scholarly journals Fault Diagnosis of Beam-Like Structure Using Modified Fuzzy Technique

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dhirendranath Thatoi ◽  
Sasanka Choudhury ◽  
Prabir Kumar Jena Jena
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Fuzzy Logic ◽  
Fuzzy Controller ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Engineering Structures ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Crack Location ◽  
Vibration Signatures

This paper presents a novel hybrid fuzzy logic based artificial intelligence (AI) technique applicable to diagnosis of the crack parameters in a fixed-fixed beam by using the vibration signatures as input. The presence of damage in engineering structures leads to changes in vibration signatures like natural frequency and mode shapes. In the first part of this work, a structure with a failure crack has been analyzed using finite element method (FEM) and retrospective changes in the vibration signatures have been recorded. In the second part of the research work, these deviations in the vibration signatures for the first three mode shapes have been taken as input parameters for a fuzzy logic based controller for calculation of crack location and its severity as output parameters. In the proposed fuzzy controller, hybrid membership functions have been taken. Several fuzzy rules have been identified for prediction of crack depth and location and the results have been compared with finite element analysis. A database of experimental results has also been considered to check the robustness of the fuzzy controller. The results show that predictions for the nondimensional crack location, α, deviate ~2.4% from experimental values and for the nondimensional crack depth, δ, are less than ~−2%.

Finite Element Analysis of Turbine Blades

1991 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Carnero ◽  
J. Kubiak ◽  
A. López
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Radio Telemetry ◽  
Turbine Blades ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Element Method

Abstract Frequent failures of long turbine blades forced an electrical utility to sponsor research work to find out the causes of the failures. One of the techniques applied in this work was finite element analysis. The paper presents an application of the finite element method for computation of the natural frequencies, steady-state and alternating stresses, deformations due to forces acting on the blades and modal shapes of the turbine long blade groups. Two stages, L-1 and L-0 of the low pressure part of a steam turbine, were analyzed. It has been postulated that the results of the FEM analysis of the blades groups would be complementary to those obtained from the radio telemetry test (which was carried out during operation of the turbine) for the purpose of blade group failure diagnosis. However, the results of the analysis show that the FEM results were decisive in blade failure identification (L-1 stage moving blades). The graphical post processor of the FEM code revealed that the first blade in the group was the one most protruding from the stage rotating plane, thus indicating that this blade was the most prone to erosion. This was confirmed in the inspection of the turbine. This finding showed why only the first blade in the group was cracked (erosion induced cracks). The mode shapes were also very helpful in identifying other types of cracks which affected other parts of the blades. It can be concluded that the finite element method is very useful for identification of very difficult cases of blade faults and indispensable for carrying out modifications to prevent future failures.

Structural Damage Detection by Fuzzy Logic Technique

2014 ◽  
Vol 592-594 ◽  
pp. 1175-1179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rabinarayan Sethi ◽  
S.K. Senapati ◽  
Dayal R. Parhi
Keyword(s):  
Fuzzy Logic ◽  
Cantilever Beam ◽  
Structural Damage ◽  
Fuzzy Controller ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Crack Location ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Vibration Parameters ◽  
Fuzzy Logic Technique

In this paper, a novel approach for detecting crack location and its intensity in cantilever beam by Fuzzy logic techniques is established. The analysis has been done by using ANSYS FE software. The fuzzy controller with Bell shaped membership functions are used here which consists of three input parameters are relative deviation of first three natural frequencies and two output parameters are relative crack depth and relative crack location respectively. A series of fuzzy rules are resulting from vibration parameters which are finally used for prediction of crack location and its intensity. This method provides the knowledge towards the detection, location and characterization of the damage in the cantilever beam.

