Dynamic Analysis and Simulation of a Horizontal Slider Crank Mechanism using Spreadsheets

Abstract

ABSTRACT -This paper proposes a spreadsheet method for modeling, simulation and analyzes a mechanism of a horizontal, single cylinder, four-stroke internal combustion engine. The method is based on the use of analytical approach because it is more accurate, moreover is less time consuming if it is programmed for the computer solution. The spreadsheet model is a parametric model and it gives a simple visual presentation of the mechanism with interactive movement and control by the user. This method can be used for kinematic and dynamic analysis with the ability to make quick and easy parametric changes to a design. Compared with professional simulating software and advanced program language, the way proposed in the paper is convenient and practical