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ASME 1994 Design Technical Conferences collocated with the ASME 1994 International Computers in Engineering Conference and Exhibition and the ASME 1994 8th Annual Database Symposium

September 11–14, 1994

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

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ISBN:

978-0-7918-9767-6

In This Volume

20th Design Automation Conference (66)

20th Design Automation Conference: Volume 1 — Dynamic Mechanical Systems; Geometric Modeling and Features; Concurrent Engineering

20th Design Automation Conference

Geometric Interference and Collision Detection Algorithms

Determination of the Interference Distance Between Two Objects Using Optimization Techniques

Meyer Nahon

IDETC-CIE 1994; 1-6doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0040

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Topics: Optimization , Separation (Technology) , Algorithms , Robotics , Simulation

Path Planning for Spheres in Three Dimensional Environments With Low Interference Index

Duane W. Storti, Debasish Dutta

IDETC-CIE 1994; 7-14doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0041

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Topics: Path planning

A Hierarchy of Oct-Sphere Model and its Application in Collision Detection

Heming Yang, Xinfang Zhang, Ji Zhou, Jun Yu

IDETC-CIE 1994; 15-19doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0042

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Topics: Collisions (Physics) , Algorithms , Simulation

Collision Detection of 3D Complex Objects

Rong Mo, Horst Nowacki

IDETC-CIE 1994; 21-27doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0043

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Topics: Collisions (Physics) , Algorithms , Modeling , Testing

An Octree Method for Interference Detection in Computer Aided 3-D Packing

Zuo Dai, Jianzhong Cha

IDETC-CIE 1994; 29-33doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0044

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Octrees , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning)

Simulation of Dynamic Systems

Propagation of Nonlinearities in the Inertia Matrix of Tracked Vehicles

J. H. Choi, A. A. Shabana, Roger A. Wehage

IDETC-CIE 1994; 35-44doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0045

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Topics: Inertia (Mechanics) , Tracked vehicles , Equations of motion , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Rollers , Shapes

Geometric Modeling and Simulation of Mechanical Assemblies With Elastic Components

Yong Fang, F. W. Liou

IDETC-CIE 1994; 45-53doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0046

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Topics: Geometric modeling , Simulation , Manufacturing , Modeling , Elastic analysis , Elasticity , Engineering prototypes , Finite element methods , Multibody systems

A Multibody/Finite Element Analysis Approach for Modeling of Crash Dynamic Responses

Deren Ma, Hamid Lankarani

IDETC-CIE 1994; 55-64doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0047

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Topics: Dynamic response , Finite element analysis , Modeling , Deformation , Stress , Aircraft , Computers , Finite element model , Flexible structures , Lumbar spine

Visual Interaction in Acoustic-Structural Analysis of Automobiles

Vijoy Gaddipati, Judy M. Vance, Richard DeVries

IDETC-CIE 1994; 65-70doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0048

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Topics: Acoustics , Automobiles , Design , Noise (Sound) , Sound pressure , Computers , Noise control , Optimization algorithms , Structural design , Vibration

The Development, Dynamic Simulation and Verification of a Half-Vehicle Model for Durability Testing

D. A. Belfiore, B. J. Gilmore, J. C. Wambold

IDETC-CIE 1994; 71-81doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0049

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Topics: Durability , Simulation , Testing , Vehicles , Roads , Accelerated life testing , Buses , Excitation , Life testing , Modeling

Programming Environments for Mechanical Systems

A Robotic Software Developed Using Object-Oriented Design

Issa A. D. Nesnas, Michael M. Stanisic

IDETC-CIE 1994; 83-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0050

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Topics: Computer software , Design , Robotics , Computer programming , Robots , Complex systems , Software development

Extending C and FORTRAN for Design Automation

Harry H. Cheng

IDETC-CIE 1994; 93-103doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0051

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Topics: Design automation , FORTRAN , Computer programming , Computer programming languages , Bridges (Structures) , Computer software , Systems engineering

Computer-Aided Displacement Analysis of Spatial Mechanisms

Sean Thompson, Harry H. Cheng

IDETC-CIE 1994; 105-115doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0052

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Displacement , Computer programming , Computer programming languages , Design automation , FORTRAN

MDL: A Methodology Description Language in a CAE Integration Environment

Nanxin Wang, Jie Cheng

IDETC-CIE 1994; 117-123doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0053

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Natural, scientific and engineering processes and practices , Flow (Dynamics) , Vehicles , Cycles , Engineering prototypes , Engines , Motors , Optimization , Product design

Design Actor-Based Representation of Iterative Design Process for Embodiment Design

Jeong-Soo Ahn, Kyihwan Park, Richard H. Crawford

IDETC-CIE 1994; 125-140doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0054

