Preliminary communication

Optimal finite elements method (FEM) model for the jib structure of a waterway dredger

D. Kovačević ; Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
M. Soković ; Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
I. Budak ; Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
A. Antić ; Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
B. Kosec ; Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Abstract

This paper is presentation of the development of advanced approach for modeling and structural analysis of jib structure which is usually part of waterway bucket dredgers. Object of analysis is a jib structure which will be reconstructed for the excavation of grain material from a river bed. Main goal of paper is to proof benefits of enough sophisticated i.e. “optimal” FEM model for structural analysis of this type of structures in comparison with simple, but not adequate models. Proper stress state is emphasized as primary, but not only condition. It is necessary to reach serviceability and durability state, as well as affordable financial construction circumstances.

Keywords

FEM modeling; jib; special FE; nonlinear analysis

Hrčak ID:

71188

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/71188

Publication date:

2.1.2012.

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