Finite Element Analysis and Structural Optimisation of Chain Drive of Mining Scraper Conveyor
Taking the chain drive structure of SGZ1000/1050 scraper conveyor as the research object,the finite element model of the chain drive was established and static analysis was carried out by Solid Works and Ansys software,and it was found that there was room for optimisation and improvement of the structural dimensions.Seven key structural parameters were taken as the optimisation objects for analysis,and the maximum stress and maximum strain of the chain drive were reduced by 41.60%and 50.39%,respectively,through optimisation.The optimised structure is applied to engineering practice,and it is found that the failure rate of chain drive is reduced by more than 30%,which creates good safety and economic benefits.