Non-Linear Finite Element Analysis of Squeezed Branch Pile

2011 ◽  
Vol 243-249 ◽  
pp. 2409-2414
Author(s):  
Min Zhou ◽  
Zhong Fu Wang ◽  
Si Wei Wang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Horizontal Displacement ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Work Condition ◽  
Interface Elements ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Cooperation Mechanism ◽  
Top Soil ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic

In this paper, in order to analyze the capability of squeezed branch pile under different work condition and the cooperation mechanism between the pile and soil, non-liner numerical simulation was carried out using ANSYS. In the finite element model, the elastic-perfectly plastic Drucker-Prager material was assumed for soil. Contact interface elements were placed between the pile and soil. It showed that the squeezed branches took lots of the load, and the ratio it took was related to the load and the elastic modulus of soil; the plastic section of the soil was run-through from bottom to the top; the horizontal displacement of the top soil was moved to the pile, but the horizontal displacement of the soil of the bottom was moved away from the pile; the squeezed branch will break away from the soil above the squeezed branch when the load was at a certain value.

Elasto-Plastic Coupled Temperature-Displacement Finite Element Analysis of Two-Dimensional Rolling-Sliding Contact With a Translating Heat Source

1991 ◽  
Vol 113 (1) ◽  
pp. 93-101 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. M. Kulkarni ◽  
C. A. Rubin ◽  
G. T. Hahn
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Plastic Material ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Rolling Contact ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Element Mesh ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic

The present paper, describes a transient translating elasto-plastic thermo-mechanical finite element model to study 2-D frictional rolling contact. Frictional two-dimensional contact is simulated by repeatedly translating a non-uniform thermo-mechanical distribution across the surface of an elasto-plastic half space. The half space is represented by a two dimensional finite element mesh with appropriate boundaries. Calculations are for an elastic-perfectly plastic material and the selected thermo-physical properties are assumed to be temperature independent. The paper presents temperature variations, stress and plastic strain distributions and deformations. Residual tensile stresses are observed. The magnitude and depth of these stresses depends on 1) the temperature gradients and 2) the magnitudes of the normal and tangential tractions.

An Elastic-Plastic Finite Element Model of Rolling Contact, Part 1: Analysis of Single Contacts

1985 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
pp. 67-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Bhargava ◽  
G. T. Hahn ◽  
C. A. Rubin
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Rolling Contact ◽  
Stress And Strain ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Contact Width ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic

This paper describes a two-dimensional (plane strain) elastic-plastic finite element model of rolling contact that embodies the elastic-perfectly plastic, cycle and amplitude-independent material of the Merwin and Johnson theory, but is rigorous with respect to equilibrium and continuity requirements. The rolling contact is simulated by translating a semielliptical pressure distribution. Both Hertzian and modified Hertzian pressure distributions are used to estimate the effect of plasticity on contact width and the continuity of the indentor-indentation interface. The model is tested for its ability to reproduce various features of the elastic-plastic indentation problem and the stress and strain states of single rolling contacts. This paper compares the results derived from the finite element analysis of a single, frictionless rolling contact at p0/k = 5 with those obtained from the Merwin and Johnson analysis. The finite element calculations validate basic assumptions made by Merwin and Johnson and are consistent with the development of “forward” flow. However, the comparison also reveals significant differences in the distribution of residual stress and strain components after a single contact cycle.

Elasto-Plastic Finite Element Analysis of Repeated, Two-Dimensional Rolling-Sliding Contacts

1988 ◽  
Vol 110 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Ham ◽  
C. A. Rubin ◽  
G. T. Hahn ◽  
V. Bhargava
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Tangential Force ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Sliding Contact ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Pure Rolling ◽  
Tangential Surface ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic

The stresses, strains, and deformations produced by repeated, two-dimensional rolling-sliding contact are analyzed using a modified finite element model developed by Bhargava et al. [1]. Rolling and sliding are simulated by translating an appropriate set of normal and tangential surface tractions across an elastic-perfectly plastic half space. The study examines a peak-pressure-to-shear strength ratio of po/k = 4.5 and normal to tangential force ratios of T/N = 0.20 and T/N = 0.17. The calculations describe the residual stresses, displacements and the continuing cyclic radial, shear and equivalent strains generated at various depths in the rim. The results are compared with previous calculations by Johnson and Jefferis [2] of rolling-sliding contact and with pure rolling. The present work predicts much higher deformations than previously calculated.

Character Analysis of Balance and Imbalance of Varying Rigidity of Rigid Pile Composite Foundation under Seismic Load

2014 ◽  
Vol 1065-1069 ◽  
pp. 19-22
Author(s):  
Zhen Feng Wang ◽  
Ke Sheng Ma
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Horizontal Displacement ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Composite Foundation ◽  
Seismic Load ◽  
Seismic Loads ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Rigid Pile ◽  
Rigid Pile Composite Foundation

Based on ABAQUS finite element analysis software simulation, the finite element model for dynamic analysis of rigid pile composite foundation and superstructure interaction system is established, which selects the two kinds of models, by simulating the soil dynamic constitutive model, selecting appropriate artificial boundary.The influence of rigid pile composite foundation on balance and imbalance of varying rigidity is analyzed under seismic loads. The result shows that the maximum bending moment and the horizontal displacement of the long pile is much greater than that of the short pile under seismic loads, the long pile of bending moment is larger in the position of stiffness change. By constrast, under the same economic condition, the aseismic performance of of rigid pile composite foundation on balance of varying rigidity is better than that of rigid pile composite foundation on imbalance of varying rigidity.

