Finite Element Analysis of Deformation and Flow of Two-Way Cartridge Valve under Different Pressures

2012 ◽  
Vol 502 ◽  
pp. 431-435
Author(s):  
Han Wu Liu ◽  
Jun Ming Liu ◽  
Fan Feng
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Operating Pressure ◽  
Working Pressure ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Valve Body ◽  
Rate Region ◽  
Weak Part ◽  
Cartridge Valves

In the working process of the two way cartridge valve, deformation and stress are generated by the effect of the changed internal fluid pressures. In this process, the flow of the liquid flowing through the cross section also changes with it. To analyse the stress and deformation distributions of the cartridge valve under the different pressures and the flow analysis in different flow rates and different pressures, finite element method has been used in this paper for analysis and calculation in order to find the structure weak part, the instable flow rate region and the part which hinder the flow rate increased. The results show that: the phenomenon of stress concentration significantly existed in the opening part on the outlet side of the two-way cartridge valve. Under the maximum operating pressure (the maximum working pressure is 31.5 MPa, the maximum flow rate is 4500 L / min), the deformation was larger in the part of girdle. There was nearly no deformation on the upside of the valve body and the stress was less. So, the valve body was the redundant part of two-way cartridge valves. The instable flow rate region was located in the region of the two-way cartridge valve opening across. In the junction of the export of plug-in mounting component and the plug-in mounting block, the flow of liquid was impeded because of its much block and angular structure. The analysis results above have laid a theoretical foundation for the fatigue strength analysis and structural optimization of two-way cartridge valves.

A Comparison of Methods for Predicting Residual Stresses in Strain-Hardening, Autofrettaged Thick Cylinders, Including the Bauschinger Effect

2005 ◽  
Vol 128 (2) ◽  
pp. 217-222 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael C. Gibson ◽  
Amer Hameed ◽  
Anthony P. Parker ◽  
John G. Hetherington
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
High Pressure ◽  
Strain Hardening ◽  
Plane Strain ◽  
Bauschinger Effect ◽  
Pressure Vessels ◽  
Operating Pressure ◽  
Working Pressure ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Compressive Stresses

High-pressure vessels, such as gun barrels, are autofrettaged in order to increase their operating pressure and fatigue life. Autofrettage causes plastic expansion of the inner section of the cylinder, setting up residual compressive stresses at the bore after relaxation. Subsequent application of pressure has to overcome these compressive stresses before tensile stresses can be developed, thereby increasing its fatigue lifetime and safe working pressure. This paper presents the results from a series of finite element models that have been developed to predict the magnitude of these stresses for a range of end conditions: plane stress and several plane-strain states (open and closed ended, plus true plane strain). The material model is currently bilinear and allows consideration of strain hardening and the Bauschinger effect. Results are compared to an alternative numerical model and a recent analytical model (developed by Huang), and show close agreement. This demonstrates that general purpose finite element analysis software may be used to simulate high-pressure vessels, justifying further refining of the models.

Steam Turbine Casing Analyses to Determine Pressure and Temperature Limits

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul T. Smith ◽  
Daniel J. Griffin
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Steam Turbine ◽  
Elevated Temperatures ◽  
Temperature Limit ◽  
Normal Operation ◽  
Working Pressure ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Minimum Width ◽  
Joint Contact ◽  
Joint Contact Pressure

Abstract To ensure safe and reliable operation, steam turbine casings must have acceptable stresses and maintain sealing when subjected to internal pressures and temperatures. To show turbine casings acceptable, analysts conduct structural evaluations using finite element analysis (FEA) techniques. This paper outlines the analytical methods used to perform these types of analyses, provides analysis examples, and summarizes the process to create pressure and temperature limit maps. Finite element models of the main casing and steam chest are used to determine stresses and sealing of the casing horizontal split line and steam chest cover during normal operation. The sealing evaluations consider the sealing capabilities of the bolted joints when the casing is subjected to internal steam pressure and consider the effects of bolt stress relaxation at elevated temperatures, joint contact surface separation, and penetration of the internal pressure into the sealing surface. The acceptance criteria for the bolted joint sealing is based on the minimum width of the contacting surface and the minimum joint contact pressure. A series of analyses were conducted on the various models to create pressure and temperature limit maps, so that the design can be applied for the appropriate conditions. These maps plot maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) versus maximum allowable working temperature (MAWT), and allow an application engineer to easily determine the acceptability of the casing for a particular application. An explanation of the process used to create the limit maps is presented.

