scholarly journals Comparison of Internal Forces Redistribution and Displacements Subjected to the Dynamic Wind Gusts depending of Point Fixed Glass Connector Model Shape

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krzysztof Kuliński ◽  
Przemysław Palacz
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Numerical Models ◽  
Glass Plate ◽  
Wind Pressure ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Wind Gusts ◽  
Maximum Value ◽  
Internal Forces ◽  
Different Shapes

This paper presents an analysis of the redistribution of stresses and displacements in numerical models of various shapes of glass connectors. Two states of dynamic wind gusts were analyzed: the maximum value of suction and the maximum value of wind pressure. For the sake of simplicity, wind gusts were assumed periodically as a sinusoidal function. The model adopts a rectangular glass plate that transmits wind pressure and suction through the point fixed glass connectors. Therefore, single-arm cross connectors were not only subjected to bending stress, but also to torsion. Four different shapes of connectors were analyzed. In the first part of the numerical analysis, T-shaped and C-shaped cross-sections were adopted, and in the next part, both connectors were modified by adding fillet welds to the models. The dynamic numerical analysis was performed using the finite element method in the ADINA program.

scholarly journals NUMERICAL ANALYSIS OF CORRUGATED STEEL PLATE BRIDGE WITH REINFORCED CONCRETE RELIEVING SLAB

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 585-596 ◽  
Author(s):  
Damian BEBEN ◽  
Adam STRYCZEK
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Steel Plate ◽  
Numerical Models ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Bridge Engineering ◽  
Steel Plates ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Calculation Results ◽  
Rc Slab

The paper presents a numerical analysis of corrugated steel plate (CSP) bridge with reinforced concrete (RC) relieving slab under static loads. Calculations were made based on the finite element method using Abaqus software. Two computation models were used; in the first one, RC slab was used, and the other was without it. The effect of RC slab to deformations of CSP shell was determined. Comparing the computational results from two numerical models, it can be concluded that when the relieving slab is applied, substantial reductions in displacements, stresses, bending mo­ments and axial thrusts are achieved. Relative reductions of displacements were in the range of 53–66%, and stresses of 73–82%. Maximum displacements and bending moments were obtained at the shell crown, and maximum stresses and axial thrusts at the quarter points. The calculation results were also compared to the values from experimental tests. The course of computed displacements and stresses is similar to those obtained from experimental tests, although the absolute values were generally higher than the measured ones. Results of numerical analyses can be useful for bridge engineering, with particular regard to bridges and culverts made from corrugated steel plates for the range of necessity of using additional relieving elements.

scholarly journals Double-arm steel connector of glass façades

2019 ◽  
Vol 97 ◽  
pp. 06012
Author(s):  
Izabela Major ◽  
Maciej Major ◽  
Zbigniew Respondek
Keyword(s):  
Load Distribution ◽  
Dynamic Effect ◽  
Wind Pressure ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Additional Element ◽  
Wind Gusts ◽  
Rectangular Element ◽  
Glass Facade ◽  
Maximum Stresses ◽  
Glass Façade

This paper presents a numerical analysis of a steel double-arm connector, according to the authors’ solution, designed for fixation of glass façades. The analysis was carried out in order to obtain a distribution of stresses and displacements, on the basis of which global displacements and maximum stresses were determined. An additional element of the solution was the use of the M8 bolt, as a linking element of the steel walls of both arms. The numerical simulation was performed using the ADINA program, which is based on the finite element method (FEM). The dynamic effect of wind gusts on the glass façade was assumed, taking into account both wind pressure and suction. The adoption of a rectangular element of the glass façade causes an unfavorable load distribution at the connection point. The conducted research allowed to determine displacements and stresses in a steel connector made of S355JR steel. The applicability of the proposed solution for glass façades with a height of up to 100 m has been demonstrated.

