Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station Containment Drywell Buckling Analysis

Author(s):  
Soo Bee Kok ◽  
Shu S. Tang ◽  
Francis H. Ku ◽  
Marcos L. Herrera ◽  
John F. O’Rourke ◽  
...  

This article presents the overall methodology and the results of the three-dimensional (3D) finite element buckling analysis of the primary containment drywell shell at the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station (Oyster Creek). The buckling stresses, eigenvalues, and eigenvectors are computed using ANSYS finite element analysis software [1], and the structural integrity of the drywell in terms of the buckling (stability) limits are based on the ASME B&PV Code Case N-284-1 [2].

2013 ◽  
Vol 756-759 ◽  
pp. 4591-4595
Author(s):  
Wen Yu Song

Three-dimensional finite element analysis of harmonic electromagnetic field in a large and complex structure 15-phase induction machine has been completed. Accurate 3D finite element machine model is established. The current density of stator and rotor and the entire vector flux density distribution are given, then been analyzed and explained. 3D air gap radial flux density is obtained and has been made harmonic analysis. We can get more accurate electromagnetic field distribution and performance parameters through 3D finite element calculation of electromagnetic field. This method can give theoretical basis for the multiphase machine development of new structure and can play reference in terms of structural optimization design.


Author(s):  
John Moody ◽  
Itzhak Green

This work presents the results from a three dimensional (3D) finite element analysis (FEA) of an elastic-plastic asperity contact model for two spherical bodies sliding across each other with various preset vertical interferences. Stresses, forces, contact areas, deformations, and net energy loss are presented for steel-on-steel and aluminum-on-copper contact.


2014 ◽  
Vol 602-605 ◽  
pp. 709-712
Author(s):  
Jin Hong Ma ◽  
Bin Tao ◽  
Xiao Han Yao

Y-Type rolling mill with three roller is a new kind of wire mill.The three-dimensional models of rolling are established by Pro/E. Based on the finite element analysis software ANSYS/LS-DYNA, the rolling process of wire by Y-type rollers is simulated. The rolling piece movement is analysed. Stress and strain of Y-type roller are also analysed.


2016 ◽  
Vol 693 ◽  
pp. 169-173
Author(s):  
Wei Hua Wei ◽  
Ya Nan Zhu ◽  
Tong Ming Xue ◽  
Si Yuan Xie ◽  
Cheng Rong Yuan ◽  
...  

Taking advantage of three-dimensional software Solidworks to model for solar modules and also using finite element analysis software Ansysworkbench to conduct the stress analysis and strength check of modules, to analyze the deformation of modules under certain loading conditions, to conduct load tests and defect detection (EL experiments) and to optimize encapsulation with aluminum frame combined with the factory laboratory. The results show that: the modules have no crack and other defects and their power attenuation does not exceed the specified value after the 2.0mm thickness aluminum frame was reduced to 1.7mm.


2015 ◽  
Vol 638 ◽  
pp. 123-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
Florin Baciu ◽  
Claudia Bratosin ◽  
Aurelia Rusu-Casandra

The literature reports that dental cavities are an international public health challenge and treatment of decays especially for young children is a medical problem of great importance. Early childhood caries progress rapidly and can cause functional, physical and dentofacial aesthetic impairment. Recent studies show that caries lesions can compromise children’s quality of life due to the pain and discomfort which could lead to disfigurement, acute and chronic infections and to alteration of meals and sleeping habits. Tooth decay occurs when acids in the mouth dissolve the outer layers of the tooth, stripping the tooth of important minerals. Because dental decay often goes untreated, the cavity grows and more tooth structure is lost. Restorative dentistry has the main purpose of rehabilitating the function and aesthetic of tooth. The structural integrity of the restored teeth depends on the state of stress in their different regions due to occlusal loads. The aim of this study performed with the finite element method is to evaluate the stress and strain distributions in bone structure-primary canine-restorative material assembly when a load of 120N is applied all over the upper surface of the model. Particular attention was given to an accurate computer reconstruction of the canine. Therefore with the aid of a CT scanner the tomography images obtained were processed with a special software (Mimics). Two dental restorative materials, commonly used in practice were chosen for the analysis and the results acquired are compared. Also the contact pressure at the interface bone-deciduous canine and deciduous canine-dental material is evaluated in both cases.


