Abstract The present work evaluates the occupant safety and the mechanical behavior of the Jute-Epoxy-Glass hybrid composite materials and to carry out dynamic analysis of an automobile car frontal components like Bumper beam by using Jute-Epoxy-Glass Hybrid composite material by FE approach. In the present study, HYPERMESH and LS-DYNA software is employed to obtain a better composite material. Durability, NVH, Crash safety and Aesthetics are some of the important vehicle attributes that need to be meet the vehicle manufacturer. While the crash safety for NHTSA requires the G level should be less then 40G'S at the occupant seat. Initially manufacturing of 4 ply, 6 ply (Jute-Epoxy) and 5 ply (Jute-Glass-Epoxy) laminates is done and there characterization is done under Quasi static (1mm/min) and Impact High strain rate loading (100mm/min and 200mm/min) for tensile tests. The mechanical properties obtained are set for the existing bumper beam of a meshed model. For bumper beam of a car with a given velocity of 56 km/h according to the NHTSA high speed crash test. For a high speed crash speed test of bumper beam the G levels is taken into consideration so that the G levels acting upon the occupant doesn't cross 40 G'S as safer. The results obtained from high strain rate of 200mm/min tensile tests explore to bumper beam for which G level acting on the occupant is 35 G's for hybrid jute glass epoxy with 6mm thickness which is found to be best suited composite material which is safer for the occupant and also the weight reduction is also considered where conventionally used steel is 6.6 kgs and the hybrid material of Jute-Glass-Epoxy is 2.9 kgs these weight savings leads to fuel efficiency of the car. Keywords: Hybrid composites, NHTSA, Ls-Dyna, High strain rate And G levels etc…
IMPACT ANALYSIS OF ALUMINUM HONEYCOMB SANDWICH PANEL BUMPER BEAM: A REVIEW ijiert bestjournal
Bumper is a energy absorbing protective element whi ch absorb the energy in front collision and protect valuable parts like radiator etc. Bumper is act like protect ive shield generally made of steel material. As eco nomic point of view and to reduce consumption of fuel manufacturin g of light weight vehicle is requirement of current situation. Application of composite material in automobile sec tor is now day common thing. Aluminum honeycomb san dwich panel is basically material from aerospace industri es and known for its high strength to weight ratio. Sandwich structure basically having its properties due to ge ometry. To determine various properties of sandwich structure conducting experiments is expensive,so generally F EA is used .However complex geometry is hurdle so t here are various theories are available for simplification o f model. These theories convert 3D model in to homo genous model .As far as concerning India manufacturing rate of s andwich structure is very less,so generally cost i s more. Greatest giant manufacturer is china we can observe their bu llet train and metro transport facility constructio n. Recently in march 2014 largest selling Indian cars are failed in NCap test in 100% frontal crash test. So requirement of more energy absorbing material with economy cons ideration is important.
REDUCTION OF IMPACT EFFECT ON CAR BUMPER USING MEMORY SHAPE ALLOY PADS.Ijripublishers Ijri
Bumper is one of the most important parts in passenger cars for which the material and structure should
be considered in order to reduce the impact of collision. Since suitable impact strength is the main expectation
for such a structure, the authors survey the variables that directly give impact characteristics and
wished for easily achievable modifications resulting from impact modeling on commercial bumpers. Many
researchers have studied that accident always occurs in front side. The impressed the authors to study
and analyses the component related to frontal crash and therefore, the authors selected bumper.
Aim of the project work is reduce the effort of car bumper by introducing honey comb structure instead of
regular rubber block as impact block.
Review on Design and Analysis of Front BumperYogeshIJTSRD
Proper design of front bumper is essential in safeguarding engine bay during low impact collisions. The energy absorption characteristics of bumpers should be good enough to absorb impact energy without causing any damage to internal parts. The current research studies the various analysis conducted on front bumper using numerical and experimental techniques to determine the effect of various composite materials, high strength sheet moulding compounds and reinforced rib on improving energy absorption characteristics of bumper. J Chakravarthi | Dr. Alok Sharma "Review on Design & Analysis of Front Bumper" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-3 , April 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd39989.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/mechanical-engineering/39989/review-on-design-and-analysis-of-front-bumper/j-chakravarthi
IMPACT ANALYSIS OF ALUMINUM HONEYCOMB SANDWICH PANEL BUMPER BEAM: A REVIEW ijiert bestjournal
Bumper is a energy absorbing protective element whi ch absorb the energy in front collision and protect valuable parts like radiator etc. Bumper is act like protect ive shield generally made of steel material. As eco nomic point of view and to reduce consumption of fuel manufacturin g of light weight vehicle is requirement of current situation. Application of composite material in automobile sec tor is now day common thing. Aluminum honeycomb san dwich panel is basically material from aerospace industri es and known for its high strength to weight ratio. Sandwich structure basically having its properties due to ge ometry. To determine various properties of sandwich structure conducting experiments is expensive,so generally F EA is used .However complex geometry is hurdle so t here are various theories are available for simplification o f model. These theories convert 3D model in to homo genous model .As far as concerning India manufacturing rate of s andwich structure is very less,so generally cost i s more. Greatest giant manufacturer is china we can observe their bu llet train and metro transport facility constructio n. Recently in march 2014 largest selling Indian cars are failed in NCap test in 100% frontal crash test. So requirement of more energy absorbing material with economy cons ideration is important.
REDUCTION OF IMPACT EFFECT ON CAR BUMPER USING MEMORY SHAPE ALLOY PADS.Ijripublishers Ijri
Bumper is one of the most important parts in passenger cars for which the material and structure should
be considered in order to reduce the impact of collision. Since suitable impact strength is the main expectation
for such a structure, the authors survey the variables that directly give impact characteristics and
wished for easily achievable modifications resulting from impact modeling on commercial bumpers. Many
researchers have studied that accident always occurs in front side. The impressed the authors to study
and analyses the component related to frontal crash and therefore, the authors selected bumper.
Aim of the project work is reduce the effort of car bumper by introducing honey comb structure instead of
regular rubber block as impact block.
Review on Design and Analysis of Front BumperYogeshIJTSRD
Proper design of front bumper is essential in safeguarding engine bay during low impact collisions. The energy absorption characteristics of bumpers should be good enough to absorb impact energy without causing any damage to internal parts. The current research studies the various analysis conducted on front bumper using numerical and experimental techniques to determine the effect of various composite materials, high strength sheet moulding compounds and reinforced rib on improving energy absorption characteristics of bumper. J Chakravarthi | Dr. Alok Sharma "Review on Design & Analysis of Front Bumper" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-3 , April 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd39989.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/mechanical-engineering/39989/review-on-design-and-analysis-of-front-bumper/j-chakravarthi
Modeling, simulation and optimization analysis of steering knuckle component ...eSAT Journals
Abstract Light weight and low fuel consumption are the two main demands for a vehicle, particularly for a race car. Steering knuckle, as one of the critical components of a race car, is the main subject in the present study. A light weight and optimized design of steering knuckle is proposed to be used for an EIMARace race car; a small high-performance formula-style car, with suitable material selection as well as valid finite element analysis and optimization studies. First part of this study involves modeling of steering knuckles and analysis of the stresses and displacement under actual load conditions. A CAD and FEA software; SolidWorks, is applied for modeling as well as for static analysis studies. Shape optimization is the second part of this study, utilizing solid Thinking software from Altair Engineering packages. The improved design obtained had achieved 45.8% reduction of mass while meeting the strength requirement. Keywords: Steering knuckle, FEA, Optimization, Race car.
