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96 articles for “Deformation”
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Experimental Investigation of FSW on Al 6061-T6 MG Dissimilar Joints
Abstract: Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a solid-state joining technique that has shown significant potential for welding dissimilar materials, such as aluminum and magnesium alloys, which are difficult to join using conventional fusion welding methods due to large differences in their physical, thermal, and metallurgical properties. During FSW, contact between the rotating, wear-resistant tool shoulder, the pin, and the work piece produces frictional energy. Additional thermal energy develops because of intense …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Performance Evaluation and Structural Integrity Assessment of Critical Components in a Glass Vacuum Lifter Using Static-Structural and Modal Analysis
Abstract: Glass handling operations in construction, manufacturing, and industrial sectors require reliable lifting systems to ensure safe transportation while minimizing the risk of damage and improving operator safety. Vacuum lifters have emerged as an effective solution for handling large and fragile glass panels by generating secure holding forces through suction pads. The structural integrity and dynamic performance of critical components, particularly the suction pad and lifter arm, play a vital role …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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Design and Finite Element Analysis of Go-Kart Tubular Chassis Using Ansys
Abstract: The design of a go-kart chassis involves the vehicle’s performance, safety, and handling characteristics. The present work focuses on the conceptual design, modeling, and structural analysis of a go-kart chassis aimed at achieving an optimal balance between strength, weight, and driver comfort using FEA software ANSYS. A detailed chassis model was developed based on ergonomic considerations and racing standards. The design was evaluated through an FEM approach to assess stress …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 56–64 Read article
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CAE Analysis and Material Selection for Chassis of 4-Wheel Efficycle
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper presents a comprehensive Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) analysis and material selection study for the chassis of a four-wheel Efficycle — a hybrid human-electric powered vehicle designed for student competitions and sustainable mobility applications. The objective of the study is to evaluate the structural integrity, stiffness, and crashworthiness of the chassis under various loading scenarios including front impact, side impact, rollover, and torsional loads. Using CAD models developed in …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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CAE Analysis and Material Selection for Chassis of 4-Wheel Efficycle
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper presents a comprehensive Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) analysis and material selection study for the chassis of a four-wheel Efficycle — a hybrid human-electric powered vehicle designed for student competitions and sustainable mobility applications. The objective of the study is to evaluate the structural integrity, stiffness, and crashworthiness of the chassis under various loading scenarios including front impact, side impact, rollover, and torsional loads. Using CAD models developed in …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Coupled Dynamics in Fluid-Structure Interaction Systems: A Review of Analytical and Computational Models
Abstract: Abstract: Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI) systems embody the complex, coupled behavior between deformable or flexible structures and surrounding fluid flows. This interaction is inherently nonlinear and dynamic, posing significant challenges in modelling, simulation, and analysis. Understanding and accurately predicting the behavior of FSI systems is critical across a broad spectrum of engineering applications, including aerospace structures undergoing aeroelastic effects, underwater vehicles interacting with fluid currents, biomedical devices, such as heart valves …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Review on Surface Error Compensation in Thin-Walled Component Machining
Abstract: *Author for CorrespondenceManikandan HareendranE-mail: [email protected] 1,4,5,6Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mangalam College of Engineering (APJAKTU), Kottayam, Kerala, India2,3Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mangalam College of Engineering (APJAKTU), Kottayam, Kerala, India7Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mangalam College of Engineering (APJAKTU), Kottayam, Kerala, India Received Date: November 12, 2024Accepted Date: November 14, 2024Published Date: November 22, 2024 Citation: Rajeeve K. Mohana, Santhu Varghese Thomas, Rahul Krishnan, Johan George Cherian, Navish …
Published in International Journal of Structural Mechanics and Finite Elements · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Design and Analysis of MacPherson Suspension System and Enhanced Suspension Systems
Abstract: Customers look for safety and comfort, thus they are crucial to the success of car marketing. The McPherson suspension system, one of the most popular shock absorbers, has a history of excellent performance. Its unexpected demise and sudden fracturing, however, made it clear that the system needs thoughtful adjustments. The most important components of the shock absorber system that require improvement are the strut mount and spring. Because of the …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–26 Read article
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Effect of Opening Shapes and Sizes on the Gravity Dam
Abstract: Design of gravity dams is an important issue in dam engineering. Opening in the dam plays a vital role in the failure of the gravity dam. In the present work finite element analysis of the gravity dam for different opening shapes and sizes are studied. Koyna dam is considered for the analysis. Study of stress concentration and deformation generated in the dam is conducted in the present work. Two different …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Prediction and Assessment of Lateral Displacement of Rock Mass Along the Length of the Horseshoe Cavern – A Numerical Modelling Approach
