Analysis and Optimization on the Front Supporter of Concrete Mixer Truck

2013 ◽  
Vol 385-386 ◽  
pp. 288-291 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yao Dong Gao ◽  
You Zheng Ma ◽  
Xiang Gang Kong
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Size Optimization ◽  
Work Condition ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress ◽  
Concrete Mixer ◽  
Parameterization Model ◽  
Objective Size

The finite element software ANSYS is applied to optimize the front supporter of the concrete mixer truck. The main goal of the optimization is to reduce the quality. The statics analysis and the modal analysis of the front supporter are performed in the most dangerous work condition. The results of the two analyses are combined to explore improvement methods. Then, the topology optimization is performed to propose and establish the final shape and parameterization model. Finally, the multi-objective size optimization is performed to obtain the best optimization result. The maximum equivalent stress has reduced by 7.5%, and the quality has reduced by 13%.

Optimization design of titanium alloy connecting rod based on structural topology optimization

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bin Zheng ◽  
Yi Cai ◽  
Kelun Tang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Connecting Rod ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to realize the lightweight of connecting rod and meet the requirements of low energy consumption and vibration. Based on the structural design of the original connecting rod, the finite element analysis was conducted to reduce the weight and increase the natural frequencies, so as to reduce materials consumption and improve the energy efficiency of internal combustion engine. Design/methodology/approach The finite element analysis, structural optimization design and topology optimization of the connecting rod are applied. Efficient hybrid method is deployed: static and modal analysis; and structure re-design of the connecting rod based on topology optimization. Findings After the optimization of the connecting rod, the weight is reduced from 1.7907 to 1.4875 kg, with a reduction of 16.93%. The maximum equivalent stress of the optimized connecting rod is 183.97 MPa and that of the original structure is 217.18 MPa, with the reduction of 15.62%. The first, second and third natural frequencies of the optimized connecting rod are increased by 8.89%, 8.85% and 11.09%, respectively. Through the finite element analysis and based on the lightweight, the maximum equivalent stress is reduced and the low-order natural frequency is increased. Originality/value This paper presents an optimization method on the connecting rod structure. Based on the statics and modal analysis of the connecting rod and combined with the topology optimization, the size of the connecting rod is improved, and the static and dynamic characteristics of the optimized connecting rod are improved.

scholarly journals Static analysis on spherical magnetically suspending rotor based on finite element

2018 ◽  
Vol 198 ◽  
pp. 04001
Author(s):  
Weijie Wang ◽  
Ren Yuan ◽  
Zengyuan Yin
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Static Analysis ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Flow Mode ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress ◽  
Static Mechanical ◽  
Design Speed

In this paper, the static mechanical properties of a spherical magnetically suspending rotor are studied based on the finite element analysis method. The structure of the spherical magnetically suspending rotor is designed. The characteristics of the spherical magnetically suspending rotor are analysed and the necessity of static analysis is pointed out. The main content and general flow of statics analysis are discussed. The two working modes (GUI mode and command flow mode based on APDL) of the finite element software ANSYS are compared and analysed. Then the finite element model of the spherical magnetically suspending rotor is established by the command flow method, and the detailed modelling steps are given. On this basis, the static characteristics of the spherical magnetically suspending rotor are simulated and analysed. The simulation results show that the maximum equivalent stress and rigid body displacement of the rotor are within the safety threshold at a design speed of 10000rpm.

scholarly journals Finite Element Modeling of Residual Stress at Joint Interface of Titanium Alloy and 17-4PH Stainless Steel

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 629
Author(s):  
Nana Kwabena Adomako ◽  
Sung Hoon Kim ◽  
Ji Hong Yoon ◽  
Se-Hwan Lee ◽  
Jeoung Han Kim
Keyword(s):  
Residual Stress ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Stainless Steel ◽  
Finite Element Modeling ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Stress Gradient ◽  
Joint Interface ◽  
Element Modeling ◽  
Actual Experiment ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress

Residual stress is a crucial element in determining the integrity of parts and lifetime of additively manufactured structures. In stainless steel and Ti-6Al-4V fabricated joints, residual stress causes cracking and delamination of the brittle intermetallic joint interface. Knowledge of the degree of residual stress at the joint interface is, therefore, important; however, the available information is limited owing to the joint’s brittle nature and its high failure susceptibility. In this study, the residual stress distribution during the deposition of 17-4PH stainless steel on Ti-6Al-4V alloy was predicted using Simufact additive software based on the finite element modeling technique. A sharp stress gradient was revealed at the joint interface, with compressive stress on the Ti-6Al-4V side and tensile stress on the 17-4PH side. This distribution is attributed to the large difference in the coefficients of thermal expansion of the two metals. The 17-4PH side exhibited maximum equivalent stress of 500 MPa, which was twice that of the Ti-6Al-4V side (240 MPa). This showed good correlation with the thermal residual stress calculations of the alloys. The thermal history predicted via simulation at the joint interface was within the temperature range of 368–477 °C and was highly congruent with that obtained in the actual experiment, approximately 300–450 °C. In the actual experiment, joint delamination occurred, ascribable to the residual stress accumulation and multiple additive manufacturing (AM) thermal cycles on the brittle FeTi and Fe2Ti intermetallic joint interface. The build deflected to the side at an angle of 0.708° after the simulation. This study could serve as a valid reference for engineers to understand the residual stress development in 17-4PH and Ti-6Al-4V joints fabricated with AM.

