As we all know, the design of solar car focuses on lightweight in order to reduce the energy expenditure. However, the lightweight can induce large vibration, particularly in lower frequencies. The vibration not only ...As we all know, the design of solar car focuses on lightweight in order to reduce the energy expenditure. However, the lightweight can induce large vibration, particularly in lower frequencies. The vibration not only influences the riding comfort but also cause the fatigue breakage. So the dynamic performance of the solar car must also be taken into account. In this paper, the finite element model of a solar car frame is built, and the modal analysis is also performed. Afterwards,the frequency responses of the frame are analyzed under harmonic load. Finally, some modification is performed on this frame by structure optimization procedure.展开更多
文摘As we all know, the design of solar car focuses on lightweight in order to reduce the energy expenditure. However, the lightweight can induce large vibration, particularly in lower frequencies. The vibration not only influences the riding comfort but also cause the fatigue breakage. So the dynamic performance of the solar car must also be taken into account. In this paper, the finite element model of a solar car frame is built, and the modal analysis is also performed. Afterwards,the frequency responses of the frame are analyzed under harmonic load. Finally, some modification is performed on this frame by structure optimization procedure.
