The construction efficiency and quality of tunnel boring machines(TBMs)is largely determined by the service life of cutting tools,which is the result of contact loads in the crushed zone between cutter ring and rock.I...The construction efficiency and quality of tunnel boring machines(TBMs)is largely determined by the service life of cutting tools,which is the result of contact loads in the crushed zone between cutter ring and rock.In this paper,a series of rock breaking tests were conducted with a 216 mm diameter disc cutter and concrete samples.Based on the superposition principle,the distribution of contact loads between disc cutter and rock were obtained by using the truncated singular value decomposition(TSVD).The results show that both the peak value and the whole numerical distribution of the radial strains on the cutter ring increase with the increase of the penetration.The distribution curves of the contact loads show an approximate parabola going downwards,which indicates contact loads are more concentrated.The front non-loading area with a ratio from 1.8%to 5.4%shows an increasing trend with the increase of penetration.However,the change of rear non-loading area is not obvious.It is believed that the conclusions have guidance for the study of rock breaking mechanism and manufacturing process of the disc cutter.展开更多
In this paper, the axisymmetric general solutions of transversely isotropic magnetoelectroelastic media are expressed with four harmonic displacement functions at first. Then, based on the solutions, the analytical th...In this paper, the axisymmetric general solutions of transversely isotropic magnetoelectroelastic media are expressed with four harmonic displacement functions at first. Then, based on the solutions, the analytical three-dimensional solutions are provided for a simply supported magnetoelectroelastic circular plate subjected to uniform loads. Finally, the example of circular plate is presented.展开更多
Intervertebral disc flexibility is influenced by lifestyle, loading history, trauma, preexisting conditions, age and degeneration. With regard to degeneration, intervertebral discs become less flexible and stiffer. In...Intervertebral disc flexibility is influenced by lifestyle, loading history, trauma, preexisting conditions, age and degeneration. With regard to degeneration, intervertebral discs become less flexible and stiffer. In this study, a testing protocol using bending and torsion loading was developed to gain the flexibility curves and stiffness often cadaveric lumbar discs. Measurements of rotation in the sagittal plane (flexion-extension), coronal plane (right-lefl lateral bending) and transverse plane (torsion) due to a 5 N-m load are reported. Results show that overall normal discs are more flexible and behave in a nonlinear fashion. The testing results were used in a develop t'mite element model of an intervertebral disc to investigate the stresses and strains in the disc components: annulus fibrosus and nucleus pulposus with regard to degeneration. Simulation of bending and torsion loadings show large strains in the annulus and nucleus from a normal disc, in contrast higher stresses develop in the annulus from a degenerated disc. The proposed methodology is novel, versatile, functional and economic with implications in bioengineering, medical sciences and the clinical field.展开更多
Objective: To compare the influence of normal and degenerative discs on stress distribution of the thoracolumbar vertebrae under destructive load, explore the biomechanical background and clinical meaning and provide ...Objective: To compare the influence of normal and degenerative discs on stress distribution of the thoracolumbar vertebrae under destructive load, explore the biomechanical background and clinical meaning and provide theoretical basis for clinical diagnosis and treatment. Methods: A mechanical model of thoracolumbar motion segment of normal and degenerative discs was built with a three dimensional finite element method and three stresses of vertical compression, compressive flexion and distractive flexion were comparatively analyzed. Results: With vertical compression and compressive flexion loads, the thoracolumbar motion segment of the normal disc showed that the central part of the upper and lower end plates of the vertebrae and the central part of the trabecular bone adjacent to the end plate were loaded with the most intensive stresses, meanwhile, the postero lateral part of the annulus fibrosus was concentrated with stresses. Degenerative disc showed that the stress distribution of the trabecular bone was relatively averaged, the stresses of the central part adjacent to the end plate were low, while at the same time, the stresses of the peripheral part were elevated relatively. With distraction flexion load, the stresses of the cortex bone, trabecular bone, end plate and annulus fibrosus of the thoracolumbar vertebrae of degenerative discs were low, meanwhile, the stresses of the posterior structure of the vertebral body were relatively elevated compared with that of normal discs. Conclusions: There is difference in influence between normal and degenerative discs on the stress distribution of the thoracolumbar vertebrae with destructive load. The transferring way of load is changed after disc degeneration.展开更多
