Linear Static Analysis of Composite Hat Stiffener Based on ANSYS

2015 ◽  
Vol 727-728 ◽  
pp. 107-110
Author(s):  
Hong Yuan Li ◽  
Li Xu ◽  
Lei Mei ◽  
Da Zheng Wang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Reference Value ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Core Material ◽  
Finite Model ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Shell Elements ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Strength And Stiffness ◽  
Composite Ship

In order to research the effect of core material on strength and stiffness of hat stiffener, using the finite element method which establishes a series of hat stiffener finite element models with different core materials. This research indicates that foam core material in simple models can be negligible, and pinewood needs to be considered. For large and complex composite material structures, from the security and efficiency aspects to consider, the core material of hat stiffener could be ignored in their models.Using Beam188, Beam189, Shell99 element to simulate rectangular hat stiffeners, the results shows that the beam elements can simulate the hat stiffeners instead of shell elements when setting up a finite model of the whole ship in order to simplify the modeling.This study provides a basis for the simplification of GFRP fishing vessel finite element model and makes great significance to its direct calculations and rapid design. Meanwhile, this study has a certain reference value for the design and calculation of the hat stiffeners in composite ship．

Finite Element Modeling of Unidirectional Non-Crimp Fabric for Manufacturing of Composites with Embedded Cabling

2013 ◽  
Vol 554-557 ◽  
pp. 484-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander S. Petrov ◽  
James A. Sherwood ◽  
Konstantine A. Fetfatsidis ◽  
Cynthia J. Mitchell
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Explicit Finite Element ◽  
Shell Elements ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Hybrid Finite Element ◽  
International Benchmarking ◽  
Unidirectional Glass ◽  
Forming Simulations

A hybrid finite element discrete mesoscopic approach is used to model the forming of composite parts using a unidirectional glass prepreg non-crimp fabric (NCF). The tensile behavior of the fabric is represented using 1-D beam elements, and the shearing behavior is captured using 2-D shell elements into an ABAQUS/Explicit finite element model via a user-defined material subroutine. The forming of a hemisphere is simulated using a finite element model of the fabric, and the results are compared to a thermostamped part as a demonstration of the capabilities of the used methodology. Forming simulations using a double-dome geometry, which has been used in an international benchmarking program, were then performed with the validated finite element model to explore the ability of the unidirectional fabric to accommodate the presence of interlaminate cabling.

scholarly journals Study on the Effect of Different Delamination Defects on Buckling Behavior of Spar Cap in Wind Turbine Blade

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Jianwei Li ◽  
Jinghua Wang ◽  
Leian Zhang ◽  
Xuemei Huang ◽  
Yongfeng Yu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Wind Turbine ◽  
Turbine Blades ◽  
Reference Value ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Buckling Behavior ◽  
Element Method

Delamination is detrimental to the composite materials, and it may occur in the manufacturing process of the unidirectional laminate of the spar cap in wind turbine blades. This paper studies the effect of different delamination defects on the strength of the unidirectional laminate. The finite element model of laminate with different delamination areas and delamination heights is established using solid elements. The eigenvalues of laminates have different parameters calculated based on the finite element method. The final coupon test is used to verify the conclusions of simulation results. The finite element method presented in this study shows excellent capabilities to predict the buckling behavior of the laminate. The buckling eigenvalue of tested laminate is negatively correlated with the delamination area and positively correlated with the delamination height under the edgewise load. The S11, which is too high at the boundary of the delamination region, plays a significant role in buckling failure. It has a particular reference value for testing the laminate of blade both in theory and practice.

scholarly journals Application of Finite Element Method for Analysis of Nanostructures

2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 116-120 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jozef Bocko ◽  
Pavol Lengvarský
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Stiffness Properties ◽  
Force Displacement ◽  
The Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Method

AbstractThe paper deals with application of the finite element method in modelling and simulation of nanostructures. The finite element model is based on beam elements with stiffness properties gained from the quantum mechanics and nonlinear spring elements with force-displacement relation are gained from Morse potential. Several basic mechanical properties of structures are computed by homogenization of nanostructure, e.g. Young's modulus, Poisson's ratio. The problems connecting with geometrical parameters of nanostructures are considered and their influences to resulting homogenized quantities are mentioned.

