Topics: Design , Engineering design , Engineering prototypes , Engineering teachers , Engineers , Students , Teams , Testing , Workshops (Work spaces) , Design education

Research Papers

Automated Conceptual Design of Mechanisms Using Improved Morphological Matrix

Yong Chen, Peien Feng, Bin He, Zhonquin Lin, Youbai Xie

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 516–526. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2180807

Abstract

View articletitled, Automated Conceptual Design of Mechanisms Using Improved Morphological Matrix

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Topics: Conceptual design , Design , Engineering prototypes

Optimal Subassembly Partitioning of Space Frame Structures for In-Process Dimensional Adjustability and Stiffness

Naesung Lyu, Byungwoo Lee, Kazuhiro Saitou

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 527–535. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181599

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimal Subassembly Partitioning of Space Frame Structures for In-Process Dimensional Adjustability and Stiffness

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Optimization , Space frame structures , Stiffness , Topology , Springs , Dimensions , Aluminum , Finite element analysis

A Topology Optimization Problem in Control of Structures Using Modal Disparity

A. R. Diaz, R. Mukherjee

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 536–541. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181603

Abstract

View articletitled, A Topology Optimization Problem in Control of Structures Using Modal Disparity

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Topics: Cables , Optimization , Topology , Stress , Tension , Stiffness

An Instant Center Approach Toward the Conceptual Design of Compliant Mechanisms

Charles J. Kim, Sridhar Kota, Yong-Mo Moon

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 542–550. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181992

Abstract

View articletitled, An Instant Center Approach Toward the Conceptual Design of Compliant Mechanisms

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Topics: Blocks (Building materials) , Compliant mechanisms , Conceptual design , Design , Optimization , Kinematics , Geometry

Shape and Size Synthesis of Compliant Mechanisms Using Wide Curve Theory

Hong Zhou, Kwun-Lon Ting

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 551–558. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2180809

Abstract

View articletitled, Shape and Size Synthesis of Compliant Mechanisms Using Wide Curve Theory

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Shapes , Topology , Optimization , Design

Shape Optimization of Flexible Robotic Manipulators

U. S. Dixit, R. Kumar, S. K. Dwivedy

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 559–565. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181606

Abstract

View articletitled, Shape Optimization of Flexible Robotic Manipulators

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Topics: Deflection , Flexible manipulators , Manipulators , Optimization , Shape optimization , Shapes , Finite element analysis , Dynamic response

Optimal Contact Force Distribution for Multi-Limbed Robots

Dennis W. Hong, Raymond J. Cipra

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 566–573. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2179462

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimal Contact Force Distribution for Multi-Limbed Robots

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Topics: Friction , Optimization , Robots , Robotics

Using CAD Variation Geometry and Analytic Approach for Solving Kinematics of a Novel 3-SPU/3-SPU Parallel Manipulator

Yi Lu

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 574–580. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181993

Abstract

View articletitled, Using CAD Variation Geometry and Analytic Approach for Solving Kinematics of a Novel 3-SPU/3-SPU Parallel Manipulator

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Topics: Manipulators , Simulation , Computer-aided design

Linear Property of the Screw Surface of the Spatial RPRP Linkage

Chintien Huang, Han-Tsung Tu

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 581–586. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181602

Abstract

View articletitled, Linear Property of the Screw Surface of the Spatial RPRP Linkage

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Topics: Linkages , Screws

A Study of the Duality Between Planar Kinematics and Statics

Offer Shai, Gordon R. Pennock

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 587–598. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181600

Abstract

View articletitled, A Study of the Duality Between Planar Kinematics and Statics

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Topics: Kinematics , Linkages , Statics , Theorems (Mathematics) , Trusses (Building)

Finding Dead-Point Positions of Planar Pin-Connected Linkages Through Graph Theoretical Duality Principle

O. Shai, I. Polansky

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 599–609. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2179461

Abstract

View articletitled, Finding Dead-Point Positions of Planar Pin-Connected Linkages Through Graph Theoretical Duality Principle

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Topics: Linkages , Trusses (Building)

Error Analysis and Compensation for Meshing Contact of Toroidal Drives

Ligang Yao, Jian S. Dai, Guowu Wei

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 610–617. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2179460

Abstract

View articletitled, Error Analysis and Compensation for Meshing Contact of Toroidal Drives

