Volumes | International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference | American Society of Mechanical Engineers Digital Collection

Topics: Geometry , Computer-aided design , Computation , Design , Education , Engineering students , Engineering teachers , Set theory , Space , Topology

System Independent Product Models in Computer Aided Elastomeric Compact Seal Design

H. L. Johannesson

IDETC-CIE 1988; 19-25doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0003

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Design , Computer-aided design , Databases , Data storage systems , Database management systems , Engineering drawings , FORTRAN , Information retrieval , Manufacturing

The Use of IGES in Rapid and Automated Design Prototyping

J. A. Kirk, D. K. Anand, M. Anjanappa, W. K. Rickert, Jr.

IDETC-CIE 1988; 27-32doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0004

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Topics: Design , Computer numerical control machine tools , Computer-aided design , Machinery , Machining centers , Manufacturing , Manufacturing cells , Manufacturing systems , Rapid prototyping

Single Domain Methods for Modeling Objects in the Round for Engineering and Manufacturing Applications

J. J. Cox, H. Ferguson, K. Kohkonen

IDETC-CIE 1988; 33-40doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0005

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Topics: Dimensions , Engineering design processes , Manufacturing , Modeling , Topology

Some Issues in the Generation of the Topology of Systems With Constant Power-Flow Input-Output Requirements

D. R. Prabhu, D. L. Taylor

IDETC-CIE 1988; 41-48doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0006

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Topology , Design , Algorithms , Manufacturing , Theorems (Mathematics)

The Evaluation of Moments of Bounded Regions Using Spline Approximations of the Boundary

J. Angeles, Z. Chaoming, R. Duarte, H. Ning

IDETC-CIE 1988; 49-54doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0007

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Topics: Approximation , Splines , Computation , Inertia (Mechanics) , Space , Tensors , Theorems (Mathematics)

A Separating Channel Decomposition Algorithm for Non-Convex Polygons With Application in Interference Detection

T. S. Ku, B. Ravani

IDETC-CIE 1988; 55-65doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0008

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Topics: Algorithms , Computer-aided design , Design automation

Model Based Rigid Body Guidance in Presence of Non-Convex Geometric Constraints

T. S. Ku, B. Ravani

IDETC-CIE 1988; 67-79doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0009

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Topics: Algorithms , Computer-aided design , Kinematics , Manipulators , Mobile robots , Path planning , Shapes , Shrinkage (Materials)

Optimization Theory

A Strategy for Reducing Turnaround Time in Design Optimization Using a Distributed Computer System

K. C. Young, S. L. Padula, J. L. Rogers

IDETC-CIE 1988; 81-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0010

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Topics: Computers , Design , Optimization , Computer software , Engineering design , Flow (Dynamics) , Hardware , Clocks , Computation , Structural design

A New Dynamic Basis Algorithm for Solving Linear Programming Problems for Engineering Design

Y. Wang, E. Sandgren

IDETC-CIE 1988; 89-94doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0011

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Topics: Algorithms , Engineering design , Linear programming , Design , Dimensions

Nonlinear Integer and Discrete Programming in Mechanical Design

E. Sandgren

IDETC-CIE 1988; 95-105doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0012

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Topics: Computer programming , Design engineering , Design , Algorithms , Quadratic programming

A Modified Game Theory Approach to Multiobjective Optimization

T. I. Freiheit, S. S. Rao

IDETC-CIE 1988; 107-114doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0013

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Topics: Pareto optimization , Design , Economics

A Multi-Level Optimization-Based Design Procedure Using Global Monotonicity Analysis

S. Azarm, W.-C. Li

IDETC-CIE 1988; 115-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0014

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Gears

Remarks on Sufficiency of Constraint-Bound Solutions in Optimal Design

P. Y. Papalambros

IDETC-CIE 1988; 121-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0015

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Topics: Design , Nonlinear programming , Tradeoffs

A Modification of Feasible Direction Optimization Method for Handling Equality Constraints

Yong Chen, Bailin Li

IDETC-CIE 1988; 129-132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0016

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Topics: Algorithms , Nonlinear programming , Optimization

The Symmetric Rank One Formula and its Application in Discrete Nonlinear Optimization

J. Z. Cha, R. W. Mayne

IDETC-CIE 1988; 133-139doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0017

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Topics: Optimization , Nonlinear programming , Quadratic programming

Optimal Synthesis of Large Systems Using Decomposition Techniques and Parallel Processing

V. Bhatt, K. M. Ragsdell

IDETC-CIE 1988; 141-146doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0018

