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ASME 1995 Design Engineering Technical Conferences collocated with the ASME 1995 15th International Computers in Engineering Conference and the ASME 1995 9th Annual Engineering Database Symposium

September 17–20, 1995

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Conference Sponsors:

ISBN:

978-0-7918-1716-2

In This Volume

21st Design Automation Conference (130)

Volume 1: 21st Design Automation Conference

21st Design Automation Conference

Knowledge and Information Based Design

Design Information System Infrastructure to Support Collaborative Design in a Large Organization

Plamen I. Bliznakov, Jami J. Shah, Dae K. Jeon, Susan D. Urban

IDETC-CIE 1995; 1-8doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0001

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Topics: Design , Testing , User interfaces

Knowledge Representation and Conversion for Hybrid Expert Systems

Terrence L. Chambers, Alan R. Parkinson

IDETC-CIE 1995; 9-16doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0002

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Topics: Expert systems , Engineers , Rapid prototyping

A Generic Framework for the Integration of Mechanical and Electrical CAD Tools for Concurrent Design of Consumer Electronic Products

Fu-Chung Wang, Paul K. Wright, Brian C. Richards

IDETC-CIE 1995; 17-24doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0003

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Electronic products , Design automation , Electrical components , Electromechanical systems , Errors , Printed circuit boards , Switches , Wire

Concurrent Product Design Based on Simultaneous Processing of Design and Manufacturing Information by Utility Analysis

Masataka Yoshimura, Hideyuki Kondo

IDETC-CIE 1995; 25-32doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0004

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Product design , Decision making , Concurrent engineering , Pareto optimization

Surface Modelling

Feature-Based Design Using NURBS Entities and Plex Grammar

Xiaogang Guan, Vassilios E. Theodoracatos

IDETC-CIE 1995; 33-40doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0005

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Topics: Design , Product design

A Mesh Reduction Approach to Parametric Surface Polygonization

M. Asif Khan, Judy M. Vance

IDETC-CIE 1995; 41-48doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0006

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Topics: Algorithms , Collapse , Computer-aided design , Optimization , Rendering , Testing , Virtual reality

Optimal Tangent-Plane and Curvature Continuous Modification of Curves at a Common Nodepoint

Xiuzi Ye, Horst Nowacki

IDETC-CIE 1995; 49-56doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0007

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Modeling

Implicit Function Alteration via Radius Mapping and Direct Function Modification

Mark T. Ensz, Mark A. Ganter, Duane W. Storti

IDETC-CIE 1995; 57-64doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0008

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Topics: Algebra , Geometry , Solids

Genetic Algorithm Based Design Methods

Genetic Operators for Catalog Design

Susan E. Carlson, Todd A. Pegg

IDETC-CIE 1995; 65-71doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0009

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Engineers

A Genetic Design Methodology for Structure Configuration

Gerald P. Roston, Robert H. Sturges, Jr.

IDETC-CIE 1995; 73-80doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0010

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Computer programming , Design , Design methodology , Errors , Optimization , Trusses (Building)

A General Design Program Based on Genetic Algorithms With Applications

Cornelia M. Kalker, Marcel F. Offermans

IDETC-CIE 1995; 81-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0011

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Algorithms , Navigation , Optimization

Genetic Algorithm-Based Design of Energy Absorbing Laminated Composite Beams

R. C. Averill, W. F. Punch, E. D. Goodman, S.-C. Lin, Y. C. Yip, Y. Ding

IDETC-CIE 1995; 89-96doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0012

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Topics: Algorithms , Composite building materials , Design , Genetic algorithms , Structural design , Architecture , Finite element model , Laminates

Product Design and Data Modelling

SMGS: A Software Tool for Step Product Data Modelling

Parisa Ghodous, Denis Vandorpe

IDETC-CIE 1995; 97-104doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0013

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Topics: Computer software , Cranes , Design , Engineering prototypes , Engineering standards , Generators , Modeling , Testing , User interfaces

A New Approach to Intelligent Design

Renbin Xiao, Ji Zhou, Jun Yu, Jianzhong Cha

IDETC-CIE 1995; 105-110doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0014

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Topics: Design , Fractals , Design methodology

Experience As Constraints in Embodiment Design

Zhihui Yao, Tim Murdoch, Aylmer Johnson

IDETC-CIE 1995; 111-118doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0015

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Topics: Design , Economics , Failure , Gear trains , Modeling , Optimization , Reliability

Implementation of DFA in Conceptual and Embodiment Design Using Decision Support Problems

Timothy W. Simpson, Matthew D. Bauer, Janet K. Allen, Farrokh Mistree

IDETC-CIE 1995; 119-126doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0016

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Aircraft , Conceptual design , Evacuations

