Tire Rolling Circumference Calculation Example
Wheel rolling radius or static loaded radius is taken as input for tire rolling circumference calculation. The rolling circumference (RC), in turns, is further considered as input in various vehicle…
10 Different Types of Sheet Metal Forming Process and their Applications
Forming is the most widely used sheet metal operation used for manufacturing various sheet metal components across the industry. Image courtesy: Wiki Based upon the manufactured components…
Screw or Bolt Thread Engagement Length Calculation
Selecting the optimum thread engagement length is important for following reasons: if you choose to keep the thread engagement length shorter then the screw or the bolted joint may not…
Determining the Moment of Inertia Equation for Rectrangular Fillet Weld
Weld design calculation, as discussed in the previous weld sizing article, requires determining the moment of inertia equations of the whole fillet weld. We will discuss the steps required for…
Welding Joint Design Calculation Example for Fillet weld in Torsion in 10 Steps
The overall procedure explained in the weld design calculation for bending article will holds good in this article as well with only major difference is the use of polar moment…
Weld Strength Calculation Example for Bending Moment Application
The basic methodology and the required equations for fillet weld size calculation is discussed in the previous article . It will be great if you go through the article before…
Fillet Weld Size Calculation Equations for Welding Joint Subjected to Bending Moment
The basic steps required, as per BS 5950, for fillet weld design calculations where the welded jointed structure is subjected to bending moment load are: Calculation of unit throat…
Torque or Horsepower – Relation Conversion Applications
The term torque is, i feel, somewhat neglected between the two engineering terms - horsepower and torque. While talking about a electric motor or an IC engine or a gear…
Variable Ratio Car Brake Pedal Design Calculation
The clutch or brake pedal of a car is an example of either a first or a second class mechanical lever depending upon the design of the pedal. The…
When to Use Torque Arm with Reactive Balance Beam Tandem Axle Suspension
How a simple reactive balance beam tandem axle suspension system helps maintaining the ground contact between wheels and uneven road surfaces for multi axle trucks and trailers - that…