Optimizing the GM 4.3L Rocker Cover Assembly Material Testing and Finite Element Analysis

Optimizing the GM 4.3L Rocker Cover Assembly Material Testing and Finite Element Analysis

This paper summarizes a study aiming at saving weight on the 4.3 L rocker cover Versatech Sealing Systems (VSS) molds for the General Motors (GM) Vortec engine. The search consisted of characterizing rubbers and plastic in the assembly and modeling via Finite Element Analysis (FEA). The paper presen...

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Veröffentlicht in:SAE transactions 2001-01, Vol.110, p.786-804
Hauptverfasser: Chouchaoui, Ben, Lajevardi, Reza, Hickson, Dave
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Compressive stress
Computer aided design
Flux density
Gaskets
Mathematical rings
Poisson ratio
Polynomials
Rubber
Silicones
Tensile stress
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Zusammenfassung:This paper summarizes a study aiming at saving weight on the 4.3 L rocker cover Versatech Sealing Systems (VSS) molds for the General Motors (GM) Vortec engine. The search consisted of characterizing rubbers and plastic in the assembly and modeling via Finite Element Analysis (FEA). The paper presents aspects to testing and simulation in optimizing a full sealing system. It also lays tests geared at validating the analytical work.
ISSN:0096-736X
2577-1531