Design Analysis of a Single-Column Pressframe

1984 ◽  
Vol 106 (4) ◽  
pp. 508-516 ◽  
Author(s):  
U. P. Singh
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Curved Beam ◽  
Thin Wall ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Single Column ◽  
Deformed State ◽  
Strength And Stiffness ◽  
Theoretical Results

It is observed in practice that the classic (conventional) method as well as the finite element method, when using beam elements, to evaluate the strength and stiffness of a pressframe, gives results differing substantially from actual values. This discrepancy between experimental and theoretical results can be considerably narrowed if the stress-deformed state of the corner zone is separately considered in the computation of the overall strength and stiffness of the pressframe. By means of the application of the theory of thin-wall curved beam with large curvature it is economically possible to analyze the stress-deformed behavior of the pressform in general and the corner zone element in particular with fair reliability. In the present paper this method is applied to a mechanical C-frame press.

Characterization and Finite Element Modeling of Unidirectional Non-Crimp Fabric for Composite Manufacturing

2012 ◽  
Vol 504-506 ◽  
pp. 225-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Petrov ◽  
James A. Sherwood ◽  
Konstantine A. Fetfatsidis
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Explicit Finite Element ◽  
Shell Elements ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Hybrid Finite Element ◽  
International Benchmarking ◽  
Characterization Test ◽  
Shear Frame

A hybrid finite element discrete mesoscopic approach is proposed to model the forming of composite parts using a unidirectional glass prepreg non-crimp fabric (NCF). The tensile behavior of the fabric is represented using 1-D beam elements, and the shearing behavior is captured using 2-D shell elements. The material is characterized using tensile and shear frame tests. These properties are then incorporated into an ABAQUS/Explicit finite element model via user-defined material subroutines. The shear frame characterization test is simulated using a finite element model of the fabric, and the finite element results are compared to experimental data as a validation of the methodology. The thermostamping of a double-dome geometry, which has been used in an international benchmarking program, is modeled as a demonstration of the capabilities of the proposed methodology.

A Novel Method for Determining the Stiffness of a Composite Structure Resulting from the Manufacturing Process Using a Discrete Mesoscopic Finite Element Model

2015 ◽  
Vol 651-653 ◽  
pp. 399-404
Author(s):  
Cynthia J. Mitchell ◽  
James A. Sherwood ◽  
Lisa M. Dangora ◽  
Jennifer L. Gorczyca
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Shell Elements ◽  
Forming Simulation ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Fiber Reinforcements ◽  
Novel Method ◽  
Shell Forming ◽  
The Finite Element Model

This paper presents a methodology for extending the use of the beam-shell forming model to predict the structural properties of the composite part. After the forming simulation has been performed, the material definition will be changed such that the beam elements will represent the fiber reinforcements and the shell elements will represent the resin. The methodology behind the entire approach will be demonstrated using a stitched uniaxial glass fabric. The methodology for characterizing the fabric behavior will be discussed. After the part has been formed, it will be infused with resin. The methodology for characterizing the composite behavior will be introduced. The finite element model will be compared with experimental data to validate the methodology.

scholarly journals Fatigue Strength Analysis on the Automobile Stabilizer Bar Based on ANSYS

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 619-623 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peng Zhang ◽  
Bao Xu ◽  
Shi Zhou ◽  
Le He
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Fatigue Life ◽  
Fatigue Strength ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Strength And Stiffness ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Stabilizer bar is an important component of the vehicle’s independent suspension system and plays an important role in the safety traffic. Therefore, the research on fatigue strength characteristics of the automobile stabilizer bar is very important. In this paper, the finite element model is established for the automobile stabilizer bar by utilizing ANSYS finite element analysis software. The automobile stabilizer bar’s strength and stiffness are analyzed with the finite element method. It is ensured that the stabilizer bar meets the static strength requirements. At last, the fatigue simulation analysis is carried out. The simulation results illustrate that the fatigue life of the stabilizer bar is about 673400 times and that it meets the fatigue life requirements which must be at least 500000 times in the fatigue test of the stabilizer bar.

