Numerical Simulation of Tube-Plate Welding Structure with T-Shaped Sections

2014 ◽  
Vol 1061-1062 ◽  
pp. 475-480
Author(s):  
Rong Han ◽  
Yi Guo Song ◽  
Dian Tao Zhang ◽  
Ren Fu Wang ◽  
Yu Feng Zheng ◽  
...  

At present, the finite element method (FEM) is used to predict the residual stress distribution of the welding structure. A long computational time is required for the multi-pass welding structure with complex shapes. Therefore, it is necessary to develop time-effective finite element model and computational approaches. In this study, the suitable finite element model is developed to perform the thermal and mechanical analyses for obtaining residual stress data of the tube-plate welding structure with T-shaped sections. The results of the finite element analyses show that the residual stress distribution and radial, hoop and axial direction stress distribution of the welding structure.

Author(s):  
FA de Castro ◽  
Paulo P Kenedi ◽  
LL Vignoli ◽  
I I T Riagusoff

Metallic hyperstatic structures, like beams, submitted to excessive loads, do not fail completely before fully yielding in more than one cross section. Indeed, for built-in beams, three cross sections must be fully yielded before the final failure can occur. So, modeling the evolution of the cross-section residual stress distribution is an important subject that should be addressed to guarantee the stress analysis modeling correctness. This paper analyses the residual stress distribution evolution, in critical cross sections, of built-in beams during a transversal concentrated load growth, until the final failure through hinges formation. A finite element model is also presented. The results show good matches with the numerical model, used as a reference.


Author(s):  
Mithun K. Dey ◽  
Dave Kim ◽  
Hua Tan

Abstract Residual Stress distribution and parametric influence of friction are studied for the split sleeve cold expanded holes in Al 2024 T351 alloy, by developing a three-dimensional finite element model of the process. Fastener holes in the alloy are necessary for the manufacturing process, but they create a potential area for stress concentration, which eventually leads to fatigue under cyclic loading. Beneficial compressive residual stress distribution as a result of the split sleeve cold expansion process provides retardation against crack initiation and propagation at the critical zones near hole edges. In this parametric study, the influence of friction between contact surfaces of the split sleeve and mandrel is numerically investigated. Hole reaming process after split sleeve cold expansion is often not discussed. Without this post-processing procedure, split sleeve cold expansion is incomplete in practice, and its purpose of providing better fatigue performance is invalidated. This study presents results and an overview of the significance of friction with the consideration of the postprocessing of split sleeve cold expansion. The numerical results show that with increasing friction coefficient, compressive residual stress reduces significantly at the mandrel entry side, which makes the hole edge more vulnerable to fatigue. The different aspects of finite element modeling approaches are also discussed to present the accuracy of the prediction. Experimental residual stress observation or visual validation is expensive and time-consuming. So better numerical prediction with the transparency of the analysis design can provide critical information on the process.


Author(s):  
Hang Peng ◽  
Jianbo Qin ◽  
Tianjiao Zhao

The finite element simulation analysis was used to determine the weak parts of the fatigue life of a double lap structure, for which the cold expansion finite element model was established. The effect of the cold expansion of slotted bushings on the residual stress distribution around the hole of the double lap structure under different interferences was deeply studied, and the optimal interference amount was determined to be 2.5%. The effect of reaming on the residual stress distribution around the hole was studied. The residual stress distribution around the edge of the hole under actual loading conditions before and after cold expansion was compared to provide a theoretical analysis basis for extending the fatigue life of the specimen after cold expansion. The China-made and free- forged 7A85 aluminum alloy specimen was used to obtain the fatigue life and DFR value of the double lap structure after ordinary hole making and the cold expansion of slotted bushing. The results show that the fatigue life under 95% confidence and 95% reliability after cold expansion strengthening increases by about 49% and that the tested DFR value increases by about 9.8%.


2010 ◽  
Vol 37-38 ◽  
pp. 1647-1650 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhi Jiang Zuo ◽  
Wu Xin Yu ◽  
Jun Jie Yang

The residual stress in cold rolling could decrease the accuracy of ring parts. Because many factors could cause residual stress, it’s difficult to calculate it theoretically. At present, a measurement method was generally used to study the residual stress. For example, X ray could be used to measure residual stress in rings. Through the measurement of residual stress, it could not only obtain the residual stress level after ring rolling, but also validate the finite element model to predict the residual stress distribution. However, because the ring surface was circle, it needs to cut a plane for X ray measure, and it increases measurement inaccuracy. This method only could be suited for qualitative analysis of residual stress in cold ring rolling, and it is not suitable for quantitative analysis of residual stress distribution.


2011 ◽  
Vol 413 ◽  
pp. 520-523
Author(s):  
Cai Xia Luo

The Stress Distribution in the Connection of the Spherical Shell and the Opening Nozzle Is Very Complex. Sharp-Angled Transition and Round Transition Are Used Respectively in the Connection in the Light of the Spherical Shell with the Small Opening and the Large One. the Influence of the Two Connecting Forms on Stress Distribution Is Analyzed by Establishing Finite Element Model and Solving it. the Result Shows there Is Obvious Stress Concentration in the Connection. Round Transition Can Reduce the Maximum Stress in Comparison with Sharp-Angled Transition in both Cases of the Small Opening and the Large Opening, Mainly Reducing the Bending Stress and the Peak Stress, but Not the Membrane Stress. the Effect of Round Transition on Reducing Stress Was Not Significant. so Sharp-Angled Transition Should Be Adopted in the Connection when a Finite Element Model Is Built for Simplification in the Future.


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