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Topics: Cylinders , Pistons , Sliding mode control , Actuators , Control equipment , Needles , Robots , Biological tissues , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics)

A Virtual-Cam Control Methodology for Free-Piston Engines

Chao Yong, Eric J. Barth

DSCC 2011; 53-60doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5988

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Topics: Engines , Pistons , Cycles , Valves , Adaptive control , Cams , Energy resources , Exhaust systems , Fuels , Internal combustion engines

Design and Control of a Compact and Flexible Pneumatic Artificial Muscle Actuation System: Part Two—Robust Control

Sai-Kit Wu, Garrett Waycaster, Tad Driver, Xiangrong Shen

DSCC 2011; 61-67doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6068

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Topics: Design , Muscle , Robust control , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Pressure , Servomechanisms , Actuators , Control equipment , Dynamic models , Flow (Dynamics)

Active Compressor Surge Control Using Piston Actuation

Nur Uddin, Jan Tommy Gravdahl

DSCC 2011; 69-76doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6113

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Topics: Compressors , Pistons , Surges , Feedback , Closed loop systems , Control equipment , Eigenvalues , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure

Simulation and Experimental Analysis of a Portable Powered Ankle-Foot Orthosis Control

Yifan Li, K. Alex Shorter, Elizabeth T. Hsiao-Wecksler, Timothy Bretl

DSCC 2011; 77-84doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6119

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Topics: Experimental analysis , Orthotics , Simulation , Hardware , Solenoids , Torque , Valves , Design , Fluids , Modeling

Position-Mode Haptic-Based Control of Teleoperated Hydraulic Actuators

Kurosh Zarei-nia, Nariman Sepehri

DSCC 2011; 85-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6139

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Topics: Haptics , Hydraulic actuators , Actuators , Control equipment , Stability , Displacement , Errors , Theorems (Mathematics)

Force Control of Pneumatic Actuators Utilizing a New Pressure Estimation Technique

Tad Driver, Xiangrong Shen

DSCC 2011; 93-98doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6145

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Topics: Force control , Pneumatic actuators , Pressure , Control equipment , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Pneumatic cylinders

Simultaneous Optimization of Supervisory Control and Gear Shift Logic for a Parallel Hydraulic Hybrid Refuse Truck Using Stochastic Dynamic Programming

Rajit Johri, Simon Baseley, Zoran Filipi

DSCC 2011; 99-106doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6172

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Topics: Dynamic programming , Gears , Optimization , Solid wastes , Trucks

Passivity Based Nonlinear Control of Hydraulic Actuators Based on an Euler-Lagrange Formulation

Perry Y. Li, Meng Wang

DSCC 2011; 107-114doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6197

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Topics: Hydraulic actuators , Pressure , Compressibility , Errors , Storage , Actuators , Bulk modulus , Dynamic models , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Feedback

Efficiency

Study on Working Characteristics of Expansion Energy Used Booster

Yan Shi, Maolin Cai

DSCC 2011; 115-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5907

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Topics: Compressed air , Flow (Dynamics) , High pressure (Physics) , Optimization , Pressure , Simulation

Energy Efficient Variable Pressure Valve-Controlled Hydraulic Actuation

Marco Scopesi, Andrew Plummer, Can Du

DSCC 2011; 121-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5989

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Topics: Pressure , Valves , Flow (Dynamics) , Pumps , Control equipment , Servomechanisms , Actuators , Computer simulation , Displacement , Dynamic response

Optimal Control for the Series-Parallel Displacement Controlled Hydraulic Hybrid Excavator

Joshua Zimmerman, Rohit Hippalgaonkar, Monika Ivantysynova

DSCC 2011; 129-136doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5996

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Topics: Displacement , Optimal control , Trenching machinery , Cycles , Actuators , Fuel consumption , Algorithms , Dynamic programming , System architecture , Trucks

A Comparative Study of Permanent Magnet Linear Alternator and Hydraulic Free-Piston Engines

Ali Sadighi, Ke Li, Zongxuan Sun

DSCC 2011; 137-144doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6041

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Topics: Engines , Permanent magnets , Pistons , Compression , Homogeneous charge compression ignition engines , Hydraulic pumps , Combustion , Combustion chambers , Cylinders , Electricity (Physics)

Optimal Efficiency-Power Tradeoff for an Air Motor/Compressor With Volume Varying Heat Transfer Capability

Andrew T. Rice, Perry Y. Li

DSCC 2011; 145-152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6076

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Topics: Compressors , Engines , Heat transfer , Motors , Tradeoffs , Compressed air , Compression , Energy storage , Heat transfer coefficients , Optimization

Modeling and Validation of Free-Piston Stirling Engines Using Impedance Controlled Hardware-in-the-Loop

