Design Engineering and Substantiation of the Parameters of Sectional Tools of Flexible Screw Conveyers

Abstract

Based on the conducted analysis, the main drawbacks of flexible screw conveyors have been determined and new designs of a multifunction conveyer and its tools configuration have been suggested. Calculations of surface stress value in hinged joint elements have been made in order to choose the rational design and power parameters of tools aimed at providing the improvement of their reliability and operating life. Experimental investigations for determining the load capacity of a tool-bearing shaft have been conducted. The obtained results can be used for improving screw conveyors.