Solid and CAD Modelling

Analytical Solid Modeling Using Dual Kriging

Anis Limaiem, Hoda A. ElMaraghy

IDETC-CIE 1995; 127-132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0017

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Topics: Solid modeling , Interpolation , Solids , Modeling , B-splines , Composite materials , Computers , Cylinders , Finite element analysis , Mesh generation

Construction of a CAD Model From 3D Homogenization Output

Anne L. Marsan, Deba Dutta

IDETC-CIE 1995; 133-140doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0018

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Topics: Algorithms , Computer-aided design , Construction , Engineering systems and industry applications , Finite element analysis , Topology

Geometric Modeling of a Moving Object With Self-Intersection

Zeng-Jia Hu, Zhi-Kui Ling

IDETC-CIE 1995; 141-148doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0019

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Topics: Geometric modeling , Generators , Algorithms , Cross section (Physics) , Fittings , Warping

Mold Tool Configuration to Minimize Undercuts

Marc Weinstein, Souran Manoochehri

IDETC-CIE 1995; 149-156doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0020

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Topics: Algorithms , Cavities

Decomposition and Multidisciplinary Based Design Optimization

A Genetic Algorithm for Scheduling and Decomposition of Multidisciplinary Design Problems

Stephen S. Altus, Ilan M. Kroo, Peter J. Gage

IDETC-CIE 1995; 157-164doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0021

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Computer software , Cycles , Optimization , Teams

Optimal Model-Based Decomposition of Powertrain System Design

Nestor F. Michelena, Panos Y. Papalambros

IDETC-CIE 1995; 165-172doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0022

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Topics: Design , Optimization

Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization of Discrete Problems Using Response Surface Methods

Jacob C. Korngold, Gary A. Gabriele

IDETC-CIE 1995; 173-180doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0023

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Topics: Optimization , Response surface methodology , Engineering disciplines , Algorithms , Approximation , Design , Manufacturing , Cycles , Multimedia , Sales

Concurrent Subspace Optimization Using Design Variable Sharing in a Distributed Computing Environment

Brett A. Wujek, John E. Renaud, Stephen M. Batill, Jay B. Brockman

IDETC-CIE 1995; 181-188doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0024

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Algorithms , Engineering disciplines , Approximation , Computer programming , Graphical user interfaces

Illustration of Bilevel Formulations in Concurrent Design Modeling

K. Badhrinath, J. R. Jagannatha Rao

IDETC-CIE 1995; 189-195doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0025

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Decision making , Manufacturing , Product development

A Two-Stage Sequential Approximation Method for Non-Linear Discrete-Variable Optimization

Yeh-Liang Hsu, Tzyh-Li Sun, Li-Hwang Leu

IDETC-CIE 1995; 197-202doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0026

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Topics: Approximation , Optimization , Linear programming , Algorithms , Computer programming , Design engineering

Rapid Prototyping

Thermal Design of Material Quality in Rapid Prototyping Techniques

Charalabos C. Doumanidis, Nikolaos Fourligkas

IDETC-CIE 1995; 203-209doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0027

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Topics: Design , Rapid prototyping , Computer simulation , Temperature distribution , Cycles , Design methodology , Electric arcs , Heat , Lasers , Manufacturing

Adaptive Slicing of Parametrizable Algebraic Surfaces for Layered Manufacturing

Prashant Kulkarni, Debasish Dutta

IDETC-CIE 1995; 211-217doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0028

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Topics: Algebra , Manufacturing

Exploratory Investigation of Layered Fabrication Applied to Construction Automation

Joseph Pegna

IDETC-CIE 1995; 219-226doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0029

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Topics: Construction , Manufacturing , Cements (Adhesives) , Bulk solids , Manufacturing industry , Materials processing , Rapid prototyping , Robotics

Experimental Developments Toward Multi-Material Micron Scale Rapid Prototyping

James L. Maxwell, Joseph Pegna

IDETC-CIE 1995; 227-231doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0030

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Topics: Rapid prototyping , Calibration , Carbon , Ceramics , Chemical vapor deposition , Computers , Degrees of freedom , Intermetallic compounds , Lasers , Metals

Shell Stiffening and Composites

Stiffened CFRP-Panels Under Buckling Loads: Modeling, Analysis, Optimization

Hans A. Eschenauer, Christof M. Weber

IDETC-CIE 1995; 233-239doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0031

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Topics: Buckling , Carbon reinforced plastics , Modeling analysis , Optimization , Stress , Computation , Plates (structures) , Composite materials , Design , Fibers

Optimal Layout of Shell Stiffeners With Frequency Design Considerations

Yong Fu, Hae Chang Gea

IDETC-CIE 1995; 241-248doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0032

