https://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/issue/feedJournal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics2024-03-13T10:14:08+00:00Komal Palkomal.pal@celnet.inOpen Journal Systems<p><strong><strong>Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics (JoEAM)</strong></strong></p><p><strong>eISSN</strong>: 2230-9845<br /><strong>ISSN</strong>: 2321–516X</p><p><strong>Journal DOI: 10.37591/JoEAM</strong></p><div><strong><strong><strong>Scientific Journal Impact Factor (</strong>SJIF Value): <span>6.067</span></strong></strong></div><p><strong>Click <a href="/index.php/JoEAM/about/editorialTeam" target="_blank">here</a> for complete Editorial Board</strong></p><div><strong>Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics (JoEAM)</strong> is a print and e-journal focused towards the rapid publication of fundamental research papers on all areas of Experimental & Applied Mechanics. It's a triannual journal, started in 2010.</div><p><strong>Focus and Scope Covers</strong></p><ul><li>Fluid Mechanics</li><li>Analytical Mechanics</li><li>Computational Mechanics</li><li>Solid Mechanics</li><li>Continuum Mechanics</li><li>Thermo Mechanics</li><li>Experimental Mechanics</li></ul><p>All contributions to the journal are rigorously refereed and are selected on the basis of quality and originality of the work. The journal publishes the most significant new research papers or any other original contribution in the form of reviews and reports on new concepts in all areas pertaining to its scope and research being done in the world, thus ensuring its scientific priority and significance.</p><p><strong>Readership</strong>: Graduate, Postgraduate, Research Scholar, Faculties, Institutions, and in Industries.</p><div><strong>Indexed in: </strong>DRJI, Citefactor, Journal TOC, Google Scholar, <a href="https://journals.indexcopernicus.com/search/details?id=34191">Index Copernicus (ICV</a>: 54.42)</div><div> </div><div><div><strong>Submission of Paper:</strong> </div><div><p>All contributions to the journal are rigorously refereed and are selected on the basis of quality and originality of the work. The journal publishes the most significant new research papers or any other original contribution in the form of reviews and reports on new concepts in all areas pertaining to its scope and research being done in the world, thus ensuring its scientific priority and significance. Manuscripts are invited from academicians, students, research scholars and faculties for publication consideration.<br />Papers are accepted for editorial consideration through mail <a href="mailto:mechanical.editor@celnet.in" target="_blank">mechanical.editor@celnet.in</a>.</p><p>Subject: Mechanical Engineering</p><p>Plagiarism: All the articles will be check through <strong>Plagiarism Software </strong>before publication. </p><p>Abbreviation: JoEAM</p><p>Frequency: Three issues per year</p><p><a href="/index.php/JoEAM/about/editorialPolicies#peerReviewProcess" target="_blank">Peer Reviewed Policy</a></p><p><a href="/index.php/JoEAM/about/editorialTeam" target="_blank">Editorial Board</a></p><p><a href="http://stmjournals.com/pdf/Author-Guidelines-stmjournals.pdf" target="_blank">Instructions to Authors</a></p></div></div>https://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/article/view/7718Investigation of Fracture Mechanics in Composite Materials Through Experimental Testing2024-03-13T10:14:08+00:00Nitin Palnitin.pal_me20@gla.ac.in<p>Understanding the fracture mechanics of composite materials is essential to appreciating their durability and structural integrity. The goal of this research article's extensive experimental analysis is to clarify how composite materials fracture under various loading scenarios. The study makes use of cutting-edge experimental methods to describe the beginning, spreading, and eventual failure of cracks in composite structures. An understanding of the fundamental mechanisms controlling fracture in composites is obtained by analyzing critical parameters like mode mixity, critical crack growth, and fracture toughness. The experimental results yield important information that can be used to improve the design and optimization of composite structures for use in automotive, aerospace, and other engineering applications as well as to validate theoretical models.