IMPACT ANALYSIS OF TOYOTA LAND CRUISER CAR BUMPER USING ANSYS AUTODYN 3DAM Publications
The present work deals with the geometrical development of the existing metallic car bumper then the same is analyzed for frontal impact analysis then the alternate material with composite combination will be developed in the CAD software then these alternative models of the bumper will be analyzed for frontal impact analysis then the best suitable bumper with composite combinations will proposed for the bumper which can reduce impact effect. By considering few important parameters including material, thickness, and impact condition will be studied for design and analysis of an automotive front bumper to improve the crashworthiness design in low-velocity impact. Modelling to determine the maximum deformation, von mises stress and energy-absorption behavior. The mentioned characteristics are compared to each other to find best choice of material, shape and thickness. An FE modelling of the bumper with the specific load and boundary conditions are analyzed using ANSYS AUTODYN 3D explicit nonlinear tool.
Model development and the shape optimization analysis of a rear knuckle for r...eSAT Journals
Abstract Automotive motorsport sector demands lightweight car component that directly contributes to fuel efficiency of a race car. Currently, EIMA Race Car got issues with the car weight. The current knuckle is heavy and did not undergo design process and analysis. The race cars need to compete with others in a 15 laps of endurance race. Refueling is prohibited during the race, thus it is very important to ensure the parts are in top condition and lightweight. By using the selected method and optimization tool for the rear knuckle, this paper looks into the design and development of a knuckle for EIMA race car. Solidworks has been used as a design tool and analysis process. The final design then undergoes an optimization process and the proposed design has been fabricated. The result can be considered successful as the new design is 70% lighter than the current rear knuckle. Keywords: Product Design, simulation, race car knuckle, lightweight, optimization.
In this research work, suitable lightweight material is found for chassis frame by analyzing chassis with different
materials like structural steel, aluminum alloy and Epoxy E-Glass UD composite materials. The selected material should have the
sufficient strength to carry the load coming on to the chassis when it is supporting the vehicle. With reduction in the weight of the
chassis, reduces the overall weight of the vehicle, which leads to the reduction in fuel. Thus, the usage of lightweight materials in
manufacturing of chassis frame has the advantages. The materials used should help in reducing the weight of the vehicle while
maintaining the necessary strength for supporting the expected load acting on the frame under various operating conditions.
ANSYS finite element software is used to analyze the performance of the chassis with different materials. The 3D model of the
chassis frame is developed by SOLIDWORKS software and numerical analysis is carried out by ANSYS. The model of the ladder
frame is developed using generic specifications. The FEM analysis was done on chassis frame for its deformation and stresses by
applying maximum load. The von-misses stresses, strain and deformations of the chassis with structural steel, aluminum alloy and
composite materials are compared. Composite materials are observed to be better with less weight with similar performance. It is
found that composite (E-glass) is more preferable material for chassis frame.
Design and Optimization of Front Underrun Protection DeviceIOSR Journals
Front Under run Protection Device is tested for car occupant safety by performing Crash analysis
with 800 kg (mass of the car) hitting the Front Underrun Protection Device with certain velocity and analyzing
its performance and changing design to improve the crash results. Optimization is carried out to improve the
crash results for safety of passenger. To reduce number of iterations during the development process, the
computational simulation method is used in Front Underrun Protection Device analysis for impact loading. An
explicit finite element code like LS Dyna is used for the simulation. This paper explains the FE analysis of Front
Underrun Protection Device for impact loading. All the results obtained from the CAE analysis are evaluated
against the requirements of IS 14812-2005 which could reduce the process development time and cost.
Unigraphics(NX.8) for modeling Front Underrun Protection Device and Preprocessing in Hypermesh and LS
DYNA for Crash Analysis (solving), results are viewed in Hyper view.Altair Optistruct is used for weight
reduction and change in design of Front under run protection device.
Structural Damage and Maintenance Day 1tti-sharmila
The aim of this presentation is to provide a consistent test/fail guideline for light and heavy vehicle inspections that are in line with the RTA Guide.
Crash Analysis of Front under Run Protection Device using Finite Element Anal...IOSR Journals
Under-running of passenger vehicles is one of the important parameters to be considered during
design and development of truck chassis. Front Under-run Protection Device (FUPD) plays an important role
in avoiding under-running of vehicles from front side of a truck. An explicit finite element software Altair
Radio's is used in FUPD analysis for impact loading. The deformation of FUPD bar and plastic strains in
FUPD components are determined in the impact analysis for predicting failure of the system to meet the
compliance requirements as per IS 14812-2005. Additionally, failure analysis of the FUPD attachment points
with chassis is determined. Physical testing can be reduced significantly with this approach which ultimately
reduces the total cycle time as well as the cost involved in product development.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Modeling, simulation and optimization analysis of steering knuckle component ...eSAT Journals
Abstract Light weight and low fuel consumption are the two main demands for a vehicle, particularly for a race car. Steering knuckle, as one of the critical components of a race car, is the main subject in the present study. A light weight and optimized design of steering knuckle is proposed to be used for an EIMARace race car; a small high-performance formula-style car, with suitable material selection as well as valid finite element analysis and optimization studies. First part of this study involves modeling of steering knuckles and analysis of the stresses and displacement under actual load conditions. A CAD and FEA software; SolidWorks, is applied for modeling as well as for static analysis studies. Shape optimization is the second part of this study, utilizing solid Thinking software from Altair Engineering packages. The improved design obtained had achieved 45.8% reduction of mass while meeting the strength requirement. Keywords: Steering knuckle, FEA, Optimization, Race car.
IMPACT ANALYSIS OF TOYOTA LAND CRUISER CAR BUMPER USING ANSYS AUTODYN 3DAM Publications
The present work deals with the geometrical development of the existing metallic car bumper then the same is analyzed for frontal impact analysis then the alternate material with composite combination will be developed in the CAD software then these alternative models of the bumper will be analyzed for frontal impact analysis then the best suitable bumper with composite combinations will proposed for the bumper which can reduce impact effect. By considering few important parameters including material, thickness, and impact condition will be studied for design and analysis of an automotive front bumper to improve the crashworthiness design in low-velocity impact. Modelling to determine the maximum deformation, von mises stress and energy-absorption behavior. The mentioned characteristics are compared to each other to find best choice of material, shape and thickness. An FE modelling of the bumper with the specific load and boundary conditions are analyzed using ANSYS AUTODYN 3D explicit nonlinear tool.
