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2. A three-dimensional finite-strain phenomenological model for shape-memory polymers: Formulation, numerical simulations, and comparison with experimental data.
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Boatti, Elisa, Scalet, Giulia, and Auricchio, Ferdinando
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SHAPE memory polymers , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *FINITE element method , *COMPUTER simulation , *MATHEMATICAL models , *NUMERICAL analysis - Abstract
Shape-memory polymers (SMPs) represent a class of smart materials able to store a temporary shape and to recover the original shape upon an external stimulus, such as temperature. The present paper proposes a three-dimensional finite-strain phenomenological model for thermo-responsive SMPs, which distinguishes between two material phases presenting different properties and is based on a rule of mixtures. The proposed model is motivated by the earlier work of Reese et al. (2010) and it considers several significant material features that had not been addressed in previous phenomenological approaches. Specifically, the model reproduces both heating-stretching-cooling and cold drawing shape-fixing procedures and it takes into account the non-ideal behavior of realistic SMPs (i.e. imperfect shape-fixing and incomplete shape-recovery). Several numerical tests are reported to assess model performances, from simple uniaxial and biaxial tests to complex simulations of biomedical devices. Comparisons with experimental data taken from the literature are also provided to validate the model. The proposed improvements increase the model applicability over a wide range of polymer types and operating conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
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3. A Simplified Inverse Approach for the Simulation of Axi-Symmetrical Cold Forging Process.
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Halouani, A., Li, Y. M., Abbès, B., and Guo, Y. Q.
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COMPUTER simulation , *FORGING , *MATHEMATICAL models , *INVERSE functions , *MATERIAL plasticity , *ALGORITHMS , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *FINITE element method , *NUMERICAL calculations - Abstract
This paper presents the formulation of an axi-symmetric element based on an efficient method called 'Inverse Approach' (I.A.) for the numerical modeling of cold forging process. In contrast to the classical incremental methods, the Inverse Approach exploits the known shape of the final part and executes the calculation from the final part to the initial billet. The assumptions of the proportional loading and the simplified tool actions make the I.A. calculation very fast. The metal's incompressibility is ensured by the penalty method. The comparison with ABAQUS® and FORGE® shows the efficiency and limitations of the I.A. This simplified method will be a good tool for the preliminary preform design. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2011
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4. Influence of Punch Geometry on Process Parameters in Cold Backward Extrusion.
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Plancˇak, M., Barisˇic, B., Car, Z., and Movrin, D.
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METAL extrusion , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *FINITE element method , *SURFACES (Technology) , *COMPUTER simulation , *ELASTOPLASTICITY , *MATHEMATICAL models - Abstract
In cold extrusion of steel tools make direct contact with the metal to be extruded. Those tools are exposed to high contact stresses which, in certain cases, may be limiting factors in applying this technology. The present paper was bound to the influence of punch head design on radial stress at the container wall in the process of cold backward extrusion. Five different punch head geometries were investigated. Radial stress on the container wall was measured by pin load cell technique. Special tooling for the experimental investigation was designed and made. Process has been analyzed also by FE method. 2D models of tools were obtained by UGS NX and for FE analysis Simufact Forming GP software was used. Obtained results (experimental and obtained by FE) were compared and analyzed. Optimal punch head geometry has been suggested. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2011
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5. Finite element modeling of ballistic impact on multi-layer Kevlar 49 fabrics.
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Zhu, Deju, Vaidya, Aditya, Mobasher, Barzin, and Rajan, Subramaniam D.
