Volumes | Engineering Systems Design and Analysis | American Society of Mechanical Engineers Digital Collection

ASME 2010 10th Biennial Conference on Engineering Systems Design and Analysis

July 12–14, 2010

Istanbul, Turkey

Conference Sponsors:

ISBN:

978-0-7918-4915-6

In This Volume

Advanced Energy Systems (40)
Advanced Materials and Tribology (49)
Bioengineering and Biomedical Technology (18)

ASME 2010 10th Biennial Conference on Engineering Systems Design and Analysis, Volume 1

Advanced Energy Systems

Optimization of Energy Consumption in Integrated Blast Furnace and BOF Steelmaking Process

Emrullah Cayir, Nilufer Egrican

ESDA 2010; 1-10doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24024

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Topics: Blast furnaces , Energy consumption , Iron and steel making , Optimization , Steel , Coke , Second law of thermodynamics , Carbon dioxide , Computer simulation , Emissions

Experimental Methodologies for the Measurement of Wind Turbines Performance

Carlo Romano`, Vincenzo Orlando, Giuliana Mattiazzo, Ermanno Giorcelli

ESDA 2010; 11-17doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24054

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Topics: Wind turbines , Rotors , Blades , Design , Stress , Generators , Signals , Turbines , Damage , Data acquisition systems

Computational Study of Hydrogen Storage Performance in Metal Hydride Reactors

Chih-Ang Chung, Ci-Siang Lin, Ci-Jyun Ho

ESDA 2010; 19-23doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24059

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Topics: Hydrogen storage , Metals , Hydrogen , Pipes , Pressure , Vessels , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fins , Heat , Heat transfer

ISWEC: Design of a Prototype Model for Wave Tank Test

Giovanni Bracco, Ermanno Giorcelli, Giuliana Mattiazzo

ESDA 2010; 25-31doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24120

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Topics: Design , Engineering prototypes , Waves , Ocean waves , Durability , Floating bodies , Generators , Oceans , Power converters , Rotors

Combustion of Raw Algae Oil and Its Methyl Ester in a Diesel Engine

Yousef Haik, Mohamed Y. E. Selim, Taher Abdulrehman

ESDA 2010; 33-40doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24129

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Topics: Combustion , Diesel engines , Ester , Engines , Noise (Sound) , Compression , Pressure , Torque , Biofuel , Diesel

Performance Analysis of Absorption Chillers Using Data Reconciliation

David E. Martinez, Joan Carles Bruno, Miguel J. Bagajewicz, Alberto Coronas

ESDA 2010; 41-50doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24156

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Topics: Absorption , Cycles , Design , Energy conservation , Equilibrium (Physics) , Equipment performance , Stress

LES Simulation of an Ultra-Micro Combustion Chamber Based on a 177 Reactions Mechanism

Angelo Minotti, Enrico Sciubba

ESDA 2010; 51-59doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24170

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Simulation , Combustion , Temperature , Chemistry , Design , Exhaust systems , Experimental analysis , Generators , Methane

Process Simulation and Exergy Analysis of a Reverse Osmosis Desalination Plant Powered by Photovoltaic Panels in Basra (Iraq)

Stefano Esposto, Enrico Sciubba, Claudia Toro

ESDA 2010; 61-71doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24171

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Topics: Exergy analysis , Process simulation , Reverse osmosis , Exergy , Water , Batteries , Energy storage , Flow (Dynamics) , Materials properties , Photovoltaic power systems

Temperature Measurement of Premixed Methane OEC Radially Symmetric Flame Jet Using Mach-Zehnder Interferometry

Mehran Ahmadi, Majid Saffar Avval, Tooraj Yousefi, Babak Nasr, Mohammad Goharkhah

ESDA 2010; 73-77doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24192

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Topics: Combustion , Flames , Interferometry , Methane , Oxygen , Temperature , Temperature measurement

Simulation on Performances of Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

Chien-Chang Chen, Cheng-Hsiung Kuo

ESDA 2010; 79-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24207

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Topics: Simulation , Vertical axis wind turbines , Blades , Torque , Airfoils , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Transients (Dynamics)

