Finite Element Analysis and Topology Optimization of Bamboo Bike Frame
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Hussain, I. (2025). Finite Element Analysis and Topology Optimization of Bamboo Bike Frame. Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, 4(9), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.55708/js0409001
Ishfaq Hussain. "Finite Element Analysis and Topology Optimization of Bamboo Bike Frame." Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences 4, no. 9 (September 2025): 1–11. https://doi.org/10.55708/js0409001
I. Hussain, "Finite Element Analysis and Topology Optimization of Bamboo Bike Frame," Journal of Engineering Research and Sciences, vol. 4, no. 9, pp. 1–11, Sep. 2025, doi: 10.55708/js0409001.
In response to the global imperative for sustainable solutions, this study investigates the finite element analysis (FEA) and optimization of bamboo as a material for bicycle frames. As eco-friendly transportation gains importance, bicycles are recognized as a key component of sustainable mobility. This research utilizes FEA to thoroughly examine the structural performance of bamboo frames, enabling design optimization to enhance their strength and durability. The objectives include creating a comprehensive 3D FEA model of the bamboo bike frame, simulating various loading scenarios, and using the FEA results for topology optimization. Special emphasis is placed on assessing bamboo’s environmental impact in comparison to traditional materials like steel and aluminum. Bamboo’s intrinsic properties, such as high tensile strength, lightweight nature, and natural vibration absorption, present it as a compelling alternative for bike frame construction. This study integrates FEA techniques, and topology optimization to establish the viability of bamboo as a material for bicycle frames, highlighting key factors influencing frame design, material properties, and optimization techniques.
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