Damage-Induced Stresses and Remaining Service Life Predictions of Wire Ropes
Wire ropes in marine applications often encounter relatively fast and noticeable wear, a result of the fatigue to which they are exposed coupled with harsh operational conditions. This paper addresses some of the aspects of fatigue damage that occur in wire ropes. Using the finite element method, st...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-01-01
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Series: | Applied Sciences |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/7/1/107 |