Finite Element Modeling to a Pallet with Repeated Lattice Pattern

2011 ◽  
Vol 145 ◽  
pp. 88-92
Author(s):  
Chieh Kung ◽  
Shin Yong Chen ◽  
Te Tan Liao ◽  
Te Ming Chou
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
High Density Polyethylene ◽  
3D Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
3D Finite Element ◽  
Strength Assessment ◽  
Shell Elements ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Recycled Plastics ◽  
Lattice Pattern

This paper presents finite element approaches to the strength assessment of a pallet having repeated lattice pattern. The pallet is made of recycled plastics similar to high density polyethylene (HDPE). Due to the nature of repeat, the direct full 3D finite element model consumes tremendous computational resource for analysis and hence is far inefficient. A full 3D model using brick elements is created as a benchmark for comparison. Three other models contain shell elements, beam elements and bricks, representing the plate, stringers and ribs of the pallet. A last model using substructure scheme with super-elements is created to conduct the structural analysis of the pallet. The results of this study discloses that the substructural method employing superelements gives the least percent error and is advantageous over either the benchmark model or the rest models proposed in the present study.

Dynamic stiffness formulation for the vibrations of stiffened plate structures with consideration of in-plane deformation

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (20) ◽  
pp. 4825-4838 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xuewen Yin ◽  
Wenwei Wu ◽  
Kuikui Zhong ◽  
Hui Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Dynamic Stiffness ◽  
Plane Deformation ◽  
Element Model ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Plate Structures ◽  
Beam Elements ◽  
Stiffness Model ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
The Relationship

A dynamic stiffness method is presented for the vibrations of plate structures that are reinforced by eccentric stiffeners. The model incorporates both out-of-plane and in-plane deformations of the plates and the stiffeners. Based on the relationship between the forces and displacements along the common edges of the plate or beam elements, the dynamic stiffness formulae for the plate and the beam elements are derived, respectively. The globally assembled dynamic stiffness matrix is then obtained using the finite element method so that the dynamics of built-up stiffened plates can be readily addressed by using the present method. Compared to the conventional finite element model, the dynamic stiffness model can provide very accurate solutions using only one element over each uniform plate and beam member, regardless of its geometry.

Rolling Resistance Calculation Procedure Using the Finite Element Method

2019 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 224-248
Author(s):  
Pablo N. Zitelli ◽  
Gabriel N. Curtosi ◽  
Jorge Kuster
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Energy Dissipation ◽  
Rolling Resistance ◽  
Element Model ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Temperature Changes ◽  
Rubber Compounds ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Materials Used ◽  
Account Temperature

ABSTRACT Tire engineers are interested in predicting rolling resistance using tools such as numerical simulation and tests. When a car is driven along, its tires are subjected to repeated deformation, leading to energy dissipation as heat. Each point of a loaded tire is deformed as the tire completes a revolution. Most energy dissipation comes from the cyclic loading of the tire, which causes the rolling resistance in addition to the friction force in the contact patch between the tire and road. Rolling resistance mainly depends on the dissipation of viscoelastic energy of the rubber materials used to manufacture the tires. To obtain a good rolling resistance, the calculation method of the tire finite element model must take into account temperature changes. It is mandatory to calibrate all of the rubber compounds of the tire at different temperatures and strain frequencies. Linear viscoelasticity is used to model the materials properties and is found to be a suitable approach to tackle energy dissipation due to hysteresis for rolling resistance calculation.

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