Mark E. Hofacker, John M. Tucker, Eric J. Barth

DSCC 2011; 153-160doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6105

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Topics: Hardware , Modeling , Pistons , Stirling engines , Engines , Poles (Building) , Actuators , Oscillations , Sensors

Nonlinear Control of Variable Speed Wind Turbines With Switching Across Operating Regimes

Tuhin Das, Greg Semrau, Sigitas Rimkus

DSCC 2011; 161-167doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6142

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Topics: Wind turbines , Wind velocity , Arches , Closed loop systems , Control equipment , Equilibrium (Physics) , Nonlinear systems , Stability , Turbulence

Hydraulic Cylinder Velocity Control With Energy Recovery: A Comparative Simulation Study

Ned A. Troxel, Bin Yao

DSCC 2011; 169-176doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6192

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Topics: Energy recovery , Hydraulic cylinders , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Control equipment , Cylinders , Design , Heat recovery , Hydraulic accumulators

Pumps

Numerical Study Optimal Timing of the Axial Piston Pump

Shusen Zhang, Noah D. Manring, Viral S. Mehta

DSCC 2011; 177-184doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5901

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Topics: Pistons , Pumps , Delays , Pressure , Design , Dimensional analysis , Engineering teachers , Kinematics , Tradeoffs

An E/H Control Design for a Hydraulic Variable Displacement Axial Piston Motor

Hongliu Du

DSCC 2011; 185-192doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5968

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Topics: Design , Displacement , Motors , Pistons , Uncertainty , Algorithms , Stability , Theoretical analysis , Trajectories (Physics)

Surface Deformations Enable High Pressure Operation of Axial Piston Pumps

Matteo Pelosi, Monika Ivantysynova

DSCC 2011; 193-200doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5979

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Topics: Deformation , High pressure (Physics) , Pistons , Pumps , Cylinders , Fluid films , Pressure , Computer simulation , Design , Machinery

High-Speed 4-Way Rotary On/Off Valve for Virtually Variable Displacement Pump/Motor Applications

Haink C. Tu, Michael B. Rannow, Meng Wang, Perry Y. Li, Thomas R. Chase, Kai Loon Cheong

DSCC 2011; 201-208doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6109

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Topics: Displacement , Motors , Pumps , Valves , Cycles , Engines , Vehicles , Corporate average fuel economy , Design , Fuel efficiency

Control Education

A Miniature and Low-Cost Robotic Fish for Ethorobotics Research and Engineering Education: I—Bioinspired Design

Vladislav Kopman, Maurizio Porfiri

DSCC 2011; 209-216doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6005

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Topics: Biomimetics , Design , Engineering education , Robotics , Robots , Thrust , Education , K-12 students , Leadership , Mathematics

A Miniature and Low-Cost Robotic Fish for Ethorobotics Research and Engineering Education: Part II—STEM Outreach

Nicole Abaid, Vladislav Kopman, Maurizio Porfiri

DSCC 2011; 217-224doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6006

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Topics: Engineering education , Robotics , Students , Biomimetics , Engineering disciplines , K-12 students , Mathematics , Oceanography , Robots , Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

A Method for Teaching Feedback Control Using the Enhanced Mass-Spring-Damper System

Dean H. Kim

DSCC 2011; 225-230doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6158

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Topics: Dampers , Feedback , Springs , Teaching , Control equipment , Generators , Sensors , Students

Identification of Balanced State Domain for Single-Support Legged Mechanism

Joo H. Kim, Chang B. Joo

DSCC 2011; 231-237doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6179

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Topics: Algorithms , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Equilibrium (Physics) , Friction , Manifolds , Optimization , Pendulums

Control of Machines, Motors and Energy Systems

Casimir Effect Influence on NEMS Cantilever Resonators

Dumitru I. Caruntu, Martin Knecht, Roberto J. Zapata

DSCC 2011; 239-245doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5966

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Topics: Cantilevers , Casimir force , Nanoelectromechanical systems , Approximation , Damping

Optimal Energy Management of Hybrid Power System With Two-Scale Dynamic Programming

Lei Zhang, Yaoyu Li

DSCC 2011; 247-254doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5974

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Topics: Batteries , Dynamic programming , Energy management , Hybrid power systems , Wind energy

Experimental Analysis for Wind Induced Disturbance Rejection on Bridge Crane Structures

Julia Pasternack, Dan Thayer, Rohan Bansal, Ehsan Maleki, Greg Tao, Kevin Kim, William Singhose

DSCC 2011; 255-261doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6016

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Topics: Experimental analysis , Gantry cranes , Wind , Control equipment , Cranes , Feedback , Robustness , Sensitivity analysis

Modeling and Control of Feed Drive System for a Micro-Machining Platform With Nano-Resolution

