Multi-Body Dynamics: Monitoring And Simulation Techniques Iii

Description:
Multi-body dynamics describes the physics of motion of an assembly of constrained or restrained bodies. As such it encompasses the behaviour of nearly every living or inanimate object in the universe. 'Multi-body dynamics - Monitoring and Simulation Techniques III' includes papers from leading academic researchers, professional code developers, and practising engineers, covering recent fundamental advances in the field, as well as applications to a host of problems in industry. They broadly cover the areas: multi-body methodology; structural dynamics; engine dynamics; vehicle dynamics - ride and handling; and machines and mechanisms. 'Multi-body Dynamics' is a unique volume, describing the latest developments in the field, supplemented by the latest enhancements in computer simulations, and experimental measurement techniques. Leading industrialists explain the importance attached to these developments in industrial problem solving.

Table of Contents:
Preface xi; Foreword by Homer Rahnejat - A tribute to Jean D'Alembert and Albert Einstein Geometrical interpretation of Motion: an ironic legacy of apparently irreconcilable atomistic and continuum philosophies xiii; Multi-body Methodology Multi-body dynamics - fundamentals and applications W Schiehlen 3; Computer methods for the analysis of large deformations in multi-body system dynamics A A Shabana 15; An index zero formulation of the general dynamic differential equations using the transmission functions N V Orlandea 31; Marionette posture analysis by particle swarm optimization algorithm M Okuma and G M Germain 51; Visualization of dynamic multi-body simulation data A Siemers and D Fritzson 57; Fatigue analysis on a virtual test rig based on multi-body simulation S Dietz and A Eichberger 73; Representation and visualization of surface related multi-body simulation data A Siemers and D Fritzson 83; Sub-surface visualization and parallel simulation A Siemers and D Fritzson 91; Influence of modelling and numerical parameters on the performance of a flexible MBS formulation J Cuadrado and R Gutierrez 99; The multi-particle system (MPS) model as a tool for simulation of mechanisms with rigid and elastic bodies D Talaba and Cs Antonya 111; Structural Dynamics; Stability and Chaotic Response of Elastic plate with large deflection L Dai, Q Han, and A Liu 123; Dynamic simulation of civil engineering structures in virtual reality environment Cs Antonya and D Talaba 137; Wind force time-history generation by discrete Fourier transform (DFT) P J Murtagh, B Basu, and B M Broderick 147; FRFs for wind turbine lattice towers subjected to rotor mass inbalance P J Murtagh, B Basu, and B M Broderick 155; Periodic motions in a periodically forced, piecewise linear system A C J Luo 163; Dynamic models for components considered in the design of a solar concentrator H R Hamidzadeh and L C Moxey 175; A simple beam element for large rotation problems K Kerkkanen, J Sopanen, and A Mikkola 191; Engine Dynamics; Advanced CAE simulation and prediction of drivetrain attributes H Foellinger 207; Virtual testing supports reliability engineering of engine prototypes G Rainer 221; Periodic response and stability of reciprocating engines I Goudas, P Metallidis, I Stavrakis, and S Natsiavas 231; Coupled torsional and transverse vibration of engines A L Guzzomi, S J Drew, and B J Stone 243; Quality and validation of cranktrain vibration predictions - effect of hydrodynamic journal bearing models G Offner, H H Priebsch, M T Ma, U Karlsson, A Wikstrom, and B Loibnegger 255; Multi-body analysis and measurement of valve train motions M Teodorescu, H Rahnejat, and S J Rothberg 273; Drivetrain Dynamics; The torsional vibration of gear boxes with backlash M L Coltrona and B J Stone 287; Coupled torsional and transverse vibration of gearboxes M Sargeant and B J Stone 299; Development of a simulation tool for the prediction of dynamic transmission error, the source of transmission whine D Parkin-Moore, G Davis, D Bell, C H Lu, P Brooks, and A Leavitt 311; Low-noise automotive transmissions - investigations of rattling and clattering S N Dogan, J Ryborz, and B Bertsche 323; NVH-behaviour of side shaft-systems J W Biermann 339; Friction models of automotive transmissions equipped with tripod joints J-P Mariot, J-Y K'nevez, and B Barbedette 351; Using Taguchi methods to aid understanding of a multi-body clutch pedal noise and vibration phenomenon P Kelly and J W Biermann 361; Combined multi-body dynamics, structural modal analysis, and boundary element method to predict multi-physics interactions of driveline clonk S Theodossiades, M Gnanakumarr, H Rahnejat, and M Menday 373; Vehicle Dynamics, Ride and Handling Dynamic analysis of semi-active suspension systems using a co-simulation approach R Ramli, M Pownall, M Levesley, and D A Crolla 391; Smart driver: a research project for closed loop vehicle simulation in MSC.ADAMS R Frezza, A Saccon, D Minen, and C Ortmann 401; Non-linear response of an all-terrain vehicle on a rough terrain L Dai, J Wu, and M Dong 415; Multi-objective optimization of quarter car models with passive and semi-active suspensions G Verros, M Kazantzis, S Natsiavas, and C Papadimitriou 429; Torque steer influences on McPherson front axles J Dornhege 439; Computer-based development of control strategies for ground vehicles M A Naya and J Cuadrado 447; Machines and Mechanisms; Modelling of a smart spindle unit P Hynek, M Jackson, R Parkin, and N Brown 461; A dynamic modelling and simulation of cutting process in turning W S E Moughith, A A Abdul-Ameer, and A Khanipour 475; Modelling and simulation of a precision pneumatic actuation system R C Richardson, M Brown, B Bhakta, and M Levesley 485; Transient dynamic behaviour of deep-groove ball bearings W W Sum, E J Williams, S McWilliam, and D R Ashmore 497; Determination of the effect of contact kinematics of squeeze caving phenomenon through general covariance M Kushwaha and H Rahnejat 507; Authors' Index 520