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215 articles for “Finite Elements Design”
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Analyzing the Influence of Soil-Structure Interaction on High-Speed Rail Embankments: A Plaxis 3D Simulation Study
Abstract: The introduction of high-speed rail (HSR) in India has seen an increase in travel demand and areduction in travel time. However, the stability and deformation characteristics of railwayembankments and soil structure interaction behavior under high-speed design requirements forIndian soil conditions need to be predicted using simplified 3-D finite element modelling. Theobjective of this research is to analyze the rigid ballast-less and flexible ballast-based high-speed railtrack embankments for various critical conditions …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–45 Read article
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Disc Spring Washer: Design and Axisymmetric analysis using ANSYS
Abstract: Disc spring washer has many applications including in wide variety of bolted connections. Disc spring washer consist of a coned disk, which has typical load deflection characteristics. It is especially useful where very large force is desired for small amount of deflection of spring. In this paper, safe design of disc spring washer is obtained using analytical procedure for given value of nominal force. Axisymmetric analysis of disc spring washer …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Design and Development of Ankle Foot Orthosis for Foot Amputated Person by Using Carbon Fibre
Abstract: Ankle and foot orthotics play a pivotal role in the rehabilitation of individuals who have suffered a stroke, aiding in the restoration of their gait and overall mobility. However, optimizing the effectiveness of these orthoses requires a personalized approach that takes into account each patient's unique biomechanical characteristics. This study delves into the innovative use of carbon fiber combined with cost-effective 3-D printing technology to craft custom foot plate orthoses …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 115–121 Read article
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Efficiency Improvement of Permanent Magnet Rotating Electrical Machine (PMREM) with Permanent Magnet Material Selection
Abstract: There are many Permanent Magnet Machines available in the market with the different type of PM material. The rare earth permanent magnet material changes the whole scenario of the market. In comparison with SmCo and AlNiCO magnets, NdFeB magnets have low corrosion resistance. Their chemical reactivity is similar to that of alkaline earth metals like magnesium. Under normal conditions the NdFeB reacts slowly. The reaction is faster at higher temperatures …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Automated Guided Robotic Armed Vehicle (AGRAV)
Abstract: An automated guided vehicle (AGV) with a robotic arm mounted on top is the subject of this paper's prototype. "How to improve material handling in industries while reducing repetitive work and human involvement in pick and place applications" was the issue statement that was kept in mind. The fundamental issue in industries and warehouses where people work to choose and move goods is that their workdays are constrained by human …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Conductive Polymers for Electro-Mechanical Systems: Structure–Property Relationships and Mechanical Behavior Under Stress
Abstract: Conductive polymers represent a unique class of functional materials that combine the electrical characteristics of metals with the mechanical flexibility of polymers. These dual properties are critical for the next generation of electro-mechanical systems, including wearable sensors, soft robotics, structural health monitoring (SHM), and biomedical actuators. However, the mechanical performance of conductive polymers under diverse stress conditions—such as elongation, cyclic loading, bending, and impact—remains a key challenge, limiting their long-term …
Published in International Journal of Electro-Mechanics and Material Behaviour · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Prediction of Depth-Induced Stress Distribution and Maintenance Cost Implications for Submerged Structural Components
Abstract: This study investigates the influence of water depth on stress distribution and structural integrity of submerged mechanical components . Structural models fabricated from mild steel, stainless steel, carbon steel, and copper alloy were examined under hydrostatic loading corresponding to water depths between 30 cm and 150 cm. Results indicate that normal and shear stresses increased proportionally with depth due to intensified hydrostatic pressure. Mild steel exhibited the highest stress concentrations, …
Published in International Journal of Fracture Mechanics and Damage Science · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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Fuel Cell-Powered SRM Driven Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Using Multi-Port Topology
Abstract: AbstractIn recent years, plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles (PHEVs) have received much attention owing to high demand of fuel efficiency and environment protection against the exhaust gas emission. PHEVs combines the merits of the electrical vehicles and hybrid electrical vehicles. In current hybrid vehicles there are three main electrical energy components including generator, battery bank and driving motor, respectively. For plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, an AC-DC converter is also needed to …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 40–52 Read article
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Design and Development of Metallic Isolators for Wedge Lock Mounted Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
Abstract: Wedge lock interfaces are preferred for mounting printed circuit boards (PCBs) in electronic packages of air borne vehicles. Merits of this particular mounting configuration are high mounting stiffness, high vibration dissipation and low thermal interface resistance. However, good amount of vibration dissipation occurs only in the close vicinity of wedge locks provided integral to PCBs; because of which electronic components can be mounted only near the wedge locks on PCB. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 27–34 Read article
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Modelling Initial Design of Steel Portal Frame using ANN
Abstract: Structural Engineering involves the understanding and modeling of natural phenomenon, material behavior and laws of mechanics, intuition, past experience or expertise and knowledge of analysis techniques. Especially in structural design, the difficulty in problem definition and the large number of constraints makes it difficult to program a machine for computerization of the total design process. The analysis of structure is performed based on the initial design and redesign of the …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Optimal Green Design of a Reinforced Cement Concrete Footing
