Finite Element Based Comparative Structural and Modal Analysis of Steel and Alloy Wheel Rims Using Different Materials

Abstract

This study evaluates different types of automobile wheels by comparing their properties based on varying materials used in construction. To evaluate how well-suited these wheel designs are for each particular model in use. By meticulously analyzing design aspects, conducting thorough structural assessments, and evaluating comprehensive operational metrics, this endeavor yields crucial information about the properties and functionalities of carbon fiber and aluminum alloy vehicle wheels. Computer-aided design models, combined with finite element analyses (FEAs) and evaluation methods for assessing system performances, help in examining how stresses spread out, strains accumulate, and shapes deform under various conditions. Through recognizing distinctions between steel and alloy rim types along with their respective characteristics, this initiative contributes significantly to improving both functionality and appearance for vehicle models.