Numerical and Experimental Analysis of Torsion Springs Using NURBS Curves
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Abstract
Torsion springs, which transfer power through the twisting of their coil, provide advantages such as module simplification and efficient use of space. The design of a torsion spring has been formulated, but it is difficult to determine the local behaviors of torsion springs according to actual load conditions. This study proposes a torsion-spring design method through finite element analysis (FEA) using nonuniform-rational-basis-spline (NURBS) curves. Through experimentation, the angle and displacement values for the actual spring load were converted into useable data. Torsion-spring displacement values were obtained via experimentation and converted into coordinates that may be expressed using NURBS curves. The results of these experiments were then compared to those obtained via FEA, and the validity of this method was thereby verified.
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OpenAlex topics: Mechanical Engineering and Vibrations Research · Structural Analysis and Optimization · Topology Optimization in Engineering
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Industrial Technology Research Institute, Kongju National University, Cheonan-daero, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si 31080, Chungcheongnam-do, Korea
International Testing and Evaluation Laboratory (ITEL), 53, Osongsaengmyeong 10-ro, Osong-eup, heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si 28164, Chungcheongbuk-do, Korea
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School, Kongju National University, Cheonan-daero, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si 31080, Chungcheongnam-do, Korea
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