An Elastic-Plastic Finite Element Model of Rolling Contact, Part 2: Analysis of Repeated Contacts

1985 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Bhargava ◽  
G. T. Hahn ◽  
C. A. Rubin
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Shear Strain ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Rolling Contact ◽  
Elastic Plastic ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Rolling Contacts ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Multiple Translations ◽  
Contact Part

This paper presents finite element analyses of two-dimensional (plane strain), elastic-plastic, repeated, frictionless rolling contact. The analysis employs the elastic-perfectly plastic, cycle and strain-amplitude-independent material used in the Merwin and Johnson analysis but avoids several assumptions made by these workers. Repeated rolling contacts are simulated by multiple translations of a semielliptical Hertzian pressure distribution. Results at p0/k = 3.5, 4.35, and 5.0 are compared to the Merwin and Johnson prediction. Shakedown is observed at p0/k = 3.5, but the comparisons reveal significant differences in the amount and distribution of residual shear strain and forward flow at p0/k = 4.35 and p0/k = 5.0. The peak incremental, shear strain per cycle for steady state is five times the value calculated by Merwin and Johnson, and the plastic strain cycle is highly nonsymmetric.

Structural Finite Element Analysis on Side Wall Pouring Formwork Trolley for Subway Station

2013 ◽  
Vol 380-384 ◽  
pp. 95-100
Author(s):  
Yan Fang Ma ◽  
Zhen Tong He ◽  
Qin Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Light Condition ◽  
Side Wall ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Analysis Software ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Work Condition ◽  
The Stability

Structure finite element analysis software ANSYS is used to establish relatively complete finite element model for automatic side wall formwork trolley, analyze the stability of formwork trolley under light condition and work condition, and give a correct classification on working conditions of formwork trolley. Main factors influencing the stability of formwork trolley are found and improving measures are proposed to provide reference for optimal structure design and standardized design of formwork trolley.

Finite Element Analysis of Synchronous Belt Tooth Failure

1993 ◽  
Vol 207 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-153 ◽  
Author(s):  
K W Dalgarno ◽  
A J Day ◽  
T H C Childs
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Material Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element Program ◽  
Interface Elements ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Element Program ◽  
Critical Strains

This paper describes a finite element analysis of a synchronous belt tooth under operational loads and conditions with the objective of obtaining a greater understanding of belt failure by tooth root cracking through an examination of the strains within the facing fabric in the belt. The analysis used the ABAQUS finite element program, and was based on a two-dimensional finite element model incorporating a hyperelastic material model for the elastomer compound. Contact between the belt tooth face and the pulley groove was modelled using surface interface elements which allowed only compression and shear forces at the contact surfaces. It is concluded that the critical strains in the facing fabric of the belt, and therefore the belt life, are largely determined by the tangential loading condition on the belt teeth.

scholarly journals Use of shakedown maps to assess plastic flow in railway curves

2019 ◽  
Vol 234 (4) ◽  
pp. 417-425
Author(s):  
SJ Hawksbee ◽  
GJ Tucker ◽  
M Burstow
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Plastic Deformation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Plastic Flow ◽  
Material Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Contact Conditions ◽  
Effective Measure ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic

Plastic deformation of rails can occur on tight curves, which can significantly reduce the rail life. This paper investigated the phenomena of gross plastic deformation, or plastic flow, using multibody vehicle–track interaction and simplified finite element analysis. The focus is on understanding the contact conditions on the low rail of curves and how these differ from those in shakedown maps. To this end, two trial sites are simulated using multibody vehicle–track software. The contact conditions are then compared against several criteria assumed in the derivation of the shakedown maps. A further assumption implicit in the shakedown maps is also investigated by a non-linear finite element analysis. In this case, a more realistic Chaboche material model is used as opposed to the simple linear elastic–perfectly plastic model in the shakedown theory. The results of the finite element analysis are combined with a bespoke indicator of plastic flow to assess the influence of distance to shakedown limits on the likely plastic flow. Finally, a simple interpolation scheme is used to map the finite element results back to the trial sites. The interpolated results for the sites are used to evaluate the influence of running speed and different levels of wheel profile wear. Results suggest that the bespoke indicator defined in this work can be used as an effective measure of plastic flow; this measure is then used to quantify the influence of cant excess on the rates of plastic flow.

scholarly journals Application of Finite Element Analysis in Modeling of Bionic Harrowing Discs

Biomimetics ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 61
Author(s):  
Benard Chirende ◽  
Jian Qiao Li ◽  
Wonder Vheremu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Dung Beetle ◽  
The Body ◽  
Soil Deformation ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Elastic Perfectly Plastic ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

Ansys software was used to carry out three-dimensional finite element analysis (FEA) for biomimetic design of harrowing discs based on the body surface morphology of soil burrowing animals like dung beetle (Dicranocara deschodt) which have non-smooth units such as convex domes and concave dips. The main objective was to find out the effects of different biomimetic surface designs on reducing soil resistance hence the horizontal force acting on the harrowing disc during soil deformation was determined. In this FEA, soil deformation was based on the Drucker–Prager elastic–perfectly plastic model which was applied only at the lowest disc harrowing speed of 4.4 km/h which is within the limits of model. The material non-linearity of soil was addressed using an incremental technique and inside each step, the Newton–Raphson iteration method was utilized. The model results were analyzed and then summation of horizontal forces acting on the soil-disc interface was also done. An experiment was then conducted in an indoor soil bin to validate the FEA results. The FEA results are generally in agreement with those of the indoor experiment with a difference of less than or equal to the acceptable 10% with an average difference of 4%. Overall, convex bionic units gave the highest resistance reduction of 19.5% from 1526.87 N to 1228.38 N compared to concave bionic units.

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