The Effect of a Preload on the Decoupling Efficiency of Exhaust Flexible Coupling Devices 973272
The variation in the decoupling effect of exhaust flexible couplings under a vertical preload caused by changes in the direction of the exhaust pipe routing was investigated. Both self-supporting and underbody flexible couplings were tested. The results indicate that, in general, a preload decreases the decoupling efficiency of both types of flexible couplings. In addition, the results indicate that the efficiency of the flexible coupling is effected by the following three conditions: the direction of preload with respect to gravity, the location of the preload relative to the coupling, and the stiffness of the various components of the flexible coupling.
Citation: Olson, D., Sloss, J., Roberts, J., and Iskandarani, K., "The Effect of a Preload on the Decoupling Efficiency of Exhaust Flexible Coupling Devices," SAE Technical Paper 973272, 1997, https://doi.org/10.4271/973272. Download Citation
Author(s):
D. W. Olson, J. D. Sloss, J. W. Roberts, K. M. Iskandarani
Affiliated:
Ford Motor Co., AP Parts Manufacturing Co.
Pages: 8
Event:
International Truck & Bus Meeting & Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Related Topics:
Exhaust pipes
Gravity
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