Yingfeng Ji, Ran Zhao, Chengying Xu

DSCC 2011; 263-270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6026

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Topics: Control modeling , Micromachining , Resolution (Optics) , Sliding mode control , Control equipment , Engines , Machining , Motors , Algorithms , Currents

Model-Based Hierarchical Optimal Control Design for HVAC Systems

Mehdi Maasoumy, Alessandro Pinto, Alberto Sangiovanni-Vincentelli

DSCC 2011; 271-278doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6078

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Topics: Design , HVAC equipment , Optimal control , Energy consumption , Temperature , Air flow , Simulation , Structures

Control of Time-Delay Systems

Estimation of Time-Delays Using the Characteristic Roots of Delay Differential Equations

Sun Yi, Sangseok Yu

DSCC 2011; 279-281doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5919

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Topics: Delay differential equations , Delays , Scalars , Time delay systems

Stabilization of Nonlinear Strict-Feedback Systems With Time-Varying Delayed Integrators

Nikolaos Bekiaris-Liberis, Miroslav Krstic

DSCC 2011; 283-290doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6014

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Topics: Feedback , Design , Closed loop systems , Stability , Control equipment , Delays , Nonlinear systems

On the Stability of Swarm Consensus Under Noisy Control

Bruce Rogers, Gregory K. Fricke, Devendra P. Garg

DSCC 2011; 291-298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6061

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Topics: Stability , Robotics , Simulation results

LQR Control Design of Discrete-Time Networked Cascade Control Systems With Time Delay

Rohit K. Belapurkar, Rama K. Yedavalli

DSCC 2011; 299-304doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6129

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Control systems , Delays , Design , Engines , Stability , Aircraft engines , Architecture , Design methodology , Transfer functions

Control Theory and Applications

Stability of a Consensus Protocol for Second Order Agents With Multiple Time Delays

Rudy Cepeda-Gomez, Nejat Olgac

DSCC 2011; 305-312doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5911

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Topics: Delays , Stability , Topology

Optimal Constrained Balancing Control of a Standing Biped

Yuming Sun, Qiong Wu

DSCC 2011; 313-320doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5922

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Topics: Control equipment , Design , Energy consumption , Energy efficiency , Genetic algorithms , Large eddy simulation , Pendulums , Robots , Simulation results , Stability

Quantized Particle Swarm Optimization: An Improved Algorithm Based on Group Effect and Its Convergence Analysis

Zhenyi Liu, Sagar Deshpande, Qing Hui

DSCC 2011; 321-327doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6055

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Topics: Algorithms , Particle swarm optimization , Engineering simulation , Evolutionary algorithms , Particulate matter , Simulation

A Control Loop Structure Based on Singular Value Decomposition for Input-Coupled Systems

Ryder C. Winck, Wayne J. Book

DSCC 2011; 329-336doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6116

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Topics: Actuators , Approximation , Design , Machinery , Simulation

A Lyapunov Approach for SOSM Based Velocity Estimation and Its Application to Improve Bilateral Teleoperation Performance

Vinay Chawda, Marcia K. O’Malley

DSCC 2011; 337-343doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6181

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Topics: Simulation results , Stability

Single-Input Planar Navigation via Proportional Heading Control Exploiting Nonholonomic Mechanics or Vortex Shedding

Michael J. Fairchild, Peter M. Hassing, Scott David Kelly, Parthesh Pujari, Phanindra Tallapragada

DSCC 2011; 345-352doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6191

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Topics: Navigation , Vortex shedding , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering simulation , Fluid-dynamic forces , Fluids , Hydrodynamics , Robotic vehicles , Simulation , Vehicles

Estimation and Identification

Adaptive Cancelation of Matched Unknown Sinusoidal Disturbances for LTI Systems by State Derivative Feedback

Halil I˙. Bas¸tu¨rk, Miroslav Krstic

DSCC 2011; 353-360doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5956

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Topics: Feedback , Design , Control equipment , Equilibrium (Physics) , Nonlinear systems , Simulation , Time-invariant systems

An Intelligent Nonlinear System Identification Method With Robust State Estimation

Jason R. Kolodziej

DSCC 2011; 361-367doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5970

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Topics: Nonlinear systems , State estimation , Artificial neural networks , Algorithms , Errors , Feedforward control , System dynamics

Stochastically Resilient Observer Design for a Class of Discrete-Time Nonlinear Systems

Chung Seop Jeong, Edwin E. Yaz, Yvonne I. Yaz

DSCC 2011; 369-376doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6032

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Topics: Design , Nonlinear systems , Errors , Design methodology , Linear matrix inequalities , Simulation

