Finite Element Analysis and Material Optimization for Equivalent Strength of Composite Connecting Rod

International Journal of Mechanical Engineering

© 2015 by SSRG - IJME Journal

Volume 2 Issue 2

Year of Publication : 2015

Authors : Mr. Vivek T. Fegade, Dr. Kiran S. Bhole

10.14445/23488360/IJME-V2I2P106

How to Cite?

Mr. Vivek T. Fegade, Dr. Kiran S. Bhole, "Finite Element Analysis and Material Optimization for Equivalent Strength of Composite Connecting Rod," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 2,  no. 2, pp. 27-33, 2015. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V2I2P106

Abstract:

This work describes about weight reduction opportunities for forged steel connecting rod of internal combustion engine. The existing connecting rod is modified to make it composite connecting rod using two materials: forged steel and titanium without disturbing its existing geometry. The design and weight affects the performance of connecting rod.  With the implementation of optimization approach connecting rod of stronger but equally lighter can be obtained with minimum cost.  Therefore, this study has dealt with two subjects, first, static load with detailed  stress analysis of the connecting rod and second optimization of rod to reduce the weight and production cost. A appropriate CAD model of connecting rod was designed in CATIA V5, after that FEA was carried out in ANSYS WORKBENCH to determine maximum vonmisses stresses acting on it. In response to an increasing demand for fuel-economy, weight reduction technique have been proposed to create an optimum connecting rod design. The research aims to maximize weight savings in a connecting rod, without sacrificing the structural performances such as strength and stiffness.

Keywords:

Connecting Rod, FEA, Optimization, Static

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