton Bartos ◽  
Benjamin Hajnal ◽  
Agoston Jakab Pokorni ◽  
Laszlo Kiss ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Surgical Technique ◽  
Pedicle Screw ◽  
Physical Model ◽  
Investment Casting ◽  
Surgical Navigation ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Element Analysis

Introduction: Revision surgery of a previous lumbosacral non-union is highly challenging, especially in case of complications, such as a broken screw at the first sacral level (S1). Here, we propose the implementation of a new method based on the CT scan of a clinical case using 3D reconstruction, combined with finite element analysis (FEA), computer-assisted design (CAD), and 3D-printing technology to provide accurate surgical navigation to aid the surgeon in performing the optimal surgical technique by inserting a pedicle screw at the S1 level.Materials and Methods: A step-by-step approach was developed and performed as follows: (1) Quantitative CT based patient-specific FE model of the sacrum was created. (2) The CAD model of the pedicle screw was inserted into the sacrum model in a bicortical convergent and a monocortical divergent position, by overcoming the geometrical difficulty caused by the broken screw. (3) Static FEAs (Abaqus, Dassault Systemes) were performed using 500 N tensile load applied to the screw head. (4) A template with two screw guiding structures for the sacrum was designed and manufactured using CAD design and 3D-printing technologies, and investment casting. (5) The proposed surgical technique was performed on the patient-specific physical model created with the FDM printing technology. The patient-specific model was CT scanned and a comparison with the virtual plan was performed to evaluate the template accuracyResults: FEA results proved that the modified bicortical convergent insertion is stiffer (6,617.23 N/mm) compared to monocortical divergent placement (2,989.07 N/mm). The final template was created via investment casting from cobalt-chrome. The template design concept was shown to be accurate (grade A, Gertzbein-Robbins scale) based on the comparison of the simulated surgery using the patient-specific physical model and the 3D virtual surgical plan.Conclusion: Compared to the conventional surgical navigation techniques, the presented method allows the consideration of the patient-specific biomechanical parameters; is more affordable, and the intraoperative X-ray exposure can be reduced. This new patient- and condition-specific approach may be widely used in revision spine surgeries or in challenging primary cases after its further clinical validation.

A Numerical Procedure for Obtaining the Static and Pull-In Deflection and Voltage of Capacitive Microcantilever Beams

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Babak Ghaemi Oskouei ◽  
Aria Alasty
Keyword(s):  
Differential Equation ◽  
Ordinary Differential Equation ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Procedure ◽  
Nonlinear Ordinary Differential Equation ◽  
Static Deflection ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Fringing Field ◽  
Good Agreement

A numerical procedure is proposed for obtaining the static deflection, pull-in (PI) deflection and PI voltage of electrostatically excited capacitive microcantilever beams. The method is not time and memory consuming as Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Nonlinear ordinary differential equation of the static deflection of the beam is derived, w/wo considering the fringing field effects. The nondimensional parameters upon which PI voltage is dependent are then found. Thereafter, using the parameters and the numerical method, three closed form equations for pull-in voltage are developed. The results are in good agreement with others in literature.

Capability of SiC MOSFETs under Short-Circuit Tests and Development of a Thermal Model by Finite Element Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 963 ◽  
pp. 788-791 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Cavallaro ◽  
Mario Pulvirenti ◽  
Edoardo Zanetti ◽  
Mario Giuseppe Saggio
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Physical Model ◽  
Thermal Model ◽  
Short Circuit ◽  
Laboratory Measurements ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Approach ◽  
Element Approach

The aim of this paper is to analyze the SiC MOSFETs behavior under short circuit tests (SCT). In particular, the activity is focused on a deep evaluation of short circuit dynamic by dedicated laboratory measurements conducted at different conditions supported and compared by means of a robust physical model developed by Finite Element Approach.

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