Structural Analysis and Optimization of Truss using ANSYS

Vijaya Singh; Vinod Kumar Modi

Structural Analysis and Optimization of Truss using ANSYS

Authors: Vijaya Singh, Vinod Kumar Modi

Unique Paper ID: 173886
Volume: 11
Issue: 10
PageNo: 1857-1862

Keywords: ANSYS Bending Stress Deformation FEM Metal Matrix Composites (MMC) Response Surface Optimization Truss Structure.

Abstract:
Trusses are widely used in civil construction due to their efficient load distribution capabilities and ability to span large distances with minimal material usage. However, trusses are prone to various failures, including tensile failure, joint failure, corrosion, and buckling, particularly in slender members under critical loads. Metal Matrix Composites (MMC) offer an improved alternative, providing superior strength, fracture toughness, ductility, thermal resistance, and corrosion resistance, along with an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. This research focuses on enhancing roof truss strength by employing high-stiffness MMC materials and optimizing the truss design. Using Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis, the reaction forces on the left support of the MMC truss were found to be 65.5% lower than those of a steel truss, indicating more efficient load distribution. Additionally, deformation in the MMC truss was 81.3% lower, showcasing its superior stiffness and rigidity, resulting in a more stable structure. The axial force in the MMC truss was 66.6% lower than in a steel truss, reflecting its higher durability and reduced failure risk. Furthermore, the combined stress in the MMC truss was 68.18% lower than in steel, highlighting its ability to sustain higher loads without yielding or failure, thus providing greater resilience. Optimization using Response Surface Optimization involved three variables: truss height, baselength1, and baselength2. For combined stress, truss height had the highest sensitivity, indicating its dominant effect, while baselength2 had the lowest sensitivity. Baselength1 exhibited an intermediate influence at 32.326%. Similarly, for direct stress, truss height showed the highest sensitivity, while baselength2 was the least influential, with baselength1 displaying an intermediate sensitivity of 22.666%. These findings underline the critical role of truss height in determining the structural performance of MMC trusses.

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ISSN: 2349-6002
Volume: 11
Issue: 10
PageNo: 1857-1862

Structural Analysis and Optimization of Truss using ANSYS

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