Author(s)

Omar Noui¹, Mohamed Bouazara^1*, Marc J. Richard²

¹Department of Applied Science, University of Quebec at Chicoutimi, Chicoutimi, Canada.
²Department of Mechanical Engineering, Laval University, Quebec, Canada.

This study presents a comprehensive full dynamic model designed for simulating liquid sloshing behavior within cylindrical tank structures. The model employs a discretization approach, representing the liquid as a network of interconnected spring-damper-mass systems. Key aspects include the adaptation of liquid discretization techniques to cylindrical lateral cross-sections and the calculation of stiffness and damping coefficients. External forces, simulating various vehicle maneuvers, are also integrated into the model. The resulting system of equations is solved using Maple Software with the Runge-Kutta-Fehlberg method. This model enables accurate prediction of liquid displacement and pressure forces, offering valuable insights for tank design and fluid dynamics applications. Ongoing refinement aims to broaden its applicability across different liquid types and tank geometries.

Fluid-Structure Interaction, Equivalent Mechanical Model, Liquid Discretization, Spring-Mass Model, Spring-Mass Network, Liquid Simulation

Noui, O., Bouazara, M. and Richard, M. J. (2024) Full Dynamic Model for Liquid Sloshing Simulation in Cylindrical Tank Shape. World Journal of Mechanics, 14, 55-72. doi: 10.4236/wjm.2024.144004.