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Topics: Error analysis , Errors , Gears , Worm gears , Rollers , Error compensation

Power Loss Predictions in Geared Transmissions Using Thermal Networks-Applications to a Six-Speed Manual Gearbox

C. Changenet, X. Oviedo-Marlot, P. Velex

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 618–625. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181601

Abstract

View articletitled, Power Loss Predictions in Geared Transmissions Using Thermal Networks-Applications to a Six-Speed Manual Gearbox

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Topics: Friction , Gears , Manual transmissions , Mechanical drives , Temperature , Torque , Rolling bearings , Bearings , Die cutting , Shearing (Deformation)

Tooth Influence on Flexural and Torsional Flexibility, and Model Tooth Number Prediction for Optimum Dynamic Simulation of Wide-Faced Spur Gears

Raynald Guilbault

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 626–633. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2180808

Abstract

View articletitled, Tooth Influence on Flexural and Torsional Flexibility, and Model Tooth Number Prediction for Optimum Dynamic Simulation of Wide-Faced Spur Gears

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Topics: Errors , Gears , Spur gears , Simulation

Undercutting and Contact Characteristics of Cylindrical Gears With Curvilinear Shaped Teeth Generated by Hobbing

Jui-Tang Tseng, Chung-Biau Tsay

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 634–643. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181605

Abstract

View articletitled, Undercutting and Contact Characteristics of Cylindrical Gears With Curvilinear Shaped Teeth Generated by Hobbing

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Topics: Gears

Technical Briefs

Design of Lightweight Lead Screw Actuators for Wearable Robotic Applications

Kevin W. Hollander, Thomas G. Sugar

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 644–648. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181995

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of Lightweight Lead Screw Actuators for Wearable Robotic Applications

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Screws , Weight (Mass) , Robotics , Motors

An Approach to Identify Joint Motions for Dynamically Stable Walking

Abhishek Agrawal, Sunil K. Agrawal

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 649–653. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181996

Abstract

View articletitled, An Approach to Identify Joint Motions for Dynamically Stable Walking

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Topics: Center of mass , Dynamic models , Friction , Kinematics , Stability , Robots , Dynamic stability , Simulation , Degrees of freedom , Legged locomotion

A Closed-Form Solution to the Crank Position Corresponding to the Maximum Velocity of the Slider in a Centric Slider-Crank Mechanism

W. J. Zhang, Q. Li

J. Mech. Des. May 2006, 128(3): 654–656. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2181997

Abstract

View articletitled, A Closed-Form Solution to the Crank Position Corresponding to the Maximum Velocity of the Slider in a Centric Slider-Crank Mechanism

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Topics: Kinematics , Product design , Theorems (Mathematics) , Engines , Errors , Machinery , Machine design , Numerical analysis

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Automated Conceptual Design of Mechanisms Using Improved Morphological Matrix

Optimal Subassembly Partitioning of Space Frame Structures for In-Process Dimensional Adjustability and Stiffness

A Topology Optimization Problem in Control of Structures Using Modal Disparity

An Instant Center Approach Toward the Conceptual Design of Compliant Mechanisms

Shape and Size Synthesis of Compliant Mechanisms Using Wide Curve Theory

Shape Optimization of Flexible Robotic Manipulators

Optimal Contact Force Distribution for Multi-Limbed Robots

Using CAD Variation Geometry and Analytic Approach for Solving Kinematics of a Novel 3-SPU/3-SPU Parallel Manipulator

Linear Property of the Screw Surface of the Spatial RPRP Linkage

A Study of the Duality Between Planar Kinematics and Statics

Finding Dead-Point Positions of Planar Pin-Connected Linkages Through Graph Theoretical Duality Principle

Error Analysis and Compensation for Meshing Contact of Toroidal Drives

Power Loss Predictions in Geared Transmissions Using Thermal Networks-Applications to a Six-Speed Manual Gearbox

Tooth Influence on Flexural and Torsional Flexibility, and Model Tooth Number Prediction for Optimum Dynamic Simulation of Wide-Faced Spur Gears

Undercutting and Contact Characteristics of Cylindrical Gears With Curvilinear Shaped Teeth Generated by Hobbing

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Design of Lightweight Lead Screw Actuators for Wearable Robotic Applications

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