Model development and the shape optimization analysis of a rear knuckle for r...eSAT Journals
Abstract Automotive motorsport sector demands lightweight car component that directly contributes to fuel efficiency of a race car. Currently, EIMA Race Car got issues with the car weight. The current knuckle is heavy and did not undergo design process and analysis. The race cars need to compete with others in a 15 laps of endurance race. Refueling is prohibited during the race, thus it is very important to ensure the parts are in top condition and lightweight. By using the selected method and optimization tool for the rear knuckle, this paper looks into the design and development of a knuckle for EIMA race car. Solidworks has been used as a design tool and analysis process. The final design then undergoes an optimization process and the proposed design has been fabricated. The result can be considered successful as the new design is 70% lighter than the current rear knuckle. Keywords: Product Design, simulation, race car knuckle, lightweight, optimization.
In this research work, suitable lightweight material is found for chassis frame by analyzing chassis with different
materials like structural steel, aluminum alloy and Epoxy E-Glass UD composite materials. The selected material should have the
sufficient strength to carry the load coming on to the chassis when it is supporting the vehicle. With reduction in the weight of the
chassis, reduces the overall weight of the vehicle, which leads to the reduction in fuel. Thus, the usage of lightweight materials in
manufacturing of chassis frame has the advantages. The materials used should help in reducing the weight of the vehicle while
maintaining the necessary strength for supporting the expected load acting on the frame under various operating conditions.
ANSYS finite element software is used to analyze the performance of the chassis with different materials. The 3D model of the
chassis frame is developed by SOLIDWORKS software and numerical analysis is carried out by ANSYS. The model of the ladder
frame is developed using generic specifications. The FEM analysis was done on chassis frame for its deformation and stresses by
applying maximum load. The von-misses stresses, strain and deformations of the chassis with structural steel, aluminum alloy and
composite materials are compared. Composite materials are observed to be better with less weight with similar performance. It is
found that composite (E-glass) is more preferable material for chassis frame.
Design and Optimization of Front Underrun Protection DeviceIOSR Journals
Front Under run Protection Device is tested for car occupant safety by performing Crash analysis
with 800 kg (mass of the car) hitting the Front Underrun Protection Device with certain velocity and analyzing
its performance and changing design to improve the crash results. Optimization is carried out to improve the
crash results for safety of passenger. To reduce number of iterations during the development process, the
computational simulation method is used in Front Underrun Protection Device analysis for impact loading. An
explicit finite element code like LS Dyna is used for the simulation. This paper explains the FE analysis of Front
Underrun Protection Device for impact loading. All the results obtained from the CAE analysis are evaluated
against the requirements of IS 14812-2005 which could reduce the process development time and cost.
Unigraphics(NX.8) for modeling Front Underrun Protection Device and Preprocessing in Hypermesh and LS
DYNA for Crash Analysis (solving), results are viewed in Hyper view.Altair Optistruct is used for weight
reduction and change in design of Front under run protection device.
Structural Damage and Maintenance Day 1tti-sharmila
The aim of this presentation is to provide a consistent test/fail guideline for light and heavy vehicle inspections that are in line with the RTA Guide.
Crash Analysis of Front under Run Protection Device using Finite Element Anal...IOSR Journals
Under-running of passenger vehicles is one of the important parameters to be considered during
design and development of truck chassis. Front Under-run Protection Device (FUPD) plays an important role
in avoiding under-running of vehicles from front side of a truck. An explicit finite element software Altair
Radio's is used in FUPD analysis for impact loading. The deformation of FUPD bar and plastic strains in
FUPD components are determined in the impact analysis for predicting failure of the system to meet the
compliance requirements as per IS 14812-2005. Additionally, failure analysis of the FUPD attachment points
with chassis is determined. Physical testing can be reduced significantly with this approach which ultimately
reduces the total cycle time as well as the cost involved in product development.
International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications (IJERA) is an open access online peer reviewed international journal that publishes research and review articles in the fields of Computer Science, Neural Networks, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Engineering, Nano Technology & science, Power Electronics, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computational mathematics, Image processing, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, VLSI Testing & Low Power VLSI Design etc.
Abstract
When passenger car hits the truck-trailer at rear, it penetrates inside the truck bed called truck trailer under-ride crash. This is responsible for thousands of accidents, causing severe injuries and spot death. This is mostly due to the lack of effective guards. The Present work focuses on energy absorption analysis of a Rear under Run Protection Device (RUPD) under crash scenario. The aim of the study is to replace Steel RUPD with RUPD made of composite material to reduce weight of the vehicle. In this study carbon fibre reinforced plastic composites were selected due to their high specific strength and specific stiffness which make them a preferred candidate in the material selection for modern lightweight structures in automotive engineering which can contribute to the improvement of mileage in addition to safety of the occupants. The RUPD was modelled in CATIA. Finite element model was generated in HYPERMESH and analysed in LS-DYNA for both Carbon/Epoxy RUPD and Steel RUPD and observed that Carbon/Epoxy RUPD absorbs 50% of kinetic energy; whereas steel RUPD absorbs 90%. But weight of Steel RUPD is 75 kg whereas the weight of Carbon/Epoxy RUPD is less than Steel RUPD which found to be below 15 kg. This results in weight reduction and increases mileage of the vehicle. Considering above advantage, composites can be potential candidate for RUPD.
Keywords- Carbon/Epoxy, Catia, Hypermesh, LS-Dyna, RUPD, Steel
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
Design and analysis of an electric karteSAT Journals
Abstract This paper presents the design and analysis of an electric motor powered kart. The main aim of this paper is to reduce the usage of organic fuel powered vehicles and to design a vehicle which works efficiently in the emerging electric vehicle sector. In order to maintain the speed levels of the kart, seamless decision was made in motor selection. Alternate materials have been applied in the kart to reduce both static and dynamic forces in pursuance of improving the efficiency and performance of the kart. Detailed design of subsystems like chassis frame, steering system, electrical power train and braking mechanism has been done effectively. The main focus of the frame design was on the stability of the kart and safety of the driver. The CAD model of the kart was done in CREO 2.0. Aluminium alloy 6063 has been employed for the frame to reduce the overall weight. To check the feasibility of the frame design, finite element analysis has been done using ANSYS 14.5. The results obtained showed that the frame design was safe under maximal impact load conditions. Weight reduction was a major concern and hence linkage type steering was selected for the kart. Motor, the heart of the electric vehicle was selected and installed in such a way that it can perform well for an extended run time. PMDC motor was selected in this case. Speed control of the kart was done using a voltage controller. The kart is provided with a timing belt drive to achieve maximum efficiency in transmission of power from the motor to the wheels. Hydraulic disc brakes were provided for smooth and effective braking under both dry and wet conditions. Slick tires are used to provide more traction. Design calculations were carried out and optimum results were obtained. An extensive market survey was also done on frame material, brakes, motor, transmission system for cost and availability. International standards were followed throughout the design process. Keywords: Stability, Frame, Finite Element Analysis, PMDC Motor, Timing belt
Adaptive Noise Cancellation using Multirate TechniquesIJERD Editor
International Journal of Engineering Research and Development is an international premier peer reviewed open access engineering and technology journal promoting the discovery, innovation, advancement and dissemination of basic and transitional knowledge in engineering, technology and related disciplines.
