Wyszukiwarka
Wyniki wyszukiwania dla: dynamic loads
-
Timber frame houses resistant to dynamic loads - seismic analysis
PublikacjaThe aim of the article is to present results of seismic analysis results of two real-sized timber frame buildings subjected to seismic excitations. The first model was insulated with mineral wool, the second one with polyurethane foam. Technology and specifications involved in both models construction is based on the previously conducted experimental research on timber frame houses, including wall panels tests, wall numerical models...
-
On fatigue safety of metallic elements under static and dynamic loads.
PublikacjaGłównym celem monografii było wyznaczenie współczynników bezpieczeństwa i kryteriów projektowych z uwzględnieniem wpływu obciążeń statycznych oraz naprężeń średnich i resztowych na wytrzymałość zmęczeniową przy obciążeniach okresowych i/lub stochastycznych. Uzyskano to za pomocą wyznaczonych naprężeń równoważnych i równania Soderberga. Otrzymano kryteria w postaci zamkniętej i zgodnej z wzorem Milesa na trwałość zmęczeniową oraz...
-
Consideration of dynamic loads in the determination of axle load spectra for pavement design
PublikacjaAxle load spectra constitute a crucial part of the data for pavement design and pavement distress analysis. Typically, axle load spectra represent static load from vehicles and do not include dynamic loads generated by vehicles in motion. While dynamic loads can significantly contribute to faster pavement distress, this fact is mostly omitted in pavement design methods. The paper presents a methodology for consideration of dynamic...
-
Investigation of behaviour of metal structures with polymer dampers under dynamic loads
PublikacjaA large number of accidents concerning structures subjected to dynamic loads have been recently observed. One of the examples of such a structure is a temporary steel grandstand erected using scaffolding system. Dynamic load that is generated by crowd movement has a significant influence on the behaviour of the structure and may lead to excessive structural vibrations. The aim of the study is to consider the idea of using polymer...
-
Analysis od dynamic loads on lightweight footbridge caused by lorry passing underneath
PublikacjaW artykule przedstawiono analizę drgań lekkiej kładki dla pieszych wywołanych przejazdem ciężarówki z dużą prędkością pod spodem konstrukcji.
-
Effect of pavement roughness and vehicle dynamic loads on decrease of fatigue life of flexible pavements
PublikacjaDue to the fact that pavement surfaces are not ideally even, dynamic loads of vehicle axles deviate from static loads. Higher dynamic loads contribute to faster pavement distress. The distribution of dynamic loads is similar to normal distribution and can be described by static load and factors DI (dynamic impact) and DLC (dynamic load coefficient). With the deterioration of pavement condition its evenness decreases as well and...
-
Timber-frame house resistant to dynamic loads - analysis of wall panel filled with polyurethane foam
PublikacjaThe present study shows the experimentally and numerically determined response of a single timber-frame house wall panel filled with polyurethane (PU) foam under dynamic loads. The harmonic tests were conducted for the following frequencies: 0.5 Hz, 1.0 Hz, 2.0 Hz and 5.0 Hz for various values of the specified displacement. Based on the results of the comparison between the experimental tests and the numerical analyses, the numerical...
-
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY OF TIMBER-FRAME HOUSES RESISTANT TO DYNAMIC LOADS – STUDY ON MODELS OF EXTERIOR WALLS
PublikacjaThe aim of this paper is to show the numeric representation of experimental studies concerning the behaviour of exterior wall models of a timber-frame house under harmonic loading. A single wall model according to traditional technology of timberframe house walls (filling with mineral wool) was tested. The analysis was conducted for the following frequencies: 0.5 Hz, 1.0 Hz, 2.0 Hz and 5.0 Hz for various values of the specified...
-
Model Based Monitoring of Dynamic Loads and Remaining Useful Life Prediction in Rolling Mills and Heavy Machinery
Publikacja -
Problemy drgań trybun stalowych poddanych oddziaływaniom dynamicznym = Vibration problems of steel grandstands under dynamic loads
PublikacjaW niniejszym artykule przedstawione zostały wyniki badań eksperymentalnych i analiz numerycznych dotyczące zachowania się trybun stalowych poddanych oddziaływaniom dynamicznym. Z uwagi na coraz bardziej powszechne stosowanie tych konstrukcji jako wyposażenia np. stadionów sportowych oraz na ich obciążenie tłumem ludzi trybuny stalowe są konstrukcjami stale narażonymi na oddziaływania dynamiczne. Lekkie i smukłe elementy z jakich...
