THERMO-MECHANICAL LOADS IN STRUCTURAL FASTENED JOINTS

Organization Name

Inventor(s)

Joseph Daniel Schaefer of Richmond Heights MO (US)

THERMO-MECHANICAL LOADS IN STRUCTURAL FASTENED JOINTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240281570 titled 'THERMO-MECHANICAL LOADS IN STRUCTURAL FASTENED JOINTS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application presents methods for designing a structure considering thermal loads, analyzing thermal build-up in a joint, and generating closed-form equations to calculate thermal build-up based on physical data.

Physical testing is conducted between two materials to determine stiffness, strain, load, and displacement data.
The physical data is analyzed to generate a closed-form equation for calculating thermal build-up in the joint.

Key Features and Innovation

Designing structures considering thermal loads
Analyzing thermal build-up in joints
Generating closed-form equations based on physical data
Calculating thermal build-up in joints

Potential Applications

This technology can be applied in various industries such as construction, aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing where thermal considerations are crucial for structural integrity.

Problems Solved

This technology addresses the challenge of accurately predicting and managing thermal build-up in joints, which is essential for ensuring the stability and performance of structures.

Benefits

Improved design accuracy
Enhanced structural integrity
Optimal thermal management
Increased safety and reliability of structures

Commercial Applications

Structural engineering firms
Aerospace companies
Automotive manufacturers
Construction companies

Prior Art

Readers can explore prior research on thermal analysis in structural design, joint behavior under thermal loads, and closed-form equations for thermal calculations in joints.

Frequently Updated Research

Stay updated on the latest advancements in thermal analysis techniques, joint behavior modeling, and closed-form equation generation for thermal calculations in structures.

Questions about Thermal Build-Up Analysis

How does this technology improve the accuracy of thermal analysis in structural design?

This technology enhances accuracy by conducting physical testing between materials to generate data for closed-form equations, leading to more precise thermal build-up calculations.

What industries can benefit the most from this innovation?

Industries such as construction, aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing can benefit significantly from this technology by ensuring the structural integrity and performance of their products.

Original Abstract Submitted

methods of designing a structure taking into account thermal loads are presented. a method to analyze thermal build-up in a joint is presented. physical testing between a first material and a second material is performed to determine physical data comprising at least one of stiffness, strain, load, and displacement. the physical data is analyzed. a closed form equation is generated based on the analysis to calculate the thermal build-up in the joint.