Three-Dimensional Analyses of Spur Gear Bending Stresses by Global-Local Finite Element Technique

Abstract:

Three-dimensional elastic stresses developed in the root fillet of spur gear tooth due to uniform or non-uniform load distribution are analyzed in detail using global-local technique. Results indicate that root stresses distribute always non-uniformly along tooth width, and the maximum critical root stress (CRS) and its position depend on the face width and load distribution form. The maximum CRS is always higher than the corresponding value obtained under plane assumption and the value on the free surface. So, it is dangerous to use the CRSs calculated in practical gear designs. This research provides knowledge of root stresses for engineer to guard against gear failure and to design for increased loading.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 365-366)
• Pages: 309-313
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.365-366.309
• Online since: August 2013
• Authors: Ya Zhou Xu, Zhi Xue Wu, Shu Ai Tian, Ya Jun Hua
• Keywords: Finite Element Method (FEM), Gear Strength, Spur Gear, Stress Analysis

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