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POLYPHENYLENETEREPHTHALAMIDE , *FINITE element method , *BALLISTIC fabrics , *MATHEMATICAL models , *MULTILAYERS , *COMPUTER software , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *COMPUTER simulation - Abstract
Abstract: This paper presents a material model suitable for simulating the behavior of dry fabrics subjected to ballistic impact. The developed material model is implemented in a commercial explicit finite element (FE) software LS-DYNA through a user defined material subroutine (UMAT). The constitutive model is developed using data from uniaxial quasi-static and high strain rate tension tests, picture frame tests and friction tests. Different finite element modeling schemes using shell finite elements are used to study efficiency and accuracy issues. First, single FE layer (SL) and multiple FE layers (ML) were used to simulate the ballistic tests conducted at NASA Glenn Research Center (NASA-GRC). Second, in the multiple layer configuration, a new modeling approach called Spiral Modeling Scheme (SMS) was tried and compared to the existing Concentric Modeling Scheme (CMS). Regression analyses were used to fill missing experimental data – the shear properties of the fabric, damping coefficient and the parameters used in Cowper-Symonds (CS) model which account for strain rate effect on material properties, in order to achieve close match between FE simulations and experimental data. The difference in absorbed energy by the fabric after impact, displacement of fabric near point of impact, and extent of damage were used as metrics for evaluating the material model. In addition, the ballistic limits of the multi-layer fabrics for various configurations were also determined. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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- 2014
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6. Hydrogen-assisted stress corrosion cracking simulation using the stress-modified fracture strain model.
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Kim, Nak-Hyun, Oh, Chang-Sik, Kim, Yun-Jae, Yoon, Kee-Bong, and Ma, Young-Wha
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STRESS corrosion cracking , *HYDROGEN , *COMPUTER simulation , *FRACTURE mechanics , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *MATHEMATICAL models , *FINITE element method , *DISPLACEMENT (Mechanics) - Abstract
This paper proposes a numerical method to simulate hydrogen-assisted stress corrosion cracking, via coupled diffusion elastic-plastic finite element damage analyses based on phenomenological stress-modified fracture strain model. For validation, simulated results using the proposed method are compared with published experimental data of FeE 690T compact tension tests under air and hydrogen condition with various constant load-line displacement rates. The simulated results agree well with experimental data. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2012
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7. Modeling of a 4DOF precise positioning stage by finite element method.
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Augustinavičius, G. and Čereška, A.
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MATHEMATICAL models , *DEGREES of freedom , *FINITE element method , *ROTATIONAL motion , *JOINTS (Engineering) , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *COMPUTER simulation , *COMPUTER software - Abstract
This paper proposes a novel 4DOF precise positioning stage on the rotational platform for the calibration of the rotary encoder's raster scales. The 4DOF precise positioning stage is featured with flexure-based joints and mechanical actuation mechanisms. The flexure-based joints for required motion were optimised. Their performances in terms of maximum and minimum output displacements, maximum stress and resonant frequency have been evaluated via finite element analysis approach, using SolidWorks Simulation software package. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2012
8. Dynamic Response of Cable-Supported Façades Subjected to High-Level Air Blast Loads: Numerical Simulations and Mitigation Techniques.
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Amadio, Claudio and Bedon, Chiara
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CABLE-stayed bridges , *COMPUTER simulation , *FINITE element method , *BLAST effect , *MATHEMATICAL models , *NONLINEAR dynamical systems , *STRAINS & stresses (Mechanics) , *AXIAL loads - Abstract
A glazing façade subjected to blast loads has a structural behaviour that strongly differs from the typical response of a glazing system subjected to ordinary loads. Consequently, sophisticated modelling techniques are required to identify correctly its criticalities. The paper investigates the behaviour of a cable-supported façade subjected to high-level blast loading. Nonlinear dynamic analyses are performed in ABAQUS/Explicit using a sophisticated FE-model (M01), calibrated to dynamic experimental and numerical results. The structural effects of the total design blast impulse, as well as only its positive phase, are analyzed. At the same time, the possible cracking of glass panels is taken into account, since this phenomenon could modify the response of the entire façade. Finally, deep investigations are dedicated to the bearing cables, since subjecting them to elevated axial forces and their collapse could compromise the integrity of the cladding wall. Based on results of previous studies, frictional devices differently applied at their ends are presented to improve the response of the façade under the impact of a high-level explosion. Structural effects of various solutions are highlighted through dynamic simulations. Single vertical devices, if appropriately calibrated, allow reducing significantly the axial forces in cables, and lightly the tensile stresses in glass panes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2012
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