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Design of HVAC System for a Commercial Building
Abstract: As there is an increase in global warming, many important steps have to be taken to decrease its effect and from this project by considering all the factors according to the norms and adding some techniques, it would be helping towards this work. HVAC and R systems stand for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. As the HVAC systems are used in every sector nowadays, like hotels, private and official …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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A Review on Cutting Parameter on Micro Drilling Characteristics of Different Steel
Abstract: Related work revealed that a lot of works have been done on the cryogenic turning of various metals. The tool life significantly increases with the introduction of cryogenic and thermal-assisted machining in the turning operations. The reductions in the heat at tool chip interface have significantly affected on the tooled life. Some research gaps in the literature have been found as: Limited research works have been performed on the cryogenic …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Friction Stir Processing & Aging on Fatigue Properties of Different Alloy: A Review
Abstract: The FSP process is a thermo mechanical processing techniques which is carried out by means of pin tool that will heat and mechanically deformed the material. FSP has been developed to produce UFG by applying compressive load with a suitable Tool. To enhance the mechanical properties like strength, fatigue, hardness as well as other properties like optical, electrical, magnetic the microstructure is that decides them. We refine grains by large …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Mechanical Characterization using Finite Element Analysis of Jute and E-Glass Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Composite Materials
Abstract: Recently, there has been a greater inclination towards natural fiber reinforced plastics composites (NFRPC) because these are environmentally friendly and cost-effective to synthetic fiber reinforced composites. The availability of natural fibers and ease of manufacturing have tempted researchers worldwide to try locally available inexpensive fibers and to study their feasibility of reinforcement purposes and to what extent they satisfy the required specifications of good reinforced polymer composite for tribological applications. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 21–39 Read article
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An Optimized Design of the Standard Manual Wheelchair
Abstract: The manual wheel chair is commonly found in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, senior housing and airports for allowing patients, people with physical disabilities or for elderly people. Transferring mishaps are one of the major causes for injuries. Moreover, all the transferring actions between wheelchair and other surfaces are difficult for wheelchair users. This project is aimed at optimizing the existing design of a standard manual wheelchair by introducing a height adjusting …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Consequence of Hall and Ion-slip Currents on Boundary Layer Flow with Power-law Deviation Wall Temperature
Abstract: MHD boundary layer flow in permeable medium along vertical plate with power-law deviation wall temperature in a gyratory system for the effects of Hall and ion-slip currents have investigated numerically. The ordinary differential equations are obtained from considered system of partial differential equations using usual transform. The Nachtsheim- Swigert shooting iteration method along with sixth order Runge-Kutta integration technique has employed to solve the non-dimensional system of ordinary differential equations. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Optimisation of Ratio of Center Distance of Adjacent Hole to Diameter of Pre-stressed Holes by FEA
Abstract: Residual compressive stress zone around a fastener hole is introduced by a process called pre-stressing. This is being done to reduce adverse effect of cyclic tensile stress and to restrict the fatigue crack growth due to material flaws or imperfect surfaces. The objective of this investigation is to optimize the inter-hole distance between adjacent cold expanded holes on a plate restricting the deformation of material between holes to the elastic …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 40–48 Read article
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Computerized Fluent Simulation on Earth Tube Heat Exchanger Where Air as a Flow Medium
Abstract: In the present era renewable source of energy is free and abundant in nature and it must be brought into application. Due to excessive use of air conditioning systems, the chemicals cause global warming is a serious issue. The renewable energy is the main aim and objective of an earth tube heat exchanger, which uses the thermal energy of the ground for cooling and heating of the fluent. Here, Air …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 49–68 Read article
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Boundary Layer Separation with Steady and Unsteady Flow of Fluid and Slip and No-Slip Boundary Conditions: A Review
Abstract: Fluid mechanics is that branch of science which deals with the study of the static, kinematics and dynamic aspects of fluids (liquids or gases). By fluid statics, we mean the study of fluid at rest, by fluid kinematics we mean the study of fluids in motion when the pressure forces are not considered, and by fluid dynamics we mean the study of fluids in motion when the pressure forces are …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Importance of Mathematical Modeling (Response Surface Methodology) in Equal Channel Angular Pressing
Abstract: Severe plastic deformation is a technique for producing a deformation. Equal channel angular pressing is one of the unique methods for producing high plastic deformation in Aluminum alloys due to its quality of having the same dimensions after processing. In present work, A die was designed on the basis of a mathematical model generated by RSM. Variation in die geometry and other conditions were represented in present work. ANOVA presented …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 46–54 Read article
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Graphene and Carbon Nanotube-PLA Composite Feedstock Filament for Fused Deposition Modelling:Review