Rotary disc is a key part in aero engine, HPT rotor disc due to its highest thermal load as well as mechanical load, always suffers from thermal or mechanical failure. In this paper, the authors initiate a new kind of...Rotary disc is a key part in aero engine, HPT rotor disc due to its highest thermal load as well as mechanical load, always suffers from thermal or mechanical failure. In this paper, the authors initiate a new kind of novel fin-like structure which is presented on both surfaces of the rotating disc. The presence of the fin-like structure acts like a turbulence & vortex generator and hence increases the heat transfer effectiveness between the cooler cavity flow and the higher temperature disc surface. This paper deals with a numerical investigation of the new kind of fin-like structure which is tending to be applied on the high pressure turbine rotor's rotating disc. Numerical results revealed that with this novel structure thermal load of the disc reduced noticeably ranging from 10℃ to 20℃. This can be explained by the vortex structure generated by the disturbance of the cavity's cooling flow, thus enhancing the convective heat transfer rates between the disc surface and the cavity flow.展开更多
A method that uses finite element analysis to determine the non-singular stress (T-stress) at a crack tip is proposed in this study. T-stress includes two components: the Tx-stress parallel to the tangent of the cr...A method that uses finite element analysis to determine the non-singular stress (T-stress) at a crack tip is proposed in this study. T-stress includes two components: the Tx-stress parallel to the tangent of the crack at its tip and the Ty-stress perpendicular to this tangent. The effects of contact and friction on both the Tx- and Ty-stresses on the crack flanks are considered in the method. Because the method uses a single standard elastic finite element analysis derived directly from the equation of the stress fields around the crack tip and does not require any assumptions or simplification, it can be used to determine the T-stress for any given geometry and loading condition. Theoretical results are used to calibrate the results, which exhibited good agreement and to discuss the T-stress computational methodology. Furthermore, the Tx- and Ty-stresses in center-cracked Brazilian disc (CCBD) specimens subjected to diametrical or partially distributed compression were numerically computed, and the effects of contact and friction on the Tx- and Ty-stresses are discussed.展开更多
基金Project(51475478)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2013CB035401)supported by the National Basic Research Program of China
文摘The construction efficiency and quality of tunnel boring machines(TBMs)is largely determined by the service life of cutting tools,which is the result of contact loads in the crushed zone between cutter ring and rock.In this paper,a series of rock breaking tests were conducted with a 216 mm diameter disc cutter and concrete samples.Based on the superposition principle,the distribution of contact loads between disc cutter and rock were obtained by using the truncated singular value decomposition(TSVD).The results show that both the peak value and the whole numerical distribution of the radial strains on the cutter ring increase with the increase of the penetration.The distribution curves of the contact loads show an approximate parabola going downwards,which indicates contact loads are more concentrated.The front non-loading area with a ratio from 1.8%to 5.4%shows an increasing trend with the increase of penetration.However,the change of rear non-loading area is not obvious.It is believed that the conclusions have guidance for the study of rock breaking mechanism and manufacturing process of the disc cutter.
文摘In this paper, the axisymmetric general solutions of transversely isotropic magnetoelectroelastic media are expressed with four harmonic displacement functions at first. Then, based on the solutions, the analytical three-dimensional solutions are provided for a simply supported magnetoelectroelastic circular plate subjected to uniform loads. Finally, the example of circular plate is presented.
