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RELTSYS: A computer program for life prediction of deteriorating systems

  • Enright, Michael P.;Frangopol, Dan M.
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • v.9 no.6
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    • pp.557-568
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    • 2000
  • As time-variant reliability approaches become increasingly used for service life prediction of the aging infrastructure, the demand for computer solution methods continues to increase. Effcient computer techniques have become well established for the reliability analysis of structural systems. Thus far, however, this is largely limited to time-invariant reliability problems. Therefore, the requirements for time-variant reliability prediction of deteriorating structural systems under time-variant loads have remained incomplete. This study presents a computer program for $\underline{REL}$iability of $\underline{T}$ime-Variant $\underline{SYS}$tems, RELTSYS. This program uses a combined technique of adaptive importance sampling, numerical integration, and fault tree analysis to compute time-variant reliabilities of individual components and systems. Time-invariant quantities are generated using Monte Carlo simulation, whereas time-variant quantities are evaluated using numerical integration. Load distribution and post-failure redistribution are considered using fault tree analysis. The strengths and limitations of RELTSYS are presented via a numerical example.

Analysis to be used for the Life Cycle Costs calculation of rolling stocks for EMU (EMU 철도차량의 LCC(Life Cycle Cost)분석)

  • Park, Su-Myung
    • Proceedings of the KSR Conference
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    • 2009.05a
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    • pp.177-183
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    • 2009
  • This paper deals with the topical problems of the Life Cycle Costs in connection with the rolling stocks. the LCC philosophy has already entered the third decade. this philosophy contributed towards the new relationship's comprehension between railway vehicle producers' and railway vehicle users' sphere. this leads together to the technical-economical solution convenient for the both sides. In the point of manufacturer, It is said that low operational costs could be reached using a well-designed and structured maintenance program. this is due to the proper technical analysis of critical components that leads to low costs of maintenance and a superior reliability without increasing the capital investment. but, This paper presents both topical experiences with the LCC models for the railways vehicles and also procedures during Life Cycle Costs calculations. In conclusion I want to introduce how to calculate LCC & what kinds of softwares are used based on VVVF EMU vehicle

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A new mount with moving-magnet type electromagnetic actuator for naval shipboard equipment

  • Shin, Yun-Ho;Moon, Seok-Jun;Kwon, Jeong-Il;Jung, Woo-Jin;Jeon, Jae-Jin
    • International Journal of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
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    • v.7 no.1
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    • pp.41-55
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    • 2015
  • This study is proposed a new hybrid mount having a moving-magnet type electromagnetic actuator to reduce the vibration transmitted from naval shipboard equipment to the structure of the ship's hull. Optimal design specifications are determined through experimental analysis. The detailed design of the hybrid mount is determined through several design steps with electromagnetic numerical analysis using Maxwell Software(S/W). The hybrid mount that combines a rubber mount and an electromagnetic actuator has a fail-safe function for shock resistance. The mount is fabricated and tested using a universal testing machine to evaluate the design specifications. Finally, numerical simulation of the hybrid mount is performed to confirm control performance and applicability.

Real-time speed and position detection of MAGLEV vehicle system (MAGLEV 차량의 실시간 속도 및 위치 검출)

  • Yoon, Y.W.;Park, S.H.;Ham, S.Y.;Sohn, Y.S.;Kim, Y.M.
    • Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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    • 1997.07a
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    • pp.346-348
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    • 1997
  • This paper presents microprocessor-based real-time speed and position detection by inductive radio loop in new transportation system, such as magnetically levitated train system, rubber tyred train, and linear-motor car. The constant elapsed time method is used in this study for high accurate detection over a wide speed range. And for reliability and safety of the system, it is duplicated and data-bus level comparison is performed by fail-safe comparator.

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A Model of a Mechanical Flight-Control System for Simulating Control Authority Switching of a Helicopter Technical Demonstrator (헬리콥터 기술시범기의 비행제어 조종권 전환 모의를 위한 기계식 조종장치 모델 설계 연구)

  • Yang, Chang Deok
    • Journal of Aerospace System Engineering
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    • v.11 no.2
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    • pp.23-29
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    • 2017
  • Since the flight-control system is critical for the safety of an aircraft, a fail-safe system is needed in a flight demonstrator used to test a new flight-control system. A backup control system is also needed to ensure safety in using a mechanical flight-control system. This paper presents a development of an MFCS (Mechanical Flight Control System) model for simulating control authority switching of a helicopter technical demonstrator, as well as the results of evaluating the developed MFCS model.

