Predictive shimming of frame-panel assemblies using FEM and laser scanning

Gustavo Ospina-Aldana, Mohamed I. Hassan Ali, Hendrik Odendaal, Abdelqader A. Abusafieh, Wei Woon

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Abstract

This paper presents a predictive shimming methodology based on finite element analysis modeling (FEM) and laser scanning metrology. The aim of the predictive shimming methodology is to provide the geometry of the necessary shims for an assembly beforehand, so the shims can be manufactured in advance and placed on the exact location reducing ergonomic harmful conditions for plant personnel, improving accuracy, reducing the components assembly time and lowering manufacturing cost. The case study for the predictive shimming method is an aircraft torque box assembly (TBA). The interface of interest is the mating surface of the skin and the rib shear ties. A FEM model of the skin was developed to calculate the skin deformation under prescribed displacements at the shimming locations. The FEM model was successfully verified and validated. Using the FEM deformation data, the geometry of the shims needed for an assembly can be calculated. Laser scanning metrology is used to get a point cloud of the assembly, fine-tuning the shims geometry.

Original languageBritish English
Title of host publicationAdvanced Manufacturing
ISBN (Electronic)9780791859377
DOIs
StatePublished - 2019
EventASME 2019 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, IMECE 2019 - Salt Lake City, United States
Duration: 11 Nov 201914 Nov 2019

Publication series

NameASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, Proceedings (IMECE)
Volume2A-2019

Conference

ConferenceASME 2019 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, IMECE 2019
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySalt Lake City
Period11/11/1914/11/19

Keywords

  • 3D metrology
  • Finite element modeling
  • Laser scanning
  • Predictive shimming

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