scholarly journals Blast Simulator Testing of Structures: Methodology and Validation

2011 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 579-592 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Rodriguez-Nikl ◽  
G.A. Hegemier ◽  
F. Seible
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Field Tests ◽  
Detailed Model ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Explosive Materials ◽  
Blast Effects ◽  
Resistance Function ◽  
The University ◽  
Good Agreement

The blast simulator at the University of California, San Diego is a unique tool for conducting full-scale testing of blast effects on structures without the use of explosive materials. This blast simulator uses high speed hydraulic actuators to launch specially designed modules toward the specimen, thereby imparting impulse in a blast-like manner. This method of testing offers numerous advantages over field tests with actual explosives, including cost, turn-around time, repeatability, and a clear view of the progression of damage in the specimen. The viability of this method is established by comparing results obtained in the blast simulator with results obtained with actual explosives. The process by which the impulse is imparted to the specimen is then described by a detailed model based on the equivalent single degree of freedom method. Impulse calculated by the model is found to be in good agreement with the experimentally recorded values. Calculated impulse is found to be relatively insensitive to assumptions made about the specimen's resistance function (often not well known before a test) implying that the model can be used with confidence in designing an experimental study.

scholarly journals Development of n-DoF Preloaded Structures for Impact Mitigation in Cobots

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Seriani ◽  
P. Gallina ◽  
L. Scalera ◽  
V. Lughi
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Impact Loads ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Impact Mitigation ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Future Developments ◽  
Core Issue ◽  
Comprehensive Framework ◽  
Peculiar Behavior ◽  
Good Agreement

A core issue in collaborative robotics is that of impact mitigation, especially when collisions happen with operators. Passively compliant structures can be used as the frame of the cobot, although, usually, they are implemented by means of a single-degree-of-freedom (DoF). However, n-DoF preloaded structures offer a number of advantages in terms of flexibility in designing their behavior. In this work, we propose a comprehensive framework for classifying n-DoF preloaded structures, including one-, two-, and three-dimensional arrays. Furthermore, we investigate the implications of the peculiar behavior of these structures—which present sharp stiff-to-compliant transitions at design-determined load thresholds—on impact mitigation. To this regard, an analytical n-DoF dynamic model was developed and numerically implemented. A prototype of a 10DoF structure was tested under static and impact loads, showing a very good agreement with the model. Future developments will see the application of n-DoF preloaded structures to impact-mitigation on cobots and in the field of mobile robots, as well as to the field of novel architected materials.

scholarly journals The Spectrum Dip of Deck Mounted Systems

2010 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-69
Author(s):  
R.J. Scavuzzo ◽  
G.D. Hill ◽  
P.W. Saxe
Keyword(s):  
Vertical Motion ◽  
Base Point ◽  
Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Mass System ◽  
Detailed Model ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Fixed Base ◽  
Grid Points ◽  
Modal Mass

In this paper, a detailed model of a ship deck and attached dynamic systems was developed and subjected to dynamic studies using two different shock inputs: a triangular shaped velocity pulse and the vertical motion of the innerbottom of the standard Floating Shock Platform (FSP). Two studies were conducted, one considering four single degree-of-freedom systems attached at various deck locations and another considering a three-mass system attached at one location. The two shock inputs were used only for the multi-mass system study. The triangular pulse was used for the four single degree-of-freedom systems study. For the single degree-of-freedom systems study, shock spectra were first calculated at the four mounting locations assuming the oscillators were not present. Then the oscillator systems were added to these grid points to determine the change in the shock spectra. First, the oscillators were added one at a time, and then all the oscillators were added to the deck. The multi-mass system was analyzed using both shock inputs. First, the fixed-base modal masses and frequencies were determined. Then, the system as a whole was attached to the deck and the spectrum values at the base point were determined and compared to those for the free deck case. In the last step each mode of the multi-mass system, represented by a single degree-of-freedom system with the modal mass and appropriate spring stiffness, was considered individually to determine the spectrum responses. Results of the free deck, the entire system and individual modal responses are compared.

