Mathematical modelling of the hydromechanical drive of the test bench for plunger hydraulic cylinders with energy recovery

Abstract

Reliability is a significant parameter of machines, mechanisms, drives, technological equipment and its component parts, including hydraulic motors. Reliability is checked and confirmed by carrying out resource tests, the results of which reveal the characteristics and properties of materials, components and working fluids that are used in the production of hydraulic cylinders and during operation. One of the practical ways to determine reliability is testing. The aim of the work is to improve the theory and methods of calculation and design of the hydromechanical drive system of the service life test bench of plunger hydraulic cylinders through the use of an energy recovery scheme that provides an increase in the energy efficiency of the testing process. Developed on the basis of the application of the theory of volumetric rigidity, a mathematical model of the hydromechanical drive system of the plunger hydraulic cylinder service life test bench made it possible to compare the influence of various design and functional parameters of the elements of the hydromechanical system of the stand on the dynamic performance and energy efficiency of its drive.