Stress Analysis of a Chassis Frame Using FEA

The chassis frame is a fundamental structural component of any vehicle, serving as the main support structure that holds all other components such as the engine, transmission system, suspension, and bodywork. It must be strong enough to withstand dynamic and static loads encountered during vehicle operation, including those arising from acceleration, braking, road irregularities, and the weight of the payload. Stress analysis of a chassis frame is therefore crucial in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of a vehicle.Finite Element Analysis (FEA) has emerged as a powerful tool for evaluating the structural integrity of complex components like chassis frames. It allows engineers to simulate real-world loading conditions and analyze the distribution of stress, strain, and deformation within the structure. This non-destructive numerical approach is widely used in the automotive industry for optimizing designs before physical prototypes are developed.

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Mr. S. Timothy is the Assistant Professor and Head of Mechanical Engineering at Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Proddatur (A.P.), India. He holds degrees from JNTUA and Sri Venkateswara University, with research interests in optimization, FEA, materials science, and manufacturing simulation.