A Computationally Efficient Numerical Algorithm for the Transient Response of High-Speed Elastic Linkages

1979 ◽  
Vol 101 (1) ◽  
pp. 138-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Midha ◽  
A. G. Erdman ◽  
D. A. Frohrib
Keyword(s):  
Transient Response ◽  
Numerical Algorithm ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Relative Size ◽  
Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Time Dependent ◽  
Computationally Efficient ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Forcing Function

A new numerical algorithm, easily adaptable for computer simulation, is developed to approximate the transient response of a single degree-of-freedom vibrating system; governing differential equation is linear and second order with time-dependent and periodic coefficients. This is accomplished by first solving the classical linear single degree-of-freedom problem with constant coefficients. The system is excited by a periodic forcing function possessing a certain degree of smoothness. The integration terms in the solution are systematically expanded into two groups of terms: one consists of non-integral terms while the other contains only integral terms. The final integral terms are bounded. For certain combinations of frequency and damping, within the sub-resonant frequency range, the relative size of the integral terms are demonstrated to be small. The algebraic expansion (non-integral) terms then approximate the solution. The solution to a single degree-of-freedom system with time-dependent and periodic parameters is made possible by discretizing the forcing period into a number of intervals and assuming the system parameters as constant over each interval. The numerical algorithm is then employed to solve an elastic linkage problem via modal superposition. Convergence of the solution is verified by refining the number of intervals of discretization.

scholarly journals Miura-ori, Basics for Designing its Folding Machines

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Koryo Miura
Keyword(s):  
Basic Concept ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Geometric Property ◽  
Unique Property ◽  
Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Geometric Properties ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree

<p><strong>Abstract.</strong> The unique property of the Miura-ori map is due to the geometric property of “the single degree of freedom”. With this, one can open a map with a single pull motion. However, due to this property, the high-speed folding machine is difficult to realized. In this presentation, author investigates the natural geometric properties of Miura-ori in detail and proposes a basic concept for designing its folding machine. Though, the result does not provide a draft of a folding machine, the basics for the design parameters is beneficial for future works.</p>

Dynamics of a Free Play Type of Nonlinearity System Under Deterministic and Random Excitations

1995 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ismail I. Orabi
Keyword(s):  
Gaussian White Noise ◽  
Harmonic Excitation ◽  
Free Play ◽  
Nonlinear Structures ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Linearization Technique ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Nonlinear Responses ◽  
Digital Simulations ◽  
Good Agreement

Abstract The dynamics of nonlinear structures under harmonic and random excitations is studied. The harmonic excitation is modeled by periodic loadings while the random excitations is modeled by segments of stationary Gaussian white noise processes. Transient responses of a single-degree-of-freedom model is studied to illustrate the characteristic of nonlinear responses. A free play type of nonlinearity is considered. The effects of nonlinearities on the overall dynamics of structure is investigated. The linearization technique is used to calculate the response statistics. To check the accuracy of the linearization technique, the results are compared with Monte-Carlo digital simulations and good agreement are observed.

Dynamics of High-Speed Cam-Driven Mechanisms—Part 1: Linear System Models

1975 ◽  
Vol 97 (3) ◽  
pp. 769-775 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fan Y. Chen ◽  
N. Polvanich
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Response Spectra ◽  
System Model ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
System Parameters ◽  
Response Characteristics ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Design Charts ◽  
Driven System

The dynamic response of the cam-driven mechanism is investigated for a variety of cam motion profiles. Based on a linear, lumped system model of single degree of freedom, the results of the response characteristics of the follower are presented in the form of nondimensional primary and residual shock response spectra. These spectra are also recasted in four-coordinate log-log grid forms. The extension of this approach to treat the system model of two degrees of freedom is delineated. Furthermore, the analysis of a two-freedom model of the cam-driven system was also undertaken to clarify the effects of many system parameters and for obtaining an optimal design. Fundamental design charts are presented.