Author(s):  
Xian-Kui Zhu ◽  
Brian N. Leis

Three-dimensional elastic-plastic finite element analysis (FEA) is performed in this paper to simulate the complicated stresses and deformation of wrinklebends in a pipeline from its bending formation to operation under cyclic loading. Three plastic hardening models (isotropic, kinematic and combined isotropic/kinematic) are discussed and used in FEA of wrinklebend response that considers strain hardening and Bauschinger effects. The FEA simulation is carried out first for an elbow held at constant pressure while subject to cyclic bending, which serves as a benchmark case. The results show that the three hardening models lead to very different outcomes. Comparable FEA simulations are then developed for wrinklebends under cyclic pressure. Detailed parametric analysis is considered, including finite-element type, element sensitivity, computation time, and material input data. Based on those results viable nonlinear FEA model is developed as the basis to quantify wrinklebend response under service-like conditions. Based on the FEA results, fatigue damage is quantified using the Smith, Watson and Topper (SWT) parameter, and thereafter a damage criterion is proposed to predict the fatigue life of a wrinklebend under the pressure cycles of 72%–10% of SMYS for typical X42 pipeline steel. The results show that the wrinkle aspect ratio H/L is a key parameter to control the service life of a wrinklebend.


2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 531-542 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dyi-Cheng Chen ◽  
Jheng-Guang Lin

This study investigated hollow stemmed hip forging for enhancing the biocompatibility of Ti-6AL-4V titanium alloys. Instead of using the expensive titanium billet, this study applied DEFORMTM 3D finite element analysis software to simulate and analyze stem forming with respect to different die temperatures, friction factors, punch types, forging velocities, and billet temperatures. On the basis of its shape, a punch can be classified as flat head, ladder shaped, spherical, and conical. These differences affect the effective stress and punch load after stem formation. The experiment parameters were determined using the Taguchi L16 (45) orthogonal table. Both the simulated and experimental results indicated that the error for the size of the bone stem was less than 2%.


2015 ◽  
Vol 41 (6) ◽  
pp. 646-651 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hakimeh Siadat ◽  
Shervin Hashemzadeh ◽  
Allahyar Geramy ◽  
Seyed Hossein Bassir ◽  
Marzieh Alikhasi

There are some anatomical restrictions in which implants are not possible to be inserted in their conventional configuration. Offset placement of implants in relation to the prosthetic unit could be a treatment solution. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of the offset placement of implant-supported prosthesis on the stress distribution around a dental implant using 3D finite element analysis. 3D finite element models of implant placement in the position of a mandibular molar with 4 configurations (0, 0.5, 1, 1.5 mm offset) were created in order to investigate resultant stress/strain distribution. A vertical load of 100 N was applied on the center of the crown of the models. The least stress in peri-implant tissue was found in in-line configuration (0 mm offset). Stress concentration in the peri-implant tissue increased by increasing the amount of offset placement. Maximum stress concentration in all models was detected at the neck of the implant. It can be concluded that the offset placement of a single dental implant does not offer biomechanical advantages regarding reducing stress concentration over the in-line implant configuration. It is suggested that the amount of offset should be as minimum as possible.


2012 ◽  
Vol 271-272 ◽  
pp. 797-800
Author(s):  
Chan Juan Chen ◽  
Zhou Wen

In order to study conveying roller force and improve its mechanical properties, we use three-dimensional modeling software Pro/E to build the solid model of the Apple box delivery device’s conveying roller. Using finite element analysis software Ansys to analyze conveying roller’s bending stress, we can get images of local strain and displacement contours .Contrasting with factory’s broken roller conveyor, we can find that: through the establishment of appropriate boundary conditions, Ansys can accurate finite element analysis, and provide the basis for the conveying roller structure improvements.


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