Development and Validation of Finite Element Structure-Tuned Liquid Damper System Models

2015 ◽  
Vol 137 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Islam M. Soliman ◽  
Michael J. Tait ◽  
Ashraf A. El Damatty
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
3D Structure ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Random Excitation ◽  
System Model ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Tuned Liquid Damper ◽  
Supplemental Damping ◽  
Sensitive Structure

Implementation of supplemental damping systems (e.g., the dynamic vibration absorbers (DVAs)) to mitigate excessive tall building vibrations induced by external dynamic loads (wind storms or earthquakes) has increased over the last several decades. A tuned liquid damper (TLD) is a specific type of the DVAs that consists of a rigid tank which is partially filled with a liquid, usually water. The sloshing liquid inside the tank provides inertia forces that counteract the forces acting on the structure, thus reducing the building motion. A single sway mode of vibration is usually targeted, however, for certain structures multiple modes may need to be suppressed. Moreover, the location of the TLD on the floor plate is important for certain modes, such as a torsionally dominate mode. In this paper, a three-dimensional (3D) finite element (FE) structure-TLD system model (3D-structure-TLD) is proposed where the TLDs can be positioned at any location on the structure allowing the most effective positions in reducing the structure's dynamic response to be determined. Therefore, the response of a 3D structure (tower, high-rise building, bridge, etc.) fitted with single or multiple TLD(s) and subjected to dynamic excitation can be predicted using the proposed FE model. For torsionally sensitive structure (eccentric/irregular structures), this type of 3D numerical analysis is highly recommended. Two nonlinear TLD models are employed to simulate the TLD and implemented in the FE model. The 3D-structure-TLD system model is validated for the cases of sinusoidal and random excitation forces using existing experimental test values. Results from the 3D-structure-TLD system model are found to be in excellent agreement with values obtained from experimental tests.

Numerical and Experimental Study of a Flexible Pipe Under Torsion

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
He´ctor E. M. Merino ◽  
Jose´ Renato M. de Sousa ◽  
Carlos Magluta ◽  
Ney Roitman
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Nonlinear Finite Element ◽  
Analytical Models ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Pure Torsion ◽  
Flexible Pipe ◽  
Torsional Loads

The torsional behavior of a 4″ flexible pipe is here studied. The pipe was subjected to clockwise and anticlockwise torsion and also to torsion combined with tension. For pure torsion, two different boundary conditions were considered: ends free to elongate and prevented from elongating. When tensional and torsional loads are imposed to the pipe, only analyses with ends prevented from elongating are carried out. In all cases, the response of the pipe is predicted with a three-dimensional nonlinear finite element (FE) model and with a classical analytical model. Experimental tests performed at COPPE/UFRJ are also employed to validate the theoretical estimations. The obtained results point out that the pipe is torque balanced for clockwise torsion, but it is not balanced for anti-clockwise torsion. Moreover, analytical models for axissymetric analyses assume that the layers of a flexible pipe are subjected to the same twist and elongation, but the FE results state that this hypothesis holds only for anti-clockwise torsion. Therefore, some differences were found between the FE and analytical models mainly when clockwise torsion is considered. Finally, due to its ability to deal with friction and adhesion between layers, the FE estimations agreed quite well with the experimental measures.

scholarly journals Nonlinear Analysis of Simply Supported Composite Steel - Concrete Beam

2013 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 107-126
Author(s):  
Amer M. Ibrahim ◽  
Qussay W. Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Concrete Beam ◽  
Ultimate Load ◽  
Concrete Slab ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Width Ratio ◽  
Geometrical Parameters ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Composite Steel

This paper presents a nonlinear finite element computer program. ANSYS version 12.0 developed for the analysis of composite steel-concrete beam. A three-dimensional finite element (FE) model has been developed in this work. The analytical results of load-deflection response have been compared with available experimental tests. In general good agreement between the finite element solutions and experimental results have been obtained. Parametric studies have been carried out to investigate the effect of some important material and geometrical parameters. These parameters included the effect of shear connectors number, concrete grade, thickness to width ratio of concrete slab, the ultimate load for shear connector and effect of yield strength of Steel beam. It was found that, as the compressive strength of concrete increases from 20 MPa to 70 MPa the ultimate load increases by about 20% and also an increase in the thickness to width ratio (t/B) of concrete slab from 0.1 to 0.3 lead to increase in the ultimate load by about 43%.

scholarly journals Numerical Analysis of the Perforated Steel Sheets Under Uni-Axial Tensile Force

Metals ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 632 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed M. Sayed
Keyword(s):  
Load Capacity ◽  
Tensile Force ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Tensile Load ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Strain Engineering ◽  
Uniaxial Tensile ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Stress Strain ◽  
Steel Sheets

