{"title":"Aeroelastic analysis of straight-bladed vertical axis wind turbine blade","authors":"A. Fadlalla, A. Sahin, H. Ouakad, H. Bahaidarah","doi":"10.5937/fme2203512f","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2203512f","url":null,"abstract":"To prevent flutter phenomena in a wind turbine, minimize vibration and increase the blades' life, a systematic analysis is required to investigate the effects between the cyclic aerodynamic loads and the structural performance of the turbine. A dynamic analysis of a straight-bladed vertical axis wind turbine (SB-VAWT) blade is investigated in this paper, and a simplified approach for the energy equations of an Eulerian beam subjected to twist and transverse bending deflections is introduced. The aerodynamic loads are estimated using the double multiple stream tube models. They are introduced into the dynamic model in the aeroelastic coupling, where the structural displacements are fed back to update the aerodynamic loads by utilizing the average acceleration method for the numerical integration of the equations. Reduced order modeling is then imposed based on the first modes of vibration. It is found that the structural displacement has little effect on the aerodynamic loads, and SBVAWTs experience higher transverse displacements compared with those in curved-blade VAWTs.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"30 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87984319","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Adaptive model Predictive control for a magnetic suspension system under initial position dispersions and voltage disturbances","authors":"Fawaz F. Al-Bakri, Salwan Kafaji, H. Ali","doi":"10.5937/fme2201211a","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2201211a","url":null,"abstract":"A nonlinear magnetic suspension system consisting of a mechanical motion and electromagnetic circuit is considered in this paper. An online algorithm that is used to stabilize the suspended mass targeting the desired ball position, ball velocity and coil current is presented. A steady-state condition, in which the ball position, the ball velocity, and the coil current were assumed constant, was used as a reference trajectory for the closed-loop simulations. An adaptive model predictive control method was employed to control the coil voltage while the discrete plant model and operating conditions were changed at each time step. The effectiveness of the proposed control law was validated in the presence of disturbances in initial ball position, steady-state ball position, suspended mass, and voltage using the Monte-Carlo simulation method. The sinusoidal, step, and impulse voltage disturbances were applied consequently to the system while imposing random dispersions of the initial ball position. Numerical results with five hundred trials illustrated that the designed algorithm can stabilize the system and track the desired reference without exceeding the state and input constraints despite the wide range of dispersions in initial ball position, steady-state ball position, suspended mass, and input voltage disturbances.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"82 10 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"88037932","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
M. Babič, P. Wangyao, B. Ster, D. Marinković, C. Fragassa
{"title":"Modelling the surface roughness of steel after laser hardening by using 2D visibility network, convolutional neural networks and genetic programming","authors":"M. Babič, P. Wangyao, B. Ster, D. Marinković, C. Fragassa","doi":"10.5937/fme2203393b","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2203393b","url":null,"abstract":"The surface characterization of materials after Robot Laser Hardening (RLH) is a technically demanding procedure. RLH is commonly used to harden parts, especially when subject to wear. By changing their surface properties, this treatment can offer several benefits such as lower costs for additional machining, no use of cooling agents or chemicals, high flexibility, local hardening, minimal deformation, high accuracy, and automated and integrated process in the production process. However, the surface roughness strongly depends on the heat treatment and parameters used in the process. This article used a network theory approach (i.e., the visibility network in 2D space) to analyze the surface roughness of tool steel EN100083-1 upon RLH. Specifically, two intelligent methods were merged in this investigation. Firstly, a genetic algorithm was applied to derive a relationship between the parameters of the robot laser cell and topological surface properties. Furthermore, convolutional neural networks allowed the assessment of surface roughness based on 2D photographic images.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"46 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75712921","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Nonlinear free vibration analysis of non-uniform axially graded beam on variable elastic foundation","authors":"H. Lohar, A. Mitra","doi":"10.5937/fme2204643l","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2204643l","url":null,"abstract":"The present work investigates the nonlinear free vibration of an axially functionally graded (AFG) beam supported on the variable foundation. The beam geometry is non-uniform, with a linear cross-section variation along the length. The beam material is graded along the axial direction following the power-law relation. A Winkler type of variable elastic foundation is taken, in which variation of stiffness is considered along the length of the foundation. Geometrical nonlinearity produced by the beam's large-amplitude deflection is also considered. To attain the desired objectives, the problem is divided into two parts. The static problem is solved first, then a subsequent free vibration analysis is executed on the statically deformed beam configuration. The governing differential equations of the system are derived using suitable energy methods. A numerical technique of direct substitution with relaxation is utilized to obtain the solution of the derived nonlinear differential equations. A suitable validation study is presented to ensure the appropriateness of the present methodology. Benchmark results are also presented by means of natural frequency, backbone curve, and mode shape plot to investigate the influences of elastic foundation, material gradation, and non-uniform geometry on nonlinear vibration.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"27 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"80148328","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Quality of service management in automotive service stations","authors":"D. Velimirović, C. Duboka, M. Velimirović","doi":"10.5937/fme2201131v","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2201131v","url":null,"abstract":"Quality is the basis of the existence of any modern organization. Delivery of quality products/services satisfying or exceeding consumer expectations is imperative for the success of any organization. Therefore, quality must be managed. The purpose of this work is to establish a model for quality management of vehicle after-sale maintenance activities. To achieve this goal it was first necessary to identify quality indicators. An instrument for quality measurement of after-sale vehicle maintenance activities was afterward established, based on identified quality indicators and theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of quality management, to be followed by a model for quality management. An example of quality management of vehicle maintenance with the implementation of the established model was also presented. The developed methodology may be generalized and applied to other service industries.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"42 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73795804","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Bulatović, V. Aleksić, L. Milović, Bojana Zečević
