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2011

Mechanical Engineering

Finite element method

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Probabilistic Structural And Thermal Analysis Of A Gasketed Flange, Atul G. Tanawade Jan 2011

Probabilistic Structural And Thermal Analysis Of A Gasketed Flange, Atul G. Tanawade

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Performance of a flange joint is characterized mainly by its 'strength' and 'sealing capability'. A number of analytical and experimental studies have been conducted to study these characteristics under internal pressure loading. However, with the advent of new technological trends for high temperature and pressure applications, an increased demand for analysis is recognized. The effect of steady-state thermal loading makes the problem more complex as it leads to combined application of internal pressure and temperature. Structural and thermal analysis of a gasketed flange was computationally simulated by a finite element method and probabilistically evaluated in view of the several uncertainties …


Probabilistic Stress Analysis Of Circular Fins Of Different Profiles, Sridhar Madhira Venkata Jan 2011

Probabilistic Stress Analysis Of Circular Fins Of Different Profiles, Sridhar Madhira Venkata

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The temperature distribution and thermal Stresses induced by a temperature difference for steady state heat transfer in silicon carbide (SiC) ceramic tube heat exchanger with circular fins was computationally simulated by a finite element method and probabilistically evaluated in view of the several uncertainties in the performance parameters. Cumulative distribution functions and sensitivity factors were computed for Hoop and Radial stresses due to the structural and thermodynamic random variables. These results are used to identify the most critical design variables in order to optimize the design and make it cost effective. The probabilistic analysis leads to the selection of the …


Fea Analysis Of Novel Design Of Cylindrical Roller Bearing, Prasanna Subbarao Bhamidipati Jan 2011

Fea Analysis Of Novel Design Of Cylindrical Roller Bearing, Prasanna Subbarao Bhamidipati

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This work presents a finite element stress analysis of a novel design of cylindrical roller. The focus of this study is to create a uniform contact-stress distribution along the length of the roller and to recommend a roller bearing design which is easier to fabricate. The new design relies on creating symmetric cylindrical cavities at both ends of a roller. The cavity is concentric with the main body of the roller. The new roller design reduces overall mass of the typical assembly with helps to improve bearing life and its overall performance. The FEA results published herein shows that new …