Optimal Design of Computerized Flat Knitting Machine Cam Curves Based on UG and ANSYS/LS-DYNA

Abstract:

By combining the industrial design software UG and finite element dynamic analysis software ANSYS/LS-DYNA, the paper respectively designs the non-linear knitting cams with polynomial curves, and simulates the loop-forming process in the interaction between the cams and needles. Based on comparative analyses, it’s thereby concluded that the polynomial curve has the best performance and is significantly superior to the cam curve composed of straight-lines and circular-arcs; the elements with higher stresses are located above the butt of needle jack and the joint of the jack and latch needle; and the polynomial curve is effective in lowering the maximum stress of the needle.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 529)
• Pages: 410-414
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.529.410
• Online since: June 2014
• Authors: Cang Zhao*, Guang Li Song, Lei Xu
• Keywords: ANSYS/LS-DYNA, Computerized Flat Knitting Machine, Kinematics, Non-Linear Knitting Cam, Optimal Design, UG

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