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Topics: Design , Engineering design processes , Computer-aided design , Disks , Feedback , Feedforward control , Product design , Solenoids

Concurrent Engineering

Robust Concurrent Concept Selection and System Synthesis

Wei Chen, Janet K. Allen, Farrokh Mistree

IDETC-CIE 1994; 141-149doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0055

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Topics: Conceptual design , Design , Engineering systems and industry applications , Irrigation (Agriculture) , Solar power

Concurrent Designing of Airframes: State of the Art and Trends

Christian Petiau

IDETC-CIE 1994; 151-158doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0056

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Topics: Design , Design methodology , Modeling , Optimization

Monotonicity and Goal Interaction Diagrams for the Compromise Decision Support Problem

Warren F. Smith, Farrokh Mistree

IDETC-CIE 1994; 159-168doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0057

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Naval architecture

Rod Design: A Concept to Production Connecting Rod Design System

Eric L. Chau, Jr.

IDETC-CIE 1994; 169-174doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0058

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Topics: Design , Computer-aided engineering , Computer-aided design , Engineering prototypes , Manufacturing , Parametric design

Geometry, Motion Analysis and Visual Reasoning

Motion Interpolation Using Dynamics

T. A. Loduha, B. Ravani

IDETC-CIE 1994; 175-181doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0059

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Interpolation , Trajectories (Physics) , Equations of motion

Motion Interpolation With G² Composite Bézier Motions

Q. J. Ge, Donglai Kang

IDETC-CIE 1994; 183-190doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0060

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Topics: Composite materials , Interpolation , Splines , Algorithms , Design , Computer numerical control machine tools , Computer-aided engineering , Construction , Machinery , Manipulators

On Representation and Interpolation of Line-Segments for Computer Aided Geometric Design

Q. J. Ge, B. Ravani

IDETC-CIE 1994; 191-198doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0061

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Design , Interpolation , Algorithms , Geometry , Shapes

Optimization-Based Design of a Leg Mechanism via Combined Kinematic and Structural Analysis

W. B. Shieh, S. Azarm, L. W. Tsai, A. L. Tits

IDETC-CIE 1994; 199-209doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0062

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Topics: Design , Kinematics , Optimization , Structural analysis , Degrees of freedom , Energy dissipation , Control equipment , Cycles , Linkages , Tradeoffs

Tolerance Allocation and Optimization

Optimizing Tolerance Allocation Based on Manufacturing Cost and Quality Loss

Mukund Krishnaswami, R. W. Mayne

IDETC-CIE 1994; 211-217doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0063

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Topics: Manufacturing , Product quality , Optimization , Nonlinear programming , Tradeoffs

Robust Design by Tolerance Allocation Considering Quality and Manufacturing Cost

Rikard Söderberg

IDETC-CIE 1994; 219-226doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0064

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Chain , Dimensions , Robustness , Symmetry (Physics) , Tradeoffs

Statistical Verification of Conformance to Geometric Tolerance

Thomas R. Kurfess, David L. Banks

IDETC-CIE 1994; 227-236doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0065

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Topics: Cylinders , Inspection , Machinery , Statistics , Testing , Tradeoffs

A Kinematic Based Analysis for Tolerances Within Mechanical Assemblies

M. M. Ogot, B. J. Gilmore

IDETC-CIE 1994; 237-249doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0066

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Topics: Kinematics , Manufacturing , Design , Reliability , Dimensions , Sensitivity analysis , Engineers

The Tolerance Optimization Problem Using a System of Experimental Design

M. H. Gadallah, H. A. ElMaraghy

IDETC-CIE 1994; 251-265doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0067

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Topics: Design , Experimental design , Optimization , Manufacturing , Dimensions , Tolerance analysis , Algorithms

Feature Recognition

Automatic Bar Stock Selection for Machining

John E. Leonard, Jami J. Shah

IDETC-CIE 1994; 267-279doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0068

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Topics: Machining , Shapes , Geometry , Computer-aided design , Databases , Shrinkage (Materials) , Workshops (Work spaces)

Form Feature Recognition Using Base Volume Decomposition

James K. Coles, Richard H. Crawford, Kristin L. Wood

IDETC-CIE 1994; 281-297doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0069

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Topics: Design

Heuristics Based Feature Recognition: A Graph Approach

Shyam V. Narayan, Zhi-Kui Ling

IDETC-CIE 1994; 299-306doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0070

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Construction , Design , Engineering design , Finishes , Machinery , Manufacturing , Modeling , Topology

Algorithms to Detect Geometric Interactions in a Feature-Based Design System

Rajeev Talwar, Souran Manoochehri

IDETC-CIE 1994; 307-314doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0071