Wind Turbine Torque and Wind Speed Estimation

J. Villanueva, L. Alvarez-Icaza

DSCC 2011; 377-384doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6063

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Topics: Torque , Wind turbines , Wind velocity , Blades , Turbines

Estimating Dynamics On-the-Fly Using Monocular Video

Priyanshu Agarwal, Suren Kumar, Jason J. Corso, Venkat Krovi

DSCC 2011; 385-392doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6123

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Topics: Algorithms , Damping , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Inertia (Mechanics) , Kinematics , Multibody systems , Optimization , Pendulums , Topology

State of Charge Estimation Error due to Parameter Mismatch in a Generalized Explicit Lithium Ion Battery Model

Xinfan Lin, Anna Stefanopoulou, Patricia Laskowsky, Jim Freudenberg, Yonghua Li, R. Dyche Anderson

DSCC 2011; 393-400doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6193

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Topics: Errors , Lithium-ion batteries , Batteries , Coulombs , Diffusion (Physics) , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering simulation , Feedback , Hybrid electric vehicles , Simulation

Fault Detection/Accommodation/Optimization

Model-Based Flow Property Estimation Using an Ionic Polymer-Metal Composite Beam

Xuefei Chen, Guoming Zhu, Xiaojian Yang, Xiaobo Tan

DSCC 2011; 401-408doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5971

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Topics: Composite building materials , Flow (Dynamics) , Metals , Polymers , Fluids , Signals , Fuels , Automotive engines , Automotive industry , Composite materials

MPPT and Integrated Diagnostics for Multi-String PV System With Multi-Input ESC

Peng Lei, Yaoyu Li, John E. Seem

DSCC 2011; 409-416doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6002

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Topics: Photovoltaic power systems , String

An Exploratory Optimization Plus Kalman Filtering Based Method for Parameter Estimation in Model Based Diagnostics

Sankar B. Rengarajan, Michael D. Bryant, Jaewon Choi

DSCC 2011; 417-424doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6017

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Topics: Filtration , Optimization , Parameter estimation , Graphical user interfaces , Machinery , Motors , Artificial intelligence , Electromagnetic induction , Errors , Genetic algorithms

Model Based Fault Detection of Freeway Traffic Sensors

Gunes Dervisoglu, Roberto Horowitz

DSCC 2011; 425-432doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6177

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Topics: Flaw detection , Highways , Sensors , Traffic , Flow (Dynamics) , Algorithms , Calibration , Computer software , Data collection , Emergency management

Diagnostics of Mechanical Faults of Loudspeakers Using Principal Component Analysis and Fisher’s Discriminant Analysis

Jaewon Choi, Michael D. Bryant

DSCC 2011; 433-440doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6198

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Topics: Loudspeakers , Principal component analysis , Databases , Food and Drug Administration , Frequency-domain analysis , Impulse (Physics) , Signals

Linear Systems, Stability and Control

Optimal MIMO PID Controllers for the MIMO Processes

Xian Hong Li, Hai Bin Yu, Ming Zhe Yuan, Chuan Zhi Zang, Zhuo Wang

DSCC 2011; 441-448doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5916

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Topics: Control equipment , Weight (Mass)

Output Feedback Control for Continuous-Time Switched Linear Systems Subject to Actuator Saturation

Chang Duan, Fen Wu

DSCC 2011; 449-456doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5925

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Topics: Actuators , Feedback , Linear systems

VSC Approach Angle Based Boundary Layer Thickness: A New Variation Law and Its Stability Proof

J. Falca˜o Carneiro, F. Gomes de Almeida

DSCC 2011; 457-464doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5948

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Topics: Boundary layers , Stability , Control equipment , Errors

Defining Shapeability in Eigenstate Specification for Linear Systems

Frank Saunders, Jason Rife

DSCC 2011; 465-472doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5993

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Topics: Linear systems , Eigenvalues , Linear dynamic system , Actuators , Design , Feedback , Kinematics

Synthesis of Digital PID Controllers for Discrete-Time Systems With Guaranteed Non-Overshooting Transient Response

Navid Mohsenizadeh, Swaroop Darbha, Shankar P. Bhattacharyya

DSCC 2011; 473-478doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6196

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Topics: Control equipment , Discrete time systems , Transients (Dynamics) , Polynomials , Transfer functions , Errors , Impulse (Physics)

Modeling

Optimal Asymptotic Entrainment of Phase-Reduced Oscillators

Anatoly Zlotnik, Jr-Shin Li

DSCC 2011; 479-484doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5923

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Topics: Computational methods , Numerical analysis , Variational techniques

Dynamics of Cilia-Based Microfluidic Devices

Jiradech Kongthon, Jae-Hyun Chung, James Riley, Santosh Devasia

DSCC 2011; 485-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5936

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Microfluidics , Excitation , Cantilevers , Sloshing , Vibration

