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Optimized design of cab frame to improve energy absorption performance

  • Zefry Darmawan*
  • , Shigeyuki Haruyama
  • , Ken Kaminishi
  • *Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

Abstract

Heavy operating vehicle was used in many surfaces condition, sometimes in heavy terrain with high possibilities of rollover accident. Rollover is a fatal condition where the equipment shifted from its stability and move toward the ground. Consequently, the use of a rollover protecting structure or cab frame as a standard safety was an effort to protect operator from the accident. Numerical approach using finite element method generated a simple square of cab frame combined with design experiment of Taguchi's orthogonal array. A set of 11 single bars compiled into entire cab frame where each bar has 2 thickness levels and total 12 simulations were required. Furthermore, every simulation compares each other to produce the highest energy absorption during collision. Finally, the highest result then optimized using Taguchi's control chart. Thickness is known as a prime factor in structural design which can increase energy absorption and reduce buckling at certain area. The highest energy absorption obtained in the optimized model was valuable for prototyping development of cab frame.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDisruptive Innovation in Mechanical Engineering for Industry Competitiveness
Subtitle of host publicationProceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Mechanical Engineering, ICOME 2017
EditorsVivien S. Djanali, Suwarno, Bambang Pramujati, Volodymyr A. Yartys
PublisherAmerican Institute of Physics Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9780735416994
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 13 Jul 2018
Event3rd International Conference on Mechanical Engineering, ICOME 2017 - Surabaya, Indonesia
Duration: 5 Oct 2017 → 6 Oct 2017

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume1983
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Conference

Conference3rd International Conference on Mechanical Engineering, ICOME 2017
Country/TerritoryIndonesia
CitySurabaya
Period5/10/17 → 6/10/17

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