Exergy, Cost and Environment as Objectives in Particle Swarm Optimization of a Benchmark Cogeneration System

Meisam Babaie, Hoseyn Sayyaadi, Mohammad Reza Farmani, Alireza Novinzadeh

ESDA 2010; 89-96doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24214

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Topics: Combined heat and power , Exergy , Particle swarm optimization , Algorithms , Modeling , Optimization , Cogeneration plants , Economic analysis , Energy / power systems , Pareto optimization

Exergy Analysis of Steel Electric Arc Furnace

Ebrahim Hajidavalloo, Hamzeh Dashti

ESDA 2010; 97-103doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24239

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Topics: Electric arc furnaces , Exergy , Exergy analysis , Steel

Comparisons of Different Wind Power Forecasting Systems

Maria Grazia De Giorgi, Marco Tarantino, Antonio Ficarella

ESDA 2010; 105-113doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24262

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Energy generation , Errors , Statistical distributions , Time series , Weather forecasting , Wind , Wind farms , Wind power , Wind power forecasting

Dynamic Analysis of a Hula-Hoop System

C. H. Lu, C. K. Sung

ESDA 2010; 115-121doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24323

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Topics: Dynamic analysis

Establishment and Safety Evaluation of a Removable Experiment Platform for VAWT

Sheam-Chyun Lin, Harki Apri Yanto, Chao-Chang Chen, Yen-Wen Chen, Shih-Yu Wang

ESDA 2010; 123-130doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24349

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Topics: Safety , Vertical axis wind turbines , Computer software , Generators , Computers , Data acquisition systems , Performance evaluation , Wind turbines , Blades , Computer programming

Numerical and Experimental Investigation of Thermodynamic Behavior of Positive Displacement Compressor

Morad Paknezhad, Tooraj Yousefi, Sajjad Sadeghi, Mehran Ahmadi

ESDA 2010; 131-139doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24351

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Topics: Compressors , Computer software , Displacement

The Efficiency of Geothermal Heat Pumps With Vertical Ground Heat Exchangers: A Simulation Under Iraqi Conditions

Nazar F. Antwan, Iyd E. Maree

ESDA 2010; 141-148doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24373

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Topics: Geothermal engineering , Heat exchangers , Heat pumps , Simulation , Cooling , Heating , Heating and cooling , Carbon dioxide , Climate , Computer software

Investigation of Exergy Destruction Based on Avoidable and Unavoidable Concepts for Helical Coils

Farid Bahiraee, Aidin Salehzadeh, Rahim Khoshbakhti Saray

ESDA 2010; 149-156doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24474

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Topics: Exergy , Entropy , Fluids , Forced convection , Reynolds number , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Optimization

Experimental Study of Natural Gas Fuel Temperature Influence on Radiation Enhancement and Emission

S. Mohammad Javadi, Pourya Nikoueeyan, Mohammad Moghiman, M. Ebrahim Feyz

ESDA 2010; 157-161doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24486

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Topics: Emissions , Flames , Fuels , Natural gas , Radiation (Physics) , Temperature

Potential for Primary Energy Savings in Telecommunication Centers Through Free Cooling

Giorgia Baccino, Vittorio Verda, Gianni Rossi, Alessandra Arena, Vincenzo Bernardini, Diego Suino

ESDA 2010; 163-170doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24501

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Topics: Cooling , Telecommunications , Air conditioning , Climate , Data centers , Energy budget (Physics) , Energy consumption , Experimental analysis , Power density , Temperature

Dimensioning and Simulation of a Pilot Plant for Solar Hydrogen Production

Yasmina Ziari Kerboua, Lofti Ziani, Bouziane Mahmah, Ahmed Benzaoui

ESDA 2010; 171-178doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24507

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Topics: Dimensions , Electrolysis , Hydrogen , Hydrogen production , Simulation , Solar energy

Performance and Exhaust Emission Studies of a Compression Ignition Engine Fueled With Waste Chicken Oil Methyl Ester (WCOME)-Diesel Fuel Blends

