Pin and Lug.xls

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When calculating the proof and ultimate strength of obliquely loaded lugs, it's essential to consider the forces acting on the lug and their respective components. The forces can be divided into axial and transverse components to simplify the analysis. Here's a step-by-step process to calculate the proof and ultimate strength of obliquely loaded lugs:

  1. Identify the applied load: Determine the magnitude (P) and the direction (?) of the applied force acting on the lug.

  2. Resolve the applied load into components: Divide the applied force into axial (P_axial) and transverse (P_transverse) components.

    P_axial = P * cos(?) P_transverse = P * sin(?)

  3. Determine the lug geometry: Define the lug's dimensions, such as hole diameter (d), edge distance (e), and lug thickness (t).

  4. Calculate the bearing area: Compute the bearing area (A_bearing) between the lug and the pin as follows:

    A_bearing = d * t

  5. Determine the allowable bearing stress: Based on the material properties of the lug and the safety factor, find the allowable bearing stress (?_bearing_allowable) for both proof and ultimate conditions.

  6. Calculate the proof and ultimate bearing capacities: Compute the proof and ultimate bearing capacities (P_bearing_proof, P_bearing_ultimate) as follows:

    P_bearing_proof = A_bearing * ?_bearing_allowable_proof P_bearing_ultimate = A_bearing * ?_bearing_allowable_ultimate

  7. Determine the allowable shear stress: Based on the material properties of the lug and the safety factor, find the allowable shear stress (?_shear_allowable) for both proof and ultimate conditions.

  8. Calculate the proof and ultimate shear capacities: Compute the proof and ultimate shear capacities (P_shear_proof, P_shear_ultimate) using the following formula:

    P_shear_proof = A_bearing * ?_shear_allowable_proof P_shear_ultimate = A_bearing * ?_shear_allowable_ultimate

  9. Calculate the combined proof and ultimate capacities: Since the axial and transverse components of the applied force act simultaneously, use the interaction equation to find the combined proof and ultimate capacities (P_proof, P_ultimate):

    P_proof = (P_axial / P_bearing_proof) + (P_transverse / P_shear_proof) P_ultimate = (P_axial / P_bearing_ultimate) + (P_transverse / P_shear_ultimate)

  10. Compare the applied load to the capacities: Compare the applied load (P) to the combined proof and ultimate capacities (P_proof, P_ultimate) to ensure that the lug can safely withstand the oblique load. If the applied load exceeds the capacities, consider modifying the lug's design or material properties.

In summary, calculating the proof and ultimate strength of obliquely loaded lugs involves resolving the applied load into axial and transverse components, determining the lug geometry, calculating the bearing and shear capacities for both proof and ultimate conditions, and comparing the applied load to the combined capacities. Ensuring that the lug can safely withstand the oblique load is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of the connection.


Purpose of calculation: Calculate the proof and ultimate strength of obliquely loaded lugs.
This calculation has been extended to also consider fatugue strength.
Calculation Reference: Traditional UK railway method.
Calculation Validation: This calculation requires validation.
Design Tips:
1) It is normal to choose a pin size 6mm larger than required to allow for off centre drilling etc.
2) You may want to consider the use of a replaceable bush to increase the wear life of the lug.
3)You may also have to consider fatigue life.

Calculation Reference
Peterson's Stress Concentration
Juvinal Design

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19 Apr 2023
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Comments: 6
JohnDoyle[Admin] 1 month ago
Expansion of the calculation description.
JohnDoyle[Admin] 8 months ago
Just updated to xlsm format.
JohnDoyle[Admin] 12 years ago
A correction to the shear proof strength and ultimate proof strength formulas has been made after it was reported in by a user.
JohnDoyle[Admin] 13 years ago
Description of Change: An error in the sketch showing dimension b has been corrected. Addition of calculations of the parameter b for round ended and square ended lugs has been added.
jwt 14 years ago
Very nicely layed out. I look forward to using it.
JohnDoyle[Admin] 14 years ago
Some simple nomenclature errors have been corrected.