{"title":"Application of Paris' law under variable loading","authors":"S. Bulatović, V. Aleksić, L. Milović, Bojana Zečević","doi":"10.5937/fme2201072b","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2201072b","url":null,"abstract":"The most important characteristics for service safety of welded joints are those describing crack initiation and growth caused by variable loading. Crack initiation and growth caused by variable loading is the subject of numerous investigations. This paper shows the determination of parameters of the fatigue crack for constituents of welded joints produced of high strength low alloyed steel. The crack growth law of Paris establishes the relation between the applied variable load quantity or the corresponding stress intensity factor range and crack growth per cycle. Results have shown that the position of the notch and crack initiation affect the values of the stress intensity range of fatigue threshold DKth and parameters in the Paris' equation.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"18 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"78386211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Design and development of robot arm system for classification and sorting using machine vision","authors":"V. Cong, L. Hanh, L. Phuong, D. Duy","doi":"10.5937/fme2201181c","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2201181c","url":null,"abstract":"The main focus of this paper is to design and develop a system of two robot arms for classifying and sorting objects based on shape and size using machine vision. The system uses a low-cost and high-performance hierarchical control system including one master and two slaves. Each slave is a robot controller based on a microcontroller that receives commands from the master to control the robot arm independently. The master is an embedded computer used for image processing, kinematic calculations, and communication. A simple and efficient image processing algorithm is proposed that can be implemented in real-time, helping to shorten the time of the sorting process. The proposed method uses a series of algorithms including contour finding, border extraction, centroid algorithm, and shape threshold to recognize objects and eliminate noise. The 3D coordinates of objects are estimated just by solving a linear equation system. Movements of the robot's joints are planned to follow a trapezoidal profile with the acceleration/deceleration phase, thus helping the robots move smoothly and reduce vibration. Experimental evaluation reveals the effectiveness and accuracy of the robotic vision system in the sorting process. The system can be used in the industrial process to reduce the required time to achieve the task of the production line, leading to improve the performance of the production line.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"28 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87405100","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mirko Dinulović, B. Rašuo, Ana Slavković, G. Zajic
{"title":"Flutter analysis of tapered composite fins: Analysis and experiment","authors":"Mirko Dinulović, B. Rašuo, Ana Slavković, G. Zajic","doi":"10.5937/fme2203576d","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2203576d","url":null,"abstract":"In the present work, the aeroelastic stability of tapered composite plates is investigated. Existing flutter models, based on the typical section approach, are reviewed for quasi-steady and unsteady low Mach number axial flows and modified for the thin composite tapered plates. The numerical approach, based on panel vortex methods for flutter analysis, is presented, and results are compared to typical section flutter methods for the tapered composite fins. Experimental work is performed in the subsonic wind tunnel at flow speeds of 20 - 30 m/s range. Good agreement between experimental, analytical, and numerical results is obtained, and it was concluded that the presented methodology could be used for estimating the flutter boundary velocities for the composite thin flat plates.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"18 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81542788","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alexander N. Stadnik, Sergii Podlesny, Svitlana Kaporovych, O. Kabatskyi
{"title":"Spatial transportation of the beam on a bifilar fastening","authors":"Alexander N. Stadnik, Sergii Podlesny, Svitlana Kaporovych, O. Kabatskyi","doi":"10.5937/fme2203548s","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2203548s","url":null,"abstract":"The complex problem of the spatial motion of the \"trolley-beam\" mechanical system is investigated. Three stages are considered: 1) movement of the beam on a bifilar suspension to the movable trolley; 2) movement of the beam after the breakage of one branch of the suspension; 3) movement of the beam after the breakage of the second branch of the suspension. The study was carried out by creating mathematical models for each stage of the system movement and then conducting a numerical experiment using computer algebra. The tension of the ropes is calculated at the first and second stages of the system movement. Their extreme values are determined. The obtained results will be used in the further study of the system to reduce the tension of the rope and oscillation amplitude and to prevent accidents.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"299 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"86761876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Function approximation technique (FAT)-based nonlinear control strategies for smart thin plates with cubic nonlinearities","authors":"H. Al-Shuka, Ehab N. Abbas","doi":"10.5937/fme2201168a","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.5937/fme2201168a","url":null,"abstract":"The current work introduces three nonlinear control solutions for the regulation of a vibrating nonlinear plate considering model uncertainty. These solutions are feedback linearization control (FBL), virtual velocity error-based control (VVEC), and backstepping control (BSC). In the FBL control, a nonlinear control law is designed with linear closed-loop dynamics such that dynamic stability is ensured. Whereas, by the VVEC (or so-called passivity-based approach in the robotics community) the limitations of the feedback linearization are overcome. On the other side, the BSC selects virtual control variables with stabilized intermediate control laws based on Lyapunov theory. Systematic modeling for the target vibrating plate with piezo patches is described. In effect, considering the nonlinear influence makes the resulted mode shapes for the vibrating structure are highly coupled and careful control design is required. Using the Galerkin approach, the partial differential equation for the smart plate is transformed into definite ordinary differential equations; the multi-input multi-output model is established. The aforementioned control strategies are evaluated and investigated in detail. In essence, they are powerful tools for dealing with nonlinear dynamic systems, however, the VVEC could be considered superior in comparison with the FBL control and the BSC since the designed control structure does not include inertia inverse matrix and modal coordinate acceleration that could make computational problems. As a result, simulation experiments were focused on the VVEC strategy, and the latter was implemented on a simply supported thin plate structure with collocated piezo-patches. The results show the validity of the proposed control architecture.","PeriodicalId":12218,"journal":{"name":"FME Transactions","volume":"35 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85468905","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}