COMPREHENSIVE SURVEY OF STATIC STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF DIFFERENT MATERIALS FOR CONNECTING ROD

mechanical engineering

Designing and analyzing the structure of the connection was carried out in this study. The connecting rod plays a vital role in the engine assembly by transferring energy from the piston to the crankshaft and converting the linear, back-and-forth motion of the piston into the rotational motion of the crankshaft. The connecting rod experiences mainly tension and compression forces during the engine's repetitive cycle. The forces on the connecting rod include: forces from the highest combustion pressure, forces from the inertia of the connecting rod, and forces from the reciprocating mass. In terms of function, connecting rods need to be as rigid as possible while being as lightweight as possible. This paper explores the calculation of the mechanical properties of a connecting rod, such as strength and deformation. The stress and deformation of the connecting rod are analyzed using the Ansys software through the application of the finite element method. In this instance, an examination of fatigue and structural integrity will be conducted. The axial compressive force exceeds the axial tensile force. Hence, the analysis is focused solely on the axial compressive loads for the design. This analysis highlights the significance of addressing connecting rod deformation in relation to material changes in key stress factors. This version is often ignored and the main emphasis is placed on its capabilities. The Factor of Safety is evaluated and examined for the design of the connecting rod.

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