Finite Element Modeling and Simulation Analysis of a Portable Roll-Up Sign

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qiwei Yang ◽  
Derrick Tate ◽  
Sang-Wook Bae
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Dissimilar Materials ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Passenger Cars ◽  
Fine Mesh ◽  
Fixed Sign ◽  
Crash Tests ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Although a large number of crash tests have been performed between passenger cars and rigid fixed traffic signs, the number of real tests focusing on crashworthiness of portable roll-up signs is still limited. Because a standard, portable roll-up sign contains at least three kinds of dissimilar materials, such as steel for the base, fiberglass for the batten, vinyl for the sign, and because the sign’s configuration is more complicated than a rigid fixed sign, it is important to simulate the behavior of portable roll-up signs in collision. In this paper, a fine-mesh finite element model precisely representing the portable roll-up sign was created and used together with a car model to simulate the process of impact with 0 and 90 degree orientation. The simulation was performed using LS-DYNA software. Techniques for creating the finite element model were discussed. Afterwards this finite element model, being validated and verified through real tests, can be used for parametric and/or robust design.

Simulation Analysis of Isolation about Spray Boom

2014 ◽  
Vol 900 ◽  
pp. 742-745 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yao Jie He ◽  
Bai Jing Qiu ◽  
Ya Fei Yang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Modal Analysis ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Element Model ◽  
The Finite Element Model

In order to attenuate the deformation of spray boom, a finite element model built based on ANSYS, according to the reasults of numerical modal analysis and modal texting, the reliability of the finite element model was affirmed. Then, an isolator was introduced between spray boom and frame, a frame-isolator-spray boom model was built in ADAMS. The effect of the isolators which have different parameters was research, the reasult shows: The isolator has much effect on attenuating spray booms deformation, the stiffness of isolators spring dampers has little effect on spray booms deformation, but the damping of isolators spring dampers has effect on spray booms deformation.

Stiffness Simulation Analysis of Rubber Bush Mountings Subjected to Tilting Deflection

2013 ◽  
Vol 765-767 ◽  
pp. 341-344
Author(s):  
Bai Qin ◽  
Chao Wu ◽  
Bo Zhang ◽  
Quan Fu Wang ◽  
Ya Juan Ji
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Simulation Model ◽  
Axial Length ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Simulation Data ◽  
Model Based ◽  
The Finite Element Model

The finite element model of rubber bush mountings is built up. And the value of the reduced tilting stiffness is obtained directly by solving the model. The simulation data and the experimental data can be seen to agree very closely. This fully proves the reliability of the simulation model. Based on this simulation model, which has been parameterized, the influence of the axial length and inner and outer radii on the reduced tilting stiffness of rubber bush is studied by using the co-simulation of MATLAB and ANSYS.

Modal Simulation Analysis of Gatling Barrel

2014 ◽  
Vol 488-489 ◽  
pp. 947-950
Author(s):  
Ying Gao ◽  
Yu Cheng Bo ◽  
Ji Xing Huo
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Natural Frequency ◽  
Dynamic Characteristics ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Modal Shape ◽  
Power Matching ◽  
Gun Barrel ◽  
The Finite Element Model

In order to improve the shooting accuracy of a gatling gun, the finite element model of gun barrel was established and tested by the modal computing, thus natural frequency and modal shape of previous 5 phases were calculated when the clamping support was placed in different places of the barrel. According to the reasonable power matching principle and the result of calculation, the dynamic characteristics of the gatling gun were analyzed, the result offers a reasonable basis for improving the design of the product.

scholarly journals Sensitivity Analysis of the Influence of Structural Parameters on Dynamic Behaviour of Highly Redundant Cable-Stayed Bridges

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. Asgari ◽  
S. A. Osman ◽  
A. Adnan
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Model Updating ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Structural Behavior ◽  
Model Tuning ◽  
The Finite Element Model ◽  
Cable Stayed Bridges

The model tuning through sensitivity analysis is a prominent procedure to assess the structural behavior and dynamic characteristics of cable-stayed bridges. Most of the previous sensitivity-based model tuning methods are automatic iterative processes; however, the results of recent studies show that the most reasonable results are achievable by applying the manual methods to update the analytical model of cable-stayed bridges. This paper presents a model updating algorithm for highly redundant cable-stayed bridges that can be used as an iterative manual procedure. The updating parameters are selected through the sensitivity analysis which helps to better understand the structural behavior of the bridge. The finite element model of Tatara Bridge is considered for the numerical studies. The results of the simulations indicate the efficiency and applicability of the presented manual tuning method for updating the finite element model of cable-stayed bridges. The new aspects regarding effective material and structural parameters and model tuning procedure presented in this paper will be useful for analyzing and model updating of cable-stayed bridges.

