Response Surface Methodology based Impact Analysis of Mild Steel Shafts for Safety Considerations

Abstract

Impact is the sudden application of force or load, making it crucial to study its characteristics in various applications for safety considerations. Sudden failure due to impact can lead to process interruptions, production losses, system failures, accidents, and unsafe working conditions. To mitigate these risks, pre-design failure analysis is essential. This study analyzes the effects of factors like length, groove width, depth, angle, and distance of groove from reference on mild steel square shafts using an impact testing machine. Response Surface Methodology (RSM) in Minitab software is employed to analyse the data. This pre-design study provides valuable insights for Design Engineers to select optimal values, enhancing the factor of safety and promoting accident-free working environments.