Electrochemical Li-Ion Battery Modeling for Control Design With Optimal Uneven Discretization

Tae-Kyung Lee, Zoran S. Filipi

DSCC 2011; 493-500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6094

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Topics: Design , Lithium-ion batteries , Modeling , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Batteries , Electrodes , Diffusion (Physics) , Optimization , Particulate matter , Computation

Modeling and Feedback Control of Inspired Oxygen for Premature Infants

Timothy Keim, Ramak Amjad, Roger Fales

DSCC 2011; 501-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6107

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Topics: Feedback , Modeling , Oxygen , Blood , Control systems , Errors , Automatic control , Control equipment , Kalman filters , Lung

Model of Neonatal Infant Blood Oxygen Saturation

Bradley Krone, Roger Fales, Ramak Amjad

DSCC 2011; 509-516doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6182

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Topics: Blood , Oxygen , Transfer functions , Artificial neural networks , Experimental design , Fuzzy logic , Modeling

Modeling and Simulation

A Reduced-Order Model for Dynamic Vacuum Arc Remelting Pool Depth Estimation and Control

Luis Felipe Lopez, Joseph J. Beaman, Rodney L. Williamson

DSCC 2011; 517-524doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5958

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Topics: Vacuum , Alloys , Control equipment , Design , Equations of motion , Fluid dynamics , Nonlinear equations , Physics , Shapes , Solidification

Impact-Based Modeling of Backlash in Gear Driven Systems

Hari Vasudevan, John Morrell

DSCC 2011; 525-532doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6087

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Topics: Gears , Modeling , Collisions (Physics) , Control equipment , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Feedback , Nonlinear dynamics , Simulation results

Improved Modeling of a Dynamic Mirror With Antagonistic Piezoelectric Stack Actuation

James A. Mynderse, Ann M. Whitney, George T. C. Chiu

DSCC 2011; 533-540doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6104

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Topics: Mirrors , Modeling , Circuits , Actuators , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Laser beams , Simulation

Linearization and Model Reduction of Contact Dynamics Simulation

Jianxun Liang, Ou Ma, Caishan Liu

DSCC 2011; 541-548doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6122

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Topics: Contact dynamics , Finite element methods , Simulation

Running Simulation Models in Parallel With Physical Systems for Improved Estimation Performance: Semantic Models Facilitate Updating Model State, Parameters, and Structure

Dhananjay M. Anand, James Moyne, Dawn M. Tilbury

DSCC 2011; 549-556doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6157

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Topics: Simulation models , Control systems , Design , Algorithms , Control equipment , Dynamic systems , Electricity (Physics) , Errors , Modeling

Stochastic Modelling of Drop Coalescence on Non-Porous Substrates for Inkjet Applications

J. William Boley, Robert A. Sayer, George T.-C. Chiu

DSCC 2011; 557-564doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6194

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Errors , Evaporation , Modeling , Probability

Nonlinear and Robust Control Theory

H₂-H_∞ Control of Discrete Time Nonlinear Systems Using the SDRE Approach

Xin Wang, Edwin E. Yaz, Susan C. Schneider, Yvonne I. Yaz

DSCC 2011; 565-572doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5935

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Topics: Nonlinear systems , Engineering simulation , Linear matrix inequalities , Pendulums , Simulation , Stability , State feedback , Steady state

An Online Adaptive Fast Control Approach Based on Local Linearization and Its Application to a Large Inertia System

Jia Xie, Shengdun Zhao, Zhenghui Sha, Jintao Liang

DSCC 2011; 573-580doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5987

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Topics: Inertia (Mechanics) , Steady state , Algorithms , Cement plants , Computational methods , Delays , Errors , Raw materials

Nonlinear Robust H_∞ Control With State-Dependent Scaling

Scott Hays, Fen Wu

DSCC 2011; 581-588doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5994

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Topics: Control equipment , Design , Nonlinear systems , Optimization , Polynomials , State feedback , Uncertain systems , Uncertainty

Dynamics and Control of the Reaction Mass Pendulum (RMP) as a 3D Multibody System: Application to Humanoid Modeling

Amit K. Sanyal, Ambarish Goswami

DSCC 2011; 589-596doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6086

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Modeling , Multibody systems , Pendulums , Angular momentum , Control equipment , Dynamic analysis , Equilibrium (Physics) , Humanoid robots , Kinematics

Hydropower Plant Frequency Control via Feedback Linearization and Sliding Mode Control

Xibei Ding, Alok Sinha

DSCC 2011; 597-604doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6141

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Topics: Feedback , Hydroelectric power stations , Sliding mode control , Control equipment , Design , Dynamic models , Errors , Power stations , Simulation results , State feedback

