Frequency Characteristics Analysis of Micro-Displacement Structure with Parallel Flexure Hinges

2016 ◽  
Vol 693 ◽  
pp. 141-145
Author(s):  
Jie Qiong Lin ◽  
Ming Ming Lu ◽  
Xiao Qin Zhou ◽  
Qiang Liu

Flexure hinges based micro-displacement structure has been widely used for micro-precision machinery, and the natural frequency characteristics analysis is one of the most important elements in the structure design. In this paper, natural frequency characteristics analysis of a micro-displacement structure with parallel flexible hinges is presented. The effects of each structure parameter to the natural frequency of the micro-displacement structure are simulation by dynamics modeling. The parameters can be divided into three categories, namely, parallel flexure hinges parameter, micro-displacement structure parameter and material parameter. Two micro-displacement structures using common materials are machined for frequency test. The test results of two micro-displacement structure verified the modeling analysis, and the natural frequency characteristics analysis in this paper can be referenced in micro-displacement structure design.

Author(s):  
Mohammad-Reza Ashory ◽  
Farhad Talebi ◽  
Heydar R Ghadikolaei ◽  
Morad Karimpour

This study investigated the vibrational behaviour of a rotating two-blade propeller at different rotational speeds by using self-tracking laser Doppler vibrometry. Given that a self-tracking method necessitates the accurate adjustment of test setups to reduce measurement errors, a test table with sufficient rigidity was designed and built to enable the adjustment and repair of test components. The results of the self-tracking test on the rotating propeller indicated an increase in natural frequency and a decrease in the amplitude of normalized mode shapes as rotational speed increases. To assess the test results, a numerical model created in ABAQUS was used. The model parameters were tuned in such a way that the natural frequency and associated mode shapes were in good agreement with those derived using a hammer test on a stationary propeller. The mode shapes obtained from the hammer test and the numerical (ABAQUS) modelling were compared using the modal assurance criterion. The examination indicated a strong resemblance between the hammer test results and the numerical findings. Hence, the model can be employed to determine the other mechanical properties of two-blade propellers in test scenarios.


Author(s):  
Liu Ruiwei ◽  
Hongwei Guo ◽  
Zhang Qinghua ◽  
Rongqiang Liu ◽  
Tang Dewei

Balancing stiffness and weight is of substantial importance for antenna structure design. Conventional fold-rib antennas need sufficient weight to meet stiffness requirements. To address this issue, this paper proposes a new type of cable-rib tension deployable antenna that consists of six radial rib deployment mechanisms, numerous tensioned cables, and a mesh reflective surface. The primary innovation of this study is the application of numerous tensioned cables instead of metal materials to enhance the stiffness of the entire antenna while ensuring relatively less weight. Dynamic characteristics were analyzed to optimize the weight and stiffness of the antenna with the finite element model by subspace method. The first six orders of natural frequencies and corresponding vibration modes of the antenna structure are obtained. In addition, the effects of structural parameters on natural frequency are studied, and a method to improve the rigidity of the deployable antenna structure is proposed.


2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 168781402097479
Author(s):  
Lihang Yin ◽  
Wei Xu ◽  
Zechao Hu ◽  
Yuanchao Zhang ◽  
Chuang Li

To further reduce the vertical stiffness of the air spring, appropriately reduce its lateral stiffness to attenuate the transmission of vibration along the lateral and longitudinal directions, a compound structure air spring (CSAS) was designed. It is a laminated structure with a hard elastic layer at the lower end of the original air spring. Prototypes of the air spring and the CSAS were produced, then related static and dynamic characteristics tests were conducted. Compared with the test results of the air spring, it can be found that under the same air pressure, the bearing capacity of the CSAS is decreased slightly; under rated load, the vertical static/dynamic stiffness and natural frequency is decreased slightly, and the lateral static/dynamic stiffness is decrease significantly. Furthermore, the CSAS was subjected to the safety and reliability tests, and its performance was stable without damage. This article expands the stiffness range of the air spring, and provides a new idea for the design of the air spring with low lateral to vertical stiffness ratio and low natural frequency.


1973 ◽  
Vol 187 (1) ◽  
pp. 635-647 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. S. Janota ◽  
N. Watson

Today, most turbocharged diesel engines operate on the pulse system. This is most effective on those engines whose exhaust manifolds can connect groups of three cylinders to a turbine entry without scavenging interference, e.g. three-, six-, nine- and twelve-cylinder engines. However, when only two cylinders can be connected to each turbine entry, e.g. four-, eight- and sixteen-cylinder engines, without interference, the system is usually less efficient. This is because the widely fluctuating, partial admission turbine conditions lower the average turbine efficiency. Recently, the pulse converter has been developed to improve the performance of such engines. A detailed investigation into the operation and application of the pulse converter has been conducted. Test results from three completely different types of engines showed substantial improvements in performance. The dependence of the pulse converter on engine speed and load, the effect of area variations in the pulse converter and the timing of the interfering exhaust pressure waves have been studied. A comparison of theoretically predicted and measured transient pressures (from a model pulse converter fitted to a pulse generator) was made. The theoretical analysis is based on empirical steady-flow loss coefficients and forms a boundary condition for a method of characteristics analysis. Results are compared with those predicted by the simple constant-pressure theory.


2010 ◽  
Vol 29-32 ◽  
pp. 2614-2619 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Guang Wang ◽  
Bing Liang

to study oil shale creep properties, we use rock SJ-1B three-axis creep instrument on oil shale to carry three axis creep test. Through test results, the creep of oil shale is nonlinear, and in accelerating creep stage oil shale injury increased dramatically. Using Burgers creep model introduced damage variable to analyse the oil shale surrounding stress and displacement field and Systematically analyse the creep properties under various support intensity. So it has important theoretical significance and value for the oil shale resource development and roadway stability control.


2011 ◽  
Vol 250-253 ◽  
pp. 2877-2880 ◽  
Author(s):  
Guang Lin Yuan ◽  
Lu Dan Tian

Accidents of the cement manufacturers’ reinforced concrete silo structures frequently occurred currently in China, because of quality problems, causing enormous losses. The collapse status of a cement raw meal silo is investigated. Combined with the test results of the location and spacing of silo wall’s reinforcing bars, concrete strength, cracks and defects, the reasons for collapse of silo wall are analyzed and design recommendations for concrete silo structures are made. This can give reference to reinforced concrete silo structure design and construction in the future.


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