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Computer-aided design , Computer software , Modeling

Parametric Surfaces, Projections and Reverse Engineering

Constrained Reconstruction of Parametric Surfaces for Reverse Engineering

Nirant V. Puntambekar, Andrei G. Jablokow

IDETC-CIE 1994; 315-322doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0072

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Topics: Reverse engineering , Algorithms , B-splines , Fittings , Joining

Automatic Generation of 3-D Solid Models From Orthographic Projections

K. Saha, B. Gurumoorthy

IDETC-CIE 1994; 323-332doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0073

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Topics: Solid models

Surface Approximation in Reverse Engineering

S. Mukherjee, B. Gurumoorthy

IDETC-CIE 1994; 333-336doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0074

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Topics: Approximation , Interpolation , Reverse engineering , Errors , Computer-aided design , Optimization

Position Registration of Scanning Lasers for Experimental Spatial Dynamics Modeling

David E. Montgomery, Robert L. West

IDETC-CIE 1994; 337-342doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0075

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Lasers , Modeling , Shapes , Velocity measurement , Algorithms , Composite materials , Compressors , Deflection , Design

A Computer Aided Visual Reasoning Tool for Missing View Problems

Hong Zhao, Yong Se Kim

IDETC-CIE 1994; 343-349doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0076

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Construction , Engineering prototypes , Engineering students , Engineers , Students , User interfaces

Wireframe and Surface Modeling

An Effective Method for Modelling Flexible Surfaces of Cloth Objects

Y. F. Zhao, S. T. Tan, T. N. Wong

IDETC-CIE 1994; 351-358doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0077

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Topics: Modeling , Textiles , Finite element methods , Deformation , Shapes , Simulation

Generating and Flattening of Developable Surfaces

M. C. Gan, S. T. Tan, K. W. Chan

IDETC-CIE 1994; 359-366doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0078

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Topics: Algorithms , Preservation

Automatic Development Generation for Thin-Walled Objects

Yu-Long Lin, D. C. H. Yang

IDETC-CIE 1994; 367-377doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0079

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Topics: Algorithms

Face Identification of Objects in Wireframe Representation

D. C. H. Yang, Yu-Long Lin

IDETC-CIE 1994; 379-388doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0080

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Topics: Algorithms

Triangulation Algorithm Based on Narrow Polygon Zone for Trimmed Parametric Surface

Sande Gao, Qifu Wang, Ji Zhou, Jun Yu

IDETC-CIE 1994; 389-395doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0081

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Topics: Algorithms , Construction , Topology

Geometric Decompostion and Structural Shape Modification for Turbomachinery Blades

Brian D. Hines, James H. Oliver

IDETC-CIE 1994; 397-402doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0082

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Topics: Blades , Shapes , Turbomachinery , Finite element model , Geometry , Computer software , Deflection , Finite element analysis

Geometric Modeling and CAD Tools

Computer-Aided Design Synthesis Using Syntactic Solid Modeling

Vassilios E. Theodoracatos, Xiaogang Guan

IDETC-CIE 1994; 403-415doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0083

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Solid modeling

Goal-Directed Geometry: Beyond Parametric and Variational Geometry CAD Technologies

David W. Rosen, Wei Chen, Stewart Coulter, Srinivas Vadde

IDETC-CIE 1994; 417-426doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0084

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Geometry , Design , Parametric design , Pareto optimization , Engineering models , Engineering prototypes , Engineering systems and industry applications , Modeling

Design for Injection Molding: Using Dimensional Analysis to Assess Fillability

Douglas C. Mehl, Kurt A. Beiter, Kos Ishii

IDETC-CIE 1994; 427-434doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0085

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Topics: Design , Dimensional analysis , Injection molding , Process simulation , Wall thickness , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Injection molded plastics , Physics , Simulation

Parametric Volume Models for Interactive Three-Dimensional Grid Generation

Jawad D. Mokhtar, James H. Oliver

IDETC-CIE 1994; 435-442doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0086

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Topics: Mesh generation , Construction , B-splines , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Interpolation , Solids , Turbomachinery

Detection and Evaluation of Planes of Partial Symmetry in CAD Models

Robert H. Sturges, David O. Hunt

IDETC-CIE 1994; 443-451doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0087

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Topics: Algorithms , Computer-aided design , Manufacturing , Shapes

Machine Dynamics and Modeling

Behavior of Structures Using Simple Plastic Hinge Theory

Ramakrishnan Maruthayappan, Hamid M. Lankarani

IDETC-CIE 1994; 453-465doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0088

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Topics: Hinges , Finite element model , Springs , Aviation , Cantilever beams , Modeling , Torque