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Topics: Parallel processing , Vehicles , Algorithms

Optimal Design of Complex Systems Using Decomposition Methods: An Example Application to Electromechanical Control

T. W. McLain, J. C. Free, A. Teng

IDETC-CIE 1988; 147-154doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0019

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Topics: Complex systems , Design , Optimization , Actuators , Control systems , Dynamic systems , Electromechanical actuators , Gears , Motors , Transients (Dynamics)

Sensitivity Analysis in Optimization

A RQP Based Method for Estimating Parameter Sensitivity Derivatives

T. J. Beltracchi, G. A. Gabriele

IDETC-CIE 1988; 155-164doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0020

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Modeling , Quadratic programming , Sensitivity analysis , Testing

Observations on Extrapolations Using Parameter Sensitivity Derivatives

T. J. Beltracchi, G. A. Gabriele

IDETC-CIE 1988; 165-173doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0021

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Errors , Modeling , Sensitivity analysis

Sensitivity Analysis and Optimization of Mechanical System Design

W. J. Langner

IDETC-CIE 1988; 175-182doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0022

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Sensitivity analysis , Algorithms , Computation , Dynamic systems , Jacobian matrices , Simulation , Simulation models

Sensitivity Analysis of Model Coordination Method of Decomposition in Nonlinear Programming

H. Torab

IDETC-CIE 1988; 183-188doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0023

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Topics: Nonlinear programming , Sensitivity analysis , Engineering systems and industry applications , Optimization , Separation (Technology)

Optimization Applications

Optimization Modelling and Optimal Layouts of Heterogeneous, Thick-Walled Chilled Cast-Iron Rollers

H. A. Eschenauer, M. Bremicker

IDETC-CIE 1988; 189-194doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0024

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Topics: Cast iron , Modeling , Optimization , Rollers , Temperature , Design , Iron , Stress , Temperature distribution , Thermal stresses

Automated Design of a Turbocharged, Fueled, Four-Stroke Engine for Minimum Fuel Consumption

J. K. Woodard, Jr., G. E. Johnson, R. L. Lott, Jr.

IDETC-CIE 1988; 195-200doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0025

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Topics: Design , Four-stroke engines , Fuel consumption , Optimization , Computers , Emissions , Engines , Exhaust systems , Explosions , Simulation

Optimal Design of Wind Turbines Using BIAS, A Method of Multipliers Code

B. D. Vick, W. Wrigglesworth, L. B. Scott, K. M. Ragsdell

IDETC-CIE 1988; 201-210doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0026

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Topics: Design , Wind turbines , Chords (Trusses) , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Airfoils , Shapes , Surface roughness

Part Layout Optimization Using a Quadtree Representation

E. Sandgren, T. Dworak

IDETC-CIE 1988; 211-219doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0027

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Nonlinear programming , Optimization , Rotation

A Method for Comparative Performance Evaluation of Structural Optimization Codes: Part I — Theory

G. Subbarayan, D. L. Bartel, D. L. Taylor

IDETC-CIE 1988; 221-225doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0028

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Topics: Performance evaluation , Structural optimization , Nonlinear programming , Design , Optimization

A Method for Comparative Performance Evaluation of Structural Optimization Codes: Part II — Applications

G. Subbarayan, D. L. Bartel, D. L. Taylor

IDETC-CIE 1988; 227-232doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0029

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Topics: Performance evaluation , Structural optimization , Nonlinear programming , Design , Optimization

Optimal Design of Mechanisms Using Simulated Annealing: Theory and Applications

P. Jain, A. M. Agogino

IDETC-CIE 1988; 233-240doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0030

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Topics: Design , Simulated annealing , Optimization , Kinematics , Computer-aided design , Design engineering , Image processing

Optimization of Reinforced Concrete Footings Used to Support Wind Loaded Structures

M. R. Hannan, G. E. Johnson

IDETC-CIE 1988; 241-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0031

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Topics: Footings (Construction) , Optimization , Reinforced concrete , Wind , Design , Stress , Computer software , Engineers , FORTRAN , Gradient methods

Optimum Synthesis of Thin-Walled Vibrating Beams With Coupled Bending and Torsion

R. V. Grandhi, J. K. Moradmand

IDETC-CIE 1988; 249-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0032

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Topics: Cantilever beams , Cross section (Physics) , Newton's method , Shear (Mechanics) , Structural optimization , Torsion

On the Experimental vs. Numerical Shape Optimization of a Hole in a Tall Beam

S. Azarm, S. M. Bhandarkar, A. J. Durelli

IDETC-CIE 1988; 257-264doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0033