Classification of Biological Species Based on Leaf ArchitectureIJERD Editor
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Mechanical properties of hybrid fiber reinforced concrete for pavementseSAT Journals
Abstract
The effect of addition of mono fibers and hybrid fibers on the mechanical properties of concrete mixture is studied in the present
investigation. Steel fibers of 1% and polypropylene fibers 0.036% were added individually to the concrete mixture as mono fibers and
then they were added together to form a hybrid fiber reinforced concrete. Mechanical properties such as compressive, split tensile and
flexural strength were determined. The results show that hybrid fibers improve the compressive strength marginally as compared to
mono fibers. Whereas, hybridization improves split tensile strength and flexural strength noticeably.
Keywords:-Hybridization, mono fibers, steel fiber, polypropylene fiber, Improvement in mechanical properties.
Material management in construction – a case studyeSAT Journals
Abstract
The objective of the present study is to understand about all the problems occurring in the company because of improper application
of material management. In construction project operation, often there is a project cost variance in terms of the material, equipments,
manpower, subcontractor, overhead cost, and general condition. Material is the main component in construction projects. Therefore,
if the material management is not properly managed it will create a project cost variance. Project cost can be controlled by taking
corrective actions towards the cost variance. Therefore a methodology is used to diagnose and evaluate the procurement process
involved in material management and launch a continuous improvement was developed and applied. A thorough study was carried
out along with study of cases, surveys and interviews to professionals involved in this area. As a result, a methodology for diagnosis
and improvement was proposed and tested in selected projects. The results obtained show that the main problem of procurement is
related to schedule delays and lack of specified quality for the project. To prevent this situation it is often necessary to dedicate
important resources like money, personnel, time, etc. To monitor and control the process. A great potential for improvement was
detected if state of the art technologies such as, electronic mail, electronic data interchange (EDI), and analysis were applied to the
procurement process. These helped to eliminate the root causes for many types of problems that were detected.
Managing drought short term strategies in semi arid regions a case studyeSAT Journals
Abstract
Drought management needs multidisciplinary action. Interdisciplinary efforts among the experts in various fields of the droughts
prone areas are helpful to achieve tangible and permanent solution for this recurring problem. The Gulbarga district having the total
area around 16, 240 sq.km, and accounts 8.45 per cent of the Karnataka state area. The district has been situated with latitude 17º 19'
60" North and longitude of 76 º 49' 60" east. The district is situated entirely on the Deccan plateau positioned at a height of 300 to
750 m above MSL. Sub-tropical, semi-arid type is one among the drought prone districts of Karnataka State. The drought
management is very important for a district like Gulbarga. In this paper various short term strategies are discussed to mitigate the
drought condition in the district.
Keywords: Drought, South-West monsoon, Semi-Arid, Rainfall, Strategies etc.
Life cycle cost analysis of overlay for an urban road in bangaloreeSAT Journals
Abstract
Pavements are subjected to severe condition of stresses and weathering effects from the day they are constructed and opened to traffic
mainly due to its fatigue behavior and environmental effects. Therefore, pavement rehabilitation is one of the most important
components of entire road systems. This paper highlights the design of concrete pavement with added mono fibers like polypropylene,
steel and hybrid fibres for a widened portion of existing concrete pavement and various overlay alternatives for an existing
bituminous pavement in an urban road in Bangalore. Along with this, Life cycle cost analyses at these sections are done by Net
Present Value (NPV) method to identify the most feasible option. The results show that though the initial cost of construction of
concrete overlay is high, over a period of time it prove to be better than the bituminous overlay considering the whole life cycle cost.
The economic analysis also indicates that, out of the three fibre options, hybrid reinforced concrete would be economical without
compromising the performance of the pavement.
Keywords: - Fatigue, Life cycle cost analysis, Net Present Value method, Overlay, Rehabilitation
Laboratory studies of dense bituminous mixes ii with reclaimed asphalt materialseSAT Journals
Abstract
The issue of growing demand on our nation’s roadways over that past couple of decades, decreasing budgetary funds, and the need to
provide a safe, efficient, and cost effective roadway system has led to a dramatic increase in the need to rehabilitate our existing
pavements and the issue of building sustainable road infrastructure in India. With these emergency of the mentioned needs and this
are today’s burning issue and has become the purpose of the study.
In the present study, the samples of existing bituminous layer materials were collected from NH-48(Devahalli to Hassan) site.The
mixtures were designed by Marshall Method as per Asphalt institute (MS-II) at 20% and 30% Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP).
RAP material was blended with virgin aggregate such that all specimens tested for the, Dense Bituminous Macadam-II (DBM-II)
gradation as per Ministry of Roads, Transport, and Highways (MoRT&H) and cost analysis were carried out to know the economics.
Laboratory results and analysis showed the use of recycled materials showed significant variability in Marshall Stability, and the
variability increased with the increase in RAP content. The saving can be realized from utilization of recycled materials as per the
methodology, the reduction in the total cost is 19%, 30%, comparing with the virgin mixes.
Keywords: Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement, Marshall Stability, MS-II, Dense Bituminous Macadam-II
Laboratory investigation of expansive soil stabilized with natural inorganic ...eSAT Journals
Abstract
Soil stabilization has proven to be one of the oldest techniques to improve the soil properties. Literature review conducted revealed
that uses of natural inorganic stabilizers are found to be one of the best options for soil stabilization. In this regard an attempt has
been made to evaluate the influence of RBI-81 stabilizer on properties of black cotton soil through laboratory investigations. Black
cotton soil with varying percentages of RBI-81 viz., 0, 0.5, 1, 1.5, 2, and 2.5 percent were studied for moisture density relationships
and strength behaviour of soils. Also the effect of curing period was evaluated as literature review clearly emphasized the strength
gain of soils stabilized with RBI-81 over a period of time. The results obtained shows that the unconfined compressive strength of
specimens treated with RBI-81 increased approximately by 250% for a curing period of 28 days as compared to virgin soil. Further
the CBR value improved approximately by 400%. The studies indicated an increasing trend for soil strength behaviour with
increasing percentage of RBI-81 suggesting its potential applications in soil stabilization.
Influence of reinforcement on the behavior of hollow concrete block masonry p...eSAT Journals
Abstract
Reinforced masonry was developed to exploit the strength potential of masonry and to solve its lack of tensile strength. Experimental
and analytical studies have been carried out to investigate the effect of reinforcement on the behavior of hollow concrete block
masonry prisms under compression and to predict ultimate failure compressive strength. In the numerical program, three dimensional
non-linear finite elements (FE) model based on the micro-modeling approach is developed for both unreinforced and reinforced
masonry prisms using ANSYS (14.5). The proposed FE model uses multi-linear stress-strain relationships to model the non-linear
behavior of hollow concrete block, mortar, and grout. Willam-Warnke’s five parameter failure theory has been adopted to model the
failure of masonry materials. The comparison of the numerical and experimental results indicates that the FE models can successfully
capture the highly nonlinear behavior of the physical specimens and accurately predict their strength and failure mechanisms.
