Design and discrete optimization of hybrid aluminumcomposite drive shafts for automotive industry
Author
Source
Journal of Engineering Research
Issue
Vol. 9, Issue 3 B (30 Sep. 2021), pp.248-263, 16 p.
Publisher
Kuwait University Academic Publication Council
Publication Date
2021-09-30
Country of Publication
Kuwait
No. of Pages
16
Main Subjects
Engineering & Technology Sciences (Multidisciplinary)
Abstract EN
Fiber reinforced composites have been widely used in automotive industry since they offer significant weight reduction, low manufacturing and tooling cost, and better integration of parts compared to metal counterparts.
In this study, design optimization of a hybrid aluminum/composite drive shaft subjected to torsion was carried out using ANSYS Workbench with ACP module.
The numerical validation of finite element (FE) model was carried out by means of theoretical, experimental, and numerical studies in the literature.
The ply material, lay-up orientations, and thickness of aluminum layer were considered as design variables.
The geometric parameters in design were the length and inner diameter of the drive shaft.
Two important design constraints, the minimum first mode natural frequency and design torque, were considered to satisfy the design requirements of a rear-wheel drive shaft used in automotive industry.
The optimum design variables were determined by using screening method.
The optimum design parameters (length, inner diameter, ply angle, and material) were presented in tabular form.
Compared to nonoptimized scenario, the optimized solution reduced the cost of the hybrid composite drive shaft about 30% without ignoring the design requirements.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Beylergil, Bertan. 2021. Design and discrete optimization of hybrid aluminumcomposite drive shafts for automotive industry. Journal of Engineering Research،Vol. 9, no. 3 B, pp.248-263.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1494994
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Beylergil, Bertan. Design and discrete optimization of hybrid aluminumcomposite drive shafts for automotive industry. Journal of Engineering Research Vol. 9, no. 3 B (Sep. 2021), pp.248-263.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1494994
American Medical Association (AMA)
Beylergil, Bertan. Design and discrete optimization of hybrid aluminumcomposite drive shafts for automotive industry. Journal of Engineering Research. 2021. Vol. 9, no. 3 B, pp.248-263.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1494994
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 262-263
Record ID
BIM-1494994