This study demonstrates that two-and three-dimensional spatially graded,truss-based polymeric-material metamaterials can be designed for beneficial impact mitigation and energy absorption capabilities.Through a combin...This study demonstrates that two-and three-dimensional spatially graded,truss-based polymeric-material metamaterials can be designed for beneficial impact mitigation and energy absorption capabilities.Through a combination of numerical and experimental techniques,we highlight the broad property space of periodic viscoelastic trusses,realized using 3D printing via selective laser sintering.Extending beyond periodic designs,we investigate the impact response of spatially variant viscoelastic lattices in both two and three dimensions.Our result reveal that introducing spatial variations in lattice topology allows for redirecting of the impact trajectory,opening new opportunities for engineering and tailoring lightweight materials with target impact functionality.This is achieved through the combined selection of base material and metamaterial design.展开更多
Curved shells are increasingly utilized in applied engineering due to their shared characteristics with other sandwich structures,flexibility,and attractive appearance.However,the inability of controlling and regulati...Curved shells are increasingly utilized in applied engineering due to their shared characteristics with other sandwich structures,flexibility,and attractive appearance.However,the inability of controlling and regulating vibrations and destroying them afterward is a challenge to scientists.In this paper,the curve shell equations and a linear quadratic regulator are adopted for the state feedback design to manage the structure vibrations in state space forms.A five-layer sandwich doubly curved micro-composite shell,comprising two piezoelectric layers for the sensor and actuator,is modeled by the fourth-order shear deformation theory.The core(honeycomb,truss,and corrugated)is analyzed for the bearing of transverse shear forces.The results show that the honeycomb core has a greater effect on the vibrations.When the parameters related to the core and the weight percentage of graphene increase,the frequency increases.The uniform distribution of graphene platelets results in the lowest natural frequency while the natural frequency increases.Furthermore,without taking into account the piezoelectric layers,the third-order shear deformation theory(TSDT)and fourth-order shear deformation theory(FOSDT)align closely.However,when the piezoelectric layers are incorporated,these two theories diverge significantly,with the frequencies in the FOSDT being lower than those in the TSDT.展开更多
This paper presents a study of minimizing weight by optimizing different truss parts using finite element analysis and comparing Warren trusses with other trusses. The aim of the optimization is to find a light design...This paper presents a study of minimizing weight by optimizing different truss parts using finite element analysis and comparing Warren trusses with other trusses. The aim of the optimization is to find a light design. Existing structural steel trusses were initially optimized for minimum weight and constrained with allowable stresses and deflections. Applicable Eurocode 3 design conditions are presented, which provide the constraints for the problem. Steel truss is a preferred solution in large-span roof structures due to its good attributes, such as being lightweight and durable. Existing structural steel trusses were initially optimized for minimum weight and constrained with allowable stresses and deflections. Constant spans of the trusses have been considered, and each truss has been subjected to the same types of load cases. The top chord member load has been kept constant in each truss at 2 kN/m. Two sets of load conditions are taken as the self-weight of the truss and the snow load, but the structure is calculated by the load combination. The structural steel trusses were optimized using the design optimization tool as a first-order optimization method in RFEM, and it was extended to compare the most suitable truss geometry for the minimum weight. Finally, it is concluded that the Warren truss has a higher stiffness-to-weight ratio than other trusses after optimization. The goal of this study was to analyze all trusses and ensure that the structural stress is less than the allowable stress and that the deflection is less than the allowable deflection. The span and height are constant in all cases because they have no impact on the weight increase;only the position of the rods and cross-section size affect the building’s ability to withstand loads and weight increases. In this paper, a finite element analysis (FEA)-based optimization technique is proposed for the optimization of a light design that is constrained by allowable stresses and deflections. For this purpose, there have been studies on sizing optimization to minimize the mass of different steel truss roof system types both in the past and today. For this purpose, weight design and analysis of the optimum weight are carried out on ten different structural systems.展开更多
Steel truss suspension bridges are prone to developing defects after prolonged use.These defects may include corrosion of the main cable or the steel truss.To ensure the normal and safe functioning of the suspension b...Steel truss suspension bridges are prone to developing defects after prolonged use.These defects may include corrosion of the main cable or the steel truss.To ensure the normal and safe functioning of the suspension bridge,it is necessary to inspect for defects promptly,understand the cause of the defect,and locate it through the use of inspection technology.By promptly addressing defects,the suspension bridge’s safety can be ensured.The author has analyzed the common defects and causes of steel truss suspension bridges and proposed specific inspection technologies.This research is intended to aid in the timely discovery of steel truss suspension bridge defects.展开更多