Abstract: The stability of the underground structures is a key to successful underground mining. Caverns are large underground openings constructed in rock mass for a variety of purposes. The properties of intact rock mass are generally overshadowed by the properties of discontinuities, if the discontinuities are present. Mechanisms of deformation and failure of underground openings in jointed rock mass are determined by the characteristics of the geometrical distribution of discontinuities. This …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–28 Read article
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Strain Life Approach for the Fatigue Evolution Model of Concrete under Constant Amplitude Bending Fatigue Loading
Abstract: Strain life approach for the fatigue evolution model of concrete under constant amplitude bending fatigue loading plays a very important role in the material properties such as the fatigue strain, fatigue modulus and fatigue damage, presented in this paper by the nonlinear fatigue evolution model, and the hypothesis of recycle-ratio-related fatigue strain amplitude that causes stiffness degradation and inelastic deformation. The fatigue evolution model of concrete under constant amplitude bending …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 35–60 Read article
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Evaluation of Rutting Susceptibility of Bituminous Mixes Using Finite Element Modeling
Abstract: Pavement performance mainly depends on the quality of bituminous mixes. Poor bituminous mixes cause premature failures such as rutting or permanent deformation, cracking, bleeding etc. The design of bituminous mixes should contain certain criteria to prevent premature failures. The mixes designed based on these criteria are generally known as performance based mix design and are gaining popularity in the recent times. Among various types of pavement failures, permanent deformation or …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 50–54 Read article
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Effect of Aggregate Shape and Binder on the Rutting Characteristics of Bituminous Mixes
Abstract: Rutting or permanent deformation is the depression in the wheel paths due to accumulation of small amounts of unrecoverable strains under the channelized repeated wheel loads. Shear deformation or lateral plastic flow of the bituminous mix from the wheel tracks also results in rutting. Performance of bituminous mixes is influenced by the constituents of the mix made of aggregates and binder. Among various parameters of these two ingredients, aggregate shape …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Influence of Compaction Technique on Shear Strength of Modified Subgrade Soil
Abstract: The subgrade soil is considered as the foundation for the roadway structure, it is responsible to provide the required stability for the overlaying pavement layers and to limit the deformation due to traffic load repetitions by furnishing homogeneous stress distribution. For poor soil condition, grid reinforcement or Asphalt stabilization techniques are usually implemented to control the deformation and improve shear strength of poor granular subgrade soil. In this work, the …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Correlation between full width at half maximum (FWHM) of XRD peak with mechanical properties
Abstract: Full width at half maximum (FWHM) of XRD profiles characterizes different mechanical properties. However, there is no literature available that discusses about the correlation between the FWHM of XRD peaks with mechanical properties (ultimate tensile strength, yield strength, strain hardening coefficient and micro-hardness) upon plastic deformation. Martensitic stainless steel (type 410) and Ferritic stainless steel (type 430) samples were plastically deformed under different strain rate using tensile testing machine. Variation …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Finite Element Analysis of Composite Tube
Abstract: Abstract – In many industries, composite tubes are preferable than other materials, like, aluminum, steel, wood, iron. The durability, strength, stiffness, weather and corrosion resistance of the tubes are required properties in industries. It is fabricated in several layers depending on their functions. In this study, composite tube is modeled using ANSYS software by changing material properties and layer orientation. ANSYS can predict results before fabricating composite sample. The meshed …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 48–59 Read article
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Plastics Compressive Strength Testing
Abstract: Compression test is a mechanical test that determines how much compressive force a material to resist before cracking. A gradually applied load compresses the test item, which is commonly in the shape of a square, pyramid, or cylinder, between the platens of a compression-testing machine. Many ductile metals, such as mild steel, have extremely high compression strength, yet measuring them is challenging. Whenever a load is given to a ductile …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 46–50 Read article
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The Current and Potential Usage Areas of Shape Memory Polymer Composites in the Class of Multifunctional Materials
Abstract: Shape memory polymer composites can be programmed into a temporary shape and recover their original shape by applying different stimuli as temperature, UV, magnetic and electrical.In this way, SMPCs in the active and deformable material class, due to its advantages such as being activated by various activation methods and good biocompatibility properties, it has become the focus of research in the field of creating multifunctional materials. They are widely used …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Connecting Rod with Used Various Aluminium Alloy Materials
Abstract: The aim of this work is to static analysis of connecting rod with used various type of aluminium alloy materials. The connecting rod is the transitional part between the piston and the crankshaft. Its essential capacity is to transmit the push and pull from the piston pin to the crank pin, in this way changing over the reciprocating motion of the cylinder into turning movement of the crank. The capacity …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Experimental Study and Analysis of Coefficient of Friction for Mild Steel Under Various Lubrication Conditions
Abstract: The coefficient of friction plays decisive role in the metal-forming processes. This study focuses on determination of the coefficient of friction between work piece and lubricants using ring compression test by experiments physical modeling and finite element (FE) simulation. A series of ring compression tests were carried out to obtain friction coefficients of mild steel under lubricants including boric acid, Vaseline, grease and dry conditions. According to Male and Cockcroft …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 34–42 Read article