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Fatigue Analysis of Commercial-Vehicle Lateral Stabilizer Bar Based on Load Decomposition Method

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: As a core component for restraining cab roll, the lateral stabilizer bar bears continuous complex alternating loads during vehicle operation, making it highly susceptible to fatigue failure that may trigger severe traffic accidents. Therefore, fatigue analysis of the lateral stabilizer bar is of great significance. To address the drawbacks of conventional direct load testing, such as difficult sensor arrangement and long test cycles, this paper proposes a fatigue-load decomposition and life evaluation method, combining multi-body dynamics and virtual iteration. Firstly, target signal spectra of the frame are obtained via real-vehicle road tests, and a high-precision system dynamic model is established with key suspension parameters. Subsequently, virtual iteration technology is adopted to accurately inverse-solve load spectra at critical points of the lateral stabilizer bar. Finally, the finite element model of the lateral stabilizer bar is validated through modal tests, and the fatigue life and vulnerable regions of the lateral stabilizer bar are predicted using the material S-N curve. Compared with traditional physical testing methods, the proposed method effectively avoids barriers to direct testing under complex operating conditions. It not only greatly reduces testing difficulty and time costs but also ensures the accuracy of load extraction and system analysis.

Source: Vehicles

DOI: 10.3390/vehicles8060133

Authors: Jiwei Zhang, Ziting Huang, Liang Li, Jun Zeng, Hui Yuan, Changcheng Yin

Institutions: Hubei University of Automotive Technology, Dongfeng Motor Group (China), Dongfeng Motor (China)

Language: English

Topic: Mechanical Engineering and Vibrations Research

Subfield: Mechanical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,930