Analysis of a Support Base Stand using Finite Element Analysis
Keywords:
Finite Element Analysis, Base Stand, ANSYS, Deformation, Von-Mises StressAbstract
In this paper, deformation, Von-Mises stress, and failure analysis were carried out on a base stand using ANSYS workbench. The structural design was carried out using SolidWorks software and then imported into the ANSYS workbench for analysis. The investigation is performed using four different materials, i.e., structural steel, aluminum alloy, carbon fiber, and copper alloy, with an applied loading force of 1000 N at the tip of the structure. This technique highlights a complete reaction of the structure to the loading force, therefore providing room for structural optimization to reduce the risk of unexpected failure and unnecessary material wastage. The results obtained were compared and analyzed to identify the best material capable of withstanding the subjected force. Based on the Von-mises result, Carbon fiber has the highest possible maximum stress value of 4.70e+07 Pa, followed by structural steel, then Copper alloy. At the same time, the aluminium alloy has the least minimum Von-Mises. Structural steel is the very best option based upon the analysis outcomes. Its factor of safety is above unity in all the designs, which indicates that the structure has been over-designed. For that reason, it is suggested that the structure needs to be enhanced.
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