Keywords: Structural masonry, Hollow concrete block prism, grout, Compression failure, Finite element method,
Numerical modeling.
Influence of compaction energy on soil stabilized with chemical stabilizereSAT Journals
Abstract
Increase in traffic along with heavier magnitude of wheel loads cause rapid deterioration in pavements. There is a need to improve
density, strength of soil subgrade and other pavement layers. In this study an attempt is made to improve the properties of locally
available loamy soil using twin approaches viz., i) increasing the compaction of soil and ii) treating the soil with chemical stabilizer.
Laboratory studies are carried out on both untreated and treated soil samples compacted by different compaction efforts. Studies
show that increase in compaction effort results in increase in density of soil. However in soil treated with chemical stabilizer, rate of
increase in density is not significant. The soil treated with chemical stabilizer exhibits improvement in both strength and performance
properties.
Keywords: compaction, density, subgradestabilization, resilient modulus
Geographical information system (gis) for water resources managementeSAT Journals
Abstract
Water resources projects are inherited with overlapping and at times conflicting objectives. These projects are often of varied sizes
ranging from major projects with command areas of millions of hectares to very small projects implemented at the local level. Thus,
in all these projects there is seldom proper coordination which is essential for ensuring collective sustainability.
Integrated watershed development and management is the accepted answer but in turn requires a comprehensive framework that can
enable planning process involving all the stakeholders at different levels and scales is compulsory. Such a unified hydrological
framework is essential to evaluate the cause and effect of all the proposed actions within the drainage basins.
The present paper describes a hydrological framework developed in the form of a Hydrologic Information System (HIS) which is
intended to meet the specific information needs of the various line departments of a typical State connected with water related aspects.
The HIS consist of a hydrologic information database coupled with tools for collating primary and secondary data and tools for
analyzing and visualizing the data and information. The HIS also incorporates hydrological model base for indirect assessment of
various entities of water balance in space and time. The framework would be maintained and updated to reflect fully the most
accurate ground truth data and the infrastructure requirements for planning and management.
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The study demonstrate the potentiality of satellite remote sensing technique for the generation of baseline information on forest types
including tree plantation details in Bidar forest division, Karnataka covering an area of 5814.60Sq.Kms. The Total Area of Bidar
forest division is 5814Sq.Kms analysis of the satellite data in the study area reveals that about 84% of the total area is Covered by
crop land, 1.778% of the area is covered by dry deciduous forest, 1.38 % of mixed plantation, which is very threatening to the
environmental stability of the forest, future plantation site has been mapped. With the use of latest Geo-informatics technology proper
and exact condition of the trees can be observed and necessary precautions can be taken for future plantation works in an appropriate
manner
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To study effects of several factors on the properties of fly ash based geopolymer concrete on the compressive strength and also the
cost comparison with the normal concrete. The test variables were molarities of sodium hydroxide(NaOH) 8M,14M and 16M, ratio of
NaOH to sodium silicate (Na2SiO3) 1, 1.5, 2 and 2.5, alkaline liquid to fly ash ratio 0.35 and 0.40 and replacement of water in
Na2SiO3 solution by 10%, 20% and 30% were used in the present study. The test results indicated that the highest compressive
strength 54 MPa was observed for 16M of NaOH, ratio of NaOH to Na2SiO3 2.5 and alkaline liquid to fly ash ratio of 0.35. Lowest
compressive strength of 27 MPa was observed for 8M of NaOH, ratio of NaOH to Na2SiO3 is 1 and alkaline liquid to fly ash ratio of
0.40. Alkaline liquid to fly ash ratio of 0.35, water replacement of 10% and 30% for 8 and 16 molarity of NaOH and has resulted in
compressive strength of 36 MPa and 20 MPa respectively. Superplasticiser dosage of 2 % by weight of fly ash has given higher
strength in all cases.
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Composite Circular hollow Steel tubes with and without GFRP infill for three different grades of Light weight concrete are tested for
ultimate load capacity and axial shortening , under Cyclic loading. Steel tubes are compared for different lengths, cross sections and
thickness. Specimens were tested separately after adopting Taguchi’s L9 (Latin Squares) Orthogonal array in order to save the initial
experimental cost on number of specimens and experimental duration. Analysis was carried out using ANN (Artificial Neural
Network) technique with the assistance of Mini Tab- a statistical soft tool. Comparison for predicted, experimental & ANN output is
obtained from linear regression plots. From this research study, it can be concluded that *Cross sectional area of steel tube has most
significant effect on ultimate load carrying capacity, *as length of steel tube increased- load carrying capacity decreased & *ANN
modeling predicted acceptable results. Thus ANN tool can be utilized for predicting ultimate load carrying capacity for composite
columns.
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This paper presents an outlook on experimental behavior and a comparison with predicted formula on the behaviour of circular
concentrically loaded self-consolidating fibre reinforced concrete filled steel tube columns (HSSCFRC). Forty-five specimens were
tested. The main parameters varied in the tests are: (1) percentage of fiber (2) tube diameter or width to wall thickness ratio (D/t
from 15 to 25) (3) L/d ratio from 2.97 to 7.04 the results from these predictions were compared with the experimental data. The
experimental results) were also validated in this study.
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Flat-slab construction has been widely used in construction today because of many advantages that it offers. The basic philosophy in
the design of flat slab is to consider only gravity forces; this method ignores the effect of punching shear due to unbalanced moments
at the slab column junction which is critical. An attempt has been made to generate generalized design sheets which accounts both
punching shear due to gravity loads and unbalanced moments for cases (a) interior column; (b) edge column (bending perpendicular
to shorter edge); (c) edge column (bending parallel to shorter edge); (d) corner column. These design sheets are prepared as per
codal provisions of IS 456-2000. These design sheets will be helpful in calculating the shear reinforcement to be provided at the
critical section which is ignored in many design offices. Apart from its usefulness in evaluating punching shear and the necessary
shear reinforcement, the design sheets developed will enable the designer to fix the depth of flat slab during the initial phase of the
design.
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Evaluation of performance of intake tower dam for recent earthquake in indiaeSAT Journals
Abstract
Intake towers are typically tall, hollow, reinforced concrete structures and form entrance to reservoir outlet works. A parametric
study on dynamic behavior of circular cylindrical towers can be carried out to study the effect of depth of submergence, wall thickness
and slenderness ratio, and also effect on tower considering dynamic analysis for time history function of different soil condition and
by Goyal and Chopra accounting interaction effects of added hydrodynamic mass of surrounding and inside water in intake tower of
dam
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Evaluation of operational efficiency of urban road network using travel time ...eSAT Journals
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Efficiency of the road network system is analyzed by travel time reliability measures. The study overlooks on an important measure of
travel time reliability and prioritizing Tiruchirappalli road network. Traffic volume and travel time were collected using license plate
matching method. Travel time measures were estimated from average travel time and 95th travel time. Effect of non-motorized vehicle
on efficiency of road system was evaluated. Relation between buffer time index and traffic volume was created. Travel time model has
been developed and travel time measure was validated. Then service quality of road sections in network were graded based on
travel time reliability measures.