On Robust Disturbance Observer Design Using Semi-Definite Programming

Ahmed H. El-Shaer, Tao Zhang, Mohammad Al Janaideh

DSCC 2011; 605-611doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6149

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Topics: Computer programming , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Eigenvalues , Feedback , Optimization

Optimal Control and Optimization

A Higher-Order Method for Dynamic Optimization of Controllable LTI Systems

Damiano Zanotto, Sunil K. Agrawal, Giulio Rosati

DSCC 2011; 613-620doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5964

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Topics: Optimization , Differential equations

Parameter Design in Optimal Control Problems for Linear Dynamic Systems Using a Canonical Form

U. J. Jung, G. J. Park, S. K. Agrawal

DSCC 2011; 621-628doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6056

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Topics: Design , Linear dynamic system , Optimal control , Optimization , Dynamic systems

Optimal Sliding Mode Control for a Class of Underactuated Nonlinear Systems

Parham Ghorbanian, Sergey G. Nersesov, Hashem Ashrafiuon

DSCC 2011; 629-636doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6057

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Topics: Nonlinear systems , Sliding mode control , Closed loop systems , Stability , Uncertainty , Equilibrium (Physics) , Pendulums

An Approximation Algorithm for a Heterogeneous Traveling Salesman Problem

Jungyun Bae, Sivakumar Rathinam

DSCC 2011; 637-644doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6098

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Topics: Algorithms , Approximation , Vehicles , Surveillance

A Spectral Factorization Approach to the Discrete-Time Singular LQ Regulation Problem

Wataru Kase, Yasuhiko Mutoh

DSCC 2011; 645-650doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6106

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Qualitative Robustness and Its Role in the Robust Control of Uncertain Engineering Systems

Nagini Devarakonda, Rama K. Yedavalli

DSCC 2011; 651-658doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6163

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Topics: Engineering systems and industry applications , Robust control , Robustness , Design , Closed loop systems , Control systems , Uncertain systems

Robust and Adaptive Control Applications

Robust Adaptive Backstepping Control Design for a Supercavitating Vehicle Model

Xiaofeng Mao, Qian Wang

DSCC 2011; 659-665doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5906

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Topics: Design , Vehicles , Cavities , Control equipment , Cavitation , Deflection , Fins , Modeling , Parameter estimation , Shapes

Laser Pulse Shaping via Iterative Learning Control and High-Dimensional Extremum Seeking

Beibei Ren, Paul Frihauf, Miroslav Krstic, Robert J. Rafac

DSCC 2011; 667-674doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6009

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Topics: Iterative learning control , Lasers , Pulse shaping , Shapes , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Optimization , Computer simulation

Dubins Vehicle Tracking of a Target With Unpredictable Trajectory

Ross Anderson, Dejan Milutinovic´

DSCC 2011; 675-682doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6060

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Topics: Trajectories (Physics) , Vehicles , Kinematics , Unmanned aerial vehicles , Chain , Computation , Optimal control

Analysis of an Adaptive Iterative Learning Algorithm for Freeway Ramp Flow Imputation

Ajith Muralidharan, Roberto Horowitz

DSCC 2011; 683-690doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6178

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Topics: Algorithms , Flow (Dynamics) , Highways , Traffic , Design , Sensors

Time Optimal Compressor Valve Soft Landing by Two Step ILC

Hannes Trogmann, Harald Waschl, Daniel Alberer, Bernhard Spiegl

DSCC 2011; 691-698doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6199

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Topics: Compressors , Iterative learning control , Valves , Design , Actuators , Approximation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electric motors , Energy consumption , Gears

Robust Control of a Surface Vehicle With Disturbances

DongBin Lee, C. Nataraj, Timothy C. Burg

DSCC 2011; 699-704doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6201

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Topics: Robust control , Vehicles , Control equipment , Computer simulation , Currents , Dynamic models , Hydrodynamics , Stability , Wind waves

Batteries and Power Systems

Trip Specific Worthiness of Replacement of Individual Cells for Battery Pack in Electric Vehicles

Rohit Ugle, Yaoyu Li

DSCC 2011; 705-711doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5910

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Topics: Batteries , Electric vehicles

Ritz Model of a Lead-Acid Battery With Application to Electric Locomotives

Zheng Shen, Jun Gou, Christopher D. Rahn, Chao-Yang Wang

DSCC 2011; 713-720doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6040

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Topics: Lead-acid batteries , Locomotives , Design , Circuits , Computational fluid dynamics , Control equipment , Energy storage , Matlab , Porosity , Systems analysis

Performance Evaluation of a Triangular-Prism-Slit Electrode Pair as an Electro-Conjugate Fluid Jet Generator

