Hello,
I am in need of some guidance on how to approach a stress analysis for this part. It is odd by its spiral design etched out of the annulus, see attached sketch (.PDF).
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The inner edge is simply supported and the outer edge is guided. The...
Anyone has experience with flexures (thin annular plate, with an etched design) that acts as a spring? The flexure is used as a centering guide and provides a spring load.
I am not sure on how to approach a stress analysis.
Any input would greatly be appreciated.