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The development of watershed aims at productive utilization of all the available natural resources in the entire area extending from
ridge line to stream outlet. The per capita availability of land for cultivation has been decreasing over the years. Therefore, water and
the related land resources must be developed, utilized and managed in an integrated and comprehensive manner. Remote sensing and
GIS techniques are being increasingly used for planning, management and development of natural resources. The study area, Nallur
Amanikere watershed geographically lies between 110 38’ and 110 52’ N latitude and 760 30’ and 760 50’ E longitude with an area of
415.68 Sq. km. The thematic layers such as land use/land cover and soil maps were derived from remotely sensed data and overlayed
through ArcGIS software to assign the curve number on polygon wise. The daily rainfall data of six rain gauge stations in and around
the watershed (2001-2011) was used to estimate the daily runoff from the watershed using Soil Conservation Service - Curve Number
(SCS-CN) method. The runoff estimated from the SCS-CN model was then used to know the variation of runoff potential with different
land use/land cover and with different soil conditions.
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Estimation of morphometric parameters and runoff using rs & gis techniqueseSAT Journals
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Land and water are the two vital natural resources, the optimal management of these resources with minimum adverse environmental
impact are essential not only for sustainable development but also for human survival. Satellite remote sensing with geographic
information system has a pragmatic approach to map and generate spatial input layers of predicting response behavior and yield of
watershed. Hence, in the present study an attempt has been made to understand the hydrological process of the catchment at the
watershed level by drawing the inferences from moprhometric analysis and runoff. The study area chosen for the present study is
Yagachi catchment situated in Chickamaglur and Hassan district lies geographically at a longitude 75⁰52’08.77”E and
13⁰10’50.77”N latitude. It covers an area of 559.493 Sq.km. Morphometric analysis is carried out to estimate morphometric
parameters at Micro-watershed to understand the hydrological response of the catchment at the Micro-watershed level. Daily runoff
is estimated using USDA SCS curve number model for a period of 10 years from 2001 to 2010. The rainfall runoff relationship of the
study shows there is a positive correlation.
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Effect of use of recycled materials on indirect tensile strength of asphalt c...eSAT Journals
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Depletion of natural resources and aggregate quarries for the road construction is a serious problem to procure materials. Hence
recycling or reuse of material is beneficial. On emphasizing development in sustainable construction in the present era, recycling of
asphalt pavements is one of the effective and proven rehabilitation processes. For the laboratory investigations reclaimed asphalt
pavement (RAP) from NH-4 and crumb rubber modified binder (CRMB-55) was used. Foundry waste was used as a replacement to
conventional filler. Laboratory tests were conducted on asphalt concrete mixes with 30, 40, 50, and 60 percent replacement with RAP.
These test results were compared with conventional mixes and asphalt concrete mixes with complete binder extracted RAP
aggregates. Mix design was carried out by Marshall Method. The Marshall Tests indicated highest stability values for asphalt
concrete (AC) mixes with 60% RAP. The optimum binder content (OBC) decreased with increased in RAP in AC mixes. The Indirect
Tensile Strength (ITS) for AC mixes with RAP also was found to be higher when compared to conventional AC mixes at 300C.
Keywords: Reclaimed asphalt pavement, Foundry waste, Recycling, Marshall Stability, Indirect tensile strength.
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An evaluation of jute epoxy-hybrid composite materials for automotive frontal crash safety applications
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AN EVALUATION OF JUTE-EPOXY-HYBRID COMPOSITE
MATERIALS FOR AUTOMOTIVE FRONTAL CRASH SAFETY
APPLICATIONS
Suresh Babu K1
, Somashekar H K2
, S Padmanabha3
1
Student, Department Of Mechanical Engg, Brindavan College Of Engg , Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
2
Assistant Professor, Department Of Mechanical Engg, Brindavan College Of Engg , Bengaluru Karnataka, India
3
Principal, Department Of Mechanical Engg, Brindavan College Of Engg , Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Abstract
The present work evaluates the occupant safety and the mechanical behavior of the Jute-Epoxy-Glass hybrid composite materials
and to carry out dynamic analysis of an automobile car frontal components like Bumper beam by using Jute-Epoxy-Glass Hybrid
composite material by FE approach. In the present study, HYPERMESH and LS-DYNA software is employed to obtain a better
composite material. Durability, NVH, Crash safety and Aesthetics are some of the important vehicle attributes that need to be
meet the vehicle manufacturer. While the crash safety for NHTSA requires the G level should be less then 40G'S at the occupant
seat. Initially manufacturing of 4 ply, 6 ply (Jute-Epoxy) and 5 ply (Jute-Glass-Epoxy) laminates is done and there
characterization is done under Quasi static (1mm/min) and Impact High strain rate loading (100mm/min and 200mm/min) for
tensile tests. The mechanical properties obtained are set for the existing bumper beam of a meshed model. For bumper beam of a
car with a given velocity of 56 km/h according to the NHTSA high speed crash test. For a high speed crash speed test of bumper
beam the G levels is taken into consideration so that the G levels acting upon the occupant doesn't cross 40 G'S as safer. The
results obtained from high strain rate of 200mm/min tensile tests explore to bumper beam for which G level acting on the
occupant is 35 G's for hybrid jute glass epoxy with 6mm thickness which is found to be best suited composite material which is
safer for the occupant and also the weight reduction is also considered where conventionally used steel is 6.6 kgs and the hybrid
material of Jute-Glass-Epoxy is 2.9 kgs these weight savings leads to fuel efficiency of the car.
Keywords: Hybrid composites, NHTSA, Ls-Dyna, High strain rate And G levels etc…
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1. INTRODUCTION
With the quick growth of the skills and knowledge of
composite materials there is a need for available
certification of their structure, properties and the addition of
structure property relation with processing design and
fabrication. In the past glass fiber reinforced polymer
composite materials where used by Chevrolet Corvette at
New York in 1953 to make a car body. Till now the
Theorvette succession employ composites in their
manufacturing design. These days Formula series cars and
other racing cars uses composite materials in enormous
quantity in roughly for all the car parts. Composite materials
contain a lot of compensation greater than the usual
materials because of comparatively elevated strength and
less mass and also superb corrosion resistances and
dimensional permanence additional resistance for crashes
and fatigue also additional static and dynamic masses of the
car body. Because of These compensation would boost the
act of cars and guide to safer and lesser energy utilization.
The car performance simply not affected because of engine
horsepower, other than that additional parameters like
mass/horsepower ratio and fine sharing of the mass. light
weight vehicles will leads to decrease in energy
consumption and as been expected that the fuel economy
gets better by 8% for each 12 % of mass decrease for total
weight of the vehicle. During any of the crashes maximum
energy should be absorbed by structure keeping the of the
passenger seat within the suitable limit such that structure
should be stiff in some portions to avoid intrusions into
susceptible areas such as the passenger cabin and fuel
system and also must be yield in other portions to absorb the
developed force energy before reaching to the stiff portion.
