Good web site for engineering papers? 1

[EasyAim]

I'm performing a study of the best method of modeling interference/clearance fit fasteners using pro/MECHANICA. It is possible to model fasteners in a hole using gap elements, spring elements, constraints, etc.... and all of the results look good but the stress distribution is slightly different with each one.
I'd like some empirical data based to verify which method models various pins in a hole most accurately. Ideally, test data based on a very large lug with many strain gages with different pin clearances would be perfect.

Does anyone know of a good website (or other source) that has a collection of lab tests with applicable data?

 

[rikman]

Hi EasyAim,

You could try the following link - its not exactly what you asked for, but may give some pointers.

http://euler9.tripod.com/fasteners/

regards,
Rikman

 

[EasyAim]

Good job, 'Rikman'. This was a neat website. You're right - it did not have exactly what I'm looking for but it has other great references.

 

[mloew]

EasyAim,

I have used the contact functionality in Pro/MECHANICA for fasteners with success although I have not used other methods to compare the results with. I would suggest first performing a Google search (

http://www.google.com/search?num=50...window=1&q=modeling+fasteners+pro/MECHANICA).

I would also try other alternative keywords and perhaps eliminate the Pro/MECHANICA requirements to find some good general solutions.

If you don't find exactly what you are looking for you may wish to repost this question on one of these alternative fora:

Eng-tips Bolt, Rivet & Weld engineering forum: forum725
Eng-tips Finite Element Analysis engineering forum: forum727
ProE Central Analysis Forum:

http://www.proecentral.com/portal/forum/messages.asp?for_id=18

Best regards,

Matthew Ian Loew

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