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Topics: Design , Shells , Optimization , Topology , Computer programming , Eigenvalues , Materials properties , Oscillations

Methods of System Identification for Anisotropic Laminates

Carlo Cinquini, Claudia Mariani, Paolo Venini

IDETC-CIE 1995; 249-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0033

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Topics: Anisotropy , Laminates , Algorithms , Differential equations , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Excitation , Stress , Vibration

Micromechanical Modeling of Composites Fracture

V. Kobelev

IDETC-CIE 1995; 257-262doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0034

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Topics: Composite materials , Fracture (Materials) , Modeling , Stress , Fibers , Boundary-value problems , Deformation , Design , Fiber reinforced composites , Shapes

Manufacturing Issues in Design

Design for Manufacturability

Mohammed A. Azam, William P. Holmes

IDETC-CIE 1995; 263-270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0035

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Design for Manufacturing , Engineering design , Manufacturing , Product design , Students

Characterizing the Remanufacturability of Engineering Systems

Tony Amezquita, Rick Hammond, Marc Salazar, Bert Bras

IDETC-CIE 1995; 271-278doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0036

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Topics: Automobiles , Design , Doors , Engineering systems and industry applications , Recycling , Sanitary landfills

An Approach to Assembly Planning for Complex Products

Igor A. Mukhanov

IDETC-CIE 1995; 279-283doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0037

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Topics: Manufacturing , Production planning , Algorithms , Computation , Worm gears

The Use of Activity-Based Costing, Uncertainty, and Disassembly Action Charts in Demanufacture Cost Assessments

Bert Bras, Jan Emblemsvåg

IDETC-CIE 1995; 285-292doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0038

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Topics: Uncertainty , Computer simulation , Design , Manufacturing , Product design , Recycling , Simulation

Geometric Models for Tolerances

Slicing: A Procedure for Tolerance Evaluation of Manufactured Parts Using CMM Measurement Data

Yu Wang, Shilendra Gupta, Srinavas Rao

IDETC-CIE 1995; 293-300doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0039

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Topics: Coordinate measuring machines

Design of a Nanometric Position Sensor Based on Computational Metrology of the Circle

Joseph Pegna, Chi Guo, Thierry P. Hilaire

IDETC-CIE 1995; 301-308doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0040

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Topics: Computational metrology , Design , Sensors , Algorithms , Computational geometry , Computers , Diffraction patterns , Fittings , Interferometers , Metrology

Algebraic Representation of Geometric and Size Tolerances

S. H. Mullins, D. C. Anderson

IDETC-CIE 1995; 309-316doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0041

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Topics: Algebra , Design , Dimensional metrology , Modeling , Semantics , Tolerance analysis

Structural Design and Optimization

A Rapid Recursive Experimental Approach to Structure/Control Re-Design

Anton Pil, Haruhiko Asada

IDETC-CIE 1995; 317-322doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0042

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Topics: Design , Algorithms , Engineering prototypes , Mechanical structures , Mechatronic devices , Optimization , Parameter estimation , Simulation experiments , Structural reinforcement

Optimal Design of Coupled Structures Subjected to Random Excitation

Arun M. Sampath, C. Nataraj, H. Ashrafiuon

IDETC-CIE 1995; 323-330doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0043

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Topics: Design , Random excitation , Excitation , White noise , Damping , Stiffness , Discrete systems , Dynamic systems , Optimization , Spectral energy distribution

A Two Level Parallel Evolution Strategy for Solving Mixed-Discrete Structural Optimization Problems

Georg Thierauf, Jianbo Cai

IDETC-CIE 1995; 331-336doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0044

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Topics: Structural optimization , Design , Computers , Optimization

Computer Aided Analysis of Functional Couplings in Structural Axiomatic Design

H. L. Johannesson

IDETC-CIE 1995; 337-343doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0045

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Couplings , Design , Product design , Computers , Design theory , Modeling , Tree (Data structure) , User interfaces

Uncertainty in Mechanical Design

Optimal Tolerance Band and Manufacturing Target for Monotonic Loss Functions With Functional Limits

Rikard Söderberg

IDETC-CIE 1995; 345-352doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0046

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Topics: Manufacturing , Dimensions , Chain , Journal bearings , Tradeoffs

Comparison of Assembly Tolerance Analysis by the Direct Linearization and Modified Monte Carlo Simulation Methods

Jinsong Gao, Kenneth W. Chase, Spencer P. Magleby

IDETC-CIE 1995; 353-360doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0047

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Topics: Manufacturing , Simulation , Tolerance analysis , Kinematics , Dimensions , Matrix algebra

Approximation and Derivatives of Probability Functions in Probabilistic Structural Analysis and Design

K. Marti

IDETC-CIE 1995; 361-368doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0048

