scholarly journals Numerical Analysis for U-Shaped Thin-Walled Structure Reinforced Timber Beam Based on Thin-Layer Beam Theory

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Hui Liu ◽  
Jun Hu ◽  
Guohui Li ◽  
Guangying Mo

This paper presents a theoretical model, taking into account the shear deformation subjected to the influence of U-shaped member by geometric parameters as flange height based on thin-layer beam theory, to analyze the structural bending behavior of U-shaped member reinforced timber composite beams, and the feasible design forms of U-section have been pointed out. The algorithm for this composite beam is the most practical and effective method to meet the accurate solution. The formulas for the common forms of U-section are presented. It aims to develop a rational engineering approach. The proposed model has been validated by comparing the results obtained in the present analysis with experimental results and finite element analysis. Furthermore, the results suggested that the value of flange height can be one-fifth the beam height based on the present analysis by comparison of two types of beams. And it is shown that the model provided here correlates consistently and satisfactorily with a wide range of timber beams reinforced by a thin-walled structure such as steel or aluminum alloy sheet bonded to their tension faces.

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giacomo Canale ◽  
Felice Rubino ◽  
Paul M. Weaver ◽  
Roberto Citarella ◽  
Angelo Maligno

Background:Beam models have been proven effective in the preliminary analysis and design of aerospace structures. Accurate cross sectional stiffness constants are however needed, especially when dealing with bending, torsion and bend-twist coupling deformations. Several models have been proposed in the literature, even recently, but a lack of precision may be found when dealing with a high level of anisotropy and different lay-ups.Objective:A simplified analytical model is proposed to evaluate bending and torsional stiffness of a prismatic, anisotropic, thin-walled box. The proposed model is an extension of the model proposed by Lemanski and Weaver for the evaluation of the bend-twist coupling constant.Methods:Bending and torsional stiffness are derived analytically by using physical reasoning and by applying bending and torsional stiffness mathematic definition. Unitary deformations have been applied when evaluation forces and moments arising on the cross section.Results:Good accuracy has been obtained for structures with different geometries and lay-ups. The model has been validated with respect to finite element analysis. Numerical results are commented upon and compared with other models presented in literature.Conclusion:For cross sections with a high level of anisotropy, the accuracy of the proposed formulation is within 2% for bending stiffness and 6% for torsional stiffness. The percentage of error is further reduced for more realistic geometries and lay-ups.The proposed formulation gives accurate results for different dimensions and length rations of horizontal and vertical walls.


2011 ◽  
Vol 314-316 ◽  
pp. 1773-1777
Author(s):  
Wei Wei Liu ◽  
Pei Chen ◽  
Xiao Juan Gao ◽  
Chen Wei Shan ◽  
Min Wan

In this paper, a new procedure is proposed to study the deformation errors for spiral milling process of blade, which can be simplified as a stepwise beam based on the geometry and clamping characteristics. Kirchhoff beam theory is adopted to analyze the bending and torsion deformation. The relationship between machining deformation errors and the workpiece’s geometric dimension are also established based on the simplified model. Corresponding algorithms are realized by MATLAB codes. Experiment test shows that the results predicted by the proposed model are in well agreement with measured ones.


1992 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 145-149 ◽  
Author(s):  
F J M Q De Melo ◽  
M A P Vaz

This paper presents a simple solution for the flexibility calculation of curved profiles having a rectangular thin-walled cross-section. Some assumptions related to geometric details about the shape of the deformed structure are included in the present analysis, aiming at an economic and accurate solution. Results concerning the distortion of the transverse section are compared with the corresponding data from the solution with a thin shell finite element analysis. A flexibility factor for the structure analysed here is presented as a graphical result.


2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 299-307
Author(s):  
Jinyin Li ◽  
Peng Yan ◽  
Jianming Li

Abstract. This paper presents an improved modeling method for bridge-type mechanism by taking the input displacement loss into consideration, and establishes an amplification ratio model of bridge-type mechanism according to compliance matrix method and elastic beam theory. Moreover, the amplification ratio of the designed bridge-type nano-positioner is obtained by taking the guiding mechanism as the external load of bridge-type mechanism. Comparing with existing methods, the proposed model is more accurate, which is further verified by finite element analysis(FEA) and experimental test. The consistency of the results obtained from theoretical model, FEA and experimental testing indicates that the proposed model can accurately predict the amplification characteristics of nano-positioners, which helps the analysis and design of bridge-type nano-positioners in practical applications.


2014 ◽  
Vol 81 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuki Shitanoki ◽  
Stephen J. Bennison ◽  
Yasuhiro Koike

Analytic models that describe the mechanical behavior of thin glass–polymer laminate structures have been investigated experimentally and via finite-element analysis (FEA). Standard laminate effective thickness models were shown to be applicable to a wide range of glass/interlayer thickness ratios and to a wide range of interlayer shear moduli, covering most currently existing glass laminates. In addition, an analytic comparison of the effective thickness model with the traditional composite beam model clarified the applicable limits of the former model in the range of the interlayer/glass thickness ratio and interlayer shear modulus. These modeling approaches enable a rational engineering design approach for structurally efficient, lightweight, and safe glazing laminates.


2006 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 440-450 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Emre Erkmen ◽  
Magdi Mohareb

In a companion paper (R.E. Erkmen and M. Mohareb. 2006. Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering, 33: 421–439.), three finite elements based on the Vlasov thin-walled beam theory were formulated using a nonorthogonal coordinate system. Although the associated derivations are more elaborate than in more conventional solutions based on orthogonal coordinates, the new elements offer more modelling capabilities and flexibility in modelling structural steel members, a feature that is illustrated in this paper. In this context, the current paper presents four details in steel construction that were conveniently modelled within the new solution scheme. The applications involve thin-walled members with coped flanges, rectangular holes reinforced with longitudinal stiffeners, and eccentric supports. Comparisons with established shell finite element models using ABAQUS suggest the validity of the new solution. Key words: open sections, finite element analysis, thin-walled members, coped flanges, rectangular holes, eccentric supports.


2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (18-19) ◽  
pp. 2697-2715 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nguyen Van Viet ◽  
Wael Zaki ◽  
Ziad Moumni

A new analytical model is derived for cantilever beams made from superelastic shape memory alloy and subjected to tip load. The deformation of the beam is described based on Timoshenko beam theory using constitutive relations that account for asymmetric shape memory alloy response in tension and compression. Analytical moment and shear force equations are developed and the position of the neutral axis and the different solid phase regions in the beam are tracked throughout a full loading–unloading cycle. Validation of the proposed model is carried out against data from the literature and from the finite element analysis considering tensile–compressive asymmetry in shape memory alloy behavior.


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