FOLDING OF A TYPE OF DEPLOYABLE ORIGAMI STRUCTURES

2012 ◽  
Vol 12 (06) ◽  
pp. 1250054 ◽  
Author(s):  
YAO CHEN ◽  
JIAN FENG
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Jacobian Matrix ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Rigid Plane ◽  
Configuration Changes ◽  
Good Agreement

Some types of rigid origami possess specific geometric properties. They have a single degree of freedom, and can experience large configuration changes without cut or being stretched. This study presents a numerical analysis and finite element simulation on the folding behavior of deployable origami structures. Equivalent pin-jointed structures were established, and a Jacobian matrix was formed to constrain the internal mechanisms in each rigid plane. A nonlinear iterative algorithm was formulated for predicting the folding behavior. The augmented compatibility matrix was updated at each step for correcting the incompatible strains. Subsequently, finite element simulations on the deployable origami structures were carried out. Specifically, two types of generalized deployable origami structures combined by basic parts were studied, with some key parameters considered. It is concluded that, compared with the theoretical values, both the solutions obtained by the nonlinear algorithm and finite element analysis are in good agreement, the proposed method can well predict the folding behavior of the origami structures, and the error of the numerical results increases with the increase of the primary angle.

A First-Passage Approximation in Random Vibration

1971 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 143-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ronald L. Racicot ◽  
Fred Moses
Keyword(s):  
Random Vibration ◽  
Numerical Technique ◽  
Joint Probability ◽  
Poisson Processes ◽  
Joint Probability Distribution ◽  
First Passage ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Average Size ◽  
Good Agreement

A numerical technique is described for computing approximate first-passage probabilities for single-degree-of-freedom systems. It is applicable to cases where the joint probability distribution of response at two times can be found. From these distributions, the average size of a clump of consecutive failure crossings is computed. Results are compared to previously published simulation first-passage probabilities and good agreement is found. Examples illustrate applications to Gaussian and filtered Poisson processes.

Dynamics of High-Speed Cam-Driven Mechanisms—Part 2: Nonlinear System Models

1975 ◽  
Vol 97 (3) ◽  
pp. 777-781 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Y. Chen ◽  
N. Polvanich
Keyword(s):  
Nonlinear System ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Phase Plane ◽  
Response Spectra ◽  
Equation Of Motion ◽  
Dynamic Responses ◽  
System Model ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Shock Response

The dynamic responses of the cam-driven mechanism are investigated, based on a non-linear lumped system model. The nonlinearity is an energy-dissipating element which consists of viscous, quadratic, Coulomb and static frictions combined. The nonlinear equation of motion of a single degree of freedom is first analyzed using a numerical method and the results of time responses are presented and characterized in the phase-plane. The primary and residual shock response spectra in nondimensional form for a number of typical cam input excitations are presented and compared with those of the associated linear cases.

Dynamic Position Accuracy Analysis of Paper-Converying Grippers in Die-Cutting Machine

2012 ◽  
Vol 466-467 ◽  
pp. 935-939 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fang Wang ◽  
Hong Chen
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Influencing Factor ◽  
Maximum Speed ◽  
Computation Method ◽  
Accuracy Analysis ◽  
Single Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Accuracy Requirement ◽  
Single Degree ◽  
Position Accuracy ◽  
Cutting Machine

Each component of die-cutting machine at high speed may produce vibration and die-cutting quality would be affected in different degrees by direct or indirect vibration. Position accuracy of paper-conveying grippers may be an important influencing factor. Under some suitable hypothetical conditions, single degree of freedom no-damp dynamic model was established based on transferring principle of mass and stiffness equivalence and principle of equivalent substitution. Position process has been discussed at high speed, dynamic displacement deviationresponse spectrum has been gotten by numerical computation method in cam resting rang. The result of the analysis and computation shows that position error has an increasing tendency with the increase of the working speed. So it is vitally necessary that the maximum speed of die-cutting machine must be limited to meet die-cutting accuracy requirement when natural frequency of the machine is known.

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