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Probability , Structural analysis , Computation , Optimization , Stress , Collapse , Errors , Manufacturing

A Probabilistic Tolerance Allocation Method for Dynamic Mechanical Systems With Periodic Response and Discontinuous Forcing Functions

F. Zhang, B. J. Gilmore, A. Sinha

IDETC-CIE 1995; 369-376doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0049

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Cylinders , Design , Equations of motion , Errors , Internal combustion engines , Manufacturing , Optimization , Uncertainty

Shape and Topology Optimization

A Shape Annealing Approach to Optimal Truss Design With Dynamic Grouping of Members

Kristina Shea, Jonathan Cagan, Steven J. Fenves

IDETC-CIE 1995; 377-384doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0050

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Topics: Annealing , Design , Shapes , Trusses (Building) , Arches , Structural design , Topology , Tradeoffs

Structural Topology Optimization in Linear and Nonlinear Elasticity Using Genetic Algorithms

Couro Kane, François Jouve, Marc Schoenauer

IDETC-CIE 1995; 385-392doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0051

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Topics: Elasticity , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Topology , Stress , Cantilevers , Displacement , Plates (structures) , Weight (Mass)

Topology Optimization With Multiple Constraints

R. J. Yang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 393-398doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0052

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Topics: Optimization , Topology , Density , Design , Finite element analysis , Computer programming , Structural elements (Construction) , Structural response analysis , Weight (Mass)

An Algorithm for Automated Design Variable Selection in Structural Shape Optimization With Intrinsically Defined Geometry

James M. Widmann, Sheri D. Sheppard

IDETC-CIE 1995; 399-406doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0053

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Feature selection , Geometry , Shape optimization , Optimization , Shape design , Structural elements (Construction)

Robustness in Design

The Efficient Optimization of the Linear Variance Function

Sean Webb, Alan Parkinson

IDETC-CIE 1995; 407-414doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0054

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Topics: Optimization , Design , Fluid dynamics , Robustness , Valves

Robust Design of Square-to-Box Rolling of Steel Rods

Koji Yoshimura, Rajiv Shivpuri, Kosuke Ishii

IDETC-CIE 1995; 415-422doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0055

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Topics: Design , Rods , Steel , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Sensitivity analysis , Shapes , Simulation , Taguchi methods

Optimal Design of Mechanical Systems

An Improved Simulated Annealing Algorithm for Optimal Design

Sherif Aly, Madara M. Ogot, Richard Pelz

IDETC-CIE 1995; 423-429doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0056

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Simulated annealing , Computation , Optimization algorithms , Switches

Synthesis of Optimal Non-Orthogonal Routes

Simon Szykman, Jonathan Cagan

IDETC-CIE 1995; 431-438doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0057

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Topics: Aerospace industry , Algorithms , Design , Ducts , Engineering systems and industry applications , Optimization , Optimization algorithms , Pipes , Simulated annealing , Wire

Guidelines for Reporting Engineering Optimization Results

Todd J. Beltracchi

IDETC-CIE 1995; 439-446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0058

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Topics: Optimization , Testing , Computer software

A New Algorithm for Combinatorial Optimization

M. H. Gadallah, H. A. ElMaraghy

IDETC-CIE 1995; 447-454doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0059

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Optimization

Fuzziness and Imprecision in Design Optimization

A Fuzzy Sequential Linear Programming Algorithm for Engineering Design Optimization

Yeh-Liang Hsu, Yu-Fa Lin, Yu-Shuei Guo

IDETC-CIE 1995; 455-462doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0060

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Topics: Algorithms , Engineering design , Linear programming , Optimization , Optimization algorithms , Control equipment , Control systems , Design , Fuzzy set theory

A Study on Optimum Design Using Fuzzy Numbers As Design Variables

Masao Arakawa, Hiroshi Yamakawa

IDETC-CIE 1995; 463-470doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0061

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Topics: Design , Optimization

Optimization Methods for Calculating Design Imprecision

William S. Law, Erik K. Antonsson

IDETC-CIE 1995; 471-476doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0062

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Experimental design , Mathematics , Preferences

Four-Bar Linkage Synthesis Methods for Two Precision Positions Combined With N Quasi-Positions

John A. Mirth

IDETC-CIE 1995; 477-484doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0063

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Topics: Linkages , Circuits , Design , Optimization

Robust and Object Oriented Design and Optimization Methods

Integration of the Response Surface Methodology With the Compromise Decision Support Problem in Developing a General Robust Design Procedure

Wei Chen, Kwok-Leung Tsui, Janet K. Allen, Farrokh Mistree

IDETC-CIE 1995; 485-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0064

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Topics: Design , Response surface methodology , Noise factors , Experimental design , Irrigation (Agriculture) , Optimization , Solar power

