A continuous force model for the impact analysis of flexible multibody systems

• Published in: Mechanism and machine theory Vol. 22; no. 3; pp. 213 - 224
• Main Authors: Khulief, Y.A, Shabana, A.A
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Oxford Elsevier Ltd 1987; New York, NY Elsevier
• Subjects: Exact sciences and technology; Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications); Physics; Solid dynamics (ballistics, collision, multibody system, stabilization...); Solid mechanics; N body system; Mathematical model; Flexible structure; Mechanical system; Mechanical shock

A new continuous impact model applicable to multibody systems consisting of interconnected rigid and flexible bodies is presented. The continuous impulsive force that acts during the short-lived interval of impact is written in terms of the relative displacement and velocity of the impacting bodies....