Cave-in failure is apt to occur in joints of trusses made of square hollow sections. In order to turn the failure mode into a strength failure mode of joint members, the idea is proposed that the chord of the truss is...Cave-in failure is apt to occur in joints of trusses made of square hollow sections. In order to turn the failure mode into a strength failure mode of joint members, the idea is proposed that the chord of the truss is grouted to increase the cave-in beating capacity of a hollow tube chord. An experiment of eight specimens of N- joints made of grout-filled square steel tubes is performed. Based on the experimental study, the geometrical parameters of specimens are analyzed, and the effects of the confinement index ε, the spacing between the two web members g and the ratio of side length of the vertical web member to that of the chord β on the behavior of specimens are investigated through simulation analysis by simulation analyses, the mechanical properties and the failure an ANSYS program. Based on the test results and modes of this kind of joints are analyzed and the formulae to predict the ultimate bearing capacities corresponding to different failure modes are developed. The ultimate bearing capacity of compressive N-joints is calculated in accordance with the cave-in failure mode of a chord member; the ultimate bearing capacity of tension N-joints is calculated in accordance with the punchingshear failure mode; the ultimate bearing capacity of a chord member is calculated in accordance with the shear failure mode in normal sections.展开更多
Active vibration control is an effective way of increasing robustness of the design to meet the stringent accuracy requirements for space structures. This paper presents the results of active damping realized by a pie...Active vibration control is an effective way of increasing robustness of the design to meet the stringent accuracy requirements for space structures. This paper presents the results of active damping realized by a piezoelectric active member to control the vibration of a four-bay four-longern aluminum truss structure with cantilever boundary. The active member, which utilizes a piezoelectric actuating unit and an integrated load cell, is designed for vibration control of the space truss structures. Active damping control is realized using direct velocity feedback around the active member. The placement of the active member as one of the most important factor of affecting the control system performance, is also investigated by modal dissipation energy ratio as indicator. The active damping effectiveness is evaluated by comparing the closed-loop response with the open loop response.展开更多
Adaptive truss structures are a new kind of structures with integrated active members,whose dynamic characteristies can be beneficially modified to meet mission requirements.Active members containing actuating and sen...Adaptive truss structures are a new kind of structures with integrated active members,whose dynamic characteristies can be beneficially modified to meet mission requirements.Active members containing actuating and sensing units are the major components of adaptive truss structures.Modeling of adaptive truss structures is a key step to analyze the structural dynamic characteristics.A new experimental modal analysis approach,in which active members are used as excitatiDn sources for modal test,has been proposed in this paper.The excitation forces generated by the active members, which are different from the excitation forces exerted on structures in the conventional modal test,are internal forces for the truss structures.The relation between internal excitation forces and external forces is revealed such that the traditional identification method can be adopted to obtain modal parameters of adaptive structures.Placement problem of the active member in adaptive truss structures is also discussed in this work. Modal test and analysis are conducted with a planar adaptive truss structure by using piezoelectric active members in order to verify the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed method.展开更多
文摘This study demonstrates that two-and three-dimensional spatially graded,truss-based polymeric-material metamaterials can be designed for beneficial impact mitigation and energy absorption capabilities.Through a combination of numerical and experimental techniques,we highlight the broad property space of periodic viscoelastic trusses,realized using 3D printing via selective laser sintering.Extending beyond periodic designs,we investigate the impact response of spatially variant viscoelastic lattices in both two and three dimensions.Our result reveal that introducing spatial variations in lattice topology allows for redirecting of the impact trajectory,opening new opportunities for engineering and tailoring lightweight materials with target impact functionality.This is achieved through the combined selection of base material and metamaterial design.
基金the Iranian Nanotechnology Development Committee for their financial supportUniversity of Kashan for supporting this work by Grant No. 1223097/10the micro and nanomechanics laboratory by Grant No. 14022023/5
文摘Curved shells are increasingly utilized in applied engineering due to their shared characteristics with other sandwich structures,flexibility,and attractive appearance.However,the inability of controlling and regulating vibrations and destroying them afterward is a challenge to scientists.In this paper,the curve shell equations and a linear quadratic regulator are adopted for the state feedback design to manage the structure vibrations in state space forms.A five-layer sandwich doubly curved micro-composite shell,comprising two piezoelectric layers for the sensor and actuator,is modeled by the fourth-order shear deformation theory.The core(honeycomb,truss,and corrugated)is analyzed for the bearing of transverse shear forces.The results show that the honeycomb core has a greater effect on the vibrations.When the parameters related to the core and the weight percentage of graphene increase,the frequency increases.The uniform distribution of graphene platelets results in the lowest natural frequency while the natural frequency increases.Furthermore,without taking into account the piezoelectric layers,the third-order shear deformation theory(TSDT)and fourth-order shear deformation theory(FOSDT)align closely.However,when the piezoelectric layers are incorporated,these two theories diverge significantly,with the frequencies in the FOSDT being lower than those in the TSDT.