Mustafa Ozcanli, Kadir Aydin, Ali Keskin

ESDA 2010; 179-183doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24566

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Topics: Diesel , Diesel engines , Emissions , Ester , Exhaust systems , Fuels , Brakes , Carbon dioxide , Nitrogen oxides , Biodiesel

Effect of Reduced Frequency on the Boundary Layer of a Plunging Airfoil

F. Rasi Marzabadi, M. R. Soltani, M. Masdari

ESDA 2010; 185-190doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24574

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Topics: Airfoils , Boundary layers , Separation (Technology) , Bubbles , Pressure transducers , Reynolds number , Sensors , Wind tunnels

Design of a Low-Cost Thermoacoustic Electricity Generator and Its Experimental Verification

Zhibin Yu, Artur J. Jaworski, Scott Backhaus

ESDA 2010; 191-199doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24598

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Topics: Design , Generators , Acoustics , Thermoacoustic devices , Heat , Loudspeakers , Optimization , Testing , Traveling waves

Second Law Based Analysis of Supplementary Firing Effects on the Heat Recovery Steam Generator in a Combined Cycle Power Plant

H. Karrabi, S. Rasoulipour

ESDA 2010; 201-209doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24660

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Topics: Combined cycle power stations , Exergy , Firing , Heat recovery steam generators

Effects of Droplet Size and Air Preheating on Soot Formation in Turbulent Combustion of Liquid Fuel

Amirmahdi Ghasemi, Mohammad Moghiman, Seyed Mohammad Javadi, Naseh Hosseini

ESDA 2010; 211-217doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24663

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Topics: Combustion , Drops , Fuels , Soot , Sprays , Turbulence

Addressing Thermal Challenges in Design of Data Centres

Babak Fakhim, Srinarayana Nagarathinam, Simon Wong, Masud Behnia, Steve Armfield

ESDA 2010; 219-228doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24690

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Topics: Data centers , Design , Cooling , Energy consumption , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Air conditioning , Electronic components , Energy dissipation , Energy efficiency

Evaluation of Random Stack Materials for Use in Thermoacoustic Refrigerators

Xiaoan Mao, Patcharin Saechan, Artur J. Jaworski

ESDA 2010; 229-234doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24763

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Topics: Thermoacoustic devices , Ceramics , Energy conversion , Glass , Honeycomb structures , Manufacturing , Metals , Plates (structures) , Acoustics , Aerospace industry

Gas Turbine With Constant Volume Heat Addition

S. Can Gu¨len

ESDA 2010; 235-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24817

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Topics: Gas turbines , Heat , Power stations , Cycles , Combined cycles , Thermal efficiency , Brayton cycle , Energy generation , Fossil fuels , Thermodynamics

Economic Feasibility Study of a Small Scale Organic Rankine Cycle System in Waste Heat Recovery Application

Bertrand F. Tchanche, Sylvain Quoilin, Sebastien Declaye, Georges Papadakis, Vincent Lemort

ESDA 2010; 249-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24828

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Topics: Heat recovery , Organic Rankine cycle , Waste heat , Compressors , Cycles , Economic analysis , Electric power generation , Engineering prototypes , Exhaust systems , Flow (Dynamics)

Performance Analysis and Optimization of High Capacity Pulse Tube Refrigerator

Amir R. Ghahremani, F. Roshanghalb, R. Jahanbakhshi, M. H. Saidi, S. Kazemzadeh Hannani

ESDA 2010; 257-263doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24863

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Topics: Optimization , Cooling , Pressure , Temperature , Design , Energy conservation , Flow (Dynamics) , Generators , Momentum , Waves

Thermodynamic Analysis of a Combined Power and Water Production System

S. Ehsan Shakib, Majid Amidpour, Cyrus Aghanajafi

ESDA 2010; 265-273doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24878

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Topics: Manufacturing systems , Water , Exergy , Cycles , Energy generation , Combustion chambers , Compression , Compressors , Evaporation , Exergy analysis

