scholarly journals On the Interpretation of the Lagrange Multipliers in the Constraint Formulation of Contact Problems; or Why Are Some Multipliers Always Zero?

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. L. Schwab
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical System ◽  
Lagrange Multipliers ◽  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Contact Problems ◽  
Constraint Forces ◽  
Basic Notion ◽  
Constraint Equations ◽  
Linear Dependency ◽  
Constraint Approach ◽  
Two Bodies

One method for modeling idealized contact between two bodies in mechanical system is based on the constraint approach, where Lagrange multipiers are introduced, which serve as constraint forces. In the usage of this formulation, there exists a linear dependancy between the Lagrange multipliers. Moreover, it has been observed that some Lagrange multipliers are always identical to zero. This sort of contradicts the basic notion that Lagrange multipliers in mechanical systems act as constraint forces which, when constraints are violated, push the system back in the desired configuration. In this paper it will be shown, by theory and example, that the above-mentioned linear dependency of the Lagrange multipliers, together with specific entries in the Jacobian of the constraint equations, results in some Lagrange multipliers being identical to zero.

THE MODELLING OF HOLONOMIC MECHANICAL SYSTEMS USING A NATURAL ORTHOGONAL COMPLEMENT

1989 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 81-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. ANGELES ◽  
SANGKOO LEE
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Nonholonomic Constraints ◽  
Kinematic Chain ◽  
Chain Structure ◽  
Rigid Bodies ◽  
Orthogonal Complement ◽  
Constraint Forces ◽  
Constrained Mechanical Systems ◽  
Constraint Equations ◽  
The Matrix

A computationally efficient and systematic algorithm for the modelling of constrained mechanical systems is developed and implemented in this paper. With this algorithm, the governing equations of mechanical systems comprised of rigid bodies coupled by holonomic constraints are derived by means of an orthogonal complement of the matrix of the velocity-constraint equations. The procedure is applicable to all types of holonomic mechanical systems, and it can be extended to cases including simple nonholonomic constraints. Holonomic mechanical systems having a simple Kinematic-chain structure, such as single-loop linkages and serial-type robotic manipulators, are analysed regarding the derivation of the matrix of the constraint equations and its orthogonal complement, and the computation of the constraint forces.

Identifying Sets of Constraint Forces by Inspection

2013 ◽  
Vol 80 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos M. Roithmayr ◽  
Dewey H. Hodges
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical System ◽  
Equations Of Motion ◽  
Rigid Bodies ◽  
The Body ◽  
Vector Form ◽  
Constraint Forces ◽  
Constraint Force ◽  
Symbolic Algebra ◽  
Constraint Equations ◽  
Angular Velocities

A mechanical system is often modeled as a set of particles and rigid bodies, some of which are constrained in one way or another. A concise method is proposed for identifying a set of constraint forces needed to ensure the restrictions are met. Identification consists of determining the direction of each constraint force and the point at which it must be applied, as well as the direction of the torque of each constraint force couple, together with the body on which the couple acts. This important information can be determined simply by inspecting constraint equations written in vector form. For the kinds of constraints commonly encountered, the constraint equations are expressed in terms of dot products involving velocities of the affected points or particles and angular velocities of the bodies concerned. The technique of expressing constraint equations in vector form and identifying constraint forces by inspection is useful when one is deriving explicit, analytical equations of motion by hand or with the aid of symbolic algebra software, as demonstrated with several examples.

scholarly journals Impact Dynamics Analysis of Mobile Mechanical Systems

Mathematics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (15) ◽  
pp. 1776
Author(s):  
Sorin Dumitru ◽  
Andra Constantin ◽  
Cristian Copilusi ◽  
Nicolae Dumitru
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical System ◽  
Combustion Engine ◽  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Free Fall ◽  
Radial Clearance ◽  
Connecting Rod ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Multi Body ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Two Bodies

The current paper focuses on the impact phenomenon analysis, in the case of multi-body mechanical systems undergoing fast motion, due to the presence of some manufacturing and mounting errors or due to some accident during the transport mechanical systems. Thus, the impact phenomenon was analyzed in two cases, the first one consisting of a two bodies, namely, a free-fall body brought in contact with the other considered fixed in space and the second case, which is a complex one, when the analyzed bodies are components of a multi-body mechanical system. The research main objective is to analyze the impact generated between the two bodies through three methods, i.e., the analytical method, a virtual prototyping method accomplished with MSC Adams software and a method based on finite element analysis with Ansys and Abaqus software. A dynamic model of the impact force was developed, which allows to make a comparison of the numerical results obtained through the abovementioned methods. As a multi-body mechanical system, it was considered a mechanism from an internal combustion engine from which the radial clearance between the piston bolt and connecting rod head of the considered mechanism was analyzed.

