scholarly journals Automotive Bolts Tightening Analysis using Contact Stress Simulation: Developing An Optimal CAE Design Approach Model

2012 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 435
Author(s):  
Takehiro Onodera ◽  
Kakuro Amasaka
Keyword(s):  
Contact Stress ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Design Approach ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Delivery Times ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
Cae Analysis ◽  
Stress Simulation

In recent years, enhancing computer-aided engineering (CAE) analysis is the most pressing issue facing companies seeking to implement development design that results in high quality and shortened delivery times. This paper presents an Optimal CAE Design Approach Model that can be used to reform the business processes associated with development design. The model consists of the following steps: (1) defining the problem, (2) conducting prototype testing, (3) visualizing the problem, (4) employing the CAE technological element analysis model, (5) conducting a two-dimensional CAE analysis, (6) conducting a three-dimensional CAE analysis, (7) carrying out a predictive evaluation, (8) optimizing the design, and (9) verifying the results. As a specific application for this process, the authors focused on the ongoing problem of bolt loosening at automakers, using the model to explain the loosening mechanism by analyzing the contact stress at the bearing surfaces in bolted parts and gain new knowledge.

Modeling and experimental verification on directivity of an electret cell array loudspeaker

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 326-333 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Chi Chen ◽  
Wen-Ching Ko ◽  
Han-Lung Chen ◽  
Hsu-Ching Liao ◽  
Wen-Jong Wu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Digital Control System ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Cell Array ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Analysis Model ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Directivity Characteristics

We propose a model to give us a method to investigate the characteristic three-dimensional directivity in an arbitrarily configured flexible electret-based loudspeaker. In recent years, novel electret loudspeakers have attracted much interest due to their being lightweight, paper thin, and possessing excellent mid- to high-frequency responses. Increasing or decreasing the directivity of an electret loudspeaker makes it excellent for adoption to many applications, especially for directing sound to a particular area or specific audio location. Herein, we detail a novel electret loudspeaker that possesses various directivities and is based on various structures of spacers instead of having to use multichannel amplifiers and a complicated digital control system. In order to study the directivity of an electret loudspeaker based on an array structure which can be adopted for various applications, the horizontal and vertical polar directivity characteristics as a function of frequency were simulated by a finite-element analysis model. To validate the finite-element analysis model, the beam pattern of the electret loudspeaker was measured in an anechoic room. Both the simulated and experimental results are detailed in this article to validate the various assertions related to the directivity of electret cell-based smart speakers.

scholarly journals Biomechanical assessment of different fixation methods in mandibular high sagittal oblique osteotomy using a three-dimensional finite element analysis model

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles Savoldelli ◽  
Elodie Ehrmann ◽  
Yannick Tillier
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Von Mises Stress ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Fixation Methods ◽  
Oblique Osteotomy ◽  
Von Mises

AbstractWith modern-day technical advances, high sagittal oblique osteotomy (HSOO) of the mandible was recently described as an alternative to bilateral sagittal split osteotomy for the correction of mandibular skeletal deformities. However, neither in vitro nor numerical biomechanical assessments have evaluated the performance of fixation methods in HSOO. The aim of this study was to compare the biomechanical characteristics and stress distribution in bone and osteosynthesis fixations when using different designs and placing configurations, in order to determine a favourable plating method. We established two finite element models of HSOO with advancement (T1) and set-back (T2) movements of the mandible. Six different configurations of fixation of the ramus, progressively loaded by a constant force, were assessed for each model. The von Mises stress distribution in fixations and in bone, and bony segment displacement, were analysed. The lowest mechanical stresses and minimal gradient of displacement between the proximal and distal bony segments were detected in the combined one-third anterior- and posterior-positioned double mini-plate T1 and T2 models. This suggests that the appropriate method to correct mandibular deformities in HSOO surgery is with use of double mini-plates positioned in the anterior one-third and posterior one-third between the bony segments of the ramus.

