In the present study, a simple immersion boundary method was developed to numerically simulate the fluid-structure-acoustic coupling problem of underwater vehicles and their towed super long cables. A typical underwat...
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In the present study, a simple immersion boundary method was developed to numerically simulate the fluid-structure-acoustic coupling problem of underwater vehicles and their towed super long cables. A typical underwater vehicle connected with different cable models at different positions was created in this study. The length of the vehicle is 4356 mm, the cables are approximately 4 and 6 times the vehicle length, i.e., 17,424 mm and 26,136 mm, and the freestream velocity is 7.72 m/s (15 kts). In the simulation, the freestream velocities are 9.26 m/s (18 kts), 7.72 m/s (15 kts), and 5.14 m/s (10 kts), respectively. The models are numerically simulated by a simple immersion boundary method to solve the flow field structure, the velocity profile, and the transverse flow near the towed cable, compute the pressure pulsation of the cable models with huge lengths and extremely small diameters, and analyze their flow noise. The results show that the towed cables with different lengths have a relatively small impact on the velocity distribution around the underwater vehicle system;however, the transverse flow occurs near the cable, thereby affecting the pressure pulsation changes and causing significant flow noise problems. Furthermore, it was also found that the closer the connection position of the towed cable is to the center position, the more significant the impact on the downstream flow fields and the higher the sound pressure level of the flow noise.
Wire-wrapped fuel rods are widely utilized in lead-bismuth reactors and subjected to high kinetic energy fluid flow, significantly influencing the reactor's safe operation. This study addresses the increasing inte...
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Wire-wrapped fuel rods are widely utilized in lead-bismuth reactors and subjected to high kinetic energy fluid flow, significantly influencing the reactor's safe operation. This study addresses the increasing interest in fuel assemblies by developing a theoretical fluid-structure interaction model to elucidate the dynamic behavior of wire-wrapped fuel rods. Newton's law is employed to derive the governing equation, with fluid force coefficients determined through widely accepted numerical simulations, while the impact and downstream nonlinear boundary condition are incorporated. Two comparative analyses robustly validate the reliability of the proposed model. Building on this model, the study investigates the nonlinear vibration characteristics (amplitude, phase space, impact forces, etc.) of the structure, considering the effects of gap size and streamlining parameter. Moreover, the theoretical derivation of this model provides a foundational and dependable mathematical framework to facilitate further research on fretting wear.
The cross-media water entry problem widely exists in fields such as ocean engineering and aerospace. The highly non-stationary characteristics of the cross-media water entry process significantly influence the structu...
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The cross-media water entry problem widely exists in fields such as ocean engineering and aerospace. The highly non-stationary characteristics of the cross-media water entry process significantly influence the structural strength and ballistic stability of vehicles. This paper selects air-dropped torpedoes, supercavitating vehicles, and high-speed projectiles as three typical types of cross-media vehicles for study. Based on their unique structural characteristics and typical water entry conditions, this paper focuses on the current status of their respective impact load and load reduction challenges, as well as water entry ballistic stability issues. At the research methodological level, this paper systematically reviews the progress of current research in three directions: theory, experiments, and numerical simulations, and introduces the application of artificial intelligence in solving cross-media problems. Finally, this paper looks forward to future development trends in cross-media water entry research, aiming to provide a reference for structural optimization design, motion stability control, and other related studies of cross-media vehicles.
The conventional unidirectional coupling method, which separates the flow field from the solid, is generally used for calculations to study the wind-induced response of overhead transmission wires in complex micro-ter...
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The conventional unidirectional coupling method, which separates the flow field from the solid, is generally used for calculations to study the wind-induced response of overhead transmission wires in complex micro-terrain conditions. This study constructed a calculation method for the strong bidirectional coupling of vibrations in canyon terrain based on the bidirectional coupling theory and analyzed the vibration characteristics of a transmission wire under step and pulse wind speed conditions. The simulation results show that the wire's displacement trend was basically the same and the oscillation period was the same under different step wind speed conditions. The influence of the pulse width on the wire displacement was periodic under pulse wind speed conditions, and the pulse amplitude affected the displacement amplitude.
fluid-induced vibrations (FIV) around helical tube bundles are common in engineering. Traditionally, most of the studied fluid media are water and air, but in recent years, the liquid lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE) has g...
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fluid-induced vibrations (FIV) around helical tube bundles are common in engineering. Traditionally, most of the studied fluid media are water and air, but in recent years, the liquid lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE) has gradually become an emerging heat exchange medium. The flow-induced vibration phenomenon of multi-row helical tube bundles in the LBE environment needs to be further investigated. This study employs a modified one-way fluid-solid interaction (FSI) coupling method to numerically examine flow-induced vibrations (FIV) in multi-row helical tube bundles across varying velocities, locations, helix diameters, and tube spacings. The results indicate that upstream bundles exhibit higher-frequency vorticity (100 130 Hz), while downstream bundles prevail in lower-frequency ranges (0 80 Hz). With an increase in inlet flow rate, vorticity, LBE temperature, and pressure pulsation amplitude increase, while the turbulent Prandtl (Prt) number decreases. In a close fluidsolid density ratio environment, the vibration response comprises steady deformation due to dynamic pressure and oscillations from pressure pulsations. Notably, steady deformation correlates quadratically with inlet flow rate (0 1.4 m/s), while downstream bundle oscillations are highly sensitive to flow rate variations. Larger helix diameters (760 1000 mm) positively correlate with oscillation amplitude and inversely with vibration main frequency (80 133 Hz). Bottom bundle vibration displacement exhibits a quadratic relationship with helix diameter, while middle and top bundles follow a linear trend. As longitudinal tube spacing (30 50 mm) increases, spiral bundle vibration oscillations also rise, with the middle bundle being most susceptible, followed by the lower and upper rows, and the vibration oscillations root mean square increased by factors of 1.98, 1.87, and 1.75, respectively.