Numerical Analysis of a Rigid Node of a Spatial Timber Frame Made of Structural Elements with Built-up Cross-Sections

2013 ◽  
Vol 778 ◽  
pp. 639-646 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina E. Lanivschi ◽  
Alexandru Secu ◽  
Gabriela M. Atanasiu
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Finite Elements ◽  
Elastic Properties ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Structural Elements ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Timber Frame ◽  
One Step ◽  
Internal Forces

Considering wood currently used in construction domain, it may be observed that it possesses good strengths, but reduced modules of elasticity. This drawback may be prevented by creating structures with rigid nodes or by using hybrid or composed cross-sections for the structural elements.The paper consists of numerical analysis of a timber frame with rigid nodes, assuming composed cross-sections for the structural elements, made of four props with cross-sectional dimensions of 0.1x0.1 m each - for columns and two chords of 0.1x0.1 m each - for beams.Analyzing this type of structures by considering equivalent cross sections` properties of the structural elements, the real phenomena may not be covered, since it doesn`t consider all elastic characteristics of wood, resulting in different stress` distribution in the structural elements.The analyze of this structure considering both real solid cross-sections and all elastic properties of wood by using specialized software, leads to a laborious work because of the high number of finite elements. Thereby, a two-step analysis is proposed: the first one consists in solving the spatial timber frame with bar type finite elements and the elastic properties parallel to the grain, as provided by design codes. In the second step, an intermediary node is detached and loaded with the internal forces obtained from the first step, considering all elastic parameters of wood and using solid type finite elements.Currently, in the design process, only the first step in performed. The two-step analysis aims to compare the results with those obtained using the strength of materials methods, relieving the necessary corrections in the case of one-step design process.

scholarly journals Flexural Damage of Honeycomb Paperboard—A Numerical and Experimental Study

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 2601
Author(s):  
Leszek Czechowski ◽  
Wojciech Śmiechowicz ◽  
Gabriela Kmita-Fudalej ◽  
Włodzimierz Szewczyk
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Numerical Models ◽  
Maximum Load ◽  
Failure Criteria ◽  
Orthotropic Materials ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Damage Prediction ◽  
Stress Maximum ◽  
Lower Maximum ◽  
Panel Thickness

This paper presents an experimental and numerical analysis using the finite element method (FEM) of the bending of honeycomb-core panel. Segments of honeycomb paperboard of several thicknesses were subjected to four-point flexure tests to determine their bending stiffness and maximum load. Several mechanical properties of orthotropic materials were taken into account to account for the experimental results. The numerical analysis of the damage prediction was conducted by using well-known failure criteria such as maximum stress, maximum strain and Tsai-Wu. The present study revealed how to model the honeycomb panel to obtain curves close to experimental ones. This approach can be useful for modelling more complex structures made of honeycomb paperboard. Moreover, thanks to the use of variously shaped cells in numerical models, i.e., the shape of a regular hexagon and models with a real shape of the core cell, results of the calculation were comparable with the results of the measurements. It turned out that the increase of maximum loads and rise in stiffness for studied samples were almost either linearly proportional or quadratically proportional as a function of the panel thickness, respectively. On the basis of failure criteria, slightly lower maximum loads were attained in a comparison to empiric maximum loads.

scholarly journals Numerical analysis of static behavior of caisson-type quay wall deepened by grouting rubble-mound

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anh-Dan Nguyen ◽  
Young-Sang Kim ◽  
Gyeong-O Kang ◽  
Hui-Jin Kim
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Water Depth ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Static Behavior ◽  
The Past ◽  
Common Structure ◽  
Quay Wall ◽  
Different Shapes ◽  
Rubble Mound ◽  
Maximum Contact

AbstractCaisson type gravity quay wall is a common structure used in the coastal regions. However, many of the existing quay walls constructed in the past are becoming obsolete. Therefore, the main goal of this study is to enhance the performance of these quay walls by increasing the front water depth. To deepen the water depth, a special grout type is ejected to solidify the rubble mound under the caisson toe, then excavating a part of the rubble placed in front of the caisson to the designed level. Various cases with different shapes and dimensions are proposed to optimize the grouted area. Based on the examination of stability and construction feasibility, the reasonable geometry and area of grouted rubble can be selected. In addition, the numerical analysis is performed by the Finite Element Method (FEM) program (PLAXIS 2D) to expect the behavior of the quay wall and grouted rubble. The results demonstrate that after upgrading, the maximum contact stress between caisson and rubble mound increases sharply, but the stress at the bottom of grouted rubble does not change in comparison prior to innovation. The analysis also indicates that when the Hardening Soil (HS) model is applied, the displacement of the quay wall is higher than that of the Mohr–Coulomb soil (MC) model.

