Radial Truck Tire Inflation Analysis: Theory and Experiment

1981 ◽  
Vol 54 (4) ◽  
pp. 751-766 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. H. Kennedy ◽  
H. P. Patel ◽  
M. S. McMinn

Abstract The finite element method is a useful tool in the design process to give deformations, strains and stresses in tires when they are loaded. To show this, a geometrically nonlinear, materially homogeneous, and generally orthotropic finite element model is described and used in the inflation analysis of radial truck tires. The element, a linear strain axisymmetric triangle, has three displacement degrees of freedom at each node in order to correctly model the three-dimensional states of strain and stress present in generally orthotropic structures. Two radial truck tires, a tube-type 10.00R20 and a tubeless 11R22.5, are analyzed both experimentally and analytically for inflation loading. Experimentally, cord forces are measured by cord force transducers, belt edge interply shear strain is measured by a pin rotation technique, sidewall growth is measured by a laser profilometer, and sidewall strains are measured with liquid metal strain gages. These values are compared with those predicted by the finite element model. The model works well for the tube-type 10.00R20 tire and above the mid-sidewall of the tubeless 11R22.5 tire. Further work needs to be done on the lower sidewall and bead area portions of the 11R22.5 tire model. The finite element model and solution procedure for the 11R22.5 radial truck tire is used for trend predictions. Several tire construction features, belt bias angle, belt end count, body ply end count, and bell skim stock modulus are varied, and their effect on inflation growth, strains and cord forces are predicted. The largest effect on inflation behavior was variation of the belt bias angle. The other features had minor effects. These predicted trends are important in giving the design engineer direction in creating new tire types or modifying current designs.

1999 ◽  
Vol 122 (3) ◽  
pp. 569-575 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alejandro Felix ◽  
Shreyes N. Melkote ◽  
Yoichi Matsumoto

This paper addresses the modeling and prediction of the normal holding force in an electromagnetic chuck used in precision machining applications. Knowledge of the normal holding force is necessary to determine if a given chuck is capable of preventing workpiece slip during machining. First, an analytic model termed the magnetic circuit model was developed and compared with experimental holding force data. It was found that this model, although simple in form, was limited in its ability to accurately predict the holding force over the entire range of conditions investigated. The discrepancies in the model were attributed to its inability to accurately model the leakage flux and nonuniform distribution of the magnetic flux. A three-dimensional finite element model was then developed to overcome these limitations. Predictions with this model were found to be in better agreement with experiments, yielding prediction errors within 25 percent in most cases. The finite element model also provided an explanation for the observed decrease in the measured holding force at current values beyond a certain threshold. [S1087-1357(00)01503-3]


2014 ◽  
Vol 551 ◽  
pp. 444-447
Author(s):  
Sheng Lin ◽  
Xi Kong ◽  
Chun Wang

Based on the method of Freedom and Constraint Topology (FACT), a compliant mechanism with 3 degrees of freedom is designed. The 3 DOF are one movement and two rotations, which belongs to Case 3, Type 2. The whole stiffness matrix of the compliant mechanism is obtained. The finite element model is established for statics analysis. The results of theory analysis and finite element method are closed.


2011 ◽  
Vol 317-319 ◽  
pp. 2373-2377
Author(s):  
Guo Juan Shang ◽  
Gen Li Shan ◽  
Xi Juan Qi

Based on sufficient market research, a new model of self-unloading semi-trailer, whose maximum loading capacity is 30 tons, has been designed. The paper describes its overall structure, the three-dimensional diorama model and the finite element model of the frame. Based on the analysis of the models and the results of the calculation, the parameters of the frame are optimized. The advantages of the new design are as follows: the new design makes the most of the advantages of self-unloading trailers and semi-trailers, that is, self-unloading, security, stability, high efficiency, environmental protection.


2011 ◽  
Vol 101-102 ◽  
pp. 1002-1005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jing Zhao ◽  
Li Qun Lu

The process of multi-wedge cross wedge rolling is an advanced precision technology for forming long shaft parts such as automobile semi-axes. Three-dimensional solid model and the finite element model of semi-axes on automobile and dies of its cross wedge rolling were established. The process of cross wedge rolling was simulated according to the actual dimension of semi-axes on automobile utilizing the finite element method (FEM)software ANSYS/LS-DYNA. The required force parameters for designing semi-axes mill are determined. The appropriate roller width was determined according to the length and diameter of semi-axes on automobile. The results have provided the basis for the design of specific structure of automobile semi-axes cross wedge rolling mill.


