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A finite element model for independent wire rope core with double helical geometry subjected to axial loads

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Due to the complex geometry of wires within a wire rope, it is difficult to model and analyse independent wire rope core accurately (IWRC). In this paper, a more realistic three-dimensional modelling approach and finite element analysis of wire ropes are explained. Single helical geometry is enough to model simple straight strand while IWRC has a more complex geometry by inclusion of double helical wires in outer strands. Taking the advantage of the double helical wires, three-dimensional IWRCs modelling is applied for both right regular lay and lang lay IWRCs. Wire-by-wire based results are gathered by using the proposed modelling and analysis method under various loading conditions. Illustrative examples are given for those show the accuracy and the robustness of the present FE analysis scheme with considering frictional properties and contact interactions between wires. FE analysis results are compared with the analytical and available test results and show reasonable agreement with a simpler and more practical approach.

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  1. Istanbul Technical University, Institute of Informatics, Computational Science and Engineering Program, 34469 Maslak, Istanbul, Turkey

    CENGIZ ERDONMEZ

  2. Istanbul Technical University, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, 34394 Gumussuyu, Istanbul, Turkey

    C ERDEM IMRAK

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ERDONMEZ, C., IMRAK, C.E. A finite element model for independent wire rope core with double helical geometry subjected to axial loads. Sadhana 36, 995–1008 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12046-011-0053-1

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