Hai-bo Wang, Joon-wan Kim, Shinichi Yokota, Kazuya Edamura

DSCC 2011; 721-725doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6077

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Topics: Electrodes , Generators , Jets , Performance evaluation , Fluids , Electrical measurement , Manufacturing , Needles , Pressure , Prisms (Optics)

Optimal Control of PEV Charging Based on Residential Base Load Prediction

Qiuming Gong, Shawn Midlam-Mohler, Vincenzo Marano, Giorgio Rizzoni

DSCC 2011; 727-734doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6136

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Topics: Optimal control , Stress , Temperature , Chain , Electric power generation , Electric vehicles , Genetic algorithms , Hybrid electric vehicles , Optimization

A Market Based Distributed Optimization for Power Allocation in Smart Grid

Baisravan HomChaudhuri, Manish Kumar, Vijay Devabhaktuni

DSCC 2011; 735-742doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6140

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Topics: Optimization , Smart grids , Distributed power generation , Electricity (Physics) , Electricity distribution , Fluctuations (Physics) , Instrumentation , Potential energy , Power stations , Renewable energy sources

Control of Mechanical Systems

Accurate Motion Control of Linear Motors With Adaptive Robust Compensation of Nonlinear Electromagnetic Field Effect

Zheng Chen, Bin Yao, Qingfeng Wang

DSCC 2011; 743-750doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5991

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Topics: Electromagnetic fields , Linear motors , Motion control , Algorithms , Approximation , Engines , Motors , Steady state , Uncertainty , Adaptive control

Optimal Control of a Gearshift With a Dual-Clutch Transmission

Tomas Szabo, Michael Buchholz, Klaus Dietmayer

DSCC 2011; 751-756doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6028

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Topics: Control equipment , Filters , Optimal control , Simulation , Torque , Trucks

Comparison of Optimal Supervisory Control Strategies for a Series Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Powertrain

Rakesh Patil, Zoran Filipi, Hosam Fathy

DSCC 2011; 757-764doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6126

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Topics: Hybrid electric vehicles , Fuels , Dynamic programming , Algorithms , Batteries , Propulsion , Switches

A Novel Air Cycling Valve for Combustion Engines

Steffen Braune, Klaus-Dietrich Kramer

DSCC 2011; 765-769doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6144

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Topics: Combustion , Engines , Valves , Actuators , Construction , Torque , Carbon dioxide , Control algorithms , Corporate average fuel economy , Cylinders

Stabilization of the Side Pull-In Bifurcation of an Electrostatic Comb Drive Actuator Model Using Oscillatory Open-Loop Control

I. P. M. Wickramasinghe, Jordan M. Berg

DSCC 2011; 771-778doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6176

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Topics: Actuators , Bifurcation , Oscillations , Displacement , Engineering simulation , Feedback , Microelectromechanical systems , Simulation

Energy Harvesting and Distribution

Individual Pitch Control for Wind Turbine Load Reduction Enhanced With Inter-Turbine Wake Modelling

Zhongzhou Yang, Yaoyu Li, John E. Seem

DSCC 2011; 779-786doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5985

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Topics: Modeling , Stress , Turbines , Wakes , Wind turbines , Wind , Control equipment , Design , Rotors , Simulation results

Model Predictive Control of a Microgrid With Plug-In Vehicles: Error Modeling and the Role of Prediction Horizon

Diane L. Peters, Abigail R. Mechtenberg, John Whitefoot, Panos Y. Papalambros

DSCC 2011; 787-794doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6030

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Topics: Electric vehicles , Errors , Microgrids , Modeling , Predictive control , Fuels , Batteries , Generators , Optimization , Storage

Closed Loop Stability of Switching Controller for Wind Turbine

Dushyant Palejiya, Dongmei Chen

DSCC 2011; 795-802doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6033

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Topics: Control equipment , Stability , Wind turbines , Approximation , Batteries , Engineering simulation , Feedback , Secondary cells , Simulation , Switches

Maximum Power Point Tracking for Photovoltaic Systems Using Adaptive Extremum Seeking Control

Xiao Li, Yaoyu Li, John E. Seem, Peng Lei

DSCC 2011; 803-810doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6090

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Topics: Photovoltaic power systems , Approximation , Artificial neural networks , Control equipment , Errors , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Simulation , Solar energy , System efficiency , Temperature

Two Dimensional Modeling and Simulation of a Tethered Airfoil System for Harnessing Wind Energy

Tuhin K. Das, Ranjan Mukherjee, Rahulram Sridhar, Aren Hellum

DSCC 2011; 811-818doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6135

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Topics: Airfoils , Modeling , Simulation , Wind energy , Wind , Cycles , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Dynamic models , Machinery , Rods