-
Contribution of dynamic vehicle loads to pavement failure
PublikacjaPavement surfaces are not ideally even, which causes dynamic loads of vehicle axles. Distribution of dynamic loads of a given axle is similar to normal distribution and can be described by static load and dynamic load coefficient. The dynamic load coefficient depends on road profile, vehicle speed, properties of suspensions and static load of axle. While for a given road section road profile remains constant, vehicle speed and...
-
Dynamic analysis of the railway bridge span under moving loads
PublikacjaThe first part of this paper provides a review of the state of knowledge of the dynamic behaviour of railway bridges under moving loads. Particular attention is paid to developments in modelling railway bridge loading and dynamic vehicle-span (structure) interaction. The most important aspects determining the advancements in this area of knowledge are identified. The contemporary techniques for defining bridge span finite element...
-
Nonlocalized thermal behavior of rotating micromachined beams under dynamic and thermodynamic loads
PublikacjaRotating micromachined beams are one of the most practical devices with several applications from power generation to aerospace industries. Moreover, recent advances in micromachining technology have led to huge interests in fabricating miniature turbines, gyroscopes and microsensors thanks to their high quality/reliability performances. To this end, this article is organized to examine the axial dynamic reaction of a rotating...
-
Fatigue ''safe-life'' criterion for metal elements under multiaxial static and dynamic random loads.
PublikacjaRozpatrywane jest stacjonarne naprężenie, którego kartezjańskie składowe są zadane w postaci sumy losowej wartości średniej i procesu stochastycznego o znanych charakterystykach probabilistycznych. Dla uwzględnienia naprężenia średniego wykorzystano uogólnioną formułę Soderberga dla materiałów ciągliwych. Zdefiniowano naprężenie równoważne o okresowych (w sensie średniokwadratowym) składowych i sformułowano kryterium zmęczenia,...
-
Krzysztof Wilde prof. dr hab. inż.
OsobyKrzysztof Wilde (ur. 11 I 1966 r. w Gdańsku) – specjalista z zakresu mostownictwa, mechaniki budowli, diagnostyki i geodezyjnego monitoringu konstrukcji inżynierskich. Prowadził badania ukierunkowane na opracowanie systemów redukcji drgań obiektów mostowych wywołanych działaniem wiatru i trzęsieniami ziemi. Prowadzi badania naukowe i prace rozwojowe związane z implementacją urządzeń i technologii diagnostyki nieniszczącej w obiektach...
-
Dynamic Research of Masonry Vault in a Technical Scale
PublikacjaThe paper presents preliminary results of dynamic tests of the masonry barrel vault in a technical scale. Experimental studies are intended to identify material properties of homogenized masonry vaults under dynamic loads. The aim of the work is to create numerical models to analyse vault’s dynamic response to dynamic loads in a simplest and accurate way. The process of building the vault in a technical scale is presented in the...
-
Experimental study on static and dynamic properties of polymer mass
PublikacjaA new method of repairing damaged structures by filling the cracks with a specially prepared polymer mass has been recently proposed. This new and innovative technique, known as the Flexible Joint Method (FJM), is mainly dedicated to masonries and historical objects, where minimum intervention is permitted. The flexible joint bonds the disrupted elements and ensures further safe exploitation of a damaged structure. The aim of the...
-
Static and dynamic concrete calculations: Breakable aggregates in DEM model
PublikacjaThe paper deals with the calculations of a 3-point bending beam under static and dynamic loads. The real microstructure was obtained from laboratory tests using micro-tomography images. The quasi-static results were compared directly with experimental data at both macro and micro levels. Subsequently, higher strain rates were applied to investigate dynamic effects. The study focused on the influence of dynamic loading on the macroscopic...
-
Analysis and Comparison of Safety of Children and Adult Passenger in Car Based on Crash Tests Results
PublikacjaMost important features of the child seat were presented. There was made analysis of selected dynamic loads acting on mannequins heads during a collision. Comparison of loads acting on the kid in a child seat and the other passengers in a car is presented. In analysis of the results particular attention has been paid on the children's secure in a car. The phenomena of collision child's occipital bone with seat backrest was described....
-
DYNAMIC ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF VIBRATION ON HISTORICAL BUILDINGS - AN OWN PROJECT OF EXTERNAL STAIRCASE
PublikacjaThis article presents numerical simulations that concern modeling of interaction of the external staircase’s construction with the observation deck on historic water tower located at Gdansk University of Technology. The interaction occurring according to various methods of the staircase's construction support on the wall of the historic tower was compared. The external staircase that allows for entering onto the monument was subjected...