Design-in-Modularity With Conceptual Robustness

Tzyy-Shuh Chang, Allen C. Ward

IDETC-CIE 1995; 493-500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0065

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Topics: Design , Robustness , Noise (Sound) , Design methodology , Engineering disciplines

Mixed Variable Optimization Using Taguchi’s Orthogonal Arrays

H.-W. Chi, C. L. Bloebaum

IDETC-CIE 1995; 501-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0066

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Structural optimization , Weight (Mass)

An Object-Oriented Approach to the Engineering Design Process

Tapio Korpela, Ari Heikkinen, Tatu Leinonen

IDETC-CIE 1995; 509-514doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0067

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Engineering design processes , Flexible manufacturing systems , Gears , Machine design , Manufacturing

Layout Design and Optimzation

A Framework for Component Layout and Geometry Design of Mechanical Systems: Configuration Network and its Viewing Control

Kikuo Fujita, Shinsuke Akagi

IDETC-CIE 1995; 515-522doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0068

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Topics: Design , Geometry , Air conditioners , Computer programming , Design methodology , Optimization

A Heuristic Method for Two-Dimensional Layout Problems

Xiong Zhang, Ji Zhou

IDETC-CIE 1995; 523-527doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0069

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Topics: Computers , Dimensions , Shipbuilding

PCB Layout Design Using a Genetic Algorithm

Sakait Jain, Hae Chang Gea

IDETC-CIE 1995; 529-536doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0070

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Printed circuit boards , Heat

Geared Mechanical Systems

Computerized Design and Generation of Cycloidal Gearing

Faydor L. Litvin, Pin-Hao Feng

IDETC-CIE 1995; 537-543doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0071

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Topics: Design , Computer software , Engines , Geometry , Pumps , Rotors , Screws

Kinematic Analysis of Epicyclic-Type Transmission Mechanisms Using the Concept of Fundamental Geared Entities

Hsin-I Hsieh, Lung-Wen Tsai

IDETC-CIE 1995; 545-552doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0072

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Kinematics , Planetary gears

The Preliminary Design of Mechanical Drive and Transmission Components

Jung-Hua Yeh, F. W. Liou

IDETC-CIE 1995; 553-560doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0073

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Topics: Design , Mechanical drives , Transmission parts , Algorithms

Computerized Design and Generation of a Helical Gear Drive in Substitution of a Worm-Gear Drive

Faydor L. Litvin, David H. Kim

IDETC-CIE 1995; 561-568doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0074

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Topics: Design , Helical gears , Worm gears , Computer software , Cutting , Geometry , Grinding , Mechanical drives , Wheels

Kinematics and Forces of Power Transmission Systems

Determination of Maximum Possible Contact Ratios for Spur Gear Drives With Small Number of Teeth

M. A. Sahir Arikan

IDETC-CIE 1995; 569-576doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0075

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Topics: Spur gears , Gears , Geometry , Mechanical drives

Computerized Design and Simulation of Meshing of Worm-Gear Drive With Longitudinally Localized Bearing Contact

Faydor L. Litvin, I. H. Seol, K. Kim

IDETC-CIE 1995; 577-584doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0076

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Topics: Bearings , Design , Simulation , Worm gears , Computer software , Errors

Kinematic Analysis of Tendon Driven Mechanisms Using Signal Flow Graphs

M. Chew, J. Escobedo-Torres, R. Huerta-Ochoa

IDETC-CIE 1995; 585-591doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0077

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Kinematic analysis , Signals , Tendons , Construction , Control systems , Dynamic analysis , Kinematics

Dynamic Force and Torque Analysis of a Spherical Four-Bar Mechanism

J. R. Dooley

IDETC-CIE 1995; 593-599doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0078

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Topics: Approximation , Dynamic analysis , Elasticity , Errors , Linkages , Torque

Finite Element and Mechanical Design

Finite Element Analysis and Design of a Trochoidal-Type Machine Without Apex Seals

Kannan Venkatesh, John B. Shung

IDETC-CIE 1995; 601-607doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0079

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Topics: Design , Finite element analysis , Machinery , Clearances (Engineering) , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Rotors , Universe

Finite Element Dynamic Modeling of Elastic Beam With Prismatic Joint

B. O. Al-Bedoor, Y. A. Khulief

IDETC-CIE 1995; 609-616doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0080

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Topics: Dynamic modeling , Finite element analysis , Dynamic models , Boundary-value problems , Deformation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Multibody dynamics , Rigid-body mechanisms , Stiffness , Transition metals

Finite Element Incremental Approach and Exact Rigid Body Inertia

A. A. Shabana

IDETC-CIE 1995; 617-623doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0081

