Static analysis of an example of EMU bogie frame

In this thesis, a numerical investigation for the static analysis of an EMU bogie chassis is proposed by performing the finite element analysis method. In this system, the bogie provides maneuverability by reducing the mechanical vibrations due to the numerous ground effects. What is more, bogie chassis is the significant structure where the loads on the bogie are compensated. By taking the Railway Association UIC 515-4 standard into account, a rigorous analysis is utilized in Ansys Workbench 14.5® for the aforementioned system. The contribution of this study lies in two aspects. In the former one, it has been shown that the stress levels on the bogie chassis are below the yielding point as it is specified in the considered standard. In the latter one, the components to be improved in terms of the strength are identified.