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An Innovative Failure Criterion for Metal Cylindrical Shells under Explosive Loads
Yan Li1,2, Wen Wang1, Zhanfeng Chen1,3
1School of Mechanical Engineering, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou 310018, China.
Abstract:
Metal cylindrical shells are widely used to store and transport highly hazardous chemicals. The impact resistance of metal cylindrical shells under an explosive load is a concern for researchers. In this paper, an innovative failure criterion considering the time effect is proposed for metal cylindrical shells under explosive loads. Firstly, based on the maximum shear stress criterion, an innovative failure criterion containing the time effect is provided. Then, a metal cylindrical shell model is established. Next, a failure pressure equation for metal shells under an explosive load is proposed based on the innovative failure criterion. Lastly, the proposed equation is verified by numerical simulation. The results indicate the failure pressure equation for a metal cylindrical shell under an explosive load uses the finite element method. Our research is of significance for fully understanding the failure mechanism of piping and pressure vessels under impact load.
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