A Substructure Technique for Dynamics of Flexible Mechanical Systems With Contact-Impact

1987 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.-C. Wu ◽  
E. J. Haug
Keyword(s):  
Lagrange Multipliers ◽  
Synthesis Method ◽  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Normal Modes ◽  
Local Deformation ◽  
Constraint Forces ◽  
Transverse Impact ◽  
Contact Impact ◽  
Fixed Interface ◽  
Deformation Modes

Abstract A substructure synthesis method is proposed to account for contact-impact effects in flexible components of mechanical systems. Components that may come into contact is divided into substructures, on each of which local deformation modes are defined to described deformation fields of components. Constraint modes and fixed interface normal modes are used to account for elastic deformation within each substructure. A constraint addition-deletion technique is used to account for contact between impacting bodies. Lagrange multipliers associated with the constraints, which represent constraint forces, are used to determine separation of contacting nodes. Use of the method is illustrated on problems of longitudinal and transverse impact of bodies.

The Control of Vibration Transmissibility Using an Electrodynamic Actuator –Close-Loop Solution

2013 ◽  
Vol 436 ◽  
pp. 166-173
Author(s):  
A. Mihaela Mîţiu ◽  
Daniel Constantin Comeagă ◽  
Octavian G. Donţu
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Control System ◽  
Mechanical System ◽  
Closed Loop ◽  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Vibration Transmissibility ◽  
Technical Solutions ◽  
The Mathematical Model

In this paper are presented some aspects of transmissibility control of mechanical systems with 1 DOF so that the effects of vibration on their action to be minimized. Some technical solutions that can be used for this purpose is analyzed. Starting from the mathematical model of an electro-mechanical system with 1 DOF, are identified the parameters which influence the effectiveness of the transmissibility control system using an electrodynamic actuator who work in "closed loop".

scholarly journals CONTACT PROBLEMS FOR NONLINEARLY ELASTIC MATERIALS: WEAK SOLVABILITY INVOLVING DUAL LAGRANGE MULTIPLIERS

2010 ◽  
Vol 52 (2) ◽  
pp. 160-178 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. MATEI ◽  
R. CIURCEA
Keyword(s):  
Lagrange Multipliers ◽  
Variational Equation ◽  
Small Deformation ◽  
Contact Problems ◽  
Point Theory ◽  
The Body ◽  
Elastic Materials ◽  
Weak Formulation ◽  
Nonlinearly Elastic ◽  
Weak Solvability

AbstractA class of problems modelling the contact between nonlinearly elastic materials and rigid foundations is analysed for static processes under the small deformation hypothesis. In the present paper, the contact between the body and the foundation can be frictional bilateral or frictionless unilateral. For every mechanical problem in the class considered, we derive a weak formulation consisting of a nonlinear variational equation and a variational inequality involving dual Lagrange multipliers. The weak solvability of the models is established by using saddle-point theory and a fixed-point technique. This approach is useful for the development of efficient algorithms for approximating weak solutions.

Controlled Arming of Mechanical Systems Embedded into Embarked Electrical Systems

2014 ◽  
Vol 555 ◽  
pp. 209-216
Author(s):  
Gheorghe Negru
Keyword(s):  
Kalman Filter ◽  
Mechanical System ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Electrical Systems ◽  
General Motion

The paper presents an application of the Kalman filter to achieve the controlled arming of mechanical system embedded into embarked electrical systems (FMES). The solution of FMES which contain mechanical subsystems electronically controlled could significantly reduce the influence, on their functioning, of the general motion of high speed object (HSO) .

The Method for Determining the Vibration-Damping Elements for the Mechanical System to Obtain the Desired Amplitude Value

2014 ◽  
Vol 657 ◽  
pp. 644-648 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrzej Dymarek ◽  
Tomasz Dzitkowski
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical System ◽  
Dynamic Characteristics ◽  
Vibration Reduction ◽  
Mechanical Systems ◽  
Vibration Damping ◽  
Displacement Velocity ◽  
Synthesis Methods ◽  
Resonance Frequencies

The paper presents the use of synthesis methods to determine the parameters of passive vibration reduction in mechanical systems. Passive vibration reduction in a system is enabled by units called dampers whose values are determined on the basis of the method formulated and formalized by the authors. The essence of the method are, established at the beginning of a task, dynamic characteristics in the form of the resonance and anti-resonance frequencies, and amplitudes of displacement, velocity or acceleration of vibration.

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