Keywords
Finite element method, Stress concentration, Texas Grain Analysis Program, Cylindrical inclusion, Interlayer thickness, Modulus of elasticity variation, Axial stress distribution
Abstract
This paper presents a parametric study of the stresses in a matrix near a cylindrical inclusion. The Texas Grain Analysis Program (TEXGAP), a finite element approach, is used to model the problem. Eight different models are investigated which establish the stress effects of varying interlayer thickness, varying modulus of elasticity of inclusions and interlayers, and element size. The results, presented as plots of axial stresses, show a definite lowering of the stress in the area of inclusion termination as the interlayer thickness is increased from zero. A further stress decrease is noted with the addition of some inclusion elasticity. Similarly, the stresses also decrease as the interlayer becomes more elastic.
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Graduation Date
1977
Advisor
Jenkins, David R.
Degree
Master of Science (M.S.)
College
College of Engineering
Degree Program
Engineering
Format
Pages
28 pages
Language
English
Rights
Public Domain
Length of Campus-only Access
None
Access Status
Masters Thesis (Open Access)
Identifier
DP0012924
Subjects
Finite element method; Stress concentration; Texas Grain Analysis Program; Strains and stresses--Computer simulation; Strains and stresses--Mathematical models; Stress concentration--Mathematical models; Elastic analysis (Engineering)--Mathematical models; Micromechanics--Mathematical models
STARS Citation
Wade, Thomas L., "Finite Element Analysis of Cylindrical Inclusions" (1977). Retrospective Theses and Dissertations. 387.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/rtd/387
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University of Central Florida. College of Engineering [VIAF]
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