The perforated steel sheets have many uses, so they should be studied under the influence of the uniaxial tensile load. The presence of these holes in the steel sheets certainly affects the mechanical properties. This paper aims at studying the behavior of the stress-strain engineering relationships of the perforated steel sheets. To achieve this, the three-dimensional finite element (FE) model is mainly designed to investigate the effect of this condition. Experimental tests were carried out on solid specimens to be used in the test of model accuracy of the FE simulation. Simulation testing shows that the FE modeling revealed the ability to calculate the stress-strain engineering relationships of perforated steel sheets. It can be concluded that the effect of a perforated rhombus shape is greater than the others, and perforated square shape has no effect on the stress-strain engineering relationships. The efficiency of the perforated staggered or linearly distribution shapes with the actual net area on the applied loads has the opposite effect, as it reduces the load capacity for all types of perforated shapes. Despite the decrease in load capacity, it improves the properties of the steel sheets.

Finite Element Study of the Cutting Mechanics of the Three Dimensional Rock Turning Process

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Demeng Che ◽  
Jacob Smith ◽  
Kornel F. Ehmann
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Oil And Gas ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Polycrystalline Diamond ◽  
Close Correlation ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Failure Behavior ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Gas Drilling ◽  
Cutting Mechanics

The unceasing improvements of polycrystalline diamond compact (PDC) cutters have pushed the limits of tool life and cutting efficiency in the oil and gas drilling industry. However, the still limited understanding of the cutting mechanics involved in rock cutting/drilling processes leads to unsatisfactory performance in the drilling of hard/abrasive rock formations. The Finite Element Method (FEM) holds the promise to advance the in-depth understanding of the interactions between rock and cutters. This paper presents a finite element (FE) model of three-dimensional face turning of rock representing one of the most frequent testing methods in the PDC cutter industry. The pressure-dependent Drucker-Prager plastic model with a plastic damage law was utilized to describe the elastic-plastic failure behavior of rock. A newly developed face turning testbed was introduced and utilized to provide experimental results for the calibration and validation of the formulated FE model. Force responses were compared between simulations and experiments. The relationship between process parameters and force responses and the mechanics of the process were discussed and a close correlation between numerical and experimental results was shown.

Effective Shear Area in One Dimensional Ship Hull Finite Element Models to Predict Natural Frequencies of Vibration

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Osvaldo Pinheiro de Souza e Silva ◽  
Severino Fonseca da Silva Neto ◽  
Ilson Paranhos Pasqualino ◽  
Antonio Carlos Ramos Troyman
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Numerical Results ◽  
Computational Method ◽  
Scale Model ◽  
Dimensional Model ◽  
One Dimensional ◽  
Shear Area

This work discusses procedures used to determine effective shear area of ship sections. Five types of ships have been studied. Initially, the vertical natural frequencies of an acrylic scale model 3m in length in a laboratory at university are obtained from experimental tests and from a three dimensional numerical model, and are compared to those calculated from a one dimensional model which the effective shear area was calculated by a practical computational method based on thin-walled section Shear Flow Theory. The second studied ship was a ship employed in midshipmen training. Two models were made to complement some studies and vibration measurements made for those ships in the end of 1980 decade when some vibration problems in them were solved as a result of that effort. Comparisons were made between natural frequencies obtained experimentally, numerically from a three dimensional finite element model and from a one dimensional model in which effective shear area is considered. The third and fourth were, respectively, a tanker ship and an AHTS (Anchor Handling Tug Supply) boat, both with comparison between three and one dimensional models results out of water. Experimental tests had been performed in these two ships and their results were used in other comparison made after the inclusion of another important effect that acts simultaneously: the added mass. Finally, natural frequencies experimental and numerical results of a barge are presented. The natural frequencies numerical results of vertical hull vibration obtained from these approximations of effective shear areas for the five ships are finally discussed.

The Effect of Trabecular Bone on the Mechanical Response of Human Mandible with Implant

2014 ◽  
Vol 695 ◽  
pp. 588-591
Author(s):  
Khairul Salleh Basaruddin ◽  
Ruslizam Daud
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Trabecular Bone ◽  
Static Analysis ◽  
Load Distribution ◽  
Mechanical Response ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Micro Computed Tomography ◽  
Bone Specimen

This study aims to investigate the influence of trabecular bone in human mandible bone on the mechanical response under implant load. Three dimensional voxel finite element (FE) model of mandible bone was reconstructed from micro-computed tomography (CT) images that were captured from bone specimen. Two FE models were developed where the first consists of cortical bone, trabecular bone and implants, and trabecular bone part was excluded in the second model. A static analysis was conducted on both models using commercial software Voxelcon. The results suggest that trabecular bone contributed to the strength of human mandible bone and to the effectiveness of load distribution under implant load.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the Effects of the Chincup Appliance on the Craniofacial Structures by the Finite Element Analysis

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 219-223
Author(s):  
Beril Demir Karamanli ◽  
Hülya Kılıçoğlu ◽  
Armagan Fatih Karamanli
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Clinical Changes

Aims The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of the chincup appliance used in the treatment of Class III malocclusions, not only on the mandible or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) but also on all the craniofacial structures. Materials and Methods Chincup simulation was performed on a three-dimensional finite element (FE) model. 1000 g (500 g per side) force was applied in the direction of chin-condyle head. Nonlinear FE analysis was used as the numerical analysis method. Results By the application of chincup, stresses were distributed not only on TMJ or mandible but also on the circummaxillary sutures and other craniofacial structures. Conclusions Clinical changes obtained by chincup treatment in Class III malocclusions are not limited by only mandible. It was seen that also further structures were affected.

