This paper presents the state-of-the-art technologies and development trends of wind
turbine drivetrains–the system that converts kinetic energy of the wind to electrical energy–in …

In this work we present a novel method for the solution of gear contact problems in flexible
multi-body. These problems are characterized by significant variation in the location and …

A new multi-body dynamics model for the simulation of roller bearings in planetary
applications is presented. Analytical relations are used to model the lubricated contacts …

Ball bearings are commonly used in high speed turbomachinery and have a critical
influence on the rotordynamic behavior. Therefore, a simulation model of the bearing to …

Assembled systems composed of flexible components are widely used in mechanics to
dampen vibrations and store or dissipate energy. Often, the flexible components of these …

The primary objective of mechanical engineering is to design and manufacture marketable
products of high quality. Today's industries are increasingly utilizing digital computers in …

Wind turbines (WT) are a clean renewable energy source that have gained popularity in
recent years. Gearboxes are complex, expensive, and critical components of WT, which are …

Contact between two deformable bodies is a complex nonlinear problem especially when
rigid-body motion and geometric errors of components are taken into consideration. In this …

System level simulation of drivetrains by advanced gear contact techniques Page 1 ARENBERG
DOCTORAL SCHOOL Faculty of Engineering Science System level simulation of drivetrains by …

Gearbox failure is among the highest causes of downtime in a wind turbine, causing a
significant loss to the wind energy sector, especially in the complex offshore environment …