Hyperelastic modeling of shock absorption in track surfaces

In this work the possibility to predict the Force reduction capability of track materials by finite element modelling is investigated. To this aim, the mechanical behavior of different materials is described by Neo‐Hookean and Mooney‐Rivlin non‐linear hyperelastic models. The selected modeling approach is validated by comparing the results of Force reduction test experiments and simulations, which show very good agreement. Finally the combined effect of track thickness and material’s intrinsic properties on the surface overall behavior are discussed.