Power Harvesting Through Magnetostrictive Devices: A Linear Model

Francesco Braghin, Simone Cinquemani, Ferruccio Resta

ESDA 2010; 275-281doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24888

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Magnetostrictive devices , Magnetoelastic effects , Vibration , Transducers , Electricity (Physics) , Energy conversion , Joules , Magnetism , Magnetization

Exergy Analysis of a Simple Gas Turbine System Considering Combustion Process as Complete Combustion and Equilibrium Combustion

Nayyer Razmara, Rahim Khoshbakhti Saray

ESDA 2010; 283-288doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24997

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Topics: Combustion , Equilibrium (Physics) , Exergy analysis , Gas turbines , Exergy , Carbon dioxide , Cycles , Diffusion (Physics) , Modeling , Oxidation

Genetic Algorithm for Multi-Objective Exergetic and Economic Optimization of Parabolic Trough Collectors Integration Into Combined Cycle System (ISCCS)

Ali Baghernejad, Mahmood Yaghoubi

ESDA 2010; 289-297doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25137

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Topics: Combined cycles , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Parabolic troughs , Exergy , Decision making , Fuels , Algorithms , Design , Energy policy

Stirling Engine: An Emerging Prime Mover for Micro-CHP Systems

Dan Scarpete, Nicolae Badea

ESDA 2010; 299-305doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25212

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Topics: Combined heat and power , Stirling engines , Thermal efficiency

Experimental Results of a Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

Bernardo Fortunato, Sergio Mario Camporeale, Marco Torresi, Davide De Fazio, Mauro Giordani

ESDA 2010; 307-318doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25251

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Topics: Vertical axis wind turbines , Blades , Wind tunnels , Computers , Electric motors , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Probes , Wind velocity , Wire

DEM Computational Modeling of Flow Over Wind-Turbine Sections Under Varying Wind Speed and Direction Conditions

Arsev H. Eraslan, R. Furkan Erturk, Seyhan Onbasioglu

ESDA 2010; 319-328doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25314

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Topics: Computer simulation , Discrete element methods , Flow (Dynamics) , Wind turbines , Wind velocity , Blades , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Air flow , Algorithms

Experimental Analysis of PEM Fuel Cells With Biomimetical Mixed Flows as Gas Distributors

C. E. Damian-Ascencio, A. Herna´ndez-Guerrero, A. Alatorre-Ordaz, A. Cuauhtemoc-Rubio, F. Elizalde-Blancas

ESDA 2010; 329-334doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25418

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Topics: Experimental analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells

Experimental Analysis of Small Scale Cogenerators Based on Natural Gas Fired Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine

Carlo Roselli, Maurizio Sasso, Sergio Sibilio, Peter Tzscheutschler

ESDA 2010; 335-344doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25444

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Topics: Experimental analysis , Internal combustion engines , Natural gas , Emissions , Carbon dioxide , Cogeneration systems , Combined heat and power , Electricity (Physics) , Energy consumption , Energy resources

Advanced Materials and Tribology

Effect of Nonlinear Kinematic Hardening Constants on Cyclic Spherical Indentation Test

A. Nayebi

ESDA 2010; 345-349doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24005

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Topics: Hardening , Kinematics , Stress , Displacement , Mechanical properties , Cycles , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis , Finite element methods , Metals

Effect of Geometrical and Loading Parameters on Fatigue Crack Growth of Stainless Steel 316L

Mustapha Benachour, Abdelhamid Hadjoui, Nadjia Benachour

ESDA 2010; 351-355doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24055

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Topics: Fatigue cracks , Stainless steel , Dimensions , Fracture (Materials) , Stress , Fatigue life , Mechanical properties , Nuclear power , Storage

Numerical Study on Microscopic Etch Rates for the Atomistic Simulation of Anisotropic Wet Etching

Mohsen Shayan, Behrooz Arezoo, Amir Reza Merati

ESDA 2010; 357-361doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24167

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Topics: Anisotropy , Chemical etching , Etching , Simulation , Atoms , Errors , Temperature

