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Abstract
The reliability of a system, where the linear displacement of a piston is converted into the rotation of a power transmission shaft, is heavily contingent upon the dependability of the crankshaft. The crankshaft stands as a critical component, and any damage to it could potentially disrupt the entire system. The crankshaft, being a high-volume production element with intricate geometry in internal combustion engines (ICE), plays a pivotal role in transforming the reciprocating motion of the piston into the rotational motion of the crank. It extracts power from the piston, generated through the combustion process in the cylinder's combustion chamber. During the power transmission process, the load exerts force at a specific crank angle, necessitating an analysis of the stress on the connecting rod under varying load conditions. Previous studies typically involve creating 3D models of engine components in 'CATIA V5software, followed by transferring them to 'ANSYSfor analysis. The evaluation of crank throw distortion and stress aids in providing a foundational understanding to enhance design by minimizing weight. The proposed research involves creating a 3D model of the crankshaft system using CATIA V5 and subjecting it to analysis in ANSYS to evaluate motion and loads acting on the crankshaft. Topology optimization is employed to enhance machine performance by reducing weight without compromising functionality.
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Copyright © 2024 Shobhit Kumar. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
