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  1. jek147

    Force Distribution for Tire and Rim Interface

    I am attempting to simulate a loaded wheel (rim only) in a FEA package. I would like to simulate the radial test as specified by SAEJ1992 or SAEJ267. However, I do not know how to best simulate the forces/loads the tire exerts on the rim (TRA-J profile). Does anyone have any information or...
  2. jek147

    Are fine threads preferred when vibrations are present

    I commonly use exciters with fixtures which use threaded fasteners. I generally use pitches in the range of 40 to 60 and have not had any problems. However, I usually do not exceed 10kHz.
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