Wind-Induced Vibration Response of an Inspection Vehicle for Main Cables Based on Computer Simulation
This paper presents a simulation approach based on the finite element method (FEM) to analyze the wind-induced vibration response of an inspection vehicle for main cables. First, two finite element (FE) models of a suspension bridge and a main cable-inspection vehicle coupled system are established...
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doaj-a45aafafa4994ed88764cad1f4577b1a2020-11-25T02:31:04ZengHindawi LimitedShock and Vibration1070-96221875-92032019-01-01201910.1155/2019/10129871012987Wind-Induced Vibration Response of an Inspection Vehicle for Main Cables Based on Computer SimulationLu Zhang0Shaohua Wang1Peng Guo2Qunsheng Wang3School of Mechanical Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, ChinaSchool of Mechanical Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, ChinaSchool of Mechanical Engineering, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, ChinaState Key Laboratory of Traction Power, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 610031, ChinaThis paper presents a simulation approach based on the finite element method (FEM) to analyze the wind-induced vibration response of an inspection vehicle for main cables. First, two finite element (FE) models of a suspension bridge and a main cable-inspection vehicle coupled system are established using MIDAS Civil software and ANSYS software, respectively. Second, the mean wind speed distribution characteristics at a bridge site are analyzed, and the wind field is simulated based on the spectral representation method (SRM). Third, a modal analysis and a wind-induced vibration response transient analysis of the suspension bridge FE model are completed. Fourth, the vibration characteristics of the inspection vehicle are analyzed by applying fluctuating wind conditions and main cable vibration displacements in the main cable-inspection vehicle coupled FE model. Finally, based on the ISO2631-1-1997 standard, a vehicle ride comfort evaluation is performed. The results of the suspension bridge FE modal analysis are in good accordance with those of the experimental modal test. The effects of the working height, number of nonworking compressing wheels, and number of nonworking driving wheels during driving are discussed. When the average wind speed is less than 13.3 m/s, the maximum total weighted root mean square acceleration (av) is 0.1646 m/s2 and the vehicle ride comfort level is classified as “not uncomfortable.” This approach provides a foundation for the design and application of inspection vehicles.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/1012987 |
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Wind-Induced Vibration Response of an Inspection Vehicle for Main Cables Based on Computer Simulation |
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This paper presents a simulation approach based on the finite element method (FEM) to analyze the wind-induced vibration response of an inspection vehicle for main cables. First, two finite element (FE) models of a suspension bridge and a main cable-inspection vehicle coupled system are established using MIDAS Civil software and ANSYS software, respectively. Second, the mean wind speed distribution characteristics at a bridge site are analyzed, and the wind field is simulated based on the spectral representation method (SRM). Third, a modal analysis and a wind-induced vibration response transient analysis of the suspension bridge FE model are completed. Fourth, the vibration characteristics of the inspection vehicle are analyzed by applying fluctuating wind conditions and main cable vibration displacements in the main cable-inspection vehicle coupled FE model. Finally, based on the ISO2631-1-1997 standard, a vehicle ride comfort evaluation is performed. The results of the suspension bridge FE modal analysis are in good accordance with those of the experimental modal test. The effects of the working height, number of nonworking compressing wheels, and number of nonworking driving wheels during driving are discussed. When the average wind speed is less than 13.3 m/s, the maximum total weighted root mean square acceleration (av) is 0.1646 m/s2 and the vehicle ride comfort level is classified as “not uncomfortable.” This approach provides a foundation for the design and application of inspection vehicles. |
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