Use of Finite Element Method in Optimization of Quay Crane's Grab

2013 ◽  
Vol 837 ◽  
pp. 346-350
Author(s):  
Cristina Dragomir
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Permanent Deformation ◽  
Metal Structure ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Modeling And Analysis ◽  
Quay Cranes ◽  
Tie Rods ◽  
Element Method

This Finite element method is one of the most advanced calculating methods for approximation of accurate solutions to engineering problems. Optimization of grabs quay cranes is necessary because most port operators use this type of equipment for loading and unloading bulk cargo. Initial research methods applied in this study are based on observations and surveys conducted on Bocşa 16 t - 32 m mobile quay cranes of MinMetal S.A. Constanta port operator. Modeling and analysis for grabs structure optimization was made with FEMAP and NX NASTRAN - version 10.3.1 applications, which use the finite element method and finite element analysis. After calculations and analysis, the following optimizations resulted:-to increase the grabs closing force (in order to minimize the loss of cargo between jaws and to increase digging force) the lower beam weight must be reduced.-to reduce the amount of cargo drained from the grabs jaws at loading, rubber jaws barriers can be fixed or bars can be welded at grabs jaws.- if cargo has high granulation, in order to reduce grabs weight the plate of the jaw can be cropped.-cups supporting tie rods could be replaced by hydraulic cylinders.The greatest tension is located in the cups supportive arms and in the area where cups are attached to arms. Shafts tensions are larger than the grabs metal structure and are located in shafts-arms contact areas, ie support bearings. In these areas, an optimization can be made by installing ball bearings to reduce friction. The largest deformations occur in the middle area of the arms. To increase safety in operation it is necessary to change the material of the four arms supporting cups, given that deformation of 89.7 mm (~ 9 cm) combined with external factors and / or shock loads can lead to permanent deformation or even material breaks. After changing the material, the model showed that the deformations in the middle area of the arms are substantially reduced, at only 4 mm. In the contact area of the upper arms with the two bars of the upper beam, hazardous tensions may be minimized if there are inserted bearings.

scholarly journals Finite element analysis of Bridge Crane Metal Structure Based on ABAQUS

2018 ◽  
Vol 198 ◽  
pp. 01004
Author(s):  
Zhong Meng ◽  
Tong Yifei ◽  
LI Xiangdong
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Metal Structure ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Bridge Crane ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Three Dimensional Model ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Operation Conditions ◽  
Element Method

Taking the QD-type (50/10t-31.5) bridge crane as the research object and the finite element method as theoretical basis, the metal structure using ABAQUS software is analyzed. Firstly, the three-dimensional model of the metal structure is established according to the design parameters. Second, the bridge crane under three typical operation conditions is analyzed and the stress and displacement analysis results are presented. And, the strength and stiffness of the crane are verified based on the analysis results. Moreover, the maximum stress and displacement under dangerous conditions of the crane are calculated by theoretical calculation. By comparing the results of the theoretical method and the finite element method. The research can favor to increase the design efficiency.

Towards Predicting Relative Belt Edge Endurance With the Finite Element Method

1990 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 216-235 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. De Eskinazi ◽  
K. Ishihara ◽  
H. Volk ◽  
T. C. Warholic
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Shear Deformations ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Vertical Loading ◽  
Predicted Values ◽  
Element Method

Abstract The paper describes the intention of the authors to determine whether it is possible to predict relative belt edge endurance for radial passenger car tires using the finite element method. Three groups of tires with different belt edge configurations were tested on a fleet test in an attempt to validate predictions from the finite element results. A two-dimensional, axisymmetric finite element analysis was first used to determine if the results from such an analysis, with emphasis on the shear deformations between the belts, could be used to predict a relative ranking for belt edge endurance. It is shown that such an analysis can lead to erroneous conclusions. A three-dimensional analysis in which tires are modeled under free rotation and static vertical loading was performed next. This approach resulted in an improvement in the quality of the correlations. The differences in the predicted values of various stress analysis parameters for the three belt edge configurations are studied and their implication on predicting belt edge endurance is discussed.

Tire Cornering Simulation Using an Explicit Finite Element Analysis Code

1998 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 109-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Koishi ◽  
K. Kabe ◽  
M. Shiratori
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Test System ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Explicit Finite Element ◽  
Explicit Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Element Method

Abstract The finite element method has been used widely in tire engineering. Most tire simulations using the finite element method are static analyses, because tires are very complex nonlinear structures. Recently, transient phenomena have been studied with explicit finite element analysis codes. In this paper, the authors demonstrate the feasibility of tire cornering simulation using an explicit finite element code, PAM-SHOCK. First, we propose the cornering simulation using the explicit finite element analysis code. To demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed simulation, computed cornering forces for a 175SR14 tire are compared with experimental results from an MTS Flat-Trac Tire Test System. The computed cornering forces agree well with experimental results. After that, parametric studies are conducted by using the proposed simulation.

