Finite Element Analysis of the Spindle Box Structure of Large CNC Machine Tool

2013 ◽  
Vol 423-426 ◽  
pp. 1889-1893
Author(s):  
Mo Wu Lu ◽  
Chang Lu ◽  
Xu Yang

In order to find the spindle box structural features. We use SolidWorks to establish solid model of the spindle box, and input the data to ANSYS by data interface provided the ANSYS software, and then calculate the static stress, natural frequencies and mode shapes which will provide a theoretical basis for dynamic analysis, design optimization.

2009 ◽  
Vol 626-627 ◽  
pp. 441-446
Author(s):  
Yang Liu ◽  
Ying Lu ◽  
Xue Feng Bi ◽  
Guang Qi Cai

In order to investigate that shields have the effect on the thermal equilibrium of CNC machine tool, this paper applies the theory of heat transfer and finite element analysis to analyze the thermal characteristics of CNC lathe CK40A/1000. By ANSYS software, the temperature distributions of spindle engine, headstock and bearing at thermal equilibrium with/without shields are obtained. By analyzing thermal equilibrium patterns and experiments, the temperature of spindle bearings with shields are 3-4 higher than without shields at thermal equilibrium. And shields have less influence on the temperature gradient of tool inner thermal sources.


2011 ◽  
Vol 199-200 ◽  
pp. 1126-1129
Author(s):  
Su Fang Fu ◽  
Han Gao ◽  
Jia Xi Du ◽  
Qiu Ju Zhang ◽  
Xue Ming Zhang ◽  
...  

In this paper, the finite element model for the cabinet of a drum washing machine and the model for testing vibration of the cabinet were developed in ANSYS software and PULSE™, respectively. A series of tests were conducted. The natural frequencies and mode shapes were obtained by finite element analysis and modal experiment, which revealed weak parts of the cabinet. Meanwhile, the computational modes were in good agreement with experimental ones and this could provide an available method by which it was convenient to improve the design of the cabinet.


2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 268
Author(s):  
Ahmed Ibrahim Razooqi ◽  
Hani Aziz Ameen ◽  
Kadhim Mijbel Mashloosh

Helical and slotted cylinder springs are indispensable elements in mechanical engineering. This paper investigates helical and slotted cylinder springs subjected to axial loads under static and dynamic conditions. The objective is to determine the stiffness of a circular cross-section helical coil compression spring and slotted cylinder springs with five sizes and dynamic characteristics. A theoretical and finite element models are developed and presented in order to describe the various steps undertaken to calculate the springs stiffnesses. Five cases of the springs geometric are presented. A finite element model was generated using ANSYS software and the stiffness matrix evaluated by applying a load along the springs axis, then calculating the corresponding changes in deformation. The stiffness is obtained by solving the changes of load and deformation. The natural frequencies, mode shapes and transient response of springs are also determined. Finally, a comparison of the stiffnesses are obtained using the theoretical methods and those obtained from the finite element analysis were made and good agreement are evident and it can be found that the stiffness of spring for the slotted cylinder spring is much larger than that for helical spring and the stiffness for slotted cylinder spring increases with the number of slots per section. Natural frequencies, mode shape and transient response of helical spring and slotted cylinder spring have been represented in ANSYS software and results have been compared and it found that the natural frequency has also increased in the same proportion of stiffness because the natural frequency is directly proportional to the stiffness for all the cases that have been studied. Keywords: ANSYS, Finite Element Analysis, Helical Spring, Slotted Cylinder Spring, Stiffness.


2010 ◽  
Vol 26-28 ◽  
pp. 198-203
Author(s):  
Tie Neng Guo ◽  
Ling Li ◽  
Li Gang Cai ◽  
Zhi Feng Liu

The stiffness and damping of mechanical joint are modeled by the zero thickness joint interfaces theory. The method is applied to analyze the dynamic characteristic of the gantry frame in a five axis turning-milling compound CNC machine tool. The model test is carried out in the gantry frame, and the maximum error of the first sixth mode is 5.63%. The experimental and analysis result show the zeros thickness joint element can provide an effective method to model the machine joint and predict the dynamic characteristic of the assembled structure.


2014 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 238928 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hai-wei Luo ◽  
Hui Wang ◽  
Jun Zhang ◽  
Qi Li

Based on the substructure synthesis and modal reduction technique, a computationally efficient elastodynamic model for a fully flexible 3-RPS parallel kinematic machine (PKM) tool is proposed, in which the frequency response function (FRF) at the end of the tool can be obtained at any given position throughout its workspace. In the proposed elastodynamic model, the whole system is divided into a moving platform subsystem and three identical RPS limb subsystems, in which all joint compliances are included. The spherical joint and the revolute joint are treated as lumped virtual springs with equal stiffness; the platform is treated as a rigid body and the RPS limbs are modelled with modal reduction techniques. With the compatibility conditions at interfaces between the limbs and the platform, an analytical system governing differential equation is derived. Based on the derived model, the position-dependent dynamic characteristics such as natural frequencies, mode shapes, and FRFs of the 3-RPS PKM are simulated. The simulation results indicate that the distributions of natural frequencies throughout the workspace are strongly dependant on mechanism's configurations and demonstrate an axial-symmetric tendency. The following finite element analysis and modal tests both validate the analytical results of natural frequencies, mode shapes, and the FRFs.