Thermo-mechanical analysis and optimization of functionally graded rotating disks

2020 ◽  
Vol 55 (5-6) ◽  
pp. 159-171
Author(s):  
Hassan Mohamed Abdelalim Abdalla ◽  
Daniele Casagrande ◽  
Luciano Moro
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Rotating Disk ◽  
Mechanical Analysis ◽  
Theory Of Elasticity ◽  
Functionally Graded ◽  
Rotating Disks ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress ◽  
Quadratic Programming Method ◽  
Stress Uniformity

The behavior of thermo-mechanical stresses in functionally graded axisymmetric rotating hollow disks with variable thickness is analyzed. The material is assumed to be functionally graded in the radial direction. First, a two-dimensional axisymmetric model of the functionally graded rotating disk is developed using the finite element method. Exact solutions for stresses are then obtained assuming that the plane theory of elasticity holds. These solutions are in accordance with finite element ones, thus showing the validity of the assumption. Finally, in order to reduce the maximum equivalent stress along the radius, the optimization of the material distribution is addressed. To avoid subsequent finite element simulations in the optimization process, which can be computationally demanding, a nonlinear constrained optimization problem is proposed, for which the solution is obtained numerically by the sequential quadratic programming method, showing prominent results in terms of equivalent stress uniformity.

Investigation of Strength in G4-73 Type Centrifugal Fan Impeller

2011 ◽  
Vol 383-390 ◽  
pp. 5669-5673
Author(s):  
Song Ling Wang ◽  
Zhe Sun ◽  
Zheng Ren Wu
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Calculation Result ◽  
Working Condition ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Centrifugal Fan ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Total Displacement ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress

For the large centrifugal fan impeller, its working condition generally is bad, and its geometry generally is complex. So its displacements and stresses distribution are also complex. In this paper, we can obtain the fan impeller’s displacements and stresses distribution accurately through numerical simulation in G4-73 type centrifugal fan impeller using the finite element method software ANSYS. The calculation result shows that the maximum total displacement of the impeller is m, it occurs on the position of the half of the blade near the outlet of the impeller; and the maximum equivalent stress of the impeller is 193 MPa, it occurs on the contacted position of the blade and the shroud near inlet of the impeller. Furthermore, check the impeller strength, the result shows that the strength of the impeller can meet the requirement.

BIOMECHANICAL STABILITY OF THE CERVICAL SPINE AFTER UNCINATE PROCESS RESECTION: A FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (06) ◽  
pp. 1540049 ◽  
Author(s):  
XUEFENG BO ◽  
XI MEI ◽  
HUI WANG ◽  
WEIDA WANG ◽  
ZAN CHEN ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Uncinate Process ◽  
Total Deformation ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress ◽  
Left And Right ◽  
The Stability

When performing anterolateral foraminotomy for the treatment of cervical spondylotic radiculopathy, the extent of uncinate process resection affects the stability of the cervical spine. The aim of this study was to determine the stability of the cervical spine after resection of various amounts of the uncinate process. Based on computed tomography (CT) scans of an adult male volunteer, a three-dimensional geometric model of the cervical spine (C4-C6) was established using Mimics 13.1, SolidWorks 2012, and ANSYS 15.0 software packages. Next, the mechanical parameters of the tissues were assigned according to their different material characteristics. Using the tetrahedral mesh method, a three-dimensional finite element model of the cervical spine was then established. In modeling uncinated process resection, two excision protocols were compared. The first excision protocol, protocol A, mimicked the extent of resection used in current clinical surgical practice. The second excision protocol, protocol B, employed an optimal resection extent as predicted by the finite element model. Protocols A and B were then used to resect the left uncinate process of the C5 vertebra to either 50% or 60% of the total height of the uncinate process. The stability of the cervical spine was assessed by evaluating values of deformation and maximum equivalent stress during extension, flexion, lateral bending, and rotation. After protocol A resection, the total deformation was increased as was the maximum equivalent stress during left and right rotation. After protocol B resection, the total deformation was little changed and the maximum equivalent stress was visibly decreased during left and right rotation. As evidenced by these results, protocol B resection had relatively little effect on the stability of the cervical spine, suggesting that resection utilizing the limits proposed in protocol B appears to better maintain the stability of the cervical spine when compared with current clinical surgical practice as replicated in protocol A.