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Inertia (Mechanics) , Shapes , Rotation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Errors , Multibody systems , Newton's laws of motion , Plates (structures) , Rotational inertia

Optimal Geometric Design of Robot Manipulator Link Shapes

Q. Tu, J. Rastegar

IDETC-CIE 1995; 625-631doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0082

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Topics: Design , Manipulators , Shapes , Space , Geometry , Computers , End effectors , Monte Carlo methods , Robots

Workspaces and Link Interferences

Interference Distance Calculation for Two Objects Bounded by Quadratic Surfaces

Inna Sharf, Meyer Nahon

IDETC-CIE 1995; 633-641doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0083

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Topics: Algorithms , Multibody dynamics , Nonlinear programming , Optimization , Quadratic programming , Robotics , Shrinkage (Materials)

Computer Aided Collision Control Using Extended Octree Representations

Zhuojun Bao

IDETC-CIE 1995; 643-649doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0084

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Topics: Collisions (Physics) , Computer-aided engineering , Octrees , Manufacturing , Robotics

Domains of Interference Between Working Bodies in Mechanisms and Manipulators

Edward J. Haug, Frederick A. Adkins, Chi-Mei Luh, Jia-Yi Wang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 651-658doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0085

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Topics: Manipulators , Equations of motion , Domes (Structural elements) , Flight , Numerical analysis , Vehicles

Geometric Design of Smooth Composite Ruled Surface Strips Using Dual Spherical Geometry

Q. J. Ge, Donglai Kang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 659-664doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0086

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Topics: Composite materials , Design , Geometry , Strips , Algorithms , Construction , Image segmentation

Workspace Definitions and Verification

Parametric Continuity and Smooth Motion Interpolation

Lakshmi N. Srinivasan, Q. J. Ge

IDETC-CIE 1995; 665-672doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0087

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Topics: Algorithms , Composite materials , Computer-aided design , Computer-aided engineering , Design , Interpolation , Robotics , Splines , Trajectories (Physics)

Operational Envelopes for Working Bodies of Mechanisms and Manipulators

Edward J. Haug, Frederick A. Adkins, Chi-Mei Luh

IDETC-CIE 1995; 673-679doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0088

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Topics: Manipulators , Domes (Structural elements) , Kinematics , Numerical analysis , Shapes

Automated Generation of Fixture Configuration Design

Yong Bai, Yiming (Kevin) Rong

IDETC-CIE 1995; 681-688doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0089

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Topics: Design , Fixturing , Flexible manufacturing systems , Algorithms , Computer-aided engineering , Computer-integrated manufacturing , Engineering prototypes , Manufacturing

Simulation of Automated Robotic Assembly

Alec R. Miller, Raymond J. Cipra

IDETC-CIE 1995; 689-696doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0090

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Topics: Robotic assembly , Simulation , Manufacturing , Robots , Computer software , Conveyor systems , Education , Graphical user interfaces , Manufacturing systems , Robotics

Workspace and Trajectory Analysis

Analysis of Barriers to Control of Manipulators Within Accessible Output Sets

Edward J. Haug, Frederick A. Adkins, Chaoxin Charles Qiu, Jeng Yen

IDETC-CIE 1995; 697-704doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0091

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Topics: Manipulators , Approximation , Algorithms , Chain , Eigenvalues , Position control

Kinematic Analysis on Running Clearance in a Trochoidal-Type Machine

John B. Shung, Yi Zhang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 705-712doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0092

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Topics: Clearances (Engineering) , Kinematic analysis , Machinery , Design , Kinematics , Rotors

Trajectory Generation for High-Speed Machinery With Minimal Residual Vibration Using Low-Harmonic Rational Curves

Q. J. Ge, J. Rastegar

IDETC-CIE 1995; 713-718doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0093

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Topics: Machinery , Trajectories (Physics) , Vibration , Algorithms , Design , Excitation , Splines

Mathematical Model for Kinematic Analysis of Working Coordinates of General Mechanisms

J. Y. Wang, H. J. Yeh, T. C. Lin, J. K. Wu

IDETC-CIE 1995; 719-726doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0094

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Design , Jacobian matrices , Manipulators

Deformation of Components on Mechanical Systems

Dynamic Frictional Contact of Rubber-Like Bodies

Gwidon Szefer, Dorota Jasińska

IDETC-CIE 1995; 727-732doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0095

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Topics: Deformation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Rubber , Bearings , Boundary-value problems , Friction , Stick-slip , Stress

Application of Bond Graphs in Rectilinear Modelling of Lumped Parameter Torsional Vibratory Systems

Kazem Abhary

IDETC-CIE 1995; 733-740doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0096

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Topics: Damping , Modeling

Modelling Hard Stops and Joint Clearances in Multibody Systems

A. Mehra, S. Shivaswamy, H. M. Lankarani

IDETC-CIE 1995; 741-748doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0097

