Optimization of Process Parameters for Horizontal Vibro-Separator with Dynamic Motion Analysis

Abstract

To optimize operating parameters, this paper conducted a dynamic motion analysis of a reciprocating vibro separator. This work examined the impact of motor speed and angle to determine the vibro separator's flow rate. For the dynamic motion analysis, a CAD model of the device was created using parametric software. Then, it was analyzed using a CAE tool at three distinct motor angles and speeds. Various motor angles (28°, 30°, and 32°) and speeds (1,000 RPM) were used in the dynamic motion investigations. In order to determine if a system is in periodic, quasi-periodic, multi-periodic, or chaotic motion, Poincaré maps, FFT (fast Fourier transform), and TDR (time-displacement response) were employed. A sensitivity-based uniaxial piezoelectric sensor was used to gather experimental data from the agriculture industry. Additional parameter changes were made to the computational model after computational studies were verified using real-time industrial data.The outcome of the present research leads us to conclude that the most suitable motor angle and speed for a horizontal vibro separator are 28° and 1050 RPM, respectively.