-
Impact of Geometrical Imperfections on Estimation of Buckling and Limit Loads in a Silo Segment Using the Vibration Correlation Technique
PublikacjaThe paper examines effectiveness of the vibration correlation technique which allows determining the buckling or limit loads by means of measured natural frequencies of structures. A steel silo segment with a corrugated wall, stiffened with cold-formed channel section columns was analysed. The investigations included numerical analyses of: linear buckling, dynamic eigenvalue and geometrically static non-linear problems. Both perfect...
-
Dynamic analysis of temporary steel grandstand subjected to human-induced excitations due to jumping
PublikacjaSteel grandstands are structures that are frequently used during sport games and many other non-sporting events, such as festivals, music concerts, or even politicians rallies, with participation of a large number of attendees. Unfortunately, the presence of unexpected excessive dynamic loads due to unpredictable behaviour of spectators (e.g. synchronized harmonic jumping or swaying) may lead to...
-
Modal Analysis of a Steel Radial Gate Exposed to Different Water Levels
PublikacjaWith the increase in water retention needs and planned river regulation, it might be important to investigate the dynamic resistance of vulnerable elements of hydroelectric power plants, including steel water locks. The most frequent dynamic loads affecting hydroengineering structures in Poland include vibrations caused by heavy road and railway traffic, piling works and mining tremors. More destructive dynamic loads, including...
-
3D intact knee model used in analysis of the medial meniscus biomechanics in the osteoarthritic knee joint - input text file for computation
Dane BadawczeThe finite element method was used to simulate the stance phase of the gait cycle. An intact knee model with original geometry and material parametetrs was prepared based on magnetic resonance scans of the left knee joint of a healthy volunteer. The file was created in Abaqus 6.14-2, but can be read in a text editor.
-
Structural Dynamics and Stability of Composite Structures
PublikacjaThis an editorial for a special Issue devoted to the application of dynamic and stability analysis of composite structures. In structural applications, past few decades have seen outstanding advances in the use of composite materials including Functionally Graded Materials (FGM). Most structures, whether they are used in civil, marine, or aerospace engineering, are subjected to dynamic loads during their operation.Therefore, dynamic...
-
The initial selection of parameters for dynamic brake for car engine test dynamometer
PublikacjaThe article presents an analysis of the car engine loads. The aim of the analysis was to determine the parameters of the brake / electric motor on an engine test bad. Analysis of loads on the driving tests concerned on chassis dynamo to simulate them on an engine dynamometer. To check the range of dynamometer shaft angular acceleration inertial mass of a car was reduced on the crankshaft axis. The calculations of maximum shaft...
-
Optimization of the Relative Humidity of Reactant Gases in Hydrogen Fuel Cells Using Dynamic Impedance Measurements
PublikacjaWater management is a key factor affecting the efficiency of proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). The currently used monitoring methods of PEMFCs provide limited information about which processes or components that humidity has a significant impact upon. Herein, we propose the use of a novel approach of impedance measurements using a multi-sinusoidal perturbation signal, which enables impedance measurements under dynamic...
-
Prevention of resonance oscillations in gear mechanisms using non-circular gears
PublikacjaOne of the main disadvantages of gear mechanisms is the occurrence of noise and vibrations. This study investigated the applicability of non-circular gears for preventing resonance oscillations in gear mechanisms. The influence of a small deviation of the gear centrodes from the nominal circles on kinematic and oscillatory characteristics was analysed. It was shown that a larger deviation results in a smaller resonance amplitude...
-
Control of the bridge span vibration with high coefficient passive damper. Theoretical consideration and application
PublikacjaThe research was carried out due to the problem of vibration on the lively pedestrian drawbridge across the Motlawa River in the city of Gdansk. In the design stage, the main span of the footbridge showed unfavorable dynamic properties, which may create a comfort problem for pedestrians. The first vertical bending eigenfrequency was recognized as 1.64 Hz. The original design of the footbridge was equipped with a driving cylinder...
-
3D model of osteoarthritic (OA) knee joint for analysis of the medial meniscus biomechanics - input text file for computation
Dane BadawczeThe finite element method was used to simulate the stance phase of the gait cycle. An intact knee model was prepared based on magnetic resonance scans of the left knee joint of a healthy volunteer. In the OA model thickness of articular cartilage and material parameters of the cartilage and menisci were reduced to simulate degenerative changes in the...