1.1 Frontal Collision
As many of us use automotive car which as became one of
the basic need for human being in this world to represent
their status even though the petrol or diesel price is growing
higher and higher day by day mean while accident are
becoming more and more on each corners of this world. The
collision or the impact for a rigid wall and a car which is
travelling in opposite direction is as shown in fig 1 When
the collisions is offset at a lesser the vehicle size comes in
contact. The car should be design in such a way that the
safety features, especially in frontal zones because large
forces drawn in the frontal impacts. Frontal impact crash is
more when compare to other crashes even at low speed say
20 m/h the impact here is staggering. Frontal collisions may
occur when the driver drowsiness and lack of concentration
on a highway or causal aspect like cars going with the flow
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onto the wrong side of the path another important issue is a
overtaking.
Fig -1: Side view of a frontal impact
1.2 Safety Standards Criteria
NHTSA which stands for National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration which has been recognized in 1970 by the
Highway Safety Act and is keen for achieving the maximum
principles of merits in motor vehicle and highway safety. It
is used to avoid collision and their assistant costs, both as
financial and human.
FMVSS 208 stands for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards which is one of NHTSA's principal safety
programs. Each standard as certain types of motor vehicles
requirements or vehicle parts sold in the United States to
meet up specified safety performance levels. Standard
performance tests that can be carried out under controlled
conditions. Any moderation system that meets the test
requirements could be installed in the Standard. These
installed standards have proved feasible, producible and able
of meeting the test requirements.
Fig -2: FMVSS 208 for frontal impact crash safety
1.3 Crashworthiness and Its Requirements
Occupant Safety Crashworthiness is the assess that how
sound a vehicle provides protection to its occupants during a
collusion. The crash which results from the two cars is
frequently cruel. Therefore there is a need to address the
occupant safety cras1hworthiness requirements during the
earlier design phase of an automotive. In USA there is are
stringent requirements on the part of the vehicle
manufacturer to meet up the regulations and a few specific
tests are accepted by Global New Car Assessment
Programme (NCAP) before introduction of new vehicle.
Recently the tests were performed on car: Tata Nano,
Maruthi 800, Hyundai i10, Ford Figo, Volkswagen polo
where belongs to the manufacturer of India by the London
car safety NCAP and found that all five cars failed which
were Landing to zero on a scale of 1 to 5.
The Federal Vehicle Motor Vehicle Safety Standards adopts
the frontal rigid barrier collision test to evaluate the standard
for crashworthiness as occupant safety. This performance
specifies the standards for the severity of injuries on the
road vehicle and the vehicle occupant. These is skillful by
specifying crashworthiness of the vehicle necessities as
force and deceleration capacity on a 50th percentile Hybrid
dummy as a human surrogote in collide as shown in fig 3.
and by specifying active and passive restraint requirements.
Fig -3: NCAC crash test results of real car and FE Model
w.r.t (G'S) and (sec)
1.4 Automotive Safety Requirements
There are high speed impact and low speed impact test
requirements that a vehicle need to meet. The following are
the current norms that are followed in USA :
Low speed impact test where conducted at 4 km per
hour with no damage to the bumper. After
conducting low speed impact analysis, any dent to
the bumper chart and functional should not take
place.
High speed impact experiment, Here the bumper
scheme have to absorb enough energy to meet up
bumper regulars in design phase. No bumper damage
or yielding after 8 km per hour for frontal crash into a
stiff barrier.
The accelerations on the occupant should not exceed
40G levels during a frontal collision, When the
vehicle hits a rigid barrier with a speed of 35
miles/hour according to FMVSS
Crash tests to be compulsory for all new cars from October
2017. Passing minimum frontal and side crash tests will be
compulsory for all new cars. While From 2017 for new
vehicles of existing models the cut-off date will be October
2019.
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1.5 Bumper Beam
The bumper beam plays an vital function in energy
absorbing component and to give protection to the other
components to keep the occupant in safe condition.
composite materials for bumper beam as become common
because of low weight and low volume vehicle. The main
role of bumper beam is to take up K E during frontal
collusion. There are several factor should be considered
while choosing the material for cars bumper beam like
Energy absorption, Performance, Weight, Service
Condition, Cost, Availability of material, Environmental
condition and Manufacturing process.
Fig-4: Bumper beam
2. LITERATURE REVIEW
S Prabhakaran et al. [4], In his study the glass fiber epoxy
is fabricated and designed for automotive bumper beam and
compared with present using steel material. He has took a
40mm2
area of both steel and fabricated glass fiber epoxy
and conducted a charpy test and found that impact strength
is more when compare to steel and also weigh saving cost
etc. Rejaul Hasan and Rishad Rayyaan [6], In this paper
studied the outcome of fiber geometry for tensile properties
of thermoset jute fiber composites. He took different types
of reinforcement like non-woven, woven, and carded silver
and found that woven type fiber has higher strain, young's
modulus and high strength when compare to other two fibers
Yehia A. et al. [13] In his article frontal collision simulation
of motor vehicle demonstrated in opposition to lighting
column to inspect for injury and possible of safety. Design is
made on the lighting column, the column with slighter
thickness , the slighter is the energy absorption by the motor
vehicle or the safety occupant of the motor vehicle. High
impact on the small area of the car leads to high risk of
injuries as well as vehicle occupants. Modern designed car
are of composite materials that absorbs most of the
residential energy resulted from impact. high yield strength
of the material obsorbs little impact energy in turn high
injuries A. Hambali et al. [16] in his paper totally 6
different composite materials were used which are mainly
suitable for cars bumper beam manufacturing by taking into
account eight major parameters and also twelve sub
parameters. The AHP study established that the fiberglass-
epoxy is the suitable composite because these material has
the maximum point of 26%, weight fraction when compared
with other materials and resulted that the fiberglass epoxy is
the majority best choice.
3. OBJECTIVE
The aim assignment of these work is to evaluate for
occupant safety and the mechanical behaviour of the Jute-
Epoxy-Glass hybrid composite materials and to carry out
dynamic analysis of an automobile car frontal components
like Bumper beam and Bumper fascia by using Jute-Epoxy-
Glass Hybrid composite material by FE approach. FEM in
general is commercial FEA software in particular
implemented on a personal computer offers a universal tool
for cost effective analysis. In the present study,
HYPERMESH and LS-DYNA software is employed to
obtain a better composite material. The work is associated
with the manufacturing of 4 ply and 6 ply of Jute Epoxy and
also 5 ply Jute Glass Epoxy hybrid composite materials and
this materials are tested for tensile tests the mechanical
properties obtained are set for the existing bumper beam and
bumper fascia for a meshed model which is downloaded
NCAC website. For bumper beam of a car is given with a
velocity of 56 km/h according to the NHTSA high speed
crash test. For a high speed crash speed test of bumper beam
the G levels is taken into consideration so that the G levels
acting upon the occupant doesn't cross 40 G'S as safer. The
main aim of the experiment is to present a new material for
bumper beam which reduces the weight and also to
investigate the strength and G levels and for bumper beam.
various other parameters needed to determine dynamic
strength of composite automobile frontal crash application.