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Topics: Absorption , Aircraft , Gears , Geometry , Impulse (Physics) , Kinematics , Modeling , Momentum , Multibody systems

Contact Stress Analysis in Ball Screw Mechanism Using the Tubular Medial Axis Representation of Contacting Surfaces

Huai-Te T. Huang, Bahram Ravani

IDETC-CIE 1995; 749-756doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0098

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Topics: Screws , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Bearings , Deformation , Design engineering , Geometry , Stress , Thread

Parallel Manipulator Systems

A Geometric Inspection of Two 3-R Robots Manipulating a Four-Bar Linkage Payload: The Velocity Problems

Keith G. Mattson, Gordon R. Pennock

IDETC-CIE 1995; 757-764doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0099

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Topics: Inspection , Linkages , Robots , Jacobian matrices , Kinematics , Design

A Parallel, Four Degree-of-Freedom Robotic Wrist

Robert J. Salerno, Stephen L. Canfield, Anthony J. Ganino, Charles F. Reinholtz

IDETC-CIE 1995; 765-771doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0100

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Robotics , Kinematics , Weight (Mass) , Construction , Design , Displacement , Mechanical admittance , Patents , Real-time control

Placement Analysis for a Class of Platform Manipulators

Zhiming Ji

IDETC-CIE 1995; 773-779doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0101

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Topics: Manipulators , Algorithms , Optimization

Dexterity of Manipulators at an Operating Point

Karim A. Abdelmalek

IDETC-CIE 1995; 781-788doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0102

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Topics: Manipulators , Cylinders , End effectors

Walking Machines

Mechanical Design of a Non-Overconstrained Walking Machine

E. Fichter, B. Fichter

IDETC-CIE 1995; 789-794doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0103

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Topics: Design engineering , Legged locomotion , Algorithms , Force control , Kinematics

Energy Recovery Systems in a Bipedal Walking Robot

S. Dhandapani, M. M. Ogot

IDETC-CIE 1995; 795-802doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0104

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Topics: Actuators , Dampers , Design , Energy consumption , Energy resources , Engineering simulation , Heat recovery , Legged locomotion , Machinery , Robots

A Method for Designing Ball Wheels for Omnidirectional Vehicles

Mark West, Haruhiko Asada

IDETC-CIE 1995; 803-809doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0105

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Topics: Design , Vehicles , Wheels , Tires , Rollers , Degrees of freedom , Engineering prototypes , Kinematics , Position control , Traction

Multiobjective Optimization of a Leg Mechanism With Various Spring Configurations for Force Reduction

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

IDETC-CIE 1995; 811-818doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0106

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Topics: Pareto optimization , Springs , Torque , Design , Dimensions , Optimization , Cycles , Degrees of freedom , Tradeoffs

Mechanism Design

Mass Moment of Inertia of External Geneva Wheels

Bijan Sepahpour, Ian S. Fischer

IDETC-CIE 1995; 819-824doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0107

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Topics: Inertia (Mechanics) , Wheels , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Indexing (Machining)

On the Design of Spatial 4C Mechanisms for Rigid-Body Guidance Through 4 Positions

Pierre M. Larochelle

IDETC-CIE 1995; 825-832doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0108

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Topics: Design , Kinematics

A Linkage Type Map for Spherical 4 Position Synthesis

Andrew P. Murray, J. Michael McCarthy

IDETC-CIE 1995; 833-838doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0109

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Topics: Linkages

On Computing Exact Gradients for Rigid Body Guidance Using Screw Parameters

James E. Bobrow, Frank C. Park

IDETC-CIE 1995; 839-844doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0110

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Optimization algorithms , Screws

Closed-Form Synthesis of Force-Generating Planar Four-Bar Linkages

R. Randall Soper, Michael Scardina, Paul Tidwell, Charles Reinholtz, Michael A. Lo Presti

IDETC-CIE 1995; 845-851doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0111

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Topics: Linkages , Weight (Mass) , Design , Generators , Torque

A New Algorithm for the Determination of the Workspace of Complex Planar Kinematic Chains

Pascal Lê-Huu, Clément M. Gosselin

IDETC-CIE 1995; 853-860doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0112

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Topics: Algorithms , Kinematic chains , Manipulators , Kinematics , Topology

Branching and Immovable Configurations

Jennifer E. Holte, Thomas R. Chase

IDETC-CIE 1995; 861-866doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0113

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Topics: Circuits , Linkages , Uncertainty

A Complex Number Approach to the Generation of the Cubic of Stationary Curvature

L. G. Johnson, T. R. Chase

IDETC-CIE 1995; 867-874doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0114