This paper introduces the 3D Peskin problem: a two-dimensional elastic membrane immersed in a three-dimensional steady Stokes flow. We obtain the equations that model this free boundary problem and show that they admi...
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This paper introduces the 3D Peskin problem: a two-dimensional elastic membrane immersed in a three-dimensional steady Stokes flow. We obtain the equations that model this free boundary problem and show that they admit a boundary integral reduction, providing an evolution equation for the elastic interface. We consider general nonlinear elastic laws, i.e. the fully nonlinear Peskin problem, and prove that the problem is well-posed in low-regularity H & ouml;lder spaces. Moreover, we prove that the elastic membrane becomes smooth instantly in time.
The influence of solid particle erosion on aero-engine performance poses a potential threat to aviation safety. Accurate prediction of erosion rates for blades is crucial for assessing the engine's operational lif...
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The influence of solid particle erosion on aero-engine performance poses a potential threat to aviation safety. Accurate prediction of erosion rates for blades is crucial for assessing the engine's operational lifespan. Engine blades experience centrifugal forces during operation, resulting in erosion under tensile stress. This study has designed a specialized erosion-tension coupling test apparatus to explore the effect of tensile stress on specimens subjected to gas-solid erosion. Applying an axial tensile load equivalent to 60 % of the yield strength prompts a 90.2 % increase in erosion rate for aluminum alloy specimens at a 60 degrees erosion angle. Additionally, fluid-structure interaction simulations systematically analyze the surface stress distribution of specimens under various erosion and tension conditions. Subsequently, a novel erosion model is proposed, incorporating an innovative acceleration factor that considers material yield strength, Von Mises stress distribution, and erosion crater volume. This developed model accurately predicts erosion rates under various loading conditions for cylindrical and simplified engine blade specimens, with a deviation from experimental erosion rates of less than 18.1 %. The constructed erosion model provides a concise and accurate prediction of erosion rates for specimens subjected to gas-solid erosion under tensile stress.
This study examines local friction behavior at the chip-tool interface in metal cutting by integrating chip formation and microscale contact simulations. This research examines the mechanical effects of high-pressure ...
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This study examines local friction behavior at the chip-tool interface in metal cutting by integrating chip formation and microscale contact simulations. This research examines the mechanical effects of high-pressure metalworking fluid (MWF) supply on chip formation, specifically its impact on frictional interactions at the tool-chip interface. Through finite element modeling and a microscale contact model, this study provides detailed insights into the effects of high-pressure MWFs on local friction coefficients, contact length, and pressure distribution in the secondary shear zone. Experimental validation using high-speed orthogonal cutting tests demonstrates strong agreement between simulated and observed results, confirming the effectiveness of the multi-scale model. The findings suggest that optimized high-pressure lubrication significantly enhances tool life, reduces process forces, and improves surface quality, making it a valuable strategy for advanced machining applications.
In this study, the growth and rupture of plaque were investigated to predict the development of carotid atherosclerosis and plaque. Realistic 3D models of multi-component plaque and carotid artery were established in ...
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In this study, the growth and rupture of plaque were investigated to predict the development of carotid atherosclerosis and plaque. Realistic 3D models of multi-component plaque and carotid artery were established in healthy, mild, moderate, and severe stenosis. fluid-structure interaction (FSI) simulations were performed on these models, and the wall shear stress (WSS), time-averaged wall shear stress (TAWSS), oscillatory shear index (OSI), relative residence time (RRT), and wall tensile stress (WTS) in a natural cardiac cycle were analyzed to assess the epidermal rupture, growth tendency, and internal rupture of plaques in a natural state. Results show that in severe stenosis, the WSS at the stenosis sites exceeds the threshold of rupture during almost the entire cardiac cycle, thus causing an epidermal injury, bringing about plaque detachment and thrombosis. TAWSS decreased and OSI and RRT increased in the bifurcation region and the downstream region of the plaque. The deposition is more likely to occur in these regions. A higher degree of stenosis will increase the OSI and RRT in the downstream region of the plaque, leading to continuous deterioration of the plaque, while the degree of stenosis has little effect on the upstream region of the plaque. The fibrous cap is the starting point for rupture within the plaque, and calcification increases the stress on the fibrous cap, thereby increasing the risk of rupture.
The increasing global demand for sustainable energy has led to the exploration of hydrokinetic systems, particularly flapping foil turbines, which utilize fluid-structure interactions to harvest energy from water flow...
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The increasing global demand for sustainable energy has led to the exploration of hydrokinetic systems, particularly flapping foil turbines, which utilize fluid-structure interactions to harvest energy from water flows. This study investigates the optimization of spacing between fully passive oscillating foils arranged in parallel configuration to maximize energy extraction efficiency. Utilizing numerical simulations with OpenFOAM's overset mesh and URANS methods, the research examines the hydrodynamic performance and interaction effects of varying foil spacings, ranging from 3 to 15 chord lengths. For a specific configuration of a stall-flutter flapping foil turbine, results reveal that closer spacings (e.g., 3 chord lengths) can achieve comparable results to single-foil configurations, with solo efficiency eta = 0.299 and parallel efficiency eta = 0.304. The study further identifies a 15% increase in mean power coefficient at a spacing of d* = 5, linked to higher heave amplitude and strong fluid-structure interactions. The study highlights the potential of dual-foil setups to improve structural integrity and adaptability in diverse natural water currents. These findings offer valuable insights for the design and operation of hydrokinetic turbines, enhancing their feasibility as a sustainable energy solution.
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