Impact Analysis of Plates Using Quasi-Static Approach

Shashishekar Shivaswamy, Jianmin Li, Hamid M. Lankarani

IDETC-CIE 1994; 467-473doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0089

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Topics: Plates (structures) , Deformation , Aluminum , Compression , Steel , Absorption , Impact testing , Stress , Transients (Dynamics) , Wave propagation

Modeling of a Hydraulic Lash Adjuster With Experimental Identification in Oil Refill Mechanism

Wensyang Hsu, Albert P. Pisano

IDETC-CIE 1994; 475-485doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0090

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Topics: Air entrainment , Clearances (Engineering) , Compressibility , Differential equations , Dynamic models , Leakage , Modeling , Nonlinear differential equations , Pumps , Stiffness

Approximate Re-Analysis of Dynamic Systems

Qiushi Cao, Prakash Krishnaswami

IDETC-CIE 1994; 487-493doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0091

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Dynamic analysis , Dynamic systems

Determination of Failure Probabilities and Sensitivity Factors Based on First Order Reliability Method

Nataraj Parameswaran, Lidvin Kjerengtroen

IDETC-CIE 1994; 495-501doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0092

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Topics: Failure , Probability , Reliability , Simulation , Design , Engineering design processes , Heat transfer , Statistical distributions

Fatigue Life Simulation for Reliable Thick-Walled Cylinder Design

R. J. Eggert

IDETC-CIE 1994; 503-511doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0093

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Topics: Cylinders , Design , Fatigue life , Simulation , Pistons , Materials properties , Reliability , Cycles , Dimensions , Failure

Computer-Aided Analysis of Gears

Computerized Simulation of Transmission Errors and Shift of Bearing Contact for Hypoid Gear Drive With Conjugate Gear Tooth Surfaces

Faydor L. Litvin, Jui-Sheng Chen, Thomas M. Sep, Jyh-Chiang Wang

IDETC-CIE 1994; 513-520doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0094

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Topics: Bearings , Errors , Gear teeth , Simulation , Spiral bevel gears , Cycles , Design , Gears , Machine tools , Mechanical drives

Solution of Load Distribution on the Contact Line of Helical Gears With EHL Theory

Yu Tonghui, Chen Chenwen, Wang Liqin

IDETC-CIE 1994; 521-524doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0095

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Topics: Helical gears , Stress , Boundary-value problems , Elastohydrodynamic lubrication , Lubrication , Pressure , Shapes

Geometry Design of Roller Gear Cams With Generalized Meshing Elements

Hong-Sen Yan, Hsin-Hung Chen

IDETC-CIE 1994; 525-532doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0096

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Topics: Cams , Design , Gears , Geometry , Rollers , Computer-aided design , Manufacturing

Feature Processing in Design and Manufacturing

Coding and Clustering of Design and Manufacturing Features for Concurrent Design

D. Xue, Z. Dong

IDETC-CIE 1994; 533-545doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0097

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Topics: Concurrent engineering , Design , Manufacturing

A Uniform Approach to Handling of Feature-Objects in an Advanced CAD System

Imre Horváth, Péter Kulcsár, Vilmos Thernesz

IDETC-CIE 1994; 547-561doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0098

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Engineering prototypes , Industrial research , Modeling , Production planning

Feature-Based Design for Mill-Turn and 3-Axis Machining

D. L. Henderson, D. C. Anderson

IDETC-CIE 1994; 563-573doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0099

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Topics: Design , Machining , Inspection , Machining centers , Production planning

Feature Recognition by Volume Decomposition Using Half-Space Partitioning

Yan Shen, Jami J. Shah

IDETC-CIE 1994; 575-583doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0100

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Machining , Solid models

Geometric Influence of a Molded Part on the Draw Direction Ranges and Parting Line Locations

Marc Weinstein, Souran Manoochehri

IDETC-CIE 1994; 585-592doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0101

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Topics: Cavities , Design , Geometry

Modeling and Designing of Bearings and Cams

Evaluation of Factors Affecting the Simulation of Structural Vibrations in Rolling Bearings

Kapil Mehra, Jayanta Datta, Kambiz Farhang

IDETC-CIE 1994; 593-601doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0102

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Topics: Rolling bearings , Simulation , Vibration , Deformation , Springs , Bearings , Damping , Inertia (Mechanics) , Lubricants , Oscillations

A Simplified Model for Structural Vibrations in Ball Bearings

Kambiz Farhang, Kapil Mehra, Jayanta Datta

IDETC-CIE 1994; 603-612doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1994-0103

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Topics: Ball bearings , Vibration , Bearings , Rolling bearings , Approximation , Equations of motion , Rotors , Damping , Differential equations , Dynamics (Mechanics)