Mould flow and component design analysis of polymeric based composite automotive clutch pedals are presented in this paper. The differences between the two types of profile with and 'I' and 'T' cross-sections were studied using finite element analysis software package called LUSAS. The materials properties applied are those to polyamide 6,6 with 30% glass fiber reinforcement. The materials are assumed to behave in an isometric manner, since the materials selected are from random short glass fiber reinforced polymers. Based on the study, an 'I' cross-section is able to endure higher stress compared to 'T' profile. The differences between an 'X' and 'V' rib patterns is also evaluated based on finite element analysis (FEA) as well as mould flow analysis using Moldflow Plastic Insight (MPI) software. The two patterns are compared in terms of stress and flow patterns. Based on the results, a 'V' rib is incorporated into the composite clutch pedal.


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    Title :

    Mould flow and component design analysis of polymeric based composite automotive clutch pedals


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    Published in:

    Publication date :

    2006


    Size :

    8 Seiten, 14 Bilder, 1 Tabelle, 4 Quellen




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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