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Cylinder Head
Structural and Thermal FEA

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	Example of finite element analysis

To evaluate the structural integrity of the cylinder head design as well as its ability to manage the heat of combustion to eliminate "hot spots" that could cause early equipment failure, Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) engineers use finite element analysis (FEA). Structural analyses include assembly loads, combustion pressure loads, and the stresses imposed by thermal growth. FEA displacements are used to evaluate the uniformity of combustion seal loading by the cylinder head.

Learn more about FEA at SwRI.

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For more information about cylinder head structural and thermal FEA capabilities at SwRI or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Mark Tussing at mtussing@swri.org or (210) 522-2628.

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Mark Tussing

Engine Design

(210) 522-2628

mtussing@swri.org

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September 19, 2008

Engine Design

Cylinder Head Structural and Thermal FEA

Cylinder Head
Structural and Thermal FEA