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Estimation of Residual Life and Proposed Adjustments for Extending the Life of an Overhead Travelling Crane

Ingrid Delyová1,, František Trebuňa1, Peter Sivák1

1Department of Applied Mechanics and Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering Technical University of Košice, Slovakia

American Journal of Mechanical Engineering. 2016, 4(7), 293-296. DOI: 10.12691/ajme-4-7-12
Published online: August 25, 2017

Abstract

The evaluation of structures in contemporary times has taken on a more significant role. The current financial situation is forcing owners or operators to extend the life of existing structures and equipment. The operator is faced with two major challenges: the need to extend the continued safe operation of assets and their cost-effective maintenance. This paper looks at the estimation of residual life of an overhead travelling crane and proposes modifications that can be carried out to increase its life span.

Keywords:

residual life, overhead travelling crane, fatigue
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