Study on Failure Trend of Single Shear Hydraulic Lift Platform Structure on Basis of Static Strength Analysis

2013 ◽  
Vol 446-447 ◽  
pp. 544-548
Author(s):  
Ying Shi Sun ◽  
Qian Hui Ma ◽  
Liang Xuan
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Nonlinear Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Static Strength ◽  
Nonlinear Finite Element ◽  
Hydraulic Lift ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Railway Vehicles ◽  
Single Shear

To ensure the safe use of single shear hydraulic lift platform for processing and manufacturing railway vehicles. This paper analyzes the use conditions of single shear hydraulic lift platform, and makes a contact nonlinear finite element analysis on various typical use conditions. The positions of parts subject to danger can be found out through the results of static strength analysis, which finds out the weaknesses and prejudges the failure trend of parts, and which provides guidance for prejudging the faults in actual production and can prevent occurrence of accidents.

Finite Element Analysis of the Thermal Field of Piston in an External Combustion Cam Engine

2011 ◽  
Vol 66-68 ◽  
pp. 1240-1244
Author(s):  
Sheng Yao Gao ◽  
De Shi Wang ◽  
Qi Zheng Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Temperature Field ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Von Mises Stress ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Technical Improvement ◽  
External Combustion

As the most dominative component under stress in an external combustion cam engine, the working condition of piston is very rigor. Once new design type and technical improvement is applied, it is necessary to analysis its thermal load and take secure steps. And the finite element model on each conditions of thermal is calculated, which is used to estimate the temperature field and provide a theoretical basis for further structural strength analysis and optimization design. Choosing analysis results of the piston as reference and taking five structural parameters of the piston as design variables, two objective functions including piston mass and maximal Von Mises stress are respectively considered. The optimum design of the piston is executed and the results indicate that it is feasible to improve temperature field and strength of the piston. These results enrich and develop the research on structural analysis and optimization of spatial engine, which are of guiding significance for analyzing engine strength and related problem in theoretically.

Fatigue Life Assessment of a Ship Unloader Crane

2014 ◽  
Vol 945-949 ◽  
pp. 1086-1089
Author(s):  
Bin Xu ◽  
Tao Zhang ◽  
Feng Qi Wu ◽  
Zhen Rong Yan
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Fatigue Life ◽  
Residual Life ◽  
Dynamic Properties ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Dynamic Resistance ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Experimental Stress Analysis ◽  
Fatigue Life Assessment

Ship unloader crane was widely used in transportation, and uploaded or unloaded cargoes from ships, which could influence efficiency and benefits of transportation greatly. In order to improve the reliability and safety, and decrease its risk in working flow, a method of fatigue life assessment was proposed in this paper. According to related standards and properties of risk, finite element method and experimental stress analysis were integrated to assess the working condition of a ship unloader crane. Finite element models of primary structures subjected to loads were built to achieve dynamic properties, which could supply a basic reference to experiment and guidance to locate the tested positions. Afterwards, wireless dynamic resistance strain-gauges were adopted to execute static and dynamic stress, and the tested results combined with finite element analysis were applied to strength analysis. Based on nominal stress and Miner principle, rainflow method was developed to fatigue life assessment of this ship unloader crane. The final results indicated that residual life of this crane was 4.67 years.