Abstract: The goal of a civil engineer is not only to design, analyse, construct and maintain a safe green environment for the living but also to provide an efficient design which optimizes the use of concrete. The design of footing plays an important role in the design of structures carrying heavy loading. The footing is the vital element of the structure which carries the entire load of the structure and transfer …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–38 Read article
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Codal Validation and Optimization of Gantry Girders Under Variable Wheelbase and Impact Loads: A Review of Analytical, Numerical, and Codal Approaches
Abstract: Gantry girders serve as critical structural elements in industrial facilities such as steel plants, workshops, and heavy manufacturing units, where electric overhead traveling (EOT) cranes operate. The design of these girders is governed by stringent codal provisions to ensure safety under bending, shear, and deflection. However, discrepancies between codal predictions, analytical formulations, and finite element analysis (FEA) results, particularly under variable wheelbase and dynamic impact loads, have been widely reported. …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Review On BIM-Based (Revit+Robot Software) Comparative Wind Load Analysis of High-Rise RCC Buildings in Zone-III, IV and V
Abstract: Wind load is one of the most critical factors influencing the design and serviceability of high-rise reinforced concrete (RCC) buildings. As building height increases, wind-induced effects such as storey drift, lateral displacement, and structural stiffness become dominant design considerations. Numerous studies have been conducted using conventional and advanced techniques such as Finite Element Method (FEM), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Building Information Modelling (BIM). However, limited research focuses on comparative …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 27–41 Read article
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Finite Element Analysis of Thin Shell Loaded at the Center
Abstract: Thin rectangular shell structure with clamped edges subjected to concentrated load at the center is modeled as symmetric structure using ANSYS. The shell structure is examined with different length and width combinations. The SHELL181 element is used to model this structure. In general, the results show good agreement with mechanics of materials’ solutions or design tables’ results. A convergence study of the shell structure shows that 10000 elements are sufficient …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Custom-Made Temporomandibular Joint Replacement Design Process
Abstract: AbstractTemporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a joint of small dimensions composed by two components: condyle, the extremity of mandibular bone, and fossa, in the cranial bone. TMJ is one of the most used human joints, because it is used to talk, eat, and breathe, for example. For this reason, TMJ disorder can significantly impair patient's quality of life. So that, it becomes necessary to replace the natural joint with an alloplastic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Effect Of Sinusoidal and Inverse Sinusoidal Load on The Vibration and Buckling Behaviour of Laminated Composite Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical Trapezoidal Panels
Abstract: Using finite element (FE) techniques, this work analyzes the influence of sinusoidal and inverse sinusoidal stresses on the buckling behavior of trapezoidal laminated composite panels (also known as trapezoidal laminated composite panels). The discretization of the composite panel is accomplished by the use of an eight-noded iso-parametric plate element, which has five degrees of freedom for each node. Due to the incorporation of Higher Order Shear Deformation Theory (HOSDT) into …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 72–84 Read article
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Structural Performance Evaluation of Circular Perforated Plates under Mechanical Loading
Abstract: Circular perforated plates are structurally critical components in aerospace, automotive, and marine sectors, where perforation-induced stress concentrations govern failure under mechanical loading. This study conducts a systematic finite element analysis of stress distribution, deformation, and interlaminar behavior in aluminum and glass-epoxy laminates ([−45/45/90/0]S and [−45/45/90/0]AS) under uniform transverse pressure with clamped-free boundary conditions. Four perforation configurations—no hole, central hole, single-series, and 25-hole grid—were evaluated using ANSYS Shell-181, verified against Kirchhoff–Love, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Implementations and Optimization in Design of Radiant Cooling Concept with Room Floor and Walls
Abstract: AbstractIn this paper, in order to accurately simulate room thermal performance, a coupling strategy between the room floor and wall with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation of the indoor airflow in a room, and the radiation heat transfer among the internal surfaces of its space and wall is calculated. Mostly research of radiant cooling is performed with radiant pipes in floors and ceiling, so we performed our analysis by installing …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Precise Modeling Practice for Avionics PCB in Random Vibration Environment
Abstract: Electronic packaging analysis fraternity makes use of finite element method (FEM) to predict random vibration response experienced by printed circuit board (PCB) of any avionics electronic package. Degree of accuracy associated with such prediction enables the connoisseur to make apt verdict while ascertaining the design adequacy of the package. Achieving accuracy in prediction is dictated by the preciseness associated with the modeling practices adopted in FEM. Precision of a particular …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 51–59 Read article
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Optimization of Lightweight Polymer Composites Using Finite Element Analysis Machine Learning and Topology Optimization Techniques for Aerospace Applications
Abstract: The advancement of aerospace engineering depends on lightweight polymer matrix composites (PMCs) because they help decrease weight while improving fuel efficiency and payload capacity together with increased structural integrity. Research developed a computer program comprising FEA with ANN and TO optimize high-performance PMCs through integrated design approaches. The combination of Python-controlled LS-DYNA simulations measured hybrid composite laminate resistance to impact while an ANN model obtained data from simulations to forecast …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 693–709 Read article