</p>2024-03-13T10:13:34+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanicshttps://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/article/view/7630Topology optimization of structures with manufacturing constraints in ANSYS Workbench 19.32024-03-13T10:14:08+00:00JongChol KilJC.KIL@star-co.net.kpUnsong Kimdawei_0220@163.comTaesong PakTS.PAK@star-co.net.kpJangsop KimJS.KIM@star-co.net.kp<p align="justify">The topology optimization analysis system of ANSYSWORKBENCH19.3 is widely used in structural design because it includes manufacturing constraints. However, the topology of the structure and the ease of manufacturing will also change depending on how these manufacturing constraints are set and used. This paper studies the methodology to obtain a more convenient topology on manufacturing while minimizing the mass of the structure by rationally setting the manufacturing constraints. An example of a structure is the base frame of a container used commonly. The effects of manufacturing constraints on the topology result of the structure are analyzed by simulation under different loading and constraint conditions and applying different manufacturing constraints. Based on this, we determined what manufacturing constraints should be defined to obtain the most practical topology. The paper will provide substantial support to engineers and researchers who are trying to solve practical engineering problems using engineering analysis applications.</p>2024-03-13T10:04:41+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanicshttps://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/article/view/7717Numerical and Experimental Modal Analysis of Square Sheets of Low Carbon Steel Under Different Boundary Conditions2024-03-13T10:14:08+00:00Jagadeesh Bagalijashiamo@gmail.comN.V. Nanjundaradhyajashiamo@gmail.comRamesh S. Sharmajashiamo@gmail.comV.L. Jagannatha Gupthajashiamo@gmail.comDynamic analysis of square plates has been a subject of fundamental research interest over several decades. In these analyses, several dynamic aspects such as modal frequencies, occurrence of harmonics, mode shapes, displacement pattern of position vector, location of maximum displacement and damping characteristics are studied which provide critical inputs for structural design engineers. In this paper, a detailed modal analysis (both modal frequencies and mode shapes) of low carbon steel sheets of 2 mm thickness has been made under different boundary conditions such as all ends free, FFFF (Free-Free-Free-Free), one end clamped, CFFF (Clamped-Free-Free-Free), two ends clamped CFCF, (Clamped-Free-Clamped-Free) and all ends clamped, (C-C-C-C) conditions using Solid Works Engineering software. The analysis is restricted to first four modes, as they play a dominant role in the structural behavior of the sheets. Experimental modal analysis has also been done on 2mm thick low carbon steel (IS 513) sheet using FFT analyzer for selected conditions. A holistic observation on the role of i, j vectors, the occurrence of nodal lines, displacement pattern, nature of displacement and the location of maximum displacement has been made for different boundary conditions. The results obtained from Solid Works and experimental modal analysis is in very close agreement2024-03-13T09:57:12+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanicshttps://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/article/view/7640Development of a Flexure Mechanism for High-Precision Applications in Scanning Applications2024-03-13T10:14:08+00:00Devakant D. Baviskarbaviskardevakant@gmail.comA.S. Raobaviskardevakant@gmail.comPrasanna P. Rautbaviskardevakant@gmail.com<p>The utilization of the Planar XY Flexural Mechanism is extensive in precision motion systems, where it induces relative motion between a fixed support and a motion stage through the utilization of material flexibility. In contrast to rigid link mechanisms, this mechanism presents noteworthy advantages, including zero backlash, frictionless motion, and high-order repeatability, all within a considerably more compact form. Notably, flexure mechanisms are characterized by their construction from a single monolith. This research primarily concentrates on modeling the flexural process to achieve precise scanning across a broader range at increased speeds. In the assessment of the motion stage's static deflection, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is employed in the static analysis. Subsequently, the mechanism undergoes activation using a weight pan and weights, with displacement being monitored through a Dial Gauge Indicator. The experimental setup encompasses the flexural mechanism, Dial Gauge, Weight Pan and Weights, Pulley, String, Small metal strip, and Optical Bread Board. A comparison of experimental and analytical findings reveals minimal variation, affirming the effectiveness of the flexural mechanism in delivering precise motion for high-precision applications.