Accelerating the Product Development of a Commercial Vehicle Radiator using Finite Element Analysis

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
P.R. Roy ◽  
V. Hariram ◽  
M. Subramanian
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Product Development ◽  
Commercial Vehicle ◽  
Cooling System ◽  
Experimental Testing ◽  
Engine Oil ◽  
Operating Pressure ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Engine Cooling

Emissions such as Nox and CO resulting from the combustion of the diesel engines in the commercial vehicles leads to environmental degradation and ozone layer depletion. Alarming environment trend forces the government institutions to develop and enforce strict emission laws for the next generation transportation vehicles. Stricter emission laws mean higher operating pressure, temperature, reduced weight, tight packaging space, engine downsizing etc. Engine cooling systems are the critical components in the managing the engine cooling requirement of the commercial vehicle. Generally engine cooling system includes radiator, charge air cooler, engine oil cooler etc. Product development of thermal management system using the traditional design process takes more time, resource and money. To solve the complex design problem, numerical technique such as finite element analysis is performed upfront in the product development of the radiator to evaluate the structure behaviour under mechanical loading. In this paper, internal static pressure analysis of a radiator is presented to showcase the benefits of using the finite element technique earlier in the product design phase. Pressure cycle life at a critical joint of the radiator is calculated using strain-life approach. Finite element analysis aids in visualization of the hot spots in the design, comparing different design options with less turnaround time. Experimental testing and prototypes can be reduced. Risk of a product being failed is greatly minimized by performing the numerical simulation.

The Finite Element Analysis and Optimization of Subway Steel Structure Work Platform Based on Workbench and Pro/E in a Subway

2012 ◽  
Vol 538-541 ◽  
pp. 2953-2956
Author(s):  
Ya Li ◽  
Guang Sheng Ren
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Steel Structure ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Software Model ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Calculation Results

The static and stability analysis of steel structure were taken according to steel structure work platform’s requirements and structural characteristics in a subway parking space by using the software model which is established by Pro/E software and implanted into the finite element analysis software ANSYS Workbench. The maximum deformation and stress in design load of the steel structure were calculated and the linear stress strength analysis of the key parts was carried out, also both the analysis and testing of the supporting pillar’s stability were performed. The results show that the structure model established by Pro/E and the calculation method are reasonable. Moreover, the calculation results are of high accuracy. The profile size is properly chosen and the structure bearing capacity and deformation meet the design requirements.

Mechanical Strength Analysis and Structure Improvement of Diaphragm Chamber Based on Finite Element Method

2013 ◽  
Vol 690-693 ◽  
pp. 1945-1949
Author(s):  
Xue Qin Ling ◽  
Peng Fu ◽  
Wei Zhang ◽  
Yang Chen
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Manufacturing Cost ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Structure Improvement ◽  
Major Factors

Diaphragm chamber is the key component in fluid end of high pressure diaphragm pump for long distance pipeline transportation. Structural dimensions are the major factors affecting mechanical strength and manufacturing cost of diaphragm chamber. In this paper, diaphragm chamber was simulated by finite element analysis software ANSYS. Mechanical strength of diaphragm chamber was checked in the light of ASMEVIII-2. The structure of diaphragm chamber was modified for the purpose of extending service life and reducing production costs. The analysis results provide some theoretical guidance for research and development of diaphragm chambers and relevant products.

Finite Element Analysis on the Hull Girder Ultimate Strength of Asymmetrically Damaged Ships

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Zubair Muis Alie ◽  
Ganding Sitepu ◽  
Juswan Sade ◽  
Wahyuddin Mustafa ◽  
Andi Mursid Nugraha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Ultimate Strength ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Progressive Collapse ◽  
Ship Hull ◽  
Strength Analysis ◽  
Functional Requirements ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Hull Girder

This paper discusses the influence of asymmetrically damaged ships on the ultimate hull girder strength. When such damages take place at the asymmetric location of cross sections, not only translation but also inclination of instantaneous neutral axis takes place during the process of the progressive collapse. To investigate this effect, the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is employed and the damage is assumed in the middle hold. The collision damage is modeled by removing the plate and stiffener elements at the damage region assuming the complete loss of the capacity at the damage part. For the validation results obtained by Finite Element Analysis of the asymmetrically damaged ship hull girder, the simplified method is adopted. The Finite Element method of ultimate strength analysis of a damaged hull girder can be a practical tool for the ship hull girder after damages, which has become one of the functional requirements in IMO Goal Based Ship Construction Standard.

scholarly journals Finite Element Analysis of Cascade Flow with Varying Flow Rate

1978 ◽  
Vol 21 (156) ◽  
pp. 986-991
Author(s):  
Hisaaki DAIGUJI ◽  
Hideaki SAKAI
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Cascade Flow
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