Dynamic performance analysis of a seismically isolated bridge under braking force

In order to study the dynamic performance of seismically isolated bridges under the most unfavorable loads in the longitudinal direction, a dynamic equation for vehicle braking in the longitudinal direction is established. A four or five- order Runge-Kutta method is adopted to obtain the time-history response of a wheel set under braking force. The quadratic discretization method is then used to transform this time-history into a braking and bending force time-history of a structural fixed node, and a dynamic response analysis of the seismically isolated bridge under the vehicle＇s braking force is carried out using ANSYS, a universal finite element analysis software. According to the results, seismic isolation design results in a more rational distribution of braking force among piers; the influence of the initial braking velocity on the vehicle braking force is negligible; the location where the first wheel set leaves the bridge is the most unfavorable parking location; a seismic isolation bridge bearing constructed according to typical design methods enters into a yield stage under the braking force, while the shearing force at the bottom of the pier declines as the isolation period is extended; the design requirements can be met when the yield displacement of the seismic isolation bearing is less than 5 mm and the yield strength is greater than the braking force.

Indirect measurement technology of new energy vehicles? braking force under dynamic braking conditions

Currently,direct braking-force measurement under dynamic conditions requires a considerable modification to the vehicles and has poor compatibility because there are many types of vehicles.Thus,in this paper,an indirect measurement method of new-energy vehicles,braking force under dynamic braking conditions is proposed.The mechanical wheel and axle model at low/idling/high speeds is established using the piston-pressure formula,force transfer in the brake-wheel cylinder,relative movement between the wheel and the roller,among others.On this basis,the relationship between wheel braking force and roller-linear acceleration is further derived.Our method does not alter existing vehicle structures or sensor types.The standard sealing bolt is temporarily replaced with a hydraulic sensor for coefficient calibration.Afterward,the braking force can be indirectly calculated using the roller-linear velocity data.The method has characteristics of efficiency and high accuracy without refitting vehicles.

Research on Long Stroke Moving Secondary Permanent Magnet Linear Eddy Current Brake

In this paper,a long stroke moving secondary permanent magnet linear eddy current brake is proposed.Without exciting coils,the permanent magnet eddy current brake possesses the advantage of saving copper and better reliability.The topology and operating principle are presented.The mathematical model was derived with the layer theory.The braking force characteristic was analyzed using the finite element method.The structural parameters of the long stroke moving secondary permanent magnet linear eddy current brake were studied by referring the design progress of the other types of eddy current brakes.Finally,a prototype of long stroke moving secondary permanent magnet linear eddy current brake was built and tested,and the experimental result verifies the correctness of the above analysis.

Advantages and dynamics of urban agglomeration development on Yangtze River Delta

Urban agglomeration on Yangtze River Delta （UA-YRD） had some advantages in the aspects of water, land, ecological environment, location and transportation. Relying on the resource-environment bases and other advantages, UA-YRD has achieved great development. Based on index system and model of comprehensive evaluation, the paper calculates the development level of UA-YRD since 1978. The result shows that from 1978 to 2007, the development level increased year by year at development could be divided into three an annual rate of 0.0333, and the process of stages, i.e. low-speed development stage （1978-1991）, rapid development stage （1991-2000）, and high-speed development stage （2000-2007）. The speeds are 0.0083, 0.0356 and 0.0766, respectively. During the 30-year development, foreign economic activity has the greatest effect on development, followed by transportation, industrial economic activity and telecommunication （in order）. Additionally, different driving forces have different effects in different stages. The paper suggests that more attention should be paid to the high-speed development stage and the important driving forces to drive its development. At the same time, the limitation of resource and environment should not be neglected and a long effective mechanism needs to be established to sustain harmonious development among the UA development, resource utilization and environmental protection. Some comparative studies should be carried out urgently to support and promote sustainable development of UA effectively, especially towards evolution, driving forces and braking forces.