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Analysis and Optimization of Sprocket Using FEA
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: CAE
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I6-1712485
Abstract
This study uses FEA to perform an in-depth mechanical analysis and subsequent geometrical optimization of a typical sprocket with the aim of effectively and significantly improving its performance and durability under service conditions. This was done to consider in detail the critical mechanical parameters, including stress concentrations, total deformation, and the resultant factor of safety when the component is subjected to a series of representative service loads. Further to the initial analysis, the geometry of the sprocket was strategically refined to minimize mass without any deleterious reduction in structural integrity. The resultant optimized design exhibited a marked improvement in both its load-bearing capacity and operational efficiency, thus conclusively establishing the effectiveness of an FEA-driven approach toward mechanical component design and optimization.
Keywords
Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Mechanical Optimization, Stress Analysis
How to cite this paper
@article{1712485,
author = {Pravin Hujare, Shubhankar Kale, Anushka Kadlag, Sanika Kale, Atharva Kakad; Sahil Kale},
title = {Analysis and Optimization of Sprocket Using FEA},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {6},
pages = {100-104},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1712485.pdf},
abstract = {This study uses FEA to perform an in-depth mechanical analysis and subsequent geometrical optimization of a typical sprocket with the aim of effectively and significantly improving its performance and durability under service conditions. This was done to consider in detail the critical mechanical parameters, including stress concentrations, total deformation, and the resultant factor of safety when the component is subjected to a series of representative service loads. Further to the initial analysis, the geometry of the sprocket was strategically refined to minimize mass without any deleterious reduction in structural integrity. The resultant optimized design exhibited a marked improvement in both its load-bearing capacity and operational efficiency, thus conclusively establishing the effectiveness of an FEA-driven approach toward mechanical component design and optimization.},
keywords = {Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Mechanical Optimization, Stress Analysis},
month = {December},
doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I6-1712485}
}