Optimizing the GM 4.3L Rocker Cover Assembly Material Testing and Finite Element Analysis Versatech Sealing Systems, Incorporated

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Chouchaoui, Ben, author.

Conference Name:

SAE 2001 World Congress (2001-03-05 : Detroit, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 2001

Summary:

This paper summarizes a study aiming at saving weight on the 4.3 L rocker cover Versatech Sealing Systems (VSS) molds for the General Motors (GM) Vortec engine. The search consisted of characterizing rubbers and plastic in the assembly and modeling via Finite Element Analysis (FEA). The paper presents aspects to testing and simulation in optimizing a full sealing system. It also lays tests geared at validating the analytical work

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Publisher Number:

2001-01-0849

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