-
3D knee model G with reduced thickness of articular cartilage - input text file for computation
Dane BadawczeThe finite element method was used to simulate the stance phase of the gait cycle. An intact knee model was prepared based on magnetic resonance scans of the left knee joint of a healthy volunteer. In the model G articular cartilage thickness was reduced in specific areas to simulate degenerative changes in the medial knee osteoarthritis. The file was...
-
3D knee model M with decreased material parameters of the cartilage and menisci - input text file for computation
Dane BadawczeThe finite element method was used to simulate the stance phase of the gait cycle. An intact knee model was prepared based on magnetic resonance scans of the left knee joint of a healthy volunteer. In the model M the material parameters of cartilage and menisci were reduced to simulate degenerative changes in the medial knee osteoarthritis. The file...
-
Dynamic analysis of temporary steel grandstand equipped with different types of bracing system
PublikacjaIn the paper, behaviour of a temporary steel grandstand equipped with two different types of bracing system has been analysed through the numerical study. A typical solution concerning application of a diagonal tubular members has been compared with elements proposed by authors and called polymer dampers. A polymer element consists of two L-shape steel members bonded with polymer mass. The aim of the paper is to verify the effectiveness...
-
Wpływ równości nawierzchni i dynamicznego oddziaływania pojazdów ciężkich na trwałość zmęczeniową nawierzchni podatnych
PublikacjaPodczas ruchu pojazdu obserwuje się odchylenia nacisków osi pojazdów od nacisku statycznego, co jest spowodowane nierównościami nawierzchni. Dynamiczne obciążenia pojazdów w większym stopniu wytężają konstrukcję nawierzchni drogowej. Rozkład obciążeń dynamicznych ma kształt rozkładu normalnego i jest opisywany poprzez obciążenie statyczne oraz wskaźniki dynamiczne DI lub DLC. Wraz z pogorszeniem równości i zwiększeniem prędkości...
-
Simplified stability analysis of steel cylindrical silos with corrugated walls and vertical columns
PublikacjaIn the paper a simplified stability analysis of steel cylindrical silos composed of corru¬gated walls and vertical open-sectional columns was proposed. The whole 3D silo was modeled as a single column resting on elastic foundation provided by the silo walls. In proposed formula for the calculation of the foundation stiffness the curvature of the silo walls was taken into account. Three different analyses were carried out using...
-
THE INFLUENCE OF POLYMER STRIPS IN REDUCTION OF A STEEL GRANDSTAND VIBRATIONS
PublikacjaGrandstands are types of structures commonly used during sport events or music concerts. Dynamic loads generated by crowd movement may have significant influence on human perception as well as may lead to the destruction of a structure. Lighter and more slender structural steel members are more easily excitable by spectators. If the synchronized movement is tuned with the natural frequency of the affected part of the structure,...
-
Simplified approach to assess the dynamic response of a container ship subjected to bow slamming load
PublikacjaSimplified approach to assess the dynamic response of a container ship subjected to the bow slamming load, resulting in a transient vibratory response, typically called a 'whip-ping', is presented. The accurate numerical modelling is very complex and involves cou-pling of the hydrodynamic and structural solution at every time step, leading to huge com-putational and workload cost. Thus, the one-way coupling methodology is adopted,...
-
Experimental study on the effectiveness of polymer dampers in reduction of structural vibrations
PublikacjaVibrations of civil engineering structures, generated by dynamic loads, may be very dangerous to the structures themselves as well as may have significant influence on human perception and comfort. A number of different methods have been proposed in order to minimize such situations. This concern newly designed structures as well as those which dynamic properties have to be modified due to problems with excessive vibrations. One...
-
VIBRATION PROBLEMS OF AN EXAMPLE OF TEMPORARY STEEL GRANDSTAND UNDER HUMAN-INDUCED EXCITATION
PublikacjaLighter and slender structural members of a typical grandstand leads to a significant reduction in the frequencies, that is why such structures are more easily induced to vibrations. The aim of the present paper is to show the results of our experimental studies and the numerical analyses, focused on the behaviour of a part of a typical temporary steel grandstand under dynamic loads. The peak values of accelerations of a steel...
