TY - JOUR
AU1 - Mundo, D
AU2 - Mas, P
AU3 - Clausi, D
AB - AbstractA hybrid numerical—experimental methodology for the dynamic characterization of automotive rubber connections is presented. In order to predict the dynamic response of automotive structures, a finite element (FE) modelling approach is often used. A critical factor in the achievement of accurate dynamic or static predictions is modelling of non-linear connections between closures and car body. An experimental method is proposed for characterizing the dynamic behaviour of automotive weather strips. By means of a dedicated test bed, a frequency-dependent model of complex stiffness is identified for both normal and tangential loading conditions. The stiffness variability with quasi-static deformation amplitude and deformed shape is also investigated. The experimental data are then used to identify a linear FE model of vehicle rubber connections within the range 0—300 Hz. A simplified car door model and frequency response function (FRF) correlations are used to obtain an experimental validation of the proposed modelling approach.
TI - Dynamic characterization and numerical modelling of automotive rubber connections
JF - Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part D: Journal of Automobile Engineering
DO - 10.1243/09544070JAUTO44
DA - 2006-04-01
UR - https://www.deepdyve.com/lp/sage/dynamic-characterization-and-numerical-modelling-of-automotive-rubber-QTSl0VMJrB
SP - 425
EP - 434
VL - 220
IS - 4
DP - DeepDyve
ER -