Author(s):  
J. M. Allen ◽  
L. B. Erickson

A NASTRAN finite element analysis of a free standing gas turbine blade is presented. The analysis entails calculation of the first four natural frequencies, mode shapes, and relative vibratory stresses, as well as deflections and stresses due to centrifugal loading. The stiffening effect of the centrifugal force field was accounted for by using NASTRAN’s differential stiffness option. Natural frequencies measured in a rotating test correlated well with computed results. Areas of maximum vibratory stress (fundamental mode) coincided with the three zones of crack initiation observed in a metallographic examination of a fatigue failure. Airfoil stress distributions were found to be significantly different from that predicted by generalized beam theory, especially near the airfoil-platform junction.


2010 ◽  
Vol 102-104 ◽  
pp. 17-21
Author(s):  
Bin Zhao

In order to study the static and dynamical characteristics of the crankshaft, ANSYS software was used to carry out the corresponding calculations. The entity model of the crankshaft was established by UG software firstly, and then was imported into ANSYS software for meshing, and then the finite element model of the crankshaft was constructed. The crankshaft satisfied the requirement of stiffness and strength through static analysis. The top six natural frequencies and corresponding shapes were acquired through modal analysis, and the every order critical rotating speed of the crankshaft was calculated. The fatigue life of the crank was calculated by fatigue module of ANSYS software finally. These results offered the theoretical guidance for designing, manufacturing and repairing the crankshaft.


Author(s):  
Ladislav Starek ◽  
Milos Musil ◽  
Daniel J. Inman

Abstract Several incompatibilities exist between analytical models and experimentally obtained data for many systems. In particular finite element analysis (FEA) modeling often produces analytical modal data that does not agree with measured modal data from experimental modal analysis (EMA). These two methods account for the majority of activity in vibration modeling used in industry. The existence of these discrepancies has spanned the discipline of model updating as summarized in the review articles by Inman (1990), Imregun (1991), and Friswell (1995). In this situation the analytical model is characterized by a large number of degrees of freedom (and hence modes), ad hoc damping mechanisms and real eigenvectors (mode shapes). The FEM model produces a mass, damping and stiffness matrix which is numerically solved for modal data consisting of natural frequencies, mode shapes and damping ratios. Common practice is to compare this analytically generated modal data with natural frequencies, mode shapes and damping ratios obtained from EMA. The EMA data is characterized by a small number of modes, incomplete and complex mode shapes and non proportional damping. It is very common in practice for this experimentally obtained modal data to be in minor disagreement with the analytically derived modal data. The point of view taken is that the analytical model is in error and must be refined or corrected based on experimented data. The approach proposed here is to use the results of inverse eigenvalue problems to develop methods for model updating for damped systems. The inverse problem has been addressed by Lancaster and Maroulas (1987), Starek and Inman (1992,1993,1994,1997) and is summarized for undamped systems in the text by Gladwell (1986). There are many sophisticated model updating methods available. The purpose of this paper is to introduce using inverse eigenvalues calculated as a possible approach to solving the model updating problem. The approach is new and as such many of the practical and important issues of noise, incomplete data, etc. are not yet resolved. Hence, the method introduced here is only useful for low order lumped parameter models of the type used for machines rather than structures. In particular, it will be assumed that the entries and geometry of the lumped components is also known.


2019 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-59
Author(s):  
Nilesh Chandgude ◽  
Nitin Gadhave ◽  
Ganesh Taware ◽  
Nitin Patil

In this article, three small wind turbine blades of different materials were manufactured. Finite element analysis was carried out using finite element software ANSYS 14.5 on modeled blades of National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics 4412 airfoil profile. From finite element analysis, first, two flap-wise natural frequencies and mode shapes of three different blades are obtained. Experimental vibration analysis of manufactured blades was carried out using fast Fourier transform analyzer to find the first two flap-wise natural frequencies. Finally, the results obtained from the finite element analysis and experimental test of three blades are compared. Based on vibration analysis, we found that the natural frequency of glass fiber reinforced plastic blade reinforced with aluminum sheet metal (small) strips increases compared with the remaining blades. An increase in the natural frequency indicates an increase in the stiffness of blade.


2019 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 10-25
Author(s):  
Rushikesh Attarde ◽  
Abhijeet Chougule ◽  
Rohit Magdum

The following study involves designing of a go-kart chassis using CAD and CAE tools. The chassis is the supporting base for every automobile and chassis is subjected to various loads due to self-weight, acceleration, braking, bumps and cornering. CATIA Software was used for designing the CAD model of the chassis and ANSYS software was used for the FEA analysis of the chassis under different loading conditions. The calculations of these forces due to impacts are required to design a functional chassis for go-kart and having an adequate stiffness to avoid any vibration or resulting resonance. Ten mode shapes and natural frequencies are studied for vibration characteristics using Modal analysis in ANSYS. For impact analysis the loads in terms of gravitational acceleration are applied for the front, side and rear impact as 4g, 2g and 2g respectively and the results are compared to get the best material among the four selected materials AISI 4130, AISI 1080, AISI 1020 and AISI 1026.


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