文摘This paper presents a study of minimizing weight by optimizing different truss parts using finite element analysis and comparing Warren trusses with other trusses. The aim of the optimization is to find a light design. Existing structural steel trusses were initially optimized for minimum weight and constrained with allowable stresses and deflections. Applicable Eurocode 3 design conditions are presented, which provide the constraints for the problem. Steel truss is a preferred solution in large-span roof structures due to its good attributes, such as being lightweight and durable. Existing structural steel trusses were initially optimized for minimum weight and constrained with allowable stresses and deflections. Constant spans of the trusses have been considered, and each truss has been subjected to the same types of load cases. The top chord member load has been kept constant in each truss at 2 kN/m. Two sets of load conditions are taken as the self-weight of the truss and the snow load, but the structure is calculated by the load combination. The structural steel trusses were optimized using the design optimization tool as a first-order optimization method in RFEM, and it was extended to compare the most suitable truss geometry for the minimum weight. Finally, it is concluded that the Warren truss has a higher stiffness-to-weight ratio than other trusses after optimization. The goal of this study was to analyze all trusses and ensure that the structural stress is less than the allowable stress and that the deflection is less than the allowable deflection. The span and height are constant in all cases because they have no impact on the weight increase;only the position of the rods and cross-section size affect the building’s ability to withstand loads and weight increases. In this paper, a finite element analysis (FEA)-based optimization technique is proposed for the optimization of a light design that is constrained by allowable stresses and deflections. For this purpose, there have been studies on sizing optimization to minimize the mass of different steel truss roof system types both in the past and today. For this purpose, weight design and analysis of the optimum weight are carried out on ten different structural systems.
文摘Steel truss suspension bridges are prone to developing defects after prolonged use.These defects may include corrosion of the main cable or the steel truss.To ensure the normal and safe functioning of the suspension bridge,it is necessary to inspect for defects promptly,understand the cause of the defect,and locate it through the use of inspection technology.By promptly addressing defects,the suspension bridge’s safety can be ensured.The author has analyzed the common defects and causes of steel truss suspension bridges and proposed specific inspection technologies.This research is intended to aid in the timely discovery of steel truss suspension bridge defects.
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China(No50178026)Program for New Century Excellent Talents in University+1 种基金the Key Technologies R & D Program of Heilongjiang Province(NoGC04A609)the Key Technologies R & D Program of Harbin City(No2004AA9CS187)
文摘Cave-in failure is apt to occur in joints of trusses made of square hollow sections. In order to turn the failure mode into a strength failure mode of joint members, the idea is proposed that the chord of the truss is grouted to increase the cave-in beating capacity of a hollow tube chord. An experiment of eight specimens of N- joints made of grout-filled square steel tubes is performed. Based on the experimental study, the geometrical parameters of specimens are analyzed, and the effects of the confinement index ε, the spacing between the two web members g and the ratio of side length of the vertical web member to that of the chord β on the behavior of specimens are investigated through simulation analysis by simulation analyses, the mechanical properties and the failure an ANSYS program. Based on the test results and modes of this kind of joints are analyzed and the formulae to predict the ultimate bearing capacities corresponding to different failure modes are developed. The ultimate bearing capacity of compressive N-joints is calculated in accordance with the cave-in failure mode of a chord member; the ultimate bearing capacity of tension N-joints is calculated in accordance with the punchingshear failure mode; the ultimate bearing capacity of a chord member is calculated in accordance with the shear failure mode in normal sections.
文摘Active vibration control is an effective way of increasing robustness of the design to meet the stringent accuracy requirements for space structures. This paper presents the results of active damping realized by a piezoelectric active member to control the vibration of a four-bay four-longern aluminum truss structure with cantilever boundary. The active member, which utilizes a piezoelectric actuating unit and an integrated load cell, is designed for vibration control of the space truss structures. Active damping control is realized using direct velocity feedback around the active member. The placement of the active member as one of the most important factor of affecting the control system performance, is also investigated by modal dissipation energy ratio as indicator. The active damping effectiveness is evaluated by comparing the closed-loop response with the open loop response.
文摘Adaptive truss structures are a new kind of structures with integrated active members,whose dynamic characteristies can be beneficially modified to meet mission requirements.Active members containing actuating and sensing units are the major components of adaptive truss structures.Modeling of adaptive truss structures is a key step to analyze the structural dynamic characteristics.A new experimental modal analysis approach,in which active members are used as excitatiDn sources for modal test,has been proposed in this paper.The excitation forces generated by the active members, which are different from the excitation forces exerted on structures in the conventional modal test,are internal forces for the truss structures.The relation between internal excitation forces and external forces is revealed such that the traditional identification method can be adopted to obtain modal parameters of adaptive structures.Placement problem of the active member in adaptive truss structures is also discussed in this work. Modal test and analysis are conducted with a planar adaptive truss structure by using piezoelectric active members in order to verify the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed method.