文摘Intervertebral disc flexibility is influenced by lifestyle, loading history, trauma, preexisting conditions, age and degeneration. With regard to degeneration, intervertebral discs become less flexible and stiffer. In this study, a testing protocol using bending and torsion loading was developed to gain the flexibility curves and stiffness often cadaveric lumbar discs. Measurements of rotation in the sagittal plane (flexion-extension), coronal plane (right-lefl lateral bending) and transverse plane (torsion) due to a 5 N-m load are reported. Results show that overall normal discs are more flexible and behave in a nonlinear fashion. The testing results were used in a develop t'mite element model of an intervertebral disc to investigate the stresses and strains in the disc components: annulus fibrosus and nucleus pulposus with regard to degeneration. Simulation of bending and torsion loadings show large strains in the annulus and nucleus from a normal disc, in contrast higher stresses develop in the annulus from a degenerated disc. The proposed methodology is novel, versatile, functional and economic with implications in bioengineering, medical sciences and the clinical field.
文摘Objective: To compare the influence of normal and degenerative discs on stress distribution of the thoracolumbar vertebrae under destructive load, explore the biomechanical background and clinical meaning and provide theoretical basis for clinical diagnosis and treatment. Methods: A mechanical model of thoracolumbar motion segment of normal and degenerative discs was built with a three dimensional finite element method and three stresses of vertical compression, compressive flexion and distractive flexion were comparatively analyzed. Results: With vertical compression and compressive flexion loads, the thoracolumbar motion segment of the normal disc showed that the central part of the upper and lower end plates of the vertebrae and the central part of the trabecular bone adjacent to the end plate were loaded with the most intensive stresses, meanwhile, the postero lateral part of the annulus fibrosus was concentrated with stresses. Degenerative disc showed that the stress distribution of the trabecular bone was relatively averaged, the stresses of the central part adjacent to the end plate were low, while at the same time, the stresses of the peripheral part were elevated relatively. With distraction flexion load, the stresses of the cortex bone, trabecular bone, end plate and annulus fibrosus of the thoracolumbar vertebrae of degenerative discs were low, meanwhile, the stresses of the posterior structure of the vertebral body were relatively elevated compared with that of normal discs. Conclusions: There is difference in influence between normal and degenerative discs on the stress distribution of the thoracolumbar vertebrae with destructive load. The transferring way of load is changed after disc degeneration.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 50676095)
文摘Rotary disc is a key part in aero engine, HPT rotor disc due to its highest thermal load as well as mechanical load, always suffers from thermal or mechanical failure. In this paper, the authors initiate a new kind of novel fin-like structure which is presented on both surfaces of the rotating disc. The presence of the fin-like structure acts like a turbulence & vortex generator and hence increases the heat transfer effectiveness between the cooler cavity flow and the higher temperature disc surface. This paper deals with a numerical investigation of the new kind of fin-like structure which is tending to be applied on the high pressure turbine rotor's rotating disc. Numerical results revealed that with this novel structure thermal load of the disc reduced noticeably ranging from 10℃ to 20℃. This can be explained by the vortex structure generated by the disturbance of the cavity's cooling flow, thus enhancing the convective heat transfer rates between the disc surface and the cavity flow.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(Grant No.2014CB047100)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.51474046,U1562103)the Opening Fund of State Key Laboratory of Geohazard Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection(Chengdu University of Technology)(Grant No.SKLGP2014K017)
文摘A method that uses finite element analysis to determine the non-singular stress (T-stress) at a crack tip is proposed in this study. T-stress includes two components: the Tx-stress parallel to the tangent of the crack at its tip and the Ty-stress perpendicular to this tangent. The effects of contact and friction on both the Tx- and Ty-stresses on the crack flanks are considered in the method. Because the method uses a single standard elastic finite element analysis derived directly from the equation of the stress fields around the crack tip and does not require any assumptions or simplification, it can be used to determine the T-stress for any given geometry and loading condition. Theoretical results are used to calibrate the results, which exhibited good agreement and to discuss the T-stress computational methodology. Furthermore, the Tx- and Ty-stresses in center-cracked Brazilian disc (CCBD) specimens subjected to diametrical or partially distributed compression were numerically computed, and the effects of contact and friction on the Tx- and Ty-stresses are discussed.