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On the Pull-out Mechanical Properties of the Diabolical Ironclad Beetle Bionic Jigsaw Connection
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: Received: 23 May 2022 / Approved: 24 May 2022 / Online: 24 May 2022 (05:06:18 CEST)
How to cite: Wei, J.; Sun, B. On the Pull-out Mechanical Properties of the Diabolical Ironclad Beetle Bionic Jigsaw Connection. Preprints 2022, 2022050322. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202205.0322.v1 Wei, J.; Sun, B. On the Pull-out Mechanical Properties of the Diabolical Ironclad Beetle Bionic Jigsaw Connection. Preprints 2022, 2022050322. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202205.0322.v1
Abstract
In engineering, connections between components are often weak areas. Unreasonable connection methods can easily reduce the strength of components, resulting in unpredictable failure modes. In nature, numerous connection methods for biological structures with excellent mechanical properties have evolved. Studying the connection methods of organisms in nature can inspire new ideas for bionic connection methods. When the diabolical ironclad beetle is under pressure, the elytra are not easy to separate, which ensures the stability of the beetle's external structure, thus making the beetle extremely resistant to pressure. The reason for this is the interlocking and toughening effect of the unique jigsaw connection between the elytra. Therefore, in this paper a theoretical analysis model is established and used to analyze the mechanical behavior of the diabolical ironclad beetle's jigsaw connection during the drawing process and determine the influence of factors such as quantity, angle, and geometric characteristics on the mechanical properties of the jigsaw connection. The results of the theoretical analysis are then compared with the results of experiments and ABAQUS finite element simulation.
Keywords
Theoretical analysis; bionics; jigsaw connection; 3D Printing; finite element
Subject
Physical Sciences, Applied Physics
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