Response of Cracked Cantilever Beam Subjected to Traversing Mass

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shakti P. Jena ◽  
Dayal R. Parhi ◽  
Devasis Mishra
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Dynamic Response ◽  
Numerical Method ◽  
Cantilever Beam ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Numerical Procedure ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Crack Location

The present work emphasizes the dynamic response of double cracked cantilever beam subjected to a traversing mass. The cracks are located at different positions of the beam with random crack depths. The response of the damaged structure has been evaluated employing a numerical procedure of Runge-Kuuta method. The effects of crack depth, traversing mass, traversing speed and crack location on the response of the structure are studied. Finite element analysis (FEA) using the commercial ANSYS 15 has been presented to validate the adopted numerical method.

scholarly journals Damage severity for cracked simply supported beams

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (58) ◽  
pp. 151-165
Author(s):  
Ehab Samir Mohamed Mohamed Soliman
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Mode Shape ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Bending Vibration ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Simply Supported Beam ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Zero Frequency

This paper investigated the static and dynamic behaviors of isotropic cracked simply supported beam using finite element analysis (FEA), ANSYS software. Modal and harmonic vibration analysis of intact and damaged beam were performed in order to extract mode shapes of bending vibration, natural frequencies and obtain frequency response diagram. Static finite element analysis of undamaged and damaged simply supported beam was carried out to determine zero frequency deflection, then stiffness of intact and cracked beam was computed using conventional formula. Crack damage severity of damaged beam was calculated and it is noticed that as crack position is increased from left hand support of beam up to central point and crack depth is increased, then crack damage severity increases. The effect of mode shape pattern is investigated and it is found that the amount of decreasing of natural frequency is proportional to the normalized mode shape at position of crack. The exhibited correlation between results for damaged beam revealed that crack damage severity is proportional to zero frequency deflection and inversely proportional to first mode frequency.

J-Integral Analysis of Surface Cracks in Round Bars under Bending Moments

2011 ◽  
Vol 52-54 ◽  
pp. 43-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Al Emran Ismail ◽  
Ahmad Kamal Ariffin ◽  
Shahrum Abdullah ◽  
Mariyam Jameelah Ghazali ◽  
Ruslizam Daud
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Crack Tip ◽  
Bending Moment ◽  
Limit Load ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
Surface Cracks ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Reference Stress ◽  
Proposed Model

This paper presents a non-linear numerical investigation of surface cracks in round bars under bending moment by using ANSYS finite element analysis (FEA). Due to the symmetrical analysis, only quarter finite element (FE) model was constructed and special attention was given at the crack tip of the cracks. The surface cracks were characterized by the dimensionless crack aspect ratio, a/b = 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2, while the dimensionless relative crack depth, a/D = 0.1, 0.2 and 0.3. The square-root singularity of stresses and strains was modeled by shifting the mid-point nodes to the quarter-point locations close to the crack tip. The proposed model was validated with the existing model before any further analysis. The elastic-plastic analysis under remotely applied bending moment was assumed to follow the Ramberg-Osgood relation with n = 5 and 10. J values were determined for all positions along the crack front and then, the limit load was predicted using the J values obtained from FEA through the reference stress method.

scholarly journals Crack Identification and Localization In Structural Beams Using Numerical and Experimental Modal Analysis- A Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 62-68
Keyword(s):  
Modal Analysis ◽  
Natural Frequency ◽  
Structural Damage ◽  
Experimental Modal Analysis ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Crack Identification ◽  
Engineering Structures ◽  
Aircraft Wings ◽  
Crack Location ◽  
Damaged Beams

This article presents a critical review of recent research done on crack identification and localization in structural beams using numerical and experimental modal analysis. Crack identification and localization in beams are very crucial in various engineering applications such as ship propeller shafts, aircraft wings, gantry cranes, and Turbo machinery blades. It is necessary to identify the damage in time; otherwise, there may be serious consequences like a catastrophic failure of the engineering structures. Experimental modal analysis is used to study the vibration characteristics of structures like natural frequency, damping and mode shapes. The modal parameters like natural frequency and mode shapes of undamaged and damaged beams are different. Based on this reason, structural damage can be detected, especially in beams. From the review of various research papers, it is identified that a lot of the research done on beams with open transverse crack. Crack location is identified by tracking variation in natural frequencies of a healthy and cracked beam

Simulation of Thermo-Mechanical Models for Hot Formed Parts by Numerical Experiments

2014 ◽  
Vol 663 ◽  
pp. 668-674
Author(s):  
Azman Senin ◽  
Zulkifli Mohd Nopiah ◽  
Muhammad Jamhuri Jamaludin ◽  
Ahmad Zakaria
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Prediction Accuracy ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Deformation Characteristic ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Forming Limit ◽  
Prototype Model ◽  
New Production ◽  
Element Analysis