2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 121
Author(s):  
Aykut Uray ◽  
Hasan Selim Şengel ◽  
Serdar Çarbaş

In this study, non-destructive tests and laboratory tests were carried out in order to determine the material properties in Iznik Yeşil Mosque, Iznik District, Bursa Province. For the purpose of determining the soil characteristics of the building, the soil survey studies conducted in the Iznik Yeşil Mosque area were investigated. The finite element model was formed by making a three dimensional model study of the structure. With the finite element model, static analysis, modal analysis and behavioral spectrum analysis were performed under vertical loads in order to collect data for the damaged areas of the structure.


Author(s):  
Wangbai Pan ◽  
Guoan Tang ◽  
Meiyan Zhang

In this paper, a novel and efficient modal analysis method is raised to work on blisk structures based on mixed-dimension finite element model (MDFEM). The blade and the disk are modeled separately. The blade model is figured by 3D solid elements considering its complex configuration and its degrees-of-freedom (DOFs) are condensed by dynamic substructural method. Meanwhile, the disk is structured by 2D axisymmetric element developed specially in this paper. The DOFs of entire blisk are tremendously reduced by this modeling approach. The key idea of this method is derivation of displacement compatibility to different dimensional models. Mechanical energy equivalence and summation further contribute to the model synthesis and modal analysis of blade and disk. This method has been successfully applied on the modal analysis of blisk structures in turbine, which reveals its effectiveness and proves that this method reduces the computational time expenses while maintaining the precision performances of full 3D model. Though there is limitation that structure should have proper coverage of blades, this method is still feasible for most blisks in engineering practice.


1993 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 257-269 ◽  
Author(s):  
R.L. Kushwaha

A non-linear finite element model was developed for three dimensional soil cutting by tillage tools. A hyperbolic constitutive relation for soil was used in the model. Analysis was carried out to simulate soil cutting with rectangular flat and triangular tillage blades at different rake angles and with curved blades. Interface elements were used to model the adhesion and the friction between soil and blade surface. Soil forces obtained from the finite element model for the straight blades were verified with the results from laboratory tillage tests in the soil bin. The finite element model predicted draft force accurately for both tillage tools. Results indicated that the draft was a function of rake angle, tool shape and the curvature.


1990 ◽  
Vol 112 (3) ◽  
pp. 312-320 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Schwibinger ◽  
R. Nordmann

Large steam-turbine generators in operation may be stimulated to torsional vibrations by dynamic moments at the generator due to electrical system transients. The induced torsional stresses in the shaft have drawn growing attention over the past few years. To solve the torsional vibration problem the turbogenerator shaft is modelled by the finite element method. This paper presents the results for a 600 MW turbogenerator set. To verify the quality of the used finite element model measurements were carried out and compared with the analytical results. For some applications it is desirable to have a torsional model with a reduced number of degrees of freedom, which reproduces the finite element model only in the lower eigenfrequencies and modes. This paper describes a method on how to find the most accurate reduced torsional model with discrete masses and springs from the finite element model.


Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (9) ◽  
pp. 2121
Author(s):  
Jianpeng Wu ◽  
Liyong Wang ◽  
Le Li ◽  
Yuechao Shu ◽  
Li Yang ◽  
...  

Local high temperature, stress concentration, and abnormal friction coefficients will appear at the friction pair in a wet clutch as a result of surface topography real-time changing. In order to improve the reliability of clutch friction components and reduce the failure phenomenon, the three-dimensional fractal surface topography data of the actual rough surface asperities are scanned, extracted, and processed successively, and then the finite element model of the rotary sliding friction pair is established considering the micro surface topography. Based on the finite element model, the variation of surface stress and strain is analyzed, and the friction coefficient measured experimentally is taken as the model input. It is concluded that when the rough surface and smooth surface make contact with each other, the maximum stress and plastic strain appear at the inner radius edge. Therefore, this research has a guiding significance for the structural design and processing technology of the friction components in a vehicle clutch.


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