Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels
This study focused on optimizing retention geometries for automotive interior door panel assemblies using ultrasonic welding, a preferred technique due to its strength and clean aesthetic appearance. The research aimed to resolve the conflict between tight spatial constraints and the need to maintai...
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| author | R. Martínez-Hinojosa J.E. Garcia-Herrera I.E. Garduño H. Arcos-Gutiérrez M.G. Navarro-Rojero V.H. Mercado-Lemus J.A. Betancourt Cantera |
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| description | This study focused on optimizing retention geometries for automotive interior door panel assemblies using ultrasonic welding, a preferred technique due to its strength and clean aesthetic appearance. The research aimed to resolve the conflict between tight spatial constraints and the need to maintain structural integrity during side-impact collisions. Using a Design of Experiments approach based on the Taguchi L8 method, four key parameters were evaluated: height, length, number of reinforcements, and component clearance. Models designed in the computer and developed in Siemens NX were validated through finite element analysis to quantify stiffness, maximum retention force, and stress concentration using different ANSYS software. The optimized configuration – featuring a 10 mm height, 15.5 mm length, three reinforcements, and 0.5 mm clearance – increased strength by 33.8% (234.2 N vs. the traditional 175 N design) while reducing the required manufacturing area by 74%. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-fa585a3a112e4ebfb651873b758e9cdd2025-07-02T12:59:47ZengThe Association of Intellectuals for the Development of Science in Serbia – “The Serbian Academic Center”Advanced Engineering Letters2812-97092025-06-0142738210.46793/adeletters.2025.4.2.3Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panelsR. Martínez-Hinojosa0J.E. Garcia-Herrera1I.E. Garduño2H. Arcos-Gutiérrez3M.G. Navarro-Rojero4V.H. Mercado-Lemus5J.A. Betancourt Cantera6Posgrado CIATEQ A.C., Western Industry Circuit Lot 11, block 3, No.11, Industrial Park, State of Mexico 52004, MexicoSECIHTI‐CIATEQ A.C, Eje 126 No.225, Industrial Park, San Luis Potosi 78395, MexicoSECIHTI‐CIATEQ A.C, Eje 126 No.225, Industrial Park, San Luis Potosi 78395, MexicoSECIHTI‐CIATEQ A.C, Eje 126 No.225, Industrial Park, San Luis Potosi 78395, MexicoCIATEQ A.C, Retablo Avenue No.150, Constituyentes Fovissste, Queretaro 76150, MexicoSECIHTI‐InnovaBienestar from Mexico, Science and Technology No.790, Saltillo 25290, Coah., MexicoSECIHTI‐InnovaBienestar from Mexico, Science and Technology No.790, Saltillo 25290, Coah., MexicoThis study focused on optimizing retention geometries for automotive interior door panel assemblies using ultrasonic welding, a preferred technique due to its strength and clean aesthetic appearance. The research aimed to resolve the conflict between tight spatial constraints and the need to maintain structural integrity during side-impact collisions. Using a Design of Experiments approach based on the Taguchi L8 method, four key parameters were evaluated: height, length, number of reinforcements, and component clearance. Models designed in the computer and developed in Siemens NX were validated through finite element analysis to quantify stiffness, maximum retention force, and stress concentration using different ANSYS software. The optimized configuration – featuring a 10 mm height, 15.5 mm length, three reinforcements, and 0.5 mm clearance – increased strength by 33.8% (234.2 N vs. the traditional 175 N design) while reducing the required manufacturing area by 74%.https://www.adeletters.com/no-2-3-2025/design optimizationautomotive industrystandardized geometryultrasonic weldingfinite element methodretention force |
| spellingShingle | R. Martínez-Hinojosa J.E. Garcia-Herrera I.E. Garduño H. Arcos-Gutiérrez M.G. Navarro-Rojero V.H. Mercado-Lemus J.A. Betancourt Cantera Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels Advanced Engineering Letters design optimization automotive industry standardized geometry ultrasonic welding finite element method retention force |
| title | Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels |
| title_full | Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels |
| title_fullStr | Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels |
| title_full_unstemmed | Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels |
| title_short | Optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels |
| title_sort | optimization of polymer stake geometry by fea to enhance the retention force of automotive door panels |
| topic | design optimization automotive industry standardized geometry ultrasonic welding finite element method retention force |
| url | https://www.adeletters.com/no-2-3-2025/ |
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