Numerical Simulation of Dynamic Positioning in Ice

2013 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 14-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ivan Metrikin ◽  
Sveinung Løset ◽  
Nils Albert Jenssen ◽  
Sofien Kerkeni
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Data Series ◽  
Dynamic Positioning ◽  
Ice Drift ◽  
Simulation Results

AbstractNumerical simulation of dynamic positioning (DP) in ice is a novel research topic that has potential in many industrial and scientific applications. This paper reviews some challenges associated with numerical ice modeling and presents a classification of approaches for modeling the ice loads in DP simulations. The approaches are classified into three groups: empirical and statistical models, experimental data series methods, and physically based modeling. The strengths and weaknesses of the approaches are summarized, and recommended uses are outlined in this paper. In addition, a novel, nonsmooth, discrete element model of a DP vessel in managed ice is presented. The model was used to perform a numerical multibody simulation of a series of model tests with a conceptual Arctic drillship on DP in managed ice using the commercial physics engine Vortex. The numerical model simulated the ice basin, the DP vessel, the managed ice, the surrounding fluid, and their interactions. Comparison of the simulation results with experimental data showed that for head-on ice drift, the numerical model reproduced the experimental results reasonably well. However, for higher ice drift angles, discrepancies between the simulation results and the model testing data increased considerably. Possible reasons for the discrepancies are discussed in the paper, along with suggestions for future research. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, both the classification of various approaches for simulating DP in ice and the high-fidelity numerical DP model are novel and have not been published previously.

scholarly journals Investigation of the Thickness Differential on the Formability of Aluminum Tailor Welded Blanks

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 875
Author(s):  
Jie Wu ◽  
Yuri Hovanski ◽  
Michael Miles
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Plastic Strain ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Equivalent Plastic Strain ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Dome Height ◽  
Tailor Welded Blanks ◽  
Simulation Results

A finite element model is proposed to investigate the effect of thickness differential on Limiting Dome Height (LDH) testing of aluminum tailor-welded blanks. The numerical model is validated via comparison of the equivalent plastic strain and displacement distribution between the simulation results and the experimental data. The normalized equivalent plastic strain and normalized LDH values are proposed as a means of quantifying the influence of thickness differential for a variety of different ratios. Increasing thickness differential was found to decrease the normalized equivalent plastic strain and normalized LDH values, this providing an evaluation of blank formability.

scholarly journals Numerical Simulation and Experimental Study on the Drilling Process of 7075-t6 Aerospace Aluminum Alloy

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 553
Author(s):  
Haitao Luo ◽  
Jia Fu ◽  
Tingke Wu ◽  
Ning Chen ◽  
Huadong Li
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Axial Force ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Drilling Process ◽  
Feed Speed ◽  
Rotating Speed ◽  
Simulation Results

A finite element model for setting drilling conditions is established. The effect of feed speed and spindle speed on the drilling process was studied. In the test phase, drilling tests were conducted using three different feed speeds (60, 100, and 140 mm/min) and three different spindle speeds (800, 1000, and 1200 rpm). The correctness of the finite element model was verified by comparing the experimental and numerical simulation data. The results show that the axial force and torque increase significantly with the increase of feed speed, while the axial force and torque increase less as the spindle speed increases. The numerical simulation results show that the temperature of the cutting edge increases as the feed speed increases. Increasing the rotating speed increases the formation of chip curl. When the working conditions are high rotating speed and low feed, the tool wear is reduced, and the machining quality is better. The numerical simulation results obtained for the chip forming effect are similar to the experimental data. In addition, the simulation results show the generation of burrs. A comparison of the finite element simulation and experimental data leads to an in-depth understanding of the drilling process and ability to optimize subsequent drilling parameters, which provide reliable process parameters and technical guarantees for the successful implementation of drilling technology for space suspended ball structures.

scholarly journals Numerical Simulation and Experimental Study on Axial Stiffness and Stress Deformation of the Braided Corrugated Hose

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 4709
Author(s):  
Dacheng Huang ◽  
Jianrun Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Geometric Model ◽  
Equivalent Stress ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Maximum Error ◽  
Structural Features ◽  
Axial Stiffness ◽  
Frictional Stress ◽  
Maximum Equivalent Stress ◽  
Simulation Results

To explore the mechanical properties of the braided corrugated hose, the space curve parametric equation of the braided tube is deduced, specific to the structural features of the braided tube. On this basis, the equivalent braided tube model is proposed based on the same axial stiffness in order to improve the calculational efficiency. The geometric model and the Finite Element Model of the DN25 braided corrugated hose is established. The numerical simulation results are analyzed, and the distribution of the equivalent stress and frictional stress is discussed. The maximum equivalent stress of the braided corrugated hose occurs at the braided tube, with the value of 903MPa. The maximum equivalent stress of the bellows occurs at the area in contact with the braided tube, with the value of 314MPa. The maximum frictional stress between the bellows and the braided tube is 88.46MPa. The tensile experiment of the DN25 braided corrugated hose is performed. The simulation results are in good agreement with test data, with a maximum error of 9.4%, verifying the rationality of the model. The study is helpful to the research of the axial stiffness of the braided corrugated hose and provides the base for wear and life studies on the braided corrugated hose.

