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Tohoku Gakuin University (JP)

Recent publications
1.  Ario I., Yamashita T., Chikahiro Y., Nakazawa M., Fedor K., Graczykowski C., Pawłowski P., Structural analysis of a scissor structure, BULLETIN OF THE POLISH ACADEMY OF SCIENCES: TECHNICAL SCIENCES, ISSN: 0239-7528, DOI: 10.24425/bpasts.2020.134623, Vol.68, No.6, pp.1-14, 2020

Abstract:
This paper presents equilibrium mechanics and a finite element model for analysing a scissor structure that contains pivots with zero bending stiffness representing structural instability. The pivot at the centre of each structural unit, which is a feature of scissor structures, can be used to transfer the displacement between the units. It cannot, however, transfer the rotation between these units, and the angular stiffness must be considered independently for each unit. To construct a general model of the scissor structure, a scissor unit was developed using the left and right boundary connections of adjacent units to simulate a periodically symmetric structure. The proposed method allows us to obtain an accurate distribution of the internal forces and deflections without the use of special elements to account for central pivots.

Keywords:
scissor structure, deployable structure, smart bridge, scissors finite element, equilibrium mechanics

Affiliations:
Ario I. - Hiroshima University (JP)
Yamashita T. - Hiroshima University (JP)
Chikahiro Y. - Shinshu University (JP)
Nakazawa M. - Tohoku Gakuin University (JP)
Fedor K. - IPPT PAN
Graczykowski C. - IPPT PAN
Pawłowski P. - IPPT PAN
2.  Chikahiro Y., Ario I., Nakazawa M., Ono S., Holnicki-Szulc J., Pawłowski P., Graczykowski C., Watson A., Experimental and numerical study of full-scale scissor type bridge, Automation in Construction, ISSN: 0926-5805, DOI: 10.1016/j.autcon.2016.05.007, Vol.71, pp.171-180, 2016

Abstract:
Mobile Bridge™ is a deployable bridge that uses a scissors mechanism to achieve its useful structural form. The bridge has a compact size in its undeployed state and can be transported easily to where it is needed. Its rapid deployment makes this type of bridge very useful in areas struck by natural disasters by enabling vehicles to cross terrain that has been made impassable. In previous research, experiments and analyses were conducted on a small-scale bridge designed for pedestrians. In order to consider a bridge of increased size, it is necessary to assess whether design and analysis techniques of the small scale bridge are applicable to the full-scale one. In this paper, we consider a full-scale deployable bridge with a lower deck and two scissor units, that allows for a light vehicle to pass across. We have carried out a light vehicle loading test in order to investigate its basic structural characteristics. Furthermore, the paper presents the theoretical design method and numerical models based on the experimental work followed by validation and comparison with the obtained experimental values.

Keywords:
Full-scale Mobile Bridge, Scissor type of emergency bridge, Scissors mechanism, Vehicle loading test

Affiliations:
Chikahiro Y. - Shinshu University (JP)
Ario I. - Hiroshima University (JP)
Nakazawa M. - Tohoku Gakuin University (JP)
Ono S. - Japan Construction Method and Machinery Research Institute (JP)
Holnicki-Szulc J. - IPPT PAN
Pawłowski P. - IPPT PAN
Graczykowski C. - IPPT PAN
Watson A. - Loughborough University (GB)

List of chapters in recent monographs
1. 
Chikahiro Y., Ario I., Nakazawa M., Ono S., Holnicki-Szulc J., Pawłowski P., Graczykowski C., Mobile and Rapidly Assembled Structures IV, rozdział: An Experimental Study On The Design Method Of A Real-sized Mobile Bridge For A Moving Vehicle, N. De Temmerman,Vrije, C.A. Brebbia, WITPress, pp.93-106, 2014

Conference papers
1.  Chikahiro Y., Ario I., Pawłowski P., Graczykowski C., Nakazawa M., Holnicki-Szulc J., Ono S., Dynamics of the scissors-type Mobile Bridge, EURODYN 2017, X International Conference on Structural Dynamics, 2017-09-10/09-13, Rome (IT), DOI: 10.1016/j.proeng.2017.09.339, Vol.199, pp.2919-2924, 2017

Abstract:
We have experienced many times a phenomenon in which a bridge is washed away due to a typhoon, heavy rain in the rainy season, localized torrential rain, tsunami, and other flood disasters, or in which a bridge is damaged by an earthquake or a tremor. There is accordingly increasing demand for new technology and science to restore bridges that have been washed away or damaged. The paper presents a new type of emergency bridge, called Mobile Bridge™(MB), which can be quickly constructed in case of damages after a natural disaster. The concept of the bridge is based on the application of scissor-type mechanism, which provides its rapid deployment. Up to now several experimental MBs of different size were constructed and tested. The presented research reviews fundamental numerical and experimental results for the MB version 4.0 (MB4.0). Experimental testing included strain and acceleration measurements in free and forced loading conditions. From these results, it was possible to estimate basic dynamic characteristics of the bridge. Besides, in order to provide a basis for development of new construction methods for structural reinforcement and suppression of vibrations, various numerical analyses were conducted. The conducted research allows for a better and safer design of the movable and foldable full-scale bridge, the MB.

Keywords:
deployable bridge, scissors-type bridge, emergency bridge, light-weight structure, temporary bridge

Affiliations:
Chikahiro Y. - Shinshu University (JP)
Ario I. - Hiroshima University (JP)
Pawłowski P. - IPPT PAN
Graczykowski C. - IPPT PAN
Nakazawa M. - Tohoku Gakuin University (JP)
Holnicki-Szulc J. - IPPT PAN
Ono S. - Japan Construction Method and Machinery Research Institute (JP)

Conference abstracts
1.  Chikahiro Y., Ario I., Pawłowski P., Graczykowski C., Nakazawa M., Holnicki-Szulc J., Ono S., Dynamics of the scissors-type Mobile Bridge, EURODYN 2017, X International Conference on Structural Dynamics, 2017-09-10/09-13, Rome (IT), pp.199-199, 2017
2.  Chikahiro Y., Ario I., Nakazawa M., Ono S., Holnicki-Szulc J., Pawłowski P., Graczykowski C., Structural Analysis and Experimental Study for realsized MB Travelable Vehicles, ENOC 2014, 8th European Nonlinear Dynamics Conference, 2014-07-06/07-11, Wiedeń (AT), pp.1-2, 2014

Abstract:
Many natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, torrential rains occur around the world, and we to undertake quick rescue actions. However, there are many recovery problems because of the occurrence of secondary disasters at each rescue worksite.So, from the previous study of optimal structures and control regulation of MFM[1]-[2], we propose a new type of foldable bridge with scissors structure called Mobile Bridge[3]. Applying scissors mechanism to bridge form, Mobile Bridge provides not only mobility but also good structural performance, because the whole bridge can be expand or fold quickly. In this paper, we discuss the vehicles passing test on the real scale Mobile Bridge in order to evaluate the design method and application limits.

Keywords:
Mobile Bridge, deployable structures, temporary bridges, scissors-type structures

Affiliations:
Chikahiro Y. - Shinshu University (JP)
Ario I. - Hiroshima University (JP)
Nakazawa M. - Tohoku Gakuin University (JP)
Ono S. - Japan Construction Method and Machinery Research Institute (JP)
Holnicki-Szulc J. - IPPT PAN
Pawłowski P. - IPPT PAN
Graczykowski C. - IPPT PAN

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