Finite element analysis of bird impact damage to representative beam-edge structure

Yong Kang Zhang, Yu Long Li, Hai Qing Wang

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Abstract

The 3D finite element analysis model for multi-layered spaced beam-edge structure under bird impact is established by taking the typical fuselage support structure of a certain type airplane as the object. Numerical results of the crucial parts during bird impact are obtained by using the ALE-Lagrange coupling method in the non-linear program (ANSYS/LS-DYNA), and the critical velocity when the beam-edge structure fails is achieved. The effects on structure response of different impact locations are investigated, and the structure failure mechanism for bird impact is analyzed. Both the structure deformation and failure mode from the simulation are consistent with the results of the prototype test, which proves the validity of the method and model proposed in this paper.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)236-242
Number of pages7
JournalBaozha Yu Chongji/Explosion and Shock Waves
Volume28
Issue number3
StatePublished - May 2008

Keywords

  • Beam-edge structure
  • Bird impact
  • Critical velocity
  • Finite element analysis
  • Solid mechanics

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