Overview of different contact theories, rolling contact, linear and non-linear theories for the tangential contact problem, Kalker’s complete theory, Kalker’s simplified theory, numeric implementation of Kalker’s theories.
FSD3311 Kalker´s Wheel-Rail Contact Methods 3.0 credits
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Headings with content from the Course syllabus FSD3311 (Autumn 2018–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The course aims at the understanding of the widely applied methods by Kalker. Theoretical background and approaches to numerical solution in the context of dynamic simulations are addressed.The course includes participation in a relevant external short course and home assignments.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
SD3310 Wheel-Rail Contact.
Recommended prerequisites
FSD3310 Wheel-Rail Contact
Equipment
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Literature
J. J. Kalker: Three-dimensional elastic bodies in rolling contact
J. J. Kalker: Rolling Contact Phenomena - Linear Elasticity.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- INL1 - Assignment, 3.0 credits, grading scale: G
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Compulsory lectures, seminar with presentation of a selected topic, home assignments.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
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Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
Third cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Sebastian Stichel (stichel@kth.se)