articleApplied SciencesJan 5, 2026GOLD OA

High-Fidelity Finite Element Modelling (FEM) and Dynamic Analysis of a Hybrid Aluminium–Honeycomb Railway Vehicle Carbody

ACAlessio CascinoEMEnrico MeliARAndrea Rindi

University of Florence

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Abstract

This study presents the development and high-fidelity finite element modelling of an innovative hybrid railway carbody structure, designed to achieve a substantial reduction in mass while maintaining the required mechanical performance under service conditions. The proposed concept integrates a traditional aluminium frame with an advanced honeycomb sandwich panel, joined through adhesive bonding to ensure structural continuity, compensate for thermal effects, and minimize over constraining stresses. Detailed numerical simulations were conducted to evaluate both the static and dynamic behaviour of the structure under the most demanding load cases prescribed by standards. Modal analysis showed excellent…

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  • Finite element method
  • Modal
  • Stiffness
  • Reliability (semiconductor)
  • Modal analysis
  • Reduction (mathematics)
  • Static analysis
  • Honeycomb
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