</p>2024-02-09T05:05:41+00:00Copyright (c) 2024 Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanicshttps://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/article/view/7068Experimental and Simulated Analysis of Hybrid Auxiliary Energy Storage System for Electric Vehicles2023-07-12T09:20:37+00:00Ravikant K. Nanwatkarmechanical@stmjournals.comDeshpande Sourabhmechanical@stmjournals.comDeepesh Phirkemechanical@stmjournals.comYadnyesh Patilmechanical@stmjournals.com<p>Electric mobility contributing to greater extent to balance the energy and power demands, energy storage units<br />as well as environment safety for current automobile sector. Electric vehicle has major efficient features of zero<br />combustion, longer charging and discharging cycle which plays a vital role to replace the ongoing increase in price of<br />petroleum fuels and its harmful effect son environment with their degrading store. Many non-conventional energy<br />sources like solar, tidal, wind etc. Can be used to generate energy and store it in suitable types of batteries to run these<br />vehicles. The Different types of batteries like lead acid, lithium ion, nickel bromide are used as an energy storage devices<br />for these electric vehicles. But with many advantages these batteries has some structural and thermal issues if not<br />designed or connected properly. These issues are capacity loss, cell balancing, thermal runaway, reduction in battery life<br />etc. therefore much focus need to give on proper battery connections considering its working parameters. Possible types<br />of connections for batteries are active, passive and semi active as per their connections in series and parallel type.<br />These connections depends on increasing the voltage and capacity of the battery. For series combinations apposite<br />terminals of batteries are connected to each other, in which current remains constant and battery voltage is summed up to<br />increase for maintaining the same capacity or ampere hour (Ah) rating of batteries. Whereas in parallel connections same<br />terminals of the batteries are connected to each other in which voltage remained constant and battery current is summed<br />up to rise. This is needed when we need to double the battery capacity or ampere hours (Ah) rating according to your<br />system needs while maintain the same level of voltages. Each connections has its significance for battery performance.<br />The present work focused on various design parameters of electric vehicle i.e. Comparative analysis of both series and<br />parallel connection of batteries through its circuit connection, active and passive cell balancing of battery cells. This<br />analysis will be carried out in Experimental with simulation study using by analysing the behaviour of it on battery<br />performance characteristics such as state of charge, voltage and current variation as per load cycle.</p>2023-07-12T09:20:11+00:00Copyright (c) 2023 Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanicshttps://engineeringjournals.stmjournals.in/index.php/JoEAM/article/view/7049A POLYESTER RESIN COMPOSITE-BASED EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF CHARCOAL PARTICLE REINFORCED GLASS FIBRE2023-07-12T09:20:37+00:00Manimaran Ccmanimaran2867@gmai.comVignesh Scmanimaran2867@gmai.comThamizhmaran Vcmanimaran2867@gmai.com<p>The mechanical characteristics of jute/E-glass<br />fibre polyester composites were examined (AC) after the<br />incorporation of activated carbon particles. The polyester<br />matrix was loaded with five different particle loading ratios<br />(0, 5, 10, 15 and 20 percent). To increase the adhesion of jute<br />fibres to the polyester matrix, they were treated in a NaOH<br />solution. Hardness, tensile, and water absorption tests were<br />performed on polyester, Activated Carbon- filled polyester<br />and jute/E-glass fibers polyester with and without Activated<br />Carbon filter. The findings revealed that the hardness, tensile<br />strength, and strain-to-failure of the polyester and jute/E glass<br />polyester specimens all reduced as the Activated Carbon<br />particle loading was raised. However, increasing the<br />Activated Carbon fillet loading to 3 wt.% reversed these<br />findings. Improved tensile and flexural testing, which<br />subsequently started to deteriorate.</p>2023-07-12T08:48:33+00:00Copyright (c) 2023 Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics