CAD MODELLING AND THERMAL ANALYSIS OF TRACTION GEARBOX HOUSING FOR PAVER MACHINE

Abstract

A Paver Machine (paver finisher, asphalt finisher, paving machine) is a piece
of construction equipment used to lay asphalt on roads, bridges, parking lots and other such
places. It lays the asphalt flat and providing minor compaction before it is rolled by a roller.
This research addresses responses of gear box to static and thermal analysis. The
entire analysis is done for Paver Machine. The method used is finite element modeling and
analysis for which the inputs are obtained from gear box model analysis. The
responses to static and thermal analysis of gear box caused by interference and overheating
of oil are determined. Components and, particularly areas which are much affected by the
different loads and behavior oil are identified. The method is identified for optimization of
gear box for increase efficiency and life of it. Finally, conclusions based on the results and
recommendations which can be extensions of this research are also presented.