Frequency Analysis of a rotating shaft

AIM :

• To model the shafts in Solidworks as per the image provided.
• To conduct a frequency analysis on the shaft.
• To find out 5 mode shapes and list the resonant frequencies.

METHODOLOGY:

Modelling :

The shaft is modelled as per the drawing provided.

Frequency Analysis :

Fixture : Bearing Support

Mesh : 2mm

Result :

Modal shapes

Modal Shape 1:

Modal Shape 2:

Modal Shape 3:

Modal Shape 4:

Modal Shape 5:

RESONANT FREQUENCIES:

The shaft must be prevented from experiencing the frequencies mentioned above in order to prevent the shaft from failure.