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Topics: Linkages

Analysis and Design of Mechanical Systems

Adaptive Synthesis of Hydraulic Circuits From Design Cases Based on Functional Structure

Kikuo Fujita, Shinsuke Akagi, Makoto Sasaki

IDETC-CIE 1995; 875-882doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0115

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Topics: Design , Hydraulic circuits , Circuits , Simulation , Conceptual design , Design methodology

Numerical Kinematic Analysis of the Motor-Vehicle Multi-Link Suspension System

Maher G. Mohamed, Hazem A. Attia

IDETC-CIE 1995; 883-889doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0116

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Motor vehicles , Suspension systems , Algorithms , Kinematics , Mathematics , Numerical analysis , Wheels

An Inverse Dynamic Model of a Spherical Electrohydraulic Actuator for Use in a Dexterous Mechanical Hand

Shikha Sharma, Madara M. Ogot

IDETC-CIE 1995; 891-898doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0117

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Topics: Actuators , Dynamic models , Mechanical hands , Degrees of freedom , Energy dissipation , Pressure , Torque , Yaw

Survey of Active Truss Modules

Robert L. Williams, II

IDETC-CIE 1995; 899-906doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0118

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Topics: Trusses (Building) , Design , Manipulators

Dynamic Non-Interference Constraints in Goal-Directed Geometry

Stewart Coulter, Bert Bras, David Rosen

IDETC-CIE 1995; 907-914doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0119

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Topics: Geometry , Design , Computer-aided design , Engineering models , Linkages , Optimization , Pareto optimization

Pipe Self-Reinforcing Outlets: Nonlinear Analysis Towards Rational Design

Claudio Carino, Fabio Carli, Carlo Cinquini, Mauro Gobbi

IDETC-CIE 1995; 915-922doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0120

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Topics: Design , Pipes , Accounting , Computer simulation , Computer software , Finite element analysis , Mesh generation , Pipelines , Reliability , Resolution (Optics)

Probabilistic Design of High Temperature Components Subjected to Low Cycle Fatigue Loads

Ronald Pigott

IDETC-CIE 1995; 923-930doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0121

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Topics: Design , High temperature , Low cycle fatigue , Stress , Creep , Failure , Probability , Reliability , Risk , Safety engineering

On the Classification of Automatic Tool Changers for Machining Centers

Hong-Sen Yan, Chih-Wen Yiou, Fu-Chen Chen, Paul Chang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 931-936doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0122

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Topics: Machining centers , Grasping

Manipulator Motion Planning

Sequential Roundoff for Improving Robot Position Accuracy

Zhiming Ji

IDETC-CIE 1995; 937-942doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0123

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Topics: Robots , Kinematics , Errors , End effectors , Numerical analysis

On Inverse Kinematics of a Rolling Disk Between Two Manipulators

Zhongming Liang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 943-950doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0124

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Topics: Disks , Kinematics , Manipulators , Inverse problems

A Comparison of Architectures of Parallel Mechanisms for Workspace and Kinematic Properties

Clement M. Gosselin, Rémi Ricard, Meyer A. Nahon

IDETC-CIE 1995; 951-958doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0125

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Topics: Architecture , Kinematics , Parallel mechanisms , Manipulators , Optimization , Computer-aided design , Design , Kinematic analysis , Stiffness

Analysis of Interference Zone for Dual-Arm Robots

Li Ju Xu, Qiang Wang, Jin Yao, Xiao Yu An

IDETC-CIE 1995; 959-964doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0126

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Topics: Robots , Shapes

Applications of Kinematics

A Real Time Solution to the Forward Kinematic Problem of a General Spherical Three-Degree-of-Freedom Parallel Manipulator

Roger Boudreau

IDETC-CIE 1995; 965-971doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0127

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Topics: Kinematics , Manipulators , Databases , Computation , Errors , Polynomials

On the Optimal Robot Manipulator Motion Planning for Solid Freeform Fabrication by Thermal Spraying

J. Rastegar, Y. Qin, Q. Tu

IDETC-CIE 1995; 973-978doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0128

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Topics: Manipulators , Metal spraying , Path planning , Stereolithography , Computer simulation , Geometry , Materials properties , Sprays

Design and Analysis of the Selective Compliance Device for Stacking Machine

Sun-Lai Chang

IDETC-CIE 1995; 979-984doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0129

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Topics: Design , Machinery , Corners (Structural elements) , Dimensions , Feedforward control , Force control , Linkages , Materials handling , Optimization , Rotation

Inverse Kinematics of Serial Redundant Manipulators With Locked Articulations

Louis Perreault, Clément M. Gosselin

IDETC-CIE 1995; 985-992doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1995-0130

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Topics: Kinematics , Redundant manipulators , Manipulators , Algorithms

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