We present the application of differential quadrature(DQ) method for the buckling analysis of nanobeams with exponentially varying stiffness based on four different beam theories of Euler-Bernoulli, Timoshenko, Redd...We present the application of differential quadrature(DQ) method for the buckling analysis of nanobeams with exponentially varying stiffness based on four different beam theories of Euler-Bernoulli, Timoshenko, Reddy, and Levison.The formulation is based on the nonlocal elasticity theory of Eringen. New results are presented for the guided and simply supported guided boundary conditions. Numerical results are obtained to investigate the effects of the nonlocal parameter,length-to-height ratio, boundary condition, and nonuniform parameter on the critical buckling load parameter. It is observed that the critical buckling load decreases with increase in the nonlocal parameter while the critical buckling load parameter increases with increase in the length-to-height ratio.展开更多
A damage detection method for complicated beam-like structures is proposed based on the subsection strain energy method (SSEM), and its applicability condition is introduced. For a beam with the continuously varying...A damage detection method for complicated beam-like structures is proposed based on the subsection strain energy method (SSEM), and its applicability condition is introduced. For a beam with the continuously varying fiexural stiffness and an edge crack, the SSEM is used to detect the crack location effectively by numerical modal shapes. As a complicated beam, the glass fiber-reinforced composite model of a wind turbine blade is studied based on an experimental modal analysis. The SSEM is used to calculate the damage index from the measured modal parameters and locate the damage position in the blade model successfully. The results indicate that the SSEM based on the modal shapes can be used to detect the damages in complicated beams or beam-like structures for engineering applications.展开更多
Modular continuum robots possess significant versatility across various scenarios;however,conventional assembling methods typically rely on linear connection between modules.This limitation can impede the robotic inte...Modular continuum robots possess significant versatility across various scenarios;however,conventional assembling methods typically rely on linear connection between modules.This limitation can impede the robotic interaction capabilities,especially in specific engineering applications.Herein,inspired by the assembling pattern between the femur and tibia in a human knee,we proposed a multidirectional assembling strategy.This strategy encompasses linear,oblique,and orthogonal connections,allowing a two-module continuum robot to undergo in-situ reconfiguration into three distinct initial configurations.To anticipate the final configuration resulting from diverse assembling patterns,we employed the positional formulation finite element framework to establish a mechanical model,and the theoretical results reveal that our customizable strategy can offer an effective route for robotic interactions.We showcased diverse assembling patterns for coping with interaction requirements.The experimental results indicate that our modular continuum robot not only reconfigures its initial profile in situ but also enables on-demand regulation of the final configuration.These capabilities provide a foundation for the future development of modular continuum robots,enabling them to be adaptable to diverse environments,particularly in unstructured surroundings.展开更多
An improved variable cross‐section cantilever beam model for evaluating the time‐varying mesh stiffness(TVMS)of the perfect gear tooth is developed in which the tooth number of driving gear is less than 42 and that ...An improved variable cross‐section cantilever beam model for evaluating the time‐varying mesh stiffness(TVMS)of the perfect gear tooth is developed in which the tooth number of driving gear is less than 42 and that of driven is more than 42.The TVMS obtained by the proposed method is compared with the result without considering the misalignment between the base circle and gear root.Four types of root crack models and changes inTVMS of 13‐crack levels are presented.The fault vibration characteristic of a single‐stage spur gear reducer with root crack is ana-lyzed and the correctness is qualitatively verified by the vibration signals of an experimental gearbox with crack or missing failure.The results presented in this paper are of great significance for a deep understanding of the possible causes of vibration and noise of gears and provide a theoretical foundation for the fault diagnosis of the gearbox.展开更多
文摘We present the application of differential quadrature(DQ) method for the buckling analysis of nanobeams with exponentially varying stiffness based on four different beam theories of Euler-Bernoulli, Timoshenko, Reddy, and Levison.The formulation is based on the nonlocal elasticity theory of Eringen. New results are presented for the guided and simply supported guided boundary conditions. Numerical results are obtained to investigate the effects of the nonlocal parameter,length-to-height ratio, boundary condition, and nonuniform parameter on the critical buckling load parameter. It is observed that the critical buckling load decreases with increase in the nonlocal parameter while the critical buckling load parameter increases with increase in the length-to-height ratio.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China (973 Program)(No. 2007CB714603)
文摘A damage detection method for complicated beam-like structures is proposed based on the subsection strain energy method (SSEM), and its applicability condition is introduced. For a beam with the continuously varying fiexural stiffness and an edge crack, the SSEM is used to detect the crack location effectively by numerical modal shapes. As a complicated beam, the glass fiber-reinforced composite model of a wind turbine blade is studied based on an experimental modal analysis. The SSEM is used to calculate the damage index from the measured modal parameters and locate the damage position in the blade model successfully. The results indicate that the SSEM based on the modal shapes can be used to detect the damages in complicated beams or beam-like structures for engineering applications.
基金supported by the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(Grant No.20220817165030002,No.GXWD2021B03)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52275298 and No.11922203).
文摘Modular continuum robots possess significant versatility across various scenarios;however,conventional assembling methods typically rely on linear connection between modules.This limitation can impede the robotic interaction capabilities,especially in specific engineering applications.Herein,inspired by the assembling pattern between the femur and tibia in a human knee,we proposed a multidirectional assembling strategy.This strategy encompasses linear,oblique,and orthogonal connections,allowing a two-module continuum robot to undergo in-situ reconfiguration into three distinct initial configurations.To anticipate the final configuration resulting from diverse assembling patterns,we employed the positional formulation finite element framework to establish a mechanical model,and the theoretical results reveal that our customizable strategy can offer an effective route for robotic interactions.We showcased diverse assembling patterns for coping with interaction requirements.The experimental results indicate that our modular continuum robot not only reconfigures its initial profile in situ but also enables on-demand regulation of the final configuration.These capabilities provide a foundation for the future development of modular continuum robots,enabling them to be adaptable to diverse environments,particularly in unstructured surroundings.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:11790282,12032017,11802184,11902205,12002221S&T Program of Hebei,Grant/Award Number:20310803DNatural Science Foundation of Hebei Province,Grant/Award Number:A2020210028。
文摘An improved variable cross‐section cantilever beam model for evaluating the time‐varying mesh stiffness(TVMS)of the perfect gear tooth is developed in which the tooth number of driving gear is less than 42 and that of driven is more than 42.The TVMS obtained by the proposed method is compared with the result without considering the misalignment between the base circle and gear root.Four types of root crack models and changes inTVMS of 13‐crack levels are presented.The fault vibration characteristic of a single‐stage spur gear reducer with root crack is ana-lyzed and the correctness is qualitatively verified by the vibration signals of an experimental gearbox with crack or missing failure.The results presented in this paper are of great significance for a deep understanding of the possible causes of vibration and noise of gears and provide a theoretical foundation for the fault diagnosis of the gearbox.