Mechanical System Simulation Analysis of Shearer Cutting Unit Based on Adams

Shearer cutting unit is the main working mechanism of the shearer and its performance is a direct reflection of the performance of the shearer. Three-dimensional solid model of shearer cutting unit mechanical system was built by 3D modeling software Pro/E, and then it was imported into ADAMS through a dedicated interface module. After adding constraints and movement driven and calibrating model, the simulation analysis in the ADAMS was established and analysis of the forces of the three key pin hinge point was achieved, which provided the basis for the shearer cutting unit mechanical system design.