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http://dx.doi.org/10.5762/KAIS.2010.11.3.787

An Analysis for Optimization of Rubber Granule Layer in Synthetic Surfaced Track using Response Surface Methodology  

Kang, Ki-Weon (School of Mechanical and Automobile Engineering, Kunsan National University)
Lee, Seung-Pyo (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Hanyang University)
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Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society / v.11, no.3, 2010 , pp. 787-794 More about this Journal
Abstract
This paper aims to evaluate the effect of each material ingredient on mechanical and dynamic performance and to determine an optimal mixing condition of a rubber granule layer. To minimize the required number of tests, the test matrix was established by using the design of experiments (DOE). The tensile tests were then performed to identify the mechanical properties. Also, to evaluate the dynamic performance that the IAAF has required for athletics tracks for athletes' safety and balance, a series of impact tests were performed by using the so-called the "artificial athlete" machine. Finally, the response surface methodology was used to decide the optimal mixing conditions needed to achieve a high level of mechanical properties and dynamic performance.
Keywords
Dynamic Performance; Optimization; Response Surface Methodology; Rubber Granule Layer;
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