Abstract: 3D printing or AM has revolutionized the way of manufacturing by designing complex structure in atomized features which cannot be realized by conventional processing method. Many are adopting Additive Manufacturing over traditional method to manufacture sophisticate products from single or composite material. 3D printing has a demerit that the mechanical properties of product suffer. To address this problem, this study is conducted for development of improved and sustainable feedback material …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Systematic literature Review of PLA-Magnesium Composite Material for Fused Deposition Modelling for Biomedical Applications
Abstract: Magnesium is one of most liberally available metal in nature forming about 2% of earth’s crust. Polylactic acid or Polylactide is a bioplastic. Magnesium-Polylactide composites are a promising new form of biodegradable materials with established good mechanical properties. Our critical survey of research papers helped us to compile information about fabrication and treatment of this composite material using various techniques and methodologies to understand prospects for future research for FDM …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Modeling, Analysis and Vibrational Behaviour of A Steam Turbine Blade
Abstract: In this research work, the 2nd LP stage of 250MW steam turbine that having 102 blades is considered and blade geometry for various cross-sections had developed with inputs given as co-ordinates which is from blade root to tip of the portion by using UNIGRAPHICS. In order to achieve its desired performance for a steam turbine blade, the blade material has to withstand ambient conditions such as loading, temperatures, pressures and, …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 27–45 Read article
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Analytical Modeling of Brick–Mortar Couplet
Abstract: This paper is a presentation of the finite element modeling of stress in a brick–mortar couplet. The brick–mortar couplet here serves as a meaningful substitute for a brick wall structure. In this work, the basic steps in derivation of the element stiffness matrix for a plane stress problem using the displacement approach are presented. The main purpose in the work is to verify the nodal displacements, which in turn would …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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FE Modelling and Analysis of Mixed Mode Delamination in Composite Laminates
Abstract: A composite is a structural material that consists of two or more constituents combined at a macroscopic level and not soluble in each other. The advantages of composites over conventional materials are its light weight, high strength, design flexibility, dimensional stability, etc. Although Composite materials are advantageous than conventional materials, there are some defects in composite materials too, which are Fibre-matrix debonding, fibre misalignment, Delamination, Matrix cracking, Impact damage, etc. …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–57 Read article
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Finite Element Modeling of Deep Reinforced Concrete Beams with Web Openings
Abstract: The effects of openings on the ultimate capacity of deep beams have been studied experimentally by many researchers. However, there’s still need for analytical study using numerical methods and also the development of simple stiffness reduction models that can be easily used for quick prediction of the effects of opening sizes on the stiffness of deep reinforced concrete beams. This study is focused on modeling the behavior of deep reinforced …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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Heat Exchanger Technology and Applications: Groundsource Heat Pump System for Buildings Heating and Cooling
Abstract: Some emphasis has recently been put on the utilisation of the ambient energy from ground source and other renewable energy sources in order to stimulate alternative energy sources for heating and cooling of buildings. Geothermal heat pumps (GSHPs), or direct expansion (DX) ground source heat pumps, are a highly efficient renewable energy technology, which uses the earth, groundwater or surface water as a heat source when operating in heating mode …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 58–85 Read article
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Bending Solutions of Fully Clamped Orthotropic Rectangular Thin Plate Using Finite Integral Transform Method
Abstract: Plate as an engineering material is used widely in several areas of Engineering work, especially civil engineering structures as slab. This research work presents the solutions to the bending of orthotropic thin rectangular plates, fully clamped at all edges and subjected to three different loading conditions such as uniformly distributed load, centrally loaded concentrated point load and hydrostatic pressure, using the finite integral transform method. The results derived from this …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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An Optimum Stringer for Straight and Curved Stiffened Panels Using X-FEM Techniques
Abstract: In this study, crack growth, modeling and simulation of various stiffened stringers, unstiffened straight and curved cracked panels are presented using commercially available finite element software package. Computation of stresses and convergence of stress intensity factor for single-edge notch specimens computed using finite element method (FEM) and extended finite element method (X-FEM) and compared with analytical solution. X-FEM techniques like cohesive segment method and linear elastic fracture mechanics, using virtual …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Prediction of Hydro-dynamic Force Coefficients and Shedding Frequency during Vortex Shedding Behind a Stationary Cylinder
Abstract: Vibration of slender cylinders caused by the shedding of vortices at the wake, known as vortex induced vibrations (VIV) is a topic of great research interest, since the phenomenon can reduce the fatigue life of marine risers, which are subjected to complex flow conditions in ocean environment. This paper studies in detail the accuracy with which hydrodynamic forces are predicted by different turbulence models such as k–ε and k– ω-shear …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 41–52 Read article