Impact Simulation of a Crashworthy Composite Fuselage Section with Energy-Absorbing Floor

2014 ◽  
Vol 529 ◽  
pp. 102-107
Author(s):  
Hai Bo Luo ◽  
Ying Yan ◽  
Xiang Ji Meng ◽  
Tao Tao Zhang ◽  
Zu Dian Liang
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Relative Error ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Computer Code ◽  
Impact Simulation ◽  
Average Acceleration ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
Energy Absorbing

A 7.8m/s vertical drop simulate of a full composite fuselage section was conducted with energy-absorbing floor to evaluate the crashworthiness features of the fuselage section and to predict its dynamic response to dummies in future. The 1.52m diameter fuselage section consists of a high strength upper fuselage frame, one stiff structural floor and an energy-absorbing subfloor constructed of Rohacell foam blocks. The experimental data from literature [6] were analyzed and correlated with predictions from an impact simulation developed using the nonlinear explicit transient dynamic computer code MSC.Dytran. The simulated average acceleration did not exceed 13g, by contrast with experimental results, whose relative error is less than 11%. The numerical simulation results agree with experiments well.

scholarly journals NUMERICAL SIMULATION OF TSUNAMI CURRENTS

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (32) ◽  
pp. 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eizo Nakaza ◽  
Tsunakiyo Iribe ◽  
Muhammad Abdur Rouf
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Open Channel ◽  
Implicit Method ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
Moving Particle ◽  
Fixed Structure ◽  
Tsunami Currents

The paper aims to simulate Tsunami currents around moving and fixed structures using the moving-particle semi-implicit method. An open channel with four different sets of structures is employed in the numerical model. The simulation results for the case with one structure indicate that the flow around the moving structure is faster than that around the fixed structure. The flow becomes more complex for cases with additional structures.

scholarly journals Mechatronic Device for Locomotor Training

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 310-315 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sławomir Duda ◽  
Damian Gąsiorek ◽  
Grzegorz Gembalczyk ◽  
Sławomir Kciuk ◽  
Arkadiusz Mężyk
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Measurement Data ◽  
Healthy Person ◽  
Control Algorithms ◽  
Design Team ◽  
Locomotor Training ◽  
Interdisciplinary Design ◽  
Machine Control ◽  
Simulation Results

Abstract This paper presents a novel mechatronic device to support a gait reeducation process. The conceptual works were done by the interdisciplinary design team. This collaboration allowed to perform a device that would connect the current findings in the fields of biomechanics and mechatronics. In the first part of the article shown a construction of the device which is based on the structure of an overhead travelling crane. The rest of the article contains the issues related to machine control system. In the prototype, the control of drive system is conducted by means of two RT-DAC4/PCI real time cards connected with a signal conditioning interface. Authors present the developed control algorithms and optimization process of the controller settings values. The summary contains a comparison of some numerical simulation results and experimental data from the sensors mounted on the device. The measurement data were obtained during the gait of a healthy person.

Study on the Forming Process of the Crossmember in Car Intermediate Floor

2013 ◽  
Vol 442 ◽  
pp. 593-598
Author(s):  
Xue Xia Wang ◽  
Peng Chong Guan ◽  
Hai Peng Li ◽  
Li Hui Wang ◽  
Na Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Thickness Distribution ◽  
Forming Limit Diagram ◽  
Forming Limit ◽  
Simulation Technology ◽  
Forming Process ◽  
Distribution Diagram ◽  
Simulation Results

Flanging and bending forming processes of the crossmember in car intermediate floor are investigated respectively by using numerical simulation technology. The numerical model of the crossmember was established and its press forming effect was simulated to determine the feasible process parameters affecting its manufacturability. Forming limit diagram and thickness distribution diagram are used to evaluate simulation results of different process schemes. And then optimum values of process parameters for flanging and bending are found, which can reduce the tendencies of wrinkling, springback and crackling during the stamping of the product.

The Optimization of Vibration Induced by a V6 Engine Cooling Module

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ji Yang ◽  
Zhiyong Hao ◽  
Ruwei Ge ◽  
Liansheng Wang ◽  
Kang Zheng
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Automotive Industry ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Working Condition ◽  
Steering Wheel ◽  
Engine Cooling ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
Cooling Module ◽  
Specific Working

The engine cooling module consists of condenser, radiator and fan (CRFM), which has long been recognized as a main source of sound and vibration in the automotive industry. As the engine becomes increasingly compact and powerful, customers gradually have higher expectations for automobile NVH performance than ever before. Thus the reduction of noise and vibration induced by CRFM becomes critical, which can greatly influence overall NVH performance. Combined with experimental and numerical methods, this paper focuses on the identification and optimization of steering wheel (SW) vibration induced by CRFM for a vehicle with V6 engine while engine idling. The numerical model established in this paper, based on Matlab and taking chassis vibration into account, can predict and optimize the vibration of CRFM under specific working condition with the help of energy decoupling and Newmark-Beta methodology. The optimization design of CRFM mainly involves the stiffness, position and angle of isolators. The numerical simulation results are validated experimentally, which can help further design of CRFM.

Numerical Simulation on Hydrogen Dispersion in Automobiles due to Storage Cylinder Failure

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan-Lei Liu ◽  
Jin-Yang Zheng ◽  
Shu-Xin Han ◽  
Yong-Zhi Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Numerical Model ◽  
Hydrogen Sensor ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Concentration Region ◽  
Species Transport ◽  
Safety Design ◽  
Simulation Results

A numerical model for dispersion of hydrogen in hydrogen powered automobiles was established basing on finite element method with species transport and reaction module of FLUENT. And corresponding numerical simulations were done in order to analysis the dispersion of hydrogen due to leakage from different position of the storage cylinder on the automobiles. Also, the distribution of the hazard region due to hydrogen dispersion was obtained. The simulation results show that the baffle above the cylinder can accumulate the hydrogen. Therefore, the high concentration region of hydrogen exists near the baffle. The study can provide reference for hydrogen sensor placement and safety design of hydrogen powered automobiles.

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