A Biomechanical Model of Lumbar Spine

2000 ◽  
Author(s):  
Subramanya Uppala ◽  
Robert X. Gao ◽  
Scott Cowan ◽  
K. Francis Lee
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Lumbar Spine ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Biomechanical Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Flexion Extension ◽  
Cortical Shell ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

Abstract The strength and stability of the lumbar spine are determined not only by the bone and muscles, but also by the visco-elastic structures and the interplay between the different components of the spine, such as ligaments, capsules, annulus fibrosis, and articular cartilage. In this paper we present a non-linear three-dimensional Finite Element model of the lumbar spine. Specifically, a three-dimensional FE model of the L4-5 one-motion segment/2 vertebrae was developed. The cortical shell and the cancellous bone of the vertebral body were modeled as 3D isoparametric eight-nodal elements. Finite element models of spinal injuries with fixation devices are also developed. The deformations across the different sections of the spine are observed under the application of axial compression, flexion/extension, and lateral bending. The developed FE models provided input to both the fixture design and experimental studies.

Analysis of a Balanced Breech System for the M1A1 Main Gun System Using Finite Element Techniques

1994 ◽  
Author(s):  
David A. Hopkins ◽  
Stephen A. Wilkerson
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Kinetic Energy ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
System Change ◽  
Sine Wave ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Firing Cycle ◽  
Entire System ◽  
Tube Shape ◽  
Series Of Experiments

Abstract A series of experiments were recently conducted in an attempt to reduce the dynamic motions of the M256 gun system during firing. Data collected during these experiments included the motion of the gun tube and breech mechanism for both the standard (unbalanced) configuration and a modified system in which mass was added such that the breech center of gravity (CG) was coincident with the gun tube centerline. The results indicated a noticeable change in the dynamic motions between these two configurations. Prior experiments indicated that the unbalanced breech drops several tenths of a millimeter during the firing cycle. Also, the gun tube whipping motion, which is induced by the powder pressure couple, vibrates the gun in a similar fashion regardless of ammunition type. Furthermore, the gun tube shape at shot exit always resembles a distorted sine wave. This behavior was noted for both heat and kinetic energy (KE) munitions in previous unbalanced breech tests conducted with the M256 gun. However, when the breech is balanced, the dynamics of the entire system change in both shape and magnitude of displacement. This report attempts to explain the results of the tests performed. This was accomplished using a three-dimensional (3-D), transient, finite element (FE) model of the entire system, which included breech, gun tube, trunnion mount, recoil, and projectile. Results from these calculations provide an explanation of the observed behavior of the system. Insight acquired about the nature of the system’s behavior was then used to propose several simple improvements to the M256 gun system which can be applied to gun systems in general. Implementation of these changes should decrease the shot-to-shot variability associated with gun accuracy.

scholarly journals A robust 3D finite element model for concrete columns confined by FRCM system

2019 ◽  
Vol 281 ◽  
pp. 01006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid M.A. Kadhim ◽  
Mohammed J Altaee ◽  
Ali Hadi Adheem ◽  
Akram R. Jawdhari
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Cement Mortar ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Concrete Columns ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
3D Finite Element ◽  
Composite Failure ◽  
Global Buckling ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Polymer

Fibre reinforced cementitious matric (FRCM) is a recent application of fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement, developed to overcome several limitations associated with the use of organic adhesive [e.g. epoxies] in FRPs. It consists of two dimensional FRP mesh saturated with a cement mortar, which is inorganic in nature and compatible with concrete and masonry substrates. In this study, a robust three-dimensional (3D) finite element (FE) model has been developed to study the behaviour of slender reinforced concrete columns confined by FRCM jackets, and loaded concentrically and eccentrically. The model accounts for material nonlinearities in column core and cement mortar, composite failure of FRP mesh, and global buckling. The model response was validated against several laboratory tests from literature, comparing the ultimate load, load-lateral deflection and failure mode. Maximum divergence between numerical and experimental results was 12%. Following the validation, the model will be used later in a comprehensive parametric analysis to gain a profound knowledge of the strengthening system, and examine the effects of several factors expected to influence the behaviour of confined member.

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