Biodynamics of Human Thorax With Body Armors Subject to Bullet Impact

2001 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. W. Kwon ◽  
J. A. Lobuono
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Body Armor ◽  
Projectile Impact ◽  
Human Thorax ◽  
Trachea And Bronchi ◽  
Armor System ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Abstract The objective of this study is to develop a finite element model of the human thorax with a protective body armor system so that the model can adequately determine the thorax’s biodynamical response from a projectile impact. The finite element model of the human thorax consists of the thoracic skeleton, heart, lungs, major arteries, major veins, trachea, and bronchi. The finite element model of the human thorax is validated by comparing the model’s results to experimental data obtained from cadavers wearing a protective body armor system undergoing a projectile impact.

Dynamic Analysis of a Turbocharger Centrifugal Compressor Impeller

1991 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Ramamurti ◽  
D. A. Subramani ◽  
K. Sridhara
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Centrifugal Compressor ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Simplified Model ◽  
Cyclic Symmetry ◽  
Compressor Impeller ◽  
Cyclic Symmetric ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Abstract Stress analysis and determination of eigen pairs of a typical turbocharger compressor impeller have been carried out using the concept of cyclic symmetry. A simplified model treating the blade and the hub as isolated elements has also been attempted. The limitations of the simplified model have been brought out. The results of the finite element model using the cyclic symmetric approach have been discussed.

Simulation Analysis of Secondary-Load Rc Square Columns Strengthened with IFRP

2014 ◽  
Vol 501-504 ◽  
pp. 578-582
Author(s):  
Liang Hsu ◽  
Ming Long Hu ◽  
Jun Zhi Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Experimental Result ◽  
Compression Process ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Secondary Load ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Considering secondary load, simulate the axial compression process of reinforced concrete square columns strengthened with igneous rock fiber reinforced polymer with Abaqus. Make a comparison between the simulation result and experimental result. The finite-element model can simulate the experiment preferably. And the impact of lagged strain is very obvious.

Analysis of Effective Pre-Stress of Continuous Rigid Frame Bridge in Service Based on Inversion Theory

2013 ◽  
Vol 671-674 ◽  
pp. 1012-1015
Author(s):  
Zhao Ning Zhang ◽  
Ke Xing Li
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Inversion Method ◽  
Vertical Deflection ◽  
Continuous Rigid Frame Bridge ◽  
Rigid Frame ◽  
Inversion Theory ◽  
Rigid Frame Bridge ◽  
The Finite Element Model

Due to the environment, climate, loads and other factors, the pre-stress applied to the beam is not a constant. It is important for engineers to track the state of the pre-stress in order to ensure security of the bridge in service. To solve the problem mentioned above, the paper puts forward a new way to analyze the effective pre-stress using the displacement inversion method based on the inversion theory according to the measured vertical deflection of the bridge in service at different time. The method is a feasible way to predict the effective pre-stress of the bridge in service. Lastly, taking the pre-stressed concrete continuous rigid frame bridge for example, the effective pre-stress is analyzed by establishing the finite element model.

Finite Element Simulation Analysis on Space KX-Joint

2014 ◽  
Vol 915-916 ◽  
pp. 146-149
Author(s):  
Yong Sheng Wang ◽  
Li Hua Wu
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Bearing Capacity ◽  
Simulation Analysis ◽  
Local Buckling ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Ansys Software ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
Buckling Failure ◽  
The Finite Element Model

The finite element model of the space KX-Joint was established using ANSYS software, and the failure mode and ultimate bearing capacity of KX-joint were researched. Calculation results show that the surface of chord wall on the roots of compression web members was into the plastic in K plane, and the holding pole without the plastic area and the local buckling failure happened in the surface of chord wall on the roots of Compression Web Members in X plane; The bearing capacity of the joint increased with the Chord diameter, which was appears in the form of power function.

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