MODELLING ROLLING CONTACT FATIGUE CRACKING WITH A 2D TRUSS-LIKE DISCRETE ELEMENT METHOD

Markus Januschewsky*, Gerald Trummer, Klaus Six, Roger Lewis

*Korrespondierende/r Autor/-in für diese Arbeit

Publikation: KonferenzbeitragPaperBegutachtung

Abstract

The prediction of rolling contact fatigue requires modelling methods that efficiently simulate the propagation, branching and coalescence of fatigue cracks. The developed Discrete Element Method model is a novel approach to provide this capability. The model is based on discrete elements that are subject to a fatigue law. With it, the failure of elements due to cyclic loads can be simulated. The propagating cracks are not confined to predefined paths, but develop according to the local loading conditions. The current development of the model is summarised in this paper.
Originalspracheenglisch
PublikationsstatusVeröffentlicht - 4 Sept. 2022
Veranstaltung12th International Conference on Contact Mechanics and Wear of Rail/Wheel Systems: CM 2022 - Melbourne, Hybrider Event, Australien
Dauer: 4 Sept. 20227 Sept. 2022

Konferenz

Konferenz12th International Conference on Contact Mechanics and Wear of Rail/Wheel Systems
KurztitelCM 2022
Land/GebietAustralien
OrtHybrider Event
Zeitraum4/09/227/09/22

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