Special Hook Design for Hatch Cover Stocking Gantry Crane, Strength, Numerical Analysis under Static Loading

Abstract

In this study, Computer-Aided Design (CAM) of special crane hooks used to close the stack type hatch covers used for sea freight transport, which is of great importance in our world, has been made. In this design, bolt and pin connections were preferred in the connections of the hook with the crane, as well as the connection with the welding performed in other studies. Thanks to these fasteners, corrosion events caused by the place of use and environmental conditions will also be prevented, and the strength values and reliability of the material will be increased. Critical sections with high-stress values on this design were determined by the Finite Element Method (FEM) with ANSYS R3 analysis program. In this design, the necessary improvements and strength calculations of the hook were made. Numerical calculations performed by the FEM and strength calculation results were compared. Results overlap: This, in turn, has been associated with the fact that the design made for us provides an optimal level of efficiency. These calculations are based on the data of St-37 structural steel. According to the results of these strength calculations, improvements were made in the design. As a result of improvements in special design and strength values for hatch cover stocking gantry Crane hooks, the design is expected to be standardized.