Submitted:
13 July 2022
Posted:
14 July 2022
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Abstract
The snap fit is a common mechanical mechanism. We have studied the spherical snap fit carefully for its physical asymmetry which is easy to assemble but difficult to disassemble, and obtained the general law.Because of the complexity of spherical structure, it is difficult to get a theoretical formula to describe its physical asymmetry.In this paper, through the method of combining theory, simulation and experiment, and based on the general rule of cylindrical snap fit obtained in the early stage, pushing assembly and pulling disassembly of spherical snap fit are studied,we not only get the theoretical formula of spherical snap fit, but also further verify the correctness of previous research conclusions on cylindrical snap fit.This research provides strong theoretical support and basis for the optimization design and further research of snap fit.
Keywords:
snap fit
; elasticity
; friction
; asymmetry
; beam
; spherical
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