Dynamics of 3D Micropolar Gyroelastic Beams

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soroosh Hassanpour ◽  
G. R. Heppler
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Dynamic Modeling ◽  
Dynamic Equations ◽  
Hamilton’S Principle ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Hamilton's Principle ◽  
Modeling And Analysis ◽  
Element Method

This paper is devoted to the dynamic modeling of micropolar gyroelastic beams and explores some of the modeling and analysis issues related to them. The simplified micropolar beam torsion and bending theories are used to derive the governing dynamic equations of micropolar gyroelastic beams from Hamilton’s principle. Then these equations are solved numerically by utilizing the finite element method and are used to study the spectral and modal behaviour of micropolar gyroelastic beams.

scholarly journals COMPARISON OF SAW BLADE NATURAL FREQUENCIES AND CRITICAL SPEEDS USING CSAW AND FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Poirier ◽  
P. Radziszewski
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Element Model ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Saw Blade ◽  
Circular Saws ◽  
The Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Method

The natural frequencies of circular saws limit the operating speeds of the saws. Current industry methods of increasing natural frequency include pretensioning, where plastic deformation is induced into the saw. To better model the saw, the finite element model is compared to current software for steel saws; C-SAW, a software program that calculates frequencies for stiffened circular saws. Using C-SAW and the finite element method the results are compared and the finite element method is validated for steel saws.

Performance of gravity caisson on sand compaction piles

2008 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
pp. 393-407
Author(s):  
Chun Fai Leung ◽  
Rui Fu Shen
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Field Study ◽  
Tilt Angle ◽  
Back Analysis ◽  
Numerical Results ◽  
Container Port ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Quay Cranes ◽  
Element Method

Gravity caissons were employed as part of the wharf front structures for a container port terminal in Singapore. This paper reports the movements of eight consecutive gravity caissons supported on sand compaction piles (SCPs) with highly variable lengths of penetration. It is established that the caisson movements increase with an increase in the length of the SCP, as longer SCPs are necessary when hard strata are at greater depth. The large caisson movements observed during caisson infilling and backfilling do not pose a concern because the wharf deck beams connecting adjacent caissons can be adjusted. However, the caisson movements under service loads would affect the operation of the overlying quay cranes on top of the caissons. The present field study reveals that preloading the caissons is effective in reducing the caisson movements under service loads because the observed caisson movements are insignificant during subsequent unloading–reloading of the caissons. Back-analysis using the finite element method (FEM) shows that the observed caisson movements at different construction stages can be reasonably replicated. The numerical results are also used to evaluate the caisson tilt angle, which could not be measured in the present field study. The caisson tilt is found to be independent of the length of SCPs underneath a caisson.

Prediction of the Heat-Insulating Crumb Rubber Brick Walls Design by the Finite Element Method

2013 ◽  
Vol 805-806 ◽  
pp. 1575-1582 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weerapol Namboonruang ◽  
Rattanakorn Rawangkul ◽  
Wanchai Yodsudjai ◽  
Trakool Aramraks ◽  
Nutthanan Suphadon
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Economic Factor ◽  
Crumb Rubber ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Good Correspondence ◽  
Soil Cement ◽  
Element Method

Nowadays, materials used to construct house or building wall areconsidered not only in the physical material behaviour but also energy conscious and economic factor. Adding crumb rubber to the brick composite is one of many methods to develop the properties of bricks. As widely known,the finite element method (FEM) is a tool used for finding accurate solutions of the heat transfer equation of materials including the composite bricks. In this paper an investigation of the heat transfer of a soil cement brick containing crumb rubber particles, is presented and compared to results of finite element analysis (FEA) simulation. To determine the effect of crumb rubber to the heat transfer behaviour of soil cement brick, different volume fractions are varied by 10, 20, 30 and 40%. It was reported that a modelling application reveals good correspondence with the experimental results.

FFS Assessment of Pressurized Equipment Utilizing a Thickness Mapping Tool

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin Hantz ◽  
Venkata M. K. Akula ◽  
John Leroux
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Response Prediction ◽  
Accurate Estimate ◽  
Pressure Vessels ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Level 3 ◽  
Level 1 ◽  
Element Method

For pressure vessels, loss of thickness detected during scheduled maintenance utilizing UT scans can be assessed based on Level 1 or 2 analyses as per API 579 guidelines. However, Level 1 and 2 analyses can point to excessively conservative assessments. Level – 3 assessments utilizing the finite element method can be performed for a more accurate estimate of the load carrying capacity of the corroded structure. However, for a high fidelity structural response prediction using the finite element method, the characteristics of the model must be accurately represented. Although the three nonlinearities, namely, the geometric, material, and contact nonlinearities can be adequately included in a finite element analysis, procedures to accurately include the thickness measurements are not readily available. In this paper, a tool to map thicknesses obtained from UT scans onto a shell based finite element models, to perform Level – 3 analyses is discussed. The tool works in conjunction with Abaqus/CAE and is illustrated for two different structures following the elastic-plastic analysis procedure outlined in the API 579 document. The tool is intended only as a means to reduce the modeling time associated with mapping thicknesses. The results of the analyses and insights gained are presented.

scholarly journals Finite Element Analysis of Square Aquifers Containing Pumped Wells and Comparison with Finite Difference Method

1983 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-92 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tilahun Aberra
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Difference ◽  
Discrete Time ◽  
Surface Element ◽  
Dimensionless Time ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Element Method

The numerical solution of the behaviour of discrete time steps in digital computer analysis of square aquifers containing pumped wells is examined by using the finite element method with a 4 node linear quadrilateral isoparametric surface element. A wide range of time steps are used in the computation. The calculations show that discrete time steps can cause errors and oscillations in the calculations particularly when wells start and stop pumping. Comparison with known results obtained by theoretical and finite difference procedures has been considered. The main objective of this paper is to demonstrate comparison of the finite element and finite difference simulation results over a regular linear 4 node quadrilateral mesh suitable to represent the two numerical schemes with a marked similarity. The dimensionless time drawdown results of the finite element method agreed well with the finite difference and analytical results for small time increment. However, for large time increments, there are from slight to significant oscillations in the results and notable discrepancies are observed in the solutions of the two numerical methods.

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