Use of computer simulation to establish parameters of steel structure strengthening elements

The article presents the results of computer simulation related to establishing the parameters of mine hoisting machine steel structure strengthening elements. The simulation was performed using the ANSYS computer program. The basis of this program is the finite element method therefore, selecting the type and the size of the finite element affects the calculation accuracy. There have been studied 11 computer models. The results obtained make it possible to establish the strengthening element optimal shape, size and thickness. The most optimal shape of the pad is a disc; this has a positive effect on reducing the level of mechanical stresses in the fracture zone of the beam. The strengthening element «disc pad» is used to combat fatigue failure of the brake beam structures of a mine hoisting machine. The article presents practical experience in the fight against fatigue failure of f mine hoisting machine steel structures