Mechatronics

Integrated Plant and Controller Design of a Combine Harvester System

Yangmin Xie, Andrew Alleyne

DSCC 2011; 819-825doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5959

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Topics: Control equipment , Design , Design methodology , Mechanical structures , Optimization , Poles (Building) , Simulation , Simulation results

Thermodynamics-Based Optimization and Control of Vapor-Compression Cycle Operation: Control Synthesis

Neera Jain, Andrew G. Alleyne

DSCC 2011; 827-834doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6088

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Topics: Compression , Cycles , Optimization , Thermodynamics , Vapors , Degrees of freedom , Design , Dimensions , Exergy , Feedback

H₂ Guaranteed Cost Control Design and Implementation for Dual-Stage Hard Disk Drive Track-Following Servos

Jianbin Nie, Richard Conway, Roberto Horowitz

DSCC 2011; 835-842doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6095

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Topics: Design , Disks , Algorithms , Discrete time systems , Feedback , Servomechanisms , Uncertainty

Flatness-Based Control of Flexible Motion Systems

Brian K. Post, Alexandre Mariuzza, Wayne J. Book, William Singhose

DSCC 2011; 843-850doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6099

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Topics: Feedback , Flexible systems , Nonlinear systems , Simulation , Tower cranes , Vibration

Micropositioning of a Multimaterial Electrohydrodynamic Jet Deposition System Using Vision Feedback

Erick Sutanto, David J. Hoelzle, Andrew G. Alleyne, Kazuyo Shigeta, John A. Rogers

DSCC 2011; 851-857doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6100

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Topics: Electrohydrodynamics , Feedback , Printing , Drops , Resolution (Optics) , Machinery , Nanomanufacturing , Nozzles , Servomechanisms

Integrator Leakage for Limit Cycle Suppression in Servo Mechanisms With Stiction

Soo Jeon

DSCC 2011; 859-866doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6131

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Topics: Leakage , Limit cycles , Servomechanisms , Stiction , Algorithms , Algebra , Control equipment , Trajectories (Physics)

Modeling and Control for Diesel Engines

Oxygen Concentration Dynamic Model Through a Diesel Engine Aftertreatment System

Pingen Chen, Junmin Wang

DSCC 2011; 867-874doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6035

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Topics: Diesel engines , Dynamic models , Oxygen , Exhaust systems , Catalysts , Diesel , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Exhaust gas recirculation , Nitrogen oxides , Chemical reactions

Control Design Amenable Model of Needle Position for a Direct Acting Piezoelectric Fuel Injector

Neha S. Ruikar, Chris A. Satkoski, Greg Shaver

DSCC 2011; 875-882doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6049

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Topics: Design , Fuel injectors , Needles , Ejectors , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Emissions , Fuel consumption , Internal combustion engines , Noise (Sound) , Physics

Engine Cycle-by-Cycle Cylinder Wall Temperature Observer-Based Estimation Using Cylinder Pressure Signals

Fengjun Yan, Junmin Wang

DSCC 2011; 883-890doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6064

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Topics: Cycles , Cylinders , Engines , Pressure , Signals , Wall temperature , Heat transfer , Combustion , Design methodology , Fuels

Real-Time and Robust Estimation of Biodiesel Blends Using NOx Sensor

S. Mirheidari, M. A. Franchek, K. M. Grigoriadis, J. Mohammadpour, Y. Y. Wang, I. Haskara

DSCC 2011; 891-898doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-6073

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Topics: Biodiesel , Nitrogen oxides , Sensors , Emissions , Engines , Fuels , Control systems , Diesel , Errors , Exhaust systems

Modeling and Diagnostics in Diesel Engines

Diesel Engine Intake Condition Control-Oriented Models for Active Fuel Injection Profile Control

Fengjun Yan, Junmin Wang

DSCC 2011; 899-906doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5975

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Topics: Diesel engines , Fuels , Exhaust gas recirculation , Combustion , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Cycles , Engines , Physics

Integrated Powertrain Control to Meet Low CO2 Emissions for a Hybrid Distribution Truck With SCR-DeNOx System

Frank Willems, Stefan Spronkmans, John Kessels

DSCC 2011; 907-912doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5981

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Emissions , Trucks , Nitrogen oxides , Calibration , Catalysts , Cycles , Diesel , Fuel consumption , Optimization

Physically-Based Volumetric Efficiency Model for Diesel Engines Utilizing Variable Intake Valve Actuation

Lyle Kocher, Ed Koeberlein, D. G. Van Alstine, Karla Stricker, Greg Shaver

DSCC 2011; 913-920doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DSCC2011-5997

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Topics: Diesel engines , Valves , Engines , Trains , Actuators , Fuels , Architecture , Common rail fuel injectors , Compression , Corporate average fuel economy