Analysis on Thermo-Mechanical Coupling Contact Stress of Cycloid Ball Planetary Drive

2011 ◽  
Vol 86 ◽  
pp. 184-187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Huai Cheng Xia ◽  
Zuo Mei Yang ◽  
Zi Jun An
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Contact Stress ◽  
Load Transfer ◽  
Transmission Performance ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Coupling Analysis ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Mechanical Coupling ◽  
Working Temperature ◽  
Contact Points

According to the structure and its transmission principle of the cycloid ball planetary drive, a thermo-mechanical coupling analysis model of non-backlash cycloid ball engagement pair is developed in this paper. The force formula is derived by using hyperstatic method. Using finite element analysis, the variation of thermo-mechanical coupling contact stress of engagement pair at maximum force position with working temperature has been obtained. The results show that maximum coupling contact stress is located at the load transfer contact points between the ball and the cycloid grooves, and it increases significantly with the increase of temperature. The results obtained offer important theoretical basses for research on reliability of precision cycloid ball engagement pair and design of non-backlash transmission performance.

scholarly journals Finite element analysis of T-joint of mechanical connecting channels

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 168781402097774
Author(s):  
Jiawei Wang ◽  
Fachao Li ◽  
Zibo Chen ◽  
Baishu Li ◽  
Jue Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Rail Transit ◽  
Force Analysis ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Analysis Model ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Design Software

This paper studies the force and deformation of the connecting channel in Ningbo rail transit construction, which firstly used the mechanical shield method. Steel-concrete composite structural segments are used in the T-joint of connecting channel. The cutting part of the segments are replaced by the concrete and fiberglass instead of reinforced concrete. Basing on a variety of three-dimensional design software and ABAQUS finite element analysis software, a refined finite element analysis model of the special segments is established. By considering the influence of curved joint bolts, the force analysis of the special segments under the structural state before and after construction is performed. According to the analysis and comparison of the deformation of the segments with and without the bolts, it is concluded that the steel-concrete segments can withstand the pressure of the soil before and after the construction. Suggestions for the safety of the design and construction of the segments are put forward.

Auxetic deformation of the weft-knitted Miura-ori fold

2019 ◽  
Vol 90 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 617-630
Author(s):  
Kun Luan ◽  
Andre West ◽  
Emiel DenHartog ◽  
Marian McCord
Keyword(s):  
Deformation Mechanism ◽  
Poisson’S Ratio ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Poisson's Ratio ◽  
Dimensional Structure ◽  
Damping Capacity ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Specific Direction ◽  
Application Fields

Negative Poisson’s ratio (NPR) material with unique geometry is rare in nature and has an auxetic response under strain in a specific direction. With this unique property, this type of material is significantly promising in many specific application fields. The curling structure commonly exists in knitted products due to the unbalanced force inside a knit loop. Thus, knitted fabric is an ideal candidate to mimic natural NPR materials, since it possesses such an inherent curly configuration and the flexibility to design and process. In this work, a weft-knitted Miura-ori fold (WMF) fabric was produced that creates a self-folding three-dimensional structure with NPR performance. Also, a finite element analysis model was developed to simulate the structural auxetic response to understand the deformation mechanism of hierarchical thread-based auxetic fabrics. The simulated strain–force curves of four WMF fabrics quantitatively agree with our experimental results. The auxetic morphologies, Poisson’s ratio and damping capacity were discussed, revealing the deformation mechanism of the WMF fabrics. This study thus provides a fundamental framework for mechanical-stimulating textiles. The developed NPR knitted fabrics have a high potential to be employed in areas of tissue engineering, such as artificial blood vessels and artificial folding mucosa.