4. FABRICATION
The manufacturing of jute epoxy composite are
manufactured by the hand layup technique. The bi-
directional jute fiber are used as reinforcement and epoxy is
taken as matrix material. The Hardener and the Epoxy resin
are purchased from the S S Polymers Bangalore. The
reinforcement is chosen based on its availability, impact
strength, tensile strength, cost and the most important aspect
is a weight reduction. In these process the matrix material
has been selected based on their consideration to the
chemical reaction and compatibility with the reinforcement,
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its ability to wet the reinforcement and to its own
characteristics properties and processing behavior. The fig 5
shows the standard dimensions for the tensile testing, as per
the ASTM standards D 3039/D 3039M. The length of
sample is 200mm and width is 20mm. For high strain rate,
the specimen dimension of length 200 mm, width 25 mm
and for holding 45 mm length at both ends of the specimen
in both the cases
Fig -5: Standard Dimension specimen used for tensile
testing in mm
5. DEVELOPMENT OF CALIBRATED FE
MODEL
The dodge neon model used for the analysis is a four-door
with a dummy inside. It is developed by NHTSA and the
below Fig 7.1 shows the finite element model of Dodge
Neon used for validating the design automotive structure
for frontal impact safety. The model is downloaded from
the link http://www.ncac.gwv.edu/vml/model.html. It has
462 components, which represent various parts of vehicle
and these are joined together by spot-weld and rigid body
constrained options.
Fig -5: Side view of meshed dodge neon model car with
dummy inside
The car modeling and meshing is not an easy task and also it
is not a single engineers work. The developing of this model
takes an year for five to six engineers. The available model
has been used for crash analysis in this project. The is
imported in hypermesh software tool and checked for spot
welds and the missing components. The spot welds are
added at the required location and required components are
added at the requires location.
5.1 Ls-Dyna Dynamic Analysis for Bumper Beam
at High Speed of 56km/h
Crash Time at 0.04 sec
Crash Time at 0.06 sec
Crash Time at 0.09 sec
Crash Time at 0.15 sec
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6 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
6.1 Results from Tensile Testing Graph
It is noted that with increase in the rate of loading the
strength has increased and The peak strength increases
with the loading rate increase from 1mm/min,
100mm/min and 200mm/min for 4 ply, 6ply and 5 ply.
For a 5 ply with adding up of glass fiber the peak stress
of the laminates increases tremondeously
With reising in fiber volume fraction the strength
increased conssiderably,when the fiber volume fraction
has increased from 37% to 46%. by this the strength
increased by 25%
Increasing the plies for hybrid material with increasing
the thickness the material gets high impact strength.
6.2 Results from Ls-Dyna Explict for Bumper
Beam
6.2.1 Dynamic Analysis For 5ply Jute-Glass-Epoxy
Composite material with 6 mm Thickness
Fig - 6: G level acting upon the Occupant
6.2.2 Dynamic Analysis For 4ply Jute-Epoxy
Composite material with 6 mm Thickness
Fig - 7: G level acting upon the Occupant
The fig 6 shows the results of Acceleration Vs Time for
automotive Bumper beam and found the minimum G level is
- 3.525 e5
which is the second units according to Ls-Dyna
manual i.e 3.525 ×105
mm/sec2
3.525 ×102
m/sec2
352.5/9.81 m/sec
35.93 G Levels
From fig 7 The G levels for 4 ply Jute-Epoxy with 6 mm
thickness is 35.75 G'S
6.3 Fe Analysis Results and Discussion
Table 2 G Levels and Weight Reduction For Bumper Beam
Sl
N
o
Materia
ls
Volu
me(m
m3
)
Densi
ty(g/c
c)
Mass
of The
Bumpe
r
Beam
(kgs)
G
levels
Acting
Upon
the
Occupa
nt
(m/sec)
1 Steel 84474
4.569
7.8 6.62 41
2 4 ply
Jute-
Epoxy
(3.2mm)
84474
4.569
1.7 1.52 44.68
3 6 ply
Jute-
Epoxy
(4.6mm)
84474
4.569
1.7 2.18 43.23
4 5 ply
Jute-
Glass-
Epoxy
(2.6mm)
84474
4.569
1.7 1.23 48.56
5 4 ply
Jute-
Epoxy
(6mm)
84474
4.569
1.7 3.2 35.75
6 5 ply
Jute-
Glass
Epoxy
(6mm)
84474
4.569
1.7 2.9 35.93
The aim of the project is to reduce the weight of Bumper
beam for the same strength of existing material and also to
reduce the G level acting upon the Occupant. The volume,
density, weight of the bumper beam and G levels acting
upon the occupant is as listed in table 1. The weight of the
steel is 6.62 kgs where the weight and Jute Glass Epoxy is
2.9 kgs so the weight reduced by an amount of 62%. and the
occupant G levels have come to 35 G's
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7. CONCLUSION
From the study it can be concluded that agriculture product
like Jute fiber are able to use for the fabrication of
composite and able to make agricultural Product into useful
engineering applications. The peak strength increases with
the loading rate increase from 1mm/min, 100mm/min and
200mm/min for 4 ply, 6ply and 5 plyWith adding up of
glass fiber to the laminates the peak stress of the laminates
increases tremondeouslyWith rising in fiber volume fraction
the strength increased conssiderably,when the fiber volume
fraction has increased from 37% to 46%. by this the strength
increased by 25% .The weight of the Bumper beam reduces
from 6.62 kgs of steel to 2.9 kgs of Jute Glass Epoxy Hybrid
composite material with 62% of weight reduced. The G
levels acting upon the occupant safety with the steel of 40
G's is brought below to 35 G's with the Jute Glass Epoxy
Composite materials. The Stresses induced for bumper
fascia with Fiberglass plastic flux resin is nearer to the stress
of Jute Glass Epoxy. Most Importantly the price for Bumper
beam of steel is about 8000 rs and the Jute Glass Epoxy is
about 3000rs nearly 70% of savings.
SCOPE FOR FUTURE WORK
The Jute and Jute Hybrid composite material with more
thickness and using more plies so that the G level may come
to below 40 G levels. The 6 ply Jute Epoxy is suitable for
instrument panel and can be used for other automotive
application like A pillars, B pillars, and even for C and D
pillars for automotive side impacts, If the G levels is
crossing above 40 for any of the above mentioned pillars
then increase the plies and thickness. Additional studies can
be carryout with the nature of static analysis. Optimization
of geometry can be done to improved .Possibility to produce
composites with higher percentages of Jute and Glass can be
studied. Corrosion property and other thermal properties can
be studied .Different types of Tests are to evolved to study
more mechanical properties.
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