Numerical analysis has been performed to investigate the stress distribution characteristics of auxiliary axle system in a compact special vehicle. Structural and running stability of compact special vehicle is largely affected by auxiliary axle system installation. Structural characteristics of stress and deformation distributions with safe factor in the auxiliary axle system are analyzed. It can be seen that maximum stress happens near the local axle position, and deformation is also predicted. Simulation results are also compared with experimental test data. These results from this study could be applicable for optimal design of diverse axle systems in the compact special vehicle.

Numerical analysis has been carried out to investigate the structural characteristics of auxiliary shaft system in a compact special vehicle. Stress and deformation distributions with safe factor in the auxiliary axle system are compared. It can be seen that maximum stress happens near the local axle position and deformation at the air spring is also predicted. The results from this study could be applicable for optimal design of variable shaft system in the compact special vehicle.