-
Correlation between natural frequencies and buckling load in a stiffened shell
PublikacjaThe paper deals with correlation between natural frequencies and buckling load of a stiffened shell composed of corrugated sheets and vertical stiffeners (columns). The simplified shell segment represents the buckling behaviour of a whole silo with sparsely distributed columns. The paper covers variants of linear buckling anal-yses, dynamic eigenvalue analyses and geometrically non-linear analyses of a segment modelled with shell...
-
A COMPARISON OF THE WIND SPECTRUM ACCORDING TO DIFFERENT METHODS - AN ORIGINAL PROJECT OF A BUILDING ON A CLIFF IN GDYNIA
PublikacjaThe article presents numerical simulations of the dynamic wind loads on the structure of a building designed on a cliff in Gdynia. The results obtained from the two methods: Davenport’s and Karman’s are compared. The results allowed a comparison of the two methods, and they provided an answer to the question how a construction, designed in such an unusual condition of a cliff behaves under the influence of the gusting wind. The...
-
Derivation of the scaling laws used in geotechnical centrifuge modelling-application of dimensional analysis and Buckingham Π theorem
PublikacjaGeotechnical centrifuge modelling has been a world-wide used technology in physical tests. In this paper a derivation of scaling laws by dimensional analysis for the centrifugal modelling is presented. Basic principles of centrifuge modelling are described. Scaling laws for slow events like consolidation and fast events like dynamic loads are shown. The differences in scale factors for both processes are noticed. The aim of this...
-
Vibration monitoring of structures in the light of the Polish and international requirements
PublikacjaThe paper concerns the wide range of strategies used to protect structures against man-made dynamic excitation. The most popular approaches applied worldwide are compared, and the main differences and similarities are summarized. The literature studies are supported by the results of the measurements performed on different types of real structures, which are sensitive and insensitive to the dynamic load. To make the conclusions...
-
Selected problems of sensitivity and reliability of a jack-up platform
PublikacjaThe paper deals with sensitivity and reliability applications to numerical studies of an off-shore platform model. Structural parameters and sea conditions are referred to the Baltic jack-up drilling platform. The study aims at the influence of particular basic variables on static and dynamic response as well as the probability of failure due to water waves and wind loads. The paper presents the sensitivity approach to a generalized...
-
The impact of air humidity on the operation of proton exchange membrane fuel cells determined using dynamic electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
PublikacjaThis paper describes the changes in the fuel cell impedance across a range of current loads and humidity changes. The changes of each equivalent circuit parameters representing specific processes occurring in fuel cells, as a function of humidity and current changes, were determined. Within the combined scope of current and humidity, the optimal working conditions of the cells were determined, corresponding to the lowest impedance...
-
Experimental study on effectiveness of polymer dampers in reduction of structural vibrations
PublikacjaVibrations of civil engineering structures, generated by dynamic loads, may be very dangerous to the structures themselves as well as may have significant influence on human perception and comfort. A number of different methods have been proposed in order to minimize such situations. This concern newly designed structures as well as those which dynamic properties have to be modified due to problems with excessive vibrations. One...
-
Investigation on Damage-Involved Structural Response of Colliding Steel Structures during Ground Motions
PublikacjaEarthquakes are the most unpredictable damaging loads which can affect civil engineering structures. Due to insufficient separation distance between adjacent structures with different dynamic properties, structural collisions may occur during ground motions. Although the research on structural pounding has recently been much advanced, the studies have mainly been conducted for concrete structures. The aim of this paper is to show...
-
Application of polymer element in reduction of temporary steel grandstand vibrations
PublikacjaThe numerical analysis focused on reduction of vibrations of a temporary steel scaffolding grandstand has been conducted in this paper. These types of structures are regularly subjected to dynamic loads which, in conjunction with light and quite slender structural members, may induce dangerous vibrations. To increase their safety, temporary steel grandstands are usually strengthened with the diagonal stiffeners of tubular cross...
-
Models of Structures in Didactics
PublikacjaThe final aim of teaching students subjects, such as structural mechanics, reinforced concrete, and steel structures is to teach them how structures work in a given building as well as to provide them with skills enabling them to calculate and design structures. The behavioral model of the structure, contrary to the architectural model, which focuses mainly on the external form of the building, shows workings from both the static...
-
An experimental study on polymer mass
PublikacjaA new method of repairing damaged structures by filling the cracks with specially prepared polymer mass has been recently proposed. The technique is mainly dedicated to historical objects where minimum intervention is permitted. The flexible joint bonds the disrupted elements and ensures further safe exploitation of a damaged structure. The aim of the present paper is to show the results of an experimental study on polymer mass...