Dimensional Analysis & Numerical Experiments for a Rotating Disc
Introduction
This technical note has been prepared to demonstrate how dimensional analysis can lead to a more rational and simplified way of understanding and describing the mechanics of a problem in structural analysis. The case of a rotating, solid, parallel-sided disc is considered. Finite element analysis is used to explore the relationship between the two non-dimensional groups for this problem.
Author
Angus Ramsay
Keywords
Dimensional Analysis; Numerical Experiments; Rotating Disc
Useful Links
Project: Design against Burst of Rotating Discs
Benchmark Problem: Stress in Thin, Parallel-Sided Rotating Discs
NBR08: Calculation of the Hoop Burst Speed for Rotating Discs
Wikipedia: Dimensional Analysis
Wikipedia: Buckingham Pi Theorem
