Topology Optimization Design of High Pressure Storage Tank Structure

2012 ◽  
Vol 430-432 ◽  
pp. 828-833
Author(s):  
Qiu Sheng Ma ◽  
Yi Cai ◽  
Dong Xing Tian
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
High Pressure ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Storage Tank ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Influence Factors ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
Pressure Storage

In this paper, based on ANSYS the topology optimization design for high pressure storage tank was studied by the means of the finite element structural analysis and optimization. the finite element model for optimization design was established. The design variables influence factors and rules on the optimization results are summarized. according to the calculation results the optimal design result for tank is determined considering the manufacturing and processing. The calculation results show that the method is effective in optimization design and provide the basis to further design high pressure tank.

Topology Optimization Using Node-Based Smoothed Finite Element Method

2015 ◽  
Vol 07 (06) ◽  
pp. 1550085 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. C. He ◽  
G. Y. Zhang ◽  
L. Deng ◽  
Eric Li ◽  
G. R. Liu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Solid Mechanics ◽  
Optimality Criteria ◽  
Topology Optimization Problem ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Smoothed Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Method

The node-based smoothed finite element method (NS-FEM) proposed recently has shown very good properties in solid mechanics, such as providing much better gradient solutions. In this paper, the topology optimization design of the continuum structures under static load is formulated on the basis of NS-FEM. As the node-based smoothing domain is the sub-unit of assembling stiffness matrix in the NS-FEM, the relative density of node-based smoothing domains serves as design variables. In this formulation, the compliance minimization is considered as an objective function, and the topology optimization model is developed using the solid isotropic material with penalization (SIMP) interpolation scheme. The topology optimization problem is then solved by the optimality criteria (OC) method. Finally, the feasibility and efficiency of the proposed method are illustrated with both 2D and 3D examples that are widely used in the topology optimization design.

Structural Optimization of the Telescopic Boom of a Certain Type of Truck-Mounted Crane

2014 ◽  
Vol 548-549 ◽  
pp. 383-388
Author(s):  
Zhi Wei Chen ◽  
Zhe Cui ◽  
Yi Jin Fu ◽  
Wen Ping Cui ◽  
Li Juan Dong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Static Analysis ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Vertical Direction ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Shape Parameters ◽  
Conventional Design ◽  
Design Variables

Parametric finite element model for a commonly used telescopic boom structure of a certain type of truck-mounted crane has been established. Static analysis of the conventional design configuration was performed first. And then an optimization process has been carried out to minimize the total weight of the telescopic structures. The design variables include the geometric shape parameters of the cross-sections and the integrated structural parameters of the telescopic boom. The constraints include the maximum allowable equivalent stresses and the flexure displacements at the tip of the assembled boom structure in both the vertical direction and the circumferential direction of the rotating plane. Compared with the conventional design, the optimization design has achieved a significant weight reduction of up to 24.3%.

Optimization Design of Pressure Shell in Underwater Vehicle Based on Response Surface Model

2009 ◽  
Vol 419-420 ◽  
pp. 89-92
Author(s):  
Zhuo Yi Yang ◽  
Yong Jie Pang ◽  
Zai Bai Qin
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Response Surface ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Engineering Application ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Response Surface Model ◽  
Design Stage ◽  
Surface Model ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Structure Strength

Cylinder shell stiffened by rings is used commonly in submersibles, and structure strength should be verified in the initial design stage considering the thickness of the shell, the number of rings, the shape of ring section and so on. Based on the statistical techniques, a strategy for optimization design of pressure hull is proposed in this paper. Its central idea is that: firstly the design variables are chosen by referring criterion for structure strength, then the samples for analysis are created in the design space; secondly finite element models corresponding to the samples are built and analyzed; thirdly the approximations of these analysis are constructed using these samples and responses obtained by finite element model; finally optimization design result is obtained using response surface model. The result shows that this method that can improve the efficiency and achieve optimal intention has valuable reference information for engineering application.

Optimization Design of CTP Imaging Drum Based on ANSYS

2011 ◽  
Vol 217-218 ◽  
pp. 1781-1788 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Fang Xing ◽  
Xiao Yu Ni ◽  
Jie Zhang ◽  
Du Juan Chen
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Optimization Model ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Geometric Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Internal Diameter ◽  
External Diameter ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Design Variables

In the imaging process, the deformation of the plate caused by the structure of the drum, finally affecting the quality of the plate, we analyze and optimize the structure of the drum using the finite element method. Selecting the larger three factors affecting the plate deformation as the design variables, and taking minimizing the maximum deformation of the plate as the objective function, we establish the optimization model of the structure of the drum. We use the APDL parametrization language to create the geometric model and finite element model of the drum, and select the contact element to simulate the relationship between the plate and the surface of the drum, and use ANSYS software to optimize the optimization model. It is shown form the result that: the minimum of the maximum deformation of the drum getting from the 8th iteration is 0.0021535mm, significantly reduced compared with the initial value 0.002864mm. At this point, the internal diameter D2 of the drum is 300.04mm, the groove width L2 is 14.323mm, the external diameter of groove height D3 is 338.44mm. It indicates that that the smaller the internal diameter of the drum and the narrower the guide groove on the drum surface are, the smaller the maximum deformation of the plate is, and the guide groove height has little influence on the deformation. The results can be provided as theoretical reference for the design of CTP imaging drum, which has popularization and application value.

