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	Using computational fluid dynamics analysis, SwRI engineers improve fluid flow in a manifold.
	Graphic illustrating evaluation of stresses and deflections in a pump cylinder barrel.

To evaluate the stresses and deflections in a pump cylinder barrel, Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) engineers use finite element analysis, enabling the component’s power density to be increased substantially.

Hydraulic Systems Design & Development  Analysis Techniques

Engineers at SwRI analyze the operating characteristics of hydraulic components and systems to improve existing designs or develop and optimize new ones. Analytical techniques include:

• Linear and nonlinear finite element analysis

• Structural optimization

• Thermodynamic evaluation

• Computational fluid dynamics

• Kinematic analysis

• Modal evaluation

• Torsional analysis

• Tribological analysis

• System dynamics

Fuzzy Logic

Fuzzy logic controls are an alternatives to conventional control techniques. This plot illustrates the methodology used to find the optimum position command for a hydraulic control system.
 

Fuzzy logic controls are alternatives to conventional control techniques. This plot illustrates the methodology used to find the optimum position command for a hydraulic control system.

For more information about hydraulic systems design and development analysis capabilities at SwRI or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Glenn Wendel at gwendel@swri.org or 210-522-2622.
 

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November 03, 2009