This thesis evaluates an alternative method for creating vibration test fixtures. The new method is based on producing fixtures by utilizing the external forces, that a fixture is subjected to during vibration tests, instead of creating it with estimations and guess-work, as it is done today. The purpose is to be able to create fixtures that have high natural frequencies and are reliable during tests and the goal is to create a computational model that corresponds with the real test conditions. The computational model was defined by applying gravitational loads in all six directions on a static solid model and the computation was solved with topology optimization, to create a structure with the most optimal material distribution. Data was collected in quantities and a model was chosen to work further with to create the version that fulfills the requirements. The final version of the fixture was optimized to an optimal weight of $2.5\;kg$ and produced with additive manufacturing in order to test it on an electrodynamic shaker. The result was a fixture with improved characteristics and a computational model proven valid. Kongsberg Automotive can now create vibration fixtures with higher eigenfrequencies, lower mass and lower manufacturing costs, that are more reliable in vibration tests.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:ltu-79388 |
| Date | January 2020 |
| Creators | Bolle, Jenny Helene |
| Publisher | Luleå tekniska universitet, Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
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