Finite Element Analysis of High Pressure Storage Tank

2012 ◽  
Vol 424-425 ◽  
pp. 904-907
Author(s):  
Yi Cai ◽  
Qiu Sheng Ma ◽  
Dong Xing Tian
Keyword(s):  
High Pressure ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Storage Tank ◽  
Vibration Mode ◽  
Rigid Wall ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
Pressure Storage ◽  
Tank Design ◽  
Theoretical Results

In this paper, based on Ansys the deformation and stress for high pressure long cylindrical natural gas storage tank are analysed. And obtain the stress distribution of the storage tank. The changes of stress are analysed in thickness direction and along the rigid wall. The results and theoretical results are accordance. On this basis, the modal analysis of tank is completed too. Obtained the tank various order natural frequency and vibration mode. The calculation results show that the method is effective and provide the theoretical basis for high pressure tank design

Body Structure Static-Dynamic Analysis and Optimization of a Commercial Vehicle

2014 ◽  
Vol 621 ◽  
pp. 400-406
Author(s):  
Ming Ming Wang ◽  
Teng Fei Li ◽  
Xin Li ◽  
Cheng Liu ◽  
Hui Xia Liu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Strain Energy ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Element Size ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Static Performance

White body in the design process needs to meet the needs of a wide range of performance requirement. Adequate stiffness and modal are the basis to ensure the vehicle’s performance of vibration noise. Simultaneously, in order to reduce energy consumption and cost, the lightweight design of the white body has become the mainstream. In this paper, the optimization design is conducted for stiffness and modal of a commercial vehicle’s white body based on the theory of the finite element size sensitivity optimization design. Firstly, build the finite element model of a vehicle’s white body and analyze its stiffness and modal. Some changes were made to the car-body’s partial structure according to the distributing of strain energy achieved from above analysis, which improved the car-body’s dynamic and static performance initially. Secondly, choose panels needed to be optimized by reference to the density of strain energy and panels’ mass. Then, the car-body’s structure was optimized using panels’ thickness as design variables, stiffness and modal frequencies as constrains and minimizing weight of white car-body as objective. After the analysis of the result, modal separation was put forward to improve the quality of this finite element optimization design model. Finally, the car-body’s stiffness and mode nature entirely satisfied the requirements with car-body’s weight decreased.

Analysis of Finite Element and Optimization Design of Mechanical Excavator Rotary Platform

2013 ◽  
Vol 706-708 ◽  
pp. 1205-1208
Author(s):  
Jia Li ◽  
Xiang Wei Kong ◽  
Lin Li ◽  
Meng Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Open Pit ◽  
Open Pit Mining ◽  
Main Bearing ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Rotary Platform ◽  
Weight Decrease

The mechanical excavator is the essential equipment for open-pit mining. The rotary platform is main bearing part of the excavator, stiffness and strength are directly related to the safety of the excavator. The rotary platform of a mechanical excavator is applied as the research object. The Shell181 and Solid 95 unit are used to establish finite element model based on analyzing the structural characteristics. MPC technology is applied to solve the coupling problem of the shell and the solid element. Taking the total weight of platform as the objective function of optimization, stiffness and strength condition as constraint conditions, the section thickness of the platform main components as the design variables, the structural optimization of the platform has been completed, and the weight decrease by 6.55%. A new way has been explored to make the design of platform structure more economic and reasonable, and improve the design efficiency.

Sensitivity Analysis in Shape Optimization Design for Pressure Vessel

1992 ◽  
Vol 114 (4) ◽  
pp. 428-432 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Younsheng ◽  
L. Ji
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Shape Optimization ◽  
Pressure Vessel ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Derivatives Of

In this paper, sensitivity analysis for a finite element model during shape optimization design for a pressure vessel is discussed. The derivation is emphatically carried out for the derivatives of stiffness matrix and various load ranks with respect to design variables. Because the information resulting from the finite element analysis is fully utilized in this method, the programs are greatly simplified so that it becomes possible to carry out the shape optimization with comparatively more versatility. The conclusion is illustrated by an example.

Strength Check and Optimization Design of Movable Mine Refuge Chamber

2011 ◽  
Vol 66-68 ◽  
pp. 407-412
Author(s):  
Yu Lei ◽  
Yan Long Jiang ◽  
Chun Ling Zhu ◽  
Hong Shi ◽  
Yu Wang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
High Pressure ◽  
Material Properties ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Impact Load ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Structural Form ◽  
Safety Requirement ◽  
Large Heat

Movable mine refuge chamber is widely used in coal mines for protecting miners from coalmine accident. During a coalmine accident, there will be large heat impact load and stress on the movable mine refuge chamber caused by high temperature and high pressure. Therefore the strength of the movable mine refuge chamber should be carefully designed to meet the safety requirement with the possible lightest weight. Based on analysis of the structure dimensions, material properties, and operating conditions, a finite element model is developed with an emphasis on the effect of the layout and sizes of stiffeners and structural form of the chamber. A comparison of different design schemes is made and the calculation result is given. This work could be helpful for optimization design of China’s movable mine refuge chamber.

Topological Optimization Design of Cistern Stents of the Planomiller Machine Based on Hyperworks

2011 ◽  
Vol 421 ◽  
pp. 423-426
Author(s):  
Fu Yun Liu ◽  
Ying Sun ◽  
Tian Chao Yu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Structural Deformation ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
Geometry Model ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Planomiller is a milling machine that widely used in processes of large parts. Cistern stents is a component of planomiller supporting the sink. In this paper, topological optimization of Cistern stents is implemented to reduce its weight. Firstly geometry model of Cistern stents is built in SolidWorks, a finite element model of Cistern stents is established. Then loads and boundary conditions are loaded to the finite element model according to engineering practice. Finally density of units is set as the design variables, energy of structural deformation is set as the objective function, Cistern stents can be optimized by optimizing analysis. The compared results show that the proposed optimization design is effective.

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