Advanced Materials Research Vol. 544

Abstract: The calculation of mean time between failures (MTBF) is of significance in reliability engineering. The precondition before calculation of MTBF is to make sure what failure model the numerical control (NC) system follows. For different distributions, the corresponding calculation methods of MTBF are always different. Undertaken a 2 year period of timing censored test with replacement of NC lathe, authors apply a type I censored likelihood function to make the distribution fitting of time between failures of NC system. The tests of goodness-of-fit applying Hollander’s method demonstrate that the time between failures of NC system follows the Weibull distribution. The conclusion not only deeply analyzes the NC system failure law, but also establishes the basis of calculation for the mean time between failures of NC system based on censored data with replacement.

Abstract: Based on characteristics of high-speed trains, a special passive protective structure was designed and simulated by the non-linear FEA code LS-DYNA. The two-step energy-absorbing structure fixed on the cab side and the similar function structure on the other end were studied. It was proved that the two-step structure deformed orderly and had an energy absorbing capacity of 3.4MJ which could protect the cab effectively and that the rear end low stiffness zone had an energy absorbing capacity of 6.5MJ which also could protect the integrity of the passenger areas. Three typical train-to-train collision scenarios were studied by full-scale FEA method.

Abstract: In this paper, it proposes an effective method for 6-6 Stewart parallel mechanism dynamics analysis in ADAMS. Firstly, it builds a virtual model in ADAMS/View, using spline function and self-defining function to define loads and constraints, through the follow-up dynamic simulation, the positive solutions and inverse solutions are solved conveniently, and this can provide a foundation for analyzing the parallel mechanism’s operability and space path line. Secondly, it uses secondary developing technology (APDL) to program a parameterized virtual model, which can give a credibility way to analyze the influence of random errors on the mechanism mobile. In short, it needn’t to calculate complex mathematic model as that in the past, yet this new method proposed provides a definite theory foundation and contains well application values for further study.

Abstract: Reliability analysis of the procedure of ultrasonic technique before inspection has been proved to be essential to ensure the equipment operation safety. The conventional evaluation methods are based on statistical models and a remarkable sample size is needed to get a accurate result. In this work, the Bootstrap model for small sample data is established based on the re-sampling technique. The probability of detection (POD) curves in different conditions are calculated based on the Bootstrap model, and used for quantitative analysis the influence of inspection parameter on stainless steel auto ultrasonic testing result. The calculated result based on bootstrap model is compared with which based on model assisted POD method. The results indicate that Bootstrap model is an efficient tool for the reliability analysis of inspection with small sample data, and insure the inspection result.

Abstract: Synthetically applied the technology of Full Current Selective Protection and Zone-Selective interlocking mainly, this paper comes up with a new Intelligent Molded Case Circuit Breaker system. Use the accurate calculation method, to achieve a good function of three kinds of current protection. By means of coordinate communication, the system implements selective trip and protection function, and improve the reliability and safety of the distribution system. Self-diagnostic function works when the system goes wrong, which extend the service life of this circuit breaker system.

Abstract: While PSS is fundamental for the development of solution oriented partnerships, the stakeholders’ distribution of profit is not defined an operational paradigm yet. In this article, we provide a brief overview of the diesel engine in the area of Product Service Systems. Firstly, we establish the model of Diesel Engine PSS, when we analysis the product features of diesel engine and the features of PSS for diesel engine. The application of PSS in diesel engine area may be different from other manufacturing, but the intrinsic complexity of PSS, which include Convenient, science and the economy, can be proved for the stakeholders. So then we summarize the stakeholders of PSS, and understand the relationship of stakeholders’ profit structure. Finally, we design the profit model of diesel engine PSS. The main content is that how to get the quantization of the stakeholders’ profit and the balance the profit model of diesel engine PSS which can decide to the trade of diesel engine products-services smoothly.

Abstract: Life prediction for a component can’t instead of its life tests, even so it has a very important guiding significance for the optimization design and material selection of the component, and it can decrease great loss caused by design mistakes, also possibly avoid detours, especially on initial development stage. It also is an important stage of the lifecycle design of a component. According to a certain working condition, this paper predicts the wear life of a large diameter hydraulic directional spool valve with 2-position 4-way for the hydraulic system of a high speed winch, combined with the surface micro-topography of the valve body and spool, and influence factors to the fit clearance changing caused by wear, such as shaping form errors, lateral force, matching materials, hydraulic medium and so on. The result shows that the wear life of the large diameter spool valve is more than 10 million times. The prediction provides a theoretical basis for the independent development of this valve, and has a certain reference for the design of this kind of components.

Abstract: PHM (Prognostics and Health Management) for Aero-engines is an effective technical approach to balance the economy and safety of the flight in the total life cycle. In this paper, we mainly analyze the popular issues in the process of designing PHM system for aero-engines including the testability design concept, the scheme of condition monitoring and the utilization extent of condition information. Then presents some useful solutions and advices for the testability design respectively; and analyzes the influence of testability on health management strategies and the main source of uncertainty; then propose a roadmap for making test program based on the PHM requirements and evaluating test program, for improve the utilizing degree of monitoring information, we lastly presented common data fusion methods and some typical examples is illustrated.

Abstract: This paper mainly introduces the design of a test equipment for large-inclination screw conveyor, especially focuses on the structure, function and the hydraulic control system. The test equipment can work well under the condition of the variable speed and angle, and even under different structural parameters and different conveyed materials. PLC programmable controller with the hydraulic control system can control the electro-hydraulic proportional valve automatically and eliminate the problems such as dead zone and hysterics of electro-hydraulic proportional valve itself, which helps us to develop a set of the electro-hydraulic control system, and also can be used as a platform for big dip screw conveyor experimental research.

Abstract: The R&D on alternative fuel vehicles has gained increasing attention by companies. In this study we develop a two-stage game theoretic model to explore the cooperative and noncooperative R&D activities in alternative fuel vehicles with spillovers. The results provide practical insights into actions that could be considered by regulators and organizations to encourage environmental investments.