Diagnosis Design Using Embedded Transmission Simulator (임베디드 변속기 시뮬레이터를 이용한 진단알고리즘 설계)

  • Jung, G.H.;Kim, K.D.
    • 유공압시스템학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 2010.06a
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    • pp.56-61
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    • 2010
  • Simulator is a development equipment which enables the ECU to operate in normal mode by simulating the interface signal between ECU and mechanical system electrically. Embedded simulator means simulation function is embedded in ECU firmware, hence the electrical signal interface is replaced by the substitution of information at system program level. This paper explains the development of embedded transmission simulator for the verification of TCU firmware function which covers shifting control and on-board diagnosis. The embedded simulation program is executed in TCU processor along with the TCU firmware and it provides TCU firmware with not only the speed information those are appropriate both in driving and shifting conditions, but also the fault detection signals. Experimental results show that the validity of embedded simulator and its usefulness to the TCU firmware development and verification.

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The Study of Headway Improvement on Signaling System Des19n of Urban Transit (도시철도 신호시스템 설계에서의 운전시격 향상에 대한 연구)

  • Baek, Jong-Hyen;An, Tae-Ki;Jeong, Rag-Gyo;Han, Seong-Ho;Byun, Yeun-Sub;Park, Hyun-Jun
    • Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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    • 1999.07a
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    • pp.492-494
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    • 1999
  • To improve safety operation of urban transit, compatible design of signaling system is most important factor at future train operation and management. Therefore, signaling system should be designed compatible transport demand of target year. In addition, signaling system should be designed improved train safety, based fail-safe principle. Most of all, to solve passenger concentration, high density and to improve efficiency of train operation. Headway improvement of train is most important. Train organization length of new urban transit as light rail is generally shorter than EMU. Therefore, to increase passenger service and operation efficiency, minimum headway of one minute in this system should be important required.

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A Study on Reliability and Safety Calculation of vital system in Railway Signalling System (신호시스템 요구사항 도출방안)

  • Lee, Jong-Woo;Joung, Eui-Jin;Hwang, Jong-Gyu;Shin, Duck-Ho
    • Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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    • 2000.07b
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    • pp.1387-1389
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    • 2000
  • Railway signalling system is required to be high safety against collision, derailment and collision at level crossing and to be high availability. The signalling system is usually divided into automatic train control, interlocking and centralized traffic control systems and each system must be high fail safe and availability. This study focused on reliability calculation of vital systems in train control system.

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A Study on Safety for Computer Based Railway Signaling Control System (컴퓨터기반 철도신호제어시스템의 안전성 확보에 관한 연구)

  • SHIN Ducko;LEE Jongwoo
    • The Transactions of the Korean Institute of Electrical Engineers B
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    • v.53 no.11
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    • pp.641-646
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    • 2004
  • Computer system is widely used for controlling systems such as nuclear power plant, train speed control and air plane control. The failure of computerized controlling system can be arrived to catastrophic accident, so the safety ensuring of computerized controlling system is very important. This paper shows how to improve and ensure the safety of computerized systems. In this paper, we show how to identify, analyze hazards of the computerized system and to demonstrate risk of the system. Finally, we show how to adopt safety techniques for improving safety of the target system.

Dynamic Property Evaluation of Friction Pendulum Isolation Bearing (마찰진자 베어링의 동적 특성평가)

  • 이경진;김갑순;서용표
    • Proceedings of the Earthquake Engineering Society of Korea Conference
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    • 2003.03a
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    • pp.465-472
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    • 2003
  • The main concept of base isolation system is to reduce the member forces by decreasing the earthquake forces transmitted to superstructure instead of the conventional techniques of strengthening the structural members. There are two important advantages in friction pendulum systems. The functions of carrying the vertical load and of providing horizontal stiffness are effectively separated. This results in a more stable system that eliminates the need of a fail-safe mechanism. Friction pendulum systems are less sensitive to variations in the frequency content of ground excitation and tend to limit the intensity of the farce imparted to the superstructure. This study investigates the friction coefficients on the FPS test specimens according to the velocity, bearing pressure and test waveform.

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