The Finite-Element Analysis (FEA) is a prediction methodology that facilitates product designers produced the part design with manufacturing focused. With the similar advantages, manufacturing engineers are capable of build the first actual car model from the new production Draw Die. This approach has eliminated the requirement to manufacture the prototype model from soft tool parts and soft tool press die. However, the prediction accuracy of FEA is a major topic of research work in automotive sector's practitioners and academia as current accuracy level is anticipated at 60%. The objective of works is to assess the prediction accuracy on deformation results from mass production stamped parts. The Finite-element model is developed from the CAD data of the production tools. Subsequently, finite-element model for production tools is discretized with shell elements to avoid computation errors in the simulation process. The sheet blank material with 1.5 mm and 2.0 mm thickness is discredited by shell (2D modeling) and solid elements (3D modeling) respectively. The input parameters for the simulation model for both elements are attained from the actual setup at Press Machine and Production Tool. The analysis of deformation and plastic strain are performed for various setup parameters. Finally, the deformation characteristic such as Forming Limit Diagram (FLD) and thinning are compared for all simulated models.

Parametric Evaluation on the Response of Damaged Simple Supported Structure Under Transit Mass

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shakti P. Jena ◽  
Dayal R. Parhi ◽  
B. Subbaratnam
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Integral Method ◽  
Critical Speed ◽  
Crack Depth ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Simply Supported ◽  
Crack Location ◽  
Integral Converge ◽  
Duhamel Integral ◽  
Ansys Workbench

In the present article, the responses of a double cracked simply supported beam have been investigated. The responses of the structure are determined using Duhamel integral method numerically and validated with finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS WORKBENCH 2015 along with experimental verifications. The mass is moving on the structure in terms of critical speed of the structure. The normalized deflections of the structure at different damaged configurations are calculated. The influences of speed, mass, crack depth and crack location on the structures response are investigated. It is observed that the results obtained from Duhamel integral converge well with FEA and experimental verifications.

Design and Analysis of Foldable Vehicle using Finite Element Simulation

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vikas Radhakrishna Deulgaonkar ◽  
S.N. Belsare ◽  
Naik Shreyas ◽  
Dixit Pratik ◽  
Kulkarni Pranav ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Dynamic Properties ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Vehicle Speed ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Dynamic Stresses ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Vehicle Structure ◽  
Similar Materials ◽  
Good Agreement

Present work deals with evaluation of stress, deflection and dynamic properties of the folded vehicle structure. The folded vehicle in present case is a single seat vehicle intended to carry one person. Design constraints are the folded dimensions of the vehicle and the maximum vehicle speed is limited to 15m/s. Using classical calculations dimensions of the vehicle are devised. Different materials are used for seat, telescopic support and chassis of the foldable vehicle. computer aided model is prepared using CATIA software. Finite element analysis of the foldable vehicle has been carried out to evaluate the static and dynamic stresses induced in the vehicle components. Meshing of the foldable vehicle is carried using Ansys Workbench. From modal analysis six mode shapes of the foldable vehicle are formulated, corresponding frequencies and deflections are devised. Mesh generator is used to mesh the foldable vehicle. The deflection and frequency magnitudes of foldable vehicle evaluated are in good agreement with the experimental results available in literature for similar materials.

Design for Desired Mode Shapes: Preliminary Results

1998 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth K. Lai ◽  
G. K. Ananthasuresh
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Feasibility Study ◽  
Mode Shape ◽  
Longitudinal Axis ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Structural Members ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Made In

Abstract This paper is concerned with the shape optimization of structures to attain prescribed normal mode shapes. Optimizing structural members in order to have desired mode shapes, besides the desired natural frequencies, is of interest in some applications at both macro and micro scales. After reviewing the relevant past work on the “inverse mode shape” problem, a feasibility study using the lumped spring-mass models and finite element models of an axially vibrating bar is presented. Based on the observations made in the feasibility study with bars, a meaningful optimization problem is formulated and solved. Using finite element analysis and numerical optimization, a method for designing beam-like structures for prescribed mode shapes is developed. The method is demonstrated with an example of designing the cross-sectional area profile of a beam along its longitudinal axis to get a desired fundamental mode shape. The nonuniqueness of the solution is noted and avenues for future research are identified.

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