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Topics: Shape optimization , Numerical analysis , Finite element analysis

Design for Latitude Using TOPT

K. L. d’Entremont, K. M. Ragsdell

IDETC-CIE 1988; 265-272doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0034

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Topics: Design , Hydrostatics , Nonlinear programming , Optimization , Taguchi methods , Thrust bearings , Turbogenerators

Orthogonal Arrays and Conjugate Directions for Taguchi-Class Optimization

S.-C. Tsai, K. M. Ragsdell

IDETC-CIE 1988; 273-278doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0035

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Manufacturing , Optimization , Taguchi methods

Compromise: An Effective Approach for Designing Composite Conical Shell Structures

W. J. Fuchs, H. M. Karandikar, F. Mistree, H. A. Eschenauer

IDETC-CIE 1988; 279-286doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0036

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Topics: Composite materials , Design , Shells , Fibers , Deformation , Failure , Laminates , Membranes , Pressure , Stress

Expert Systems and Artificial Intelligence

Building an Expert System for Engineering Design Based on the Object-Oriented Knowledge Representation Concept

S. Akagi, K. Fujita

IDETC-CIE 1988; 287-295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0037

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Topics: Engineering design , Expert systems , Design , Computation , Computers , Ships

Building an Expert System for Power Plant Design

S. Akagi, L. Fujita, H. Kubonishi

IDETC-CIE 1988; 297-302doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0038

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Topics: Expert systems , Power station design , Design , Computation , Computer-aided design , Ocean energy

Development of a Knowledge Based System Implementing Taguchi Class Methods for Engineering Design

T. A. Phelps, C. Karra, K. M. Ragsdell

IDETC-CIE 1988; 303-308doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0039

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Engineering design , Manufacturing , Taguchi methods , Tooling

A Generalized Expert System Shell for Implementing Mechanical Design Applications: Review, Introduction and Fundamental Concepts

P. Premkumar, S. N. Kramer

IDETC-CIE 1988; 309-313doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0040

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Topics: Design engineering , Expert systems , Shells , Design

Design

On the Design of Wire Rope

S. A. Velinsky

IDETC-CIE 1988; 315-322doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0041

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Topics: Design , Ropes , Wire , Design methodology , Fibers

A Graphical, User-Driven Newton-Raphson Technique for Use in the Analysis and Design of Compliant Mechanisms

T. C. Hill, A. Midha

IDETC-CIE 1988; 323-332doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0042

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design , Stress , Deflection , Boundary-value problems , Chain , Displacement , Newton's method , Stability

A New Algorithm for Inverse Design of Flow Headers

R. Araya, V. Modi

IDETC-CIE 1988; 333-336doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0043

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Boundary element methods , Computation , Computer cooling , Condensers (steam plant) , Fluids , Heat exchangers

Composite Drive Shaft Coupling for Future Rotorcraft: A 3D Finite-Element Analysis

R. N. Margasahayam, H. S. Faust

IDETC-CIE 1988; 337-343doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0044

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Topics: Composite materials , Finite element analysis , Design , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Engineering prototypes , Stress , Stress analysis (Engineering)

Dynamics of a Stepping Motor Driven Conventional Machine Slide

E. I. Umez-Eronini

IDETC-CIE 1988; 345-352doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0045

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Machinery , Stepper motors , Control equipment , Control systems , Design , Drive chain , Friction , Machine tools , Simulation results

Computer Aided Design of Internal Involute Spur Gears

Chung-Biau Tsay

IDETC-CIE 1988; 353-358doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0046

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Spur gears , Gear teeth , Gear trains , Computer simulation , Computers , Design , Dynamic analysis , Geometry , Stress analysis (Engineering)

Computer-Aided Design of a Diesel Engine Chassis Mount Using the Finite Element Method

K. Haghighi, M. G. Smith, G. W. Krutz, L. Bennett, J. W. Buchanan

IDETC-CIE 1988; 359-366doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0047

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Diesel engines , Finite element methods , Stress , Design , Fatigue life , Finite element model , Stiffness , Trucks , Yield strength

Mechanisms

Spline Functions Applied to the Synthesis and Analysis of Non-Rigid Cam-Follower Systems

D. M. Tsay, C. O. Huey, Jr.

IDETC-CIE 1988; 367-380doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0048

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Topics: Splines , Computer-aided design , Degrees of freedom , Differential equations , Polynomials

A New Synthesis Method for Cam-Follower Systems Using Finite Series

N. Berzak

IDETC-CIE 1988; 381-385doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0049