Finite Element Analysis for Gear Contact Based on UG and ABAQUS

2013 ◽  
Vol 442 ◽  
pp. 229-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Mei Wu ◽  
Fei Yang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Contact Stress ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Tooth Surface ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Tooth Width ◽  
Gear Contact ◽  
Maximum Contact

According to the cutting theory of involute tooth profile, established an exact three-dimensional parametric model by UG. Used ABAQUS to crate finite element model for gear meshing. After simulated the meshing process, discussed the periodicity of the tooth surface contact stress. Based on the result of finite element analysis, made a comparison of the maximum contact stress between finite element solution and Hertz theoretical solution, analyzed the contact stress distribution on tooth width, and researched the effect of friction factor on contact stress. All that provided some theoretical basis for gear contact strength design.

scholarly journals Three-dimensional finite element simulation of residual stresses in UIC60 rails during the quenching process

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 1301-1307 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nejad Masoudi ◽  
Mahmoud Shariati ◽  
Khalil Farhangdoost
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Residual Stresses ◽  
Initial Conditions ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Quenching Process ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

The aim of this paper is to develop means to predict accurately the residual stresses due to quenching process of an UIC60 rail. A 3-D non-linear stress analysis model has been applied to estimate stress fields of an UIC60 rail in the quenching process. A cooling mechanism with water spray is simulated applying the elastic-plastic finite element analysis for the rail. The 3-D finite element analysis results of the studies presented in this paper are needed to describe the initial conditions for analyses of how the service conditions may act to change the as-manufactured stress field.

Design of a Massively Reconfigurable Origami Space Structure Incorporating Shape Memory Alloys

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darren Hartl ◽  
Kathryn Lane ◽  
Richard Malak
Keyword(s):  
Shape Memory ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Passive Layer ◽  
Space Structure ◽  
Integration Scheme ◽  
Cylindrical Shape ◽  
Material System ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Design Assessment

The subject of origami design has recently garnered increasing attention from the science, mathematics, and engineering communities. Mathematically rigorous frameworks have been developed that allow the identification of folding patterns needed to obtain a final three-dimensional goal shape. However, relatively little research exists on the problem of understanding the behavioral aspects of the material system undergoing the folding operations. This work considers the design and analysis of a novel concept for a self-folding material system. The system consists of an active, self-morphing laminate structure that includes thermally actuated shape memory alloy (SMA) layers and a compliant passive layer. Multiple layers allow folds in both directions (e.g., cross-folds). The layers are configured to allow continuously variable folding operations based only on which regions are heated. For the purposes of demonstration, an example problem is considered whereby an autonomous planetary landing craft is designed that can be stored in a flat sheet configuration, morph using a set of folds into a stable shape for safe descent through a gaseous atmosphere, and then, once landed, morph again toward a cylindrical shape for the purpose of rolling locomotion. We examine the effects of fold width, layer thicknesses, and activation parameters on the geometric configurations that can be obtained. The design efforts are supported by realistic morphing structural analysis tools. These include a comprehensive and accurate three-dimensional constitutive model for SMAs implemented into a finite element analysis (FEA) framework (the Abaqus Unified FEA suite) using a robust and efficient numerical integration scheme. Shell elements and laminate theory are used to increase the computational efficiency of the analysis. Model pre-processing, submission, and post-processing scripting methods are used to automate the design assessment tasks.

Study on the Meshing Feature and Contact Strength of WN Gear Driving in Load Bearing

2012 ◽  
Vol 229-231 ◽  
pp. 406-409
Author(s):  
Cheng Chao Li ◽  
Dian Hua Chen ◽  
Yu Guang Li ◽  
Xiao Kai Mu
Keyword(s):  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Helix Angle ◽  
Contact Strength ◽  
Analysis Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Gear Drive ◽  
Gear Contact ◽  
Dynamic Meshing ◽  
Center Distance

According to characteristics of WN gear multi-point meshing and double-arc tooth contact, the finite element analysis model of the WN gear drive is established by Pro/E and ANSYS modeling techniques. The contact way and meshing feature of the WN gear under the different conditions and parameters are studied by three-dimensional dynamic meshing simulation analysis of gear drive. The analysis model of contact strength at loading driving is established by three dimensional geometric contact characteristics and elastic deform theory. Impact of helix angle and center distance error in the calculation of WN gear contact strength on maximum contact stress is analyzed. The results show that increase of the helix angle and a slight decrease of the center distance can improve the contact strength.

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