scholarly journals Comparison of Screening Configurations for the Mitigation of Voltages and Currents Induced on Pipelines by HVAC Power Lines

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (13) ◽  
pp. 3855
Author(s):  
Arturo Popoli ◽  
Leonardo Sandrolini ◽  
Andrea Cristofolini
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Detrimental Effect ◽  
Power Line ◽  
Skin Depth ◽  
Power Lines ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
3D Finite Element ◽  
Different Shapes ◽  
High Magnetic Permeability

In this paper, a strategy for reducing the electromagnetic interferences induced by power lines on metallic pipelines is proposed and numerically investigated. The study considers a set of steel conductors interposed between the power line and the pipeline. Different shapes of conductor cross sections and different magnetic permeabilities are considered, to identify the solution exhibiting the greatest mitigation efficiency for the same amount of material. The investigation is carried out by means of a quasi-3D finite element analysis. Results show that the main mechanism responsible for the mitigation is constituted by the currents induced in the screening conductors by the power line. Hence, a high magnetic permeability can have a detrimental effect since it reduces the skin depth to values below the size of the screening conductor. In this case, a reduction of the screening current and in the mitigation efficiency is observed. Nevertheless, the study shows that the use of strip-shaped screening conductors allows the employment of cheaper magnetic materials without compromising the mitigation efficacy of the screening conductors.

scholarly journals Numerical Evaluation of Structural Safety of Linear Actuator for Flap Control of Aircraft Based on Airworthiness Standard

Aerospace ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 104
Author(s):  
Dong-Hyeop Kim ◽  
Young-Cheol Kim ◽  
Sang-Woo Kim
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Analysis ◽  
Analytical Method ◽  
Safety Evaluation ◽  
Experimental Tests ◽  
Structural Safety ◽  
Linear Actuator ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Margin Of Safety ◽  
Verification Methodology ◽  
The Given

Airworthiness standards of Korea recommend verifying structural safety by experimental tests and analytical methods, owing to the development of analysis technology. In this study, we propose a methodology to verify the structural safety of aircraft components based on airworthiness requirements using an analytical method. The structural safety and fatigue integrity of a linear actuator for flap control of aircraft was evaluated through numerical analysis. The static and fatigue analyses for the given loads obtained from the multibody dynamics analysis were performed using the finite element method. Subsequently, the margin of safety and vulnerable area were acquired and the feasibility of the structural safety evaluation using the analytical method was confirmed. The proposed numerical analysis method in this study can be adopted as an analytical verification methodology for the airworthiness standards of civilian aircraft in Korea.

Evaporation and Viscous Flow in Triangular Grooves in Micro Heat Pipes

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mulugeta Markos ◽  
Vladimir S. Ajaev ◽  
G. M. Homsy
Keyword(s):  
Cross Section ◽  
Flow Rate ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Wedge Angle ◽  
Heat Pipes ◽  
Type Model ◽  
Pressure Gradients ◽  
Maximum Value ◽  
Dry Out ◽  
Micro Heat Pipes

We develop a lubrication type model of a liquid flow in a wedge in the limit of small capillary numbers and negligible gravity. The model incorporates the effects of capillary pressure gradients and evaporation. Steady vapor-liquid interface shapes are found for a range of parameters. In the limit of weak evaporation the flow is the same in all cross-sections and can be controlled by changing the wedge angle. We find the wedge angle that results in the maximum value of the flow rate for a given contact angle. For high evaporation rates, both the flow rate and the amount of liquid in each cross-section along the wedge decrease until the point of dry-out is reached. The location of the dry-out point is studied as a function of evaporation. Practical suggestions about optimization of micro heat pipes are given.

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