Determination of the Wing Conveyor Idlers’ Axial Loads Using the Finite Element Method

Mišković, Zoran; Mitrović, Radivoje; Tasic, Milan; Tasić, M; Danko, Ján

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-99620-2_14

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“…(1) The book by Paul and Craig (2016) studied resistance with different test parameters and applied the test data in the conveyor design to improve the accuracy of belt tension calculation. The wing conveyor idlers' axial loads using the finite element method are examined (Miskovic et al, 2018). The rolling resistance calculation by comparing rubber stress relaxation models is studied (Munzenberger et al, 2018).…”

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Multi-objective optimization design and reliability analysis of idler with hollow step-shaft

Meng

Zhao

2019

JAMDSM

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Idlers, one of the important parts of belt conveyors, are substantial and constitute approximately one-third of the equipment cost. Therefore, idlers in conveyor systems must be optimized. This study designs a new kind of idler on the basis of theoretical calculation and coupling simulation, with the shaft, shell, and labyrinth gland of the idler as optimization variables and overall cost and life span of the idler as objective functions. According to each independent variable of the idler, this idler adopts the equal strength beam concept and maximizes the overall carrying capacity of the shaft and the bearing by using a hollow step-shaft. The idler effectively adopts the one-piece casting labyrinth gland, thereby automatically enhancing the sealing effect with a screw structure in different rotation directions. The simulation analysis shows that under certain working conditions, the stress of the new idler shaft is one-third of the stress of the traditional idler shaft, and the strain is one-half of the traditional idler shaft, and the effect is obvious. A reliability analysis of the idler system is described in this work through the establishment of a fault tree, determination of the logical relationship of each component and provides methods for further research. Finally, the idler is verified to be practical in engineering applications, with a 10% cost reduction and considerable economic benefits.

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Multi-objective optimization design and reliability analysis of idler with hollow step-shaft

Meng

Zhao

2019

JAMDSM

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“…During operation, idlers in belt conveyors are loaded with radial and axial forces. The radial load comes from the weight and force of the belt tension as well as the weight of the material transported on the belt [8][9][10], whereas axial forces are generated in the case of idlers inclined or skewed in relation to the direction of belt movement. These loads cause stresses and deformations in the structural elements of the idler, which translate into an increase in its rolling resistance.…”

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“…However, there are no studies on intentionally introduced axial loads, which undoubtedly occur during normal operation and have an impact on the idler rolling resistance. In one study [8], the value of the side idlers' axial load was estimated using simulation tests.…”

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Influence of Design Parameters of Idler Bearing Units on the Energy Consumption of a Belt Conveyor

2021

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This publication presents the results of laboratory tests of idler rolling resistance under operational loads. Operational loads are understood as radial and axial forces acting on the idler, with values corresponding to those that occur in the conditions of its operation in copper ore mines. Knowing the rolling resistance is important not only at the stage of conveyor design, selection of the drive power or calculations of the necessary belt strength, but also when improving and searching for new idler design solutions. The idlers adopted for this research were differentiated in terms of bearings and idler axial clearance. The investigations were carried out on a unique test stand designed and built by the authors. The construction of the stand enables simulating operational loads while measuring the rolling resistance. The test rig measures idler bearing losses and rolling drag, not belt indentation rolling resistance. The object of the research were ø133×465 idlers, which are most commonly used in the raw materials industry. The results show the possibility of reducing the belt conveyor energy consumption by appropriate selection of the design features of the idler bearing unit.

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Determination of Dynamic Properties of Rubber-Metal Motor Mount of Electric Powertrain

Danko

Bucha

Milesich

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Computational and Experimental Approaches in Materials Science and Engineering

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Determination of the Wing Conveyor Idlers’ Axial Loads Using the Finite Element Method

Cited by 5 publications

References 4 publications

Multi-objective optimization design and reliability analysis of idler with hollow step-shaft

Multi-objective optimization design and reliability analysis of idler with hollow step-shaft

Influence of Design Parameters of Idler Bearing Units on the Energy Consumption of a Belt Conveyor

Determination of Dynamic Properties of Rubber-Metal Motor Mount of Electric Powertrain

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