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Kinematics , Polynomials

Determining the Presence of Rigid Sub-Frames in Kinematic Chains

R. Bhasin, J. E. Beard, J. A. Brewer

IDETC-CIE 1988; 387-393doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0050

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Topics: Chain , Kinematic chains , Kinematics , Topology

Automatic Selection of Four-Bar Linkage Designs for Path Generation Task

S. Kota, R. B. Gudapati

IDETC-CIE 1988; 395-402doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0051

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Topics: Linkages , Design , Shapes , Symmetry (Physics) , Algorithms , Approximation , Design methodology , Parametrization

On Optimal Mechanism Synthesis via Synthesis and Analysis Operators

P. H. Hodges, P. Pisano

IDETC-CIE 1988; 403-408doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0052

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Topics: Dimensions , Optimization

Limitations of Conjugate Gear Tooth Surfaces in Order to Avoid Undercutting and Appearance of Envelope of Lines of Contact

F. L. Litvin, D. J. Kin, Y. Zhang

IDETC-CIE 1988; 409-415doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0053

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Topics: Gear teeth , Computation , Computers , Dimensions , Mechanical drives , Pressure , Worm gears

Application of the Canonical Equations of Motion in Problems of Constrained Multibody Systems With Intermittent Motion

H. M. Lankarani, P. E. Nikravesh

IDETC-CIE 1988; 417-423doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0054

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Topics: Equations of motion , Multibody systems , Momentum , Impulse (Physics) , Differential equations

Robotics

Robot Accuracy Qualification: A Stochastic Differential Kinematic Monte Carlo Error Combination Approach

A. J. Sturm, Jr., M.-Y. Lee

IDETC-CIE 1988; 425-433doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0055

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Topics: Errors , Kinematics , Robots , Computer simulation , Algorithms , Engineering standards , Interferometers , Lasers , Measuring instruments , Simulation results

Translational Joints in Flexible Multibody Dynamics

R. S. Hwang, E. J. Haug

IDETC-CIE 1988; 435-445doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0056

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Topics: Deformation , Engineering prototypes , Kinematics , Multibody dynamics

Workspace Analysis of Multibody Mechanical Systems Using Continuation Methods

D.-Y. Jo, E. J. Haug

IDETC-CIE 1988; 447-456doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0057

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Topics: Computer software , Equations of motion , Kinematics , Manifolds , Numerical analysis

An Integrated Approach to the Optimal Sequencing of Robot Operations in a Workcell

S. C. Sarin, C. J. Desai

IDETC-CIE 1988; 457-465doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0058

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Topics: Robots , Simulation , Engineering prototypes , Kinematics , Machinery , Robot motion

Design Methodology

The Design Environment Simulator

R. Lesh, K. M. Ragsdell

IDETC-CIE 1988; 467-472doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0059

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Topics: Design , Engineers , Engineering design , Modeling

A First Class of Computational Tools for Preliminary Engineering Design

K. L. Wood, E. K. Antonsson

IDETC-CIE 1988; 473-476doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0060

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Topics: Engineering design , Design , Engineers

Fuzzy Set Based Models in Design Optimization

A. R. Diaz

IDETC-CIE 1988; 477-485doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0061

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Computation , Computer programming , Engineering design , Pareto optimization

Simulation

Power-Based Simplification of Dynamic System Models

R. C. Rosenberg, T. Zhou

IDETC-CIE 1988; 487-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0062

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Topics: Dynamic systems , Nonlinear systems , Stress

A Dynamic Simulation Approach to Machine Component Life Prediction

T. S. Liu, E. J. Haug, B. Dopker

IDETC-CIE 1988; 493-498doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0063

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Topics: Machine components , Simulation , Deformation , Stress , Vehicles , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fatigue life , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Computer software , Computer-aided engineering

A Recursive Formulation for Real-Time Dynamic Simulation

D.-S. Bae, R. S. Hwang, E. J. Haug

IDETC-CIE 1988; 499-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0064

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Topics: Simulation , Algorithms , Design , Multibody systems , Equations of motion , Kinematics , Parallel processing , Rendering , Robots , Rotation

Parallel Processing for Real-Time Dynamic System Simulation

R. S. Hwang, D.-S. Bae, E. J. Haug, J. G. Kuhl

IDETC-CIE 1988; 509-518doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1988-0065

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Topics: Dynamic systems , Parallel processing , Simulation , Algorithms , Closed loop systems , Dynamic analysis , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Equations of motion , Inertia (Mechanics) , Vehicles