Three-Dimensional Nonlinear Contact Finite Element Analysis of Mandibular All-on-4 Design

2015 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. e12-e18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mostafa Omran Hussein ◽  
Mahmoud Elsayed Rabie
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Stress And Strain ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Implant Position ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Edentulous Mandible ◽  
Nonlinear Contact ◽  
Position And Orientation

The All-on-4 design was used successfully for restoring edentulous mandible. This design avoids anatomic cripples such as inferior alveolar nerve by tilting posterior implants. Moreover, tilting posterior implants of All-on-4 design had a mechanical preference than the conventional design. On the other hand, the anterior implants are parallel at the lateral incisor region. Several researches showed favorable results for tilting posterior implants. However, research did not study the influence of the anterior implant position or orientation on the mechanical aspects of this design. This study analyzes the influence of varying anterior implant position and orientation of the All-on-4 design using nonlinear contact 3D finite-element analysis. Three copied 3-dimensional models of the All-on-4 design were classified according to anterior implant position and orientation. The frictional contact between fixtures and bone was the contact type in this finite element analysis. Finally, von Mises stress and strain at implant and bone levels were recorded and analyzed using finite element software. Stress concentrations were detected mainly around the posterior implant at the loaded side. Values of the maximum equivalent stress and strain were around tilted implants of design III followed by design II, then design I. Changing the position or orientation of the anterior implants in All-on-4 design influences stress-strain distribution of the whole design.

Topology and Free Size Optimization With Manufacturing Constraints for Light Weight Die Cast Automotive Backrest Frame

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sreeram Polavarapu ◽  
Lonny L. Thompson ◽  
Mica Grujicic
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Design Space ◽  
Size Optimization ◽  
Manufacturing Constraints ◽  
Material Distribution ◽  
Front Seat ◽  
Die Cast ◽  
Stiffening Ribs ◽  
Multiple Load

Finite element analysis, together with topology and free-size optimization is used to design a lightweight die cast automotive front seat backrest frame when subjected to loads prescribed by ECE R17 European government regulations and additional loads which are predicted in an event of crash. In particular, an effort is made here to study the characteristics of a die cast automotive front seat backrest frame and develop a method for predicting the optimized material and support rib distribution which provides a lightweight seat which satisfies both strength and deflection requirements in a design space which includes the action of multiple load cases. An existing commercially available die cast backrest frame serves as the reference design space. Both 3D surface and solid models are created for representation as shell and solid finite element models for analysis. The objective function for topology optimization of the 3D solid model is to minimize mass of the component subject to stress and deflection constraints and is used as a guide in determining optimal geometric distribution of stiffening ribs. When the shell model of the reference seat is subjected to free-size optimization with this same constraint and objective given, an optimized material distribution measured by shell element thicknesses is obtained. For the topology optimization, manufacturing constraints of preferred draw direction and symmetry are applied in order to obtain an optimized material distribution which can be manufactured in the die-cast process. The procedure followed in this work generated an optimal material distribution and stiffening ribs in a lightweight die cast automotive seat backrest frame when subjected to multiple load cases. An overall reduction in weight of 13% is achieved over a reference commercially available die cast backrest frame component.

Design, Modeling and Finite Element Static Analysis of a New Two Axis Solar Tracker Using SolidWorks/COSMOSWorks

2013 ◽  
Vol 446-447 ◽  
pp. 738-743 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fateh Ferroudji ◽  
Toufik Ouattas ◽  
Chérif Khélifi
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Static Analysis ◽  
Safety Factor ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Maximum Displacement ◽  
3D Cad ◽  
Optimum Position ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress ◽  
Solar Tracker ◽  
The Stability

This paper presents the now design, modeling and static analysis of a new two-axis solar tracker (Azimuth and Altitude). The tracker is an electro-hydraulic device that keeps photovoltaic panels in an optimum position perpendicularly to the solar radiation during daylight hours. The tracker of 24 m² panel’s size was designed using the SolidWorks 3D CAD software. The finite element method (FEM) is adopted to ensure the stability and the reliability of the tracker. COSMOSWorks was used to determine displacement, equivalent stress and safety factor of the tracker under its own weight and wind load critical, namely wind speed of 130 km/h. Simulation results show that the maximum displacement of the structure is 1.18 mm, the level of the maximum equivalent stress is 74.43 MPa and the safety factor is about 3. The tracker structure completely satisfies the design requirements.

scholarly journals Mathematical and Finite Element Modeling of Micro-Modification for Marine Gear

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Xiongxi Wu ◽  
Qifeng Gao ◽  
Zesong Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Impact Load ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Transmission Error ◽  
Gear Transmission ◽  
Transmission Model ◽  
Finite Element Software ◽  
Before And After

Based on the computer simulation technique, this paper used the professional gear design software MASTA and finite element software ANSYS combined with the method of gear micro-modification to redesign the gear profile and eventually realized the optimization design of gear micro-modification. Then the gear transmission model of one-level reducer was established to simulate and analyze the contact equivalent stress, transmission error, and meshing impact before and after gear modification. By comparing the simulations results it is found that gear micro-modification can lower meshing impact load, reduce the vibration strength, make gear transmission steady, and improve the gear bearing capacity. By comparing the transmission error curves and meshing impact load curves before and after gear micro-modification, this helps to understand the effects of gear micro-modification on the gear transmission and provides basis references for the future redesign of the marine gears with high strength and long service life.

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