Multi-Axial Fatigue Life Prediction of a Composite Structural Component

Laura Vergani, Chiara Colombo

ESDA 2010; 363-371doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24220

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Topics: Composite materials , Fatigue life , Structural elements (Construction) , Fatigue , Fibers , Mechanical behavior , Corners (Structural elements) , Ester , Failure mechanisms , Fittings

Effect of Sintering Temperature on the Tribological Behavior of Plasma Assisted Debinded and Sintered MIM Self Lubricating Steels

Jose´ Daniel B. de Mello, Cristiano Binder, Aloisio Nelmo Klein, Roberto Binder

ESDA 2010; 373-380doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24245

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Topics: Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Sintering , Steel , Temperature , Tribology , Friction , Graphite , Particulate matter , Durability , Lubricants

Effect of Macro Geometry on the Performance Characteristics of Reciprocating Seals

Cihat Gu¨l, Vedat Temiz

ESDA 2010; 381-388doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24280

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Topics: Geometry , Performance characterization , Friction , Hydraulic cylinders , Leakage , Pistons , Cylinders , Design , Nitrile rubber , Pressure

The Effect of Surface Roughness and Shaft Speed on the Frictional Characteristics of Radial Lip Seals

Hacer O¨zperk, Vedat Temiz

ESDA 2010; 389-394doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24282

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Topics: Surface roughness , Friction , Geometry , Torque , Cylinders , Dust , Stress

Effect of Roller Profile and Misalignment in EHL of Finite Line Contacts

Tae-Jo Park

ESDA 2010; 395-401doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24367

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Topics: Rollers , Film thickness , Pressure , Shapes , Finite difference methods , Newton's method , Stress , Stress concentration , Tapered roller bearings

Acoustic Emission Assessment of FRP Composites Delamination

Milad Hajikhani, Mehdi Ahmadi Najafabadi, Amir Refahi Oskouei, Amir Sharifi, Mohammad Heidari

ESDA 2010; 403-408doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24385

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Topics: Acoustic emissions , Composite materials , Delamination , Fiber reinforced plastics , ASTM International , Cantilever beams , Damage , Failure mechanisms , Fracture (Materials) , Manufacturing

Acoustic Emission Signal Analysis by Wavelet Method to Investigate Damage Mechanisms During Drilling of Composite Materials

Hossein Heidary, Amir Refahi Oskouei, Milad Hajikhani, Behrooz Moosaloo, Mehdi Ahmadi Najafabadi

ESDA 2010; 409-416doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24389

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Topics: Acoustic emissions , Composite materials , Damage , Drilling , Signals , Wavelets , Delamination , Cutting , Drills (Tools) , Fiber reinforced composites

Influence of Ion Implantation on Tribo and Mechanical Behaviour of Duplex Hard Coatings

Branko Skoric, Damir Kakas, Aleksandar Miletic

ESDA 2010; 417-423doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24410

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Topics: Coatings , Ion implantation , Mechanical behavior , Young's modulus , Atomic force microscopy , Stress , Displacement , Engineering systems and industry applications , Ions , Mechanical properties

Effect of MOS₂-Based Composite Coatings on Tribological Behavior and Efficiency of Gear

Huibo He, Sungki Lyu, Chursoo Her

ESDA 2010; 425-430doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24464

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Topics: Coatings , Composite materials , Gears , Tribology , Absorption , Alloys , Disks , Mechanical drives , Scanning electron microscopy , Silicon

Tribological and Viscoelastic Behaviour of Carbon Black Filled Rubber

Bohdana Marvalova, Iva Petri´kova´, David Cirkl

ESDA 2010; 431-440doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24547

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Topics: Carbon black pigments , Rubber , Tribology , Viscoelasticity , Disks , Mechanical properties , Relaxation (Physics) , Sliding friction , Storage , Styrene-butadiene rubber

Study of Shape Memory Effect in NiMnGa Magnetic Shape Memory Alloy Single Crystals by Incremental Modeling

H. Khajehsaeid, R. Naghdabadi, S. Sohrabpour

ESDA 2010; 441-446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24549

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Topics: Crystals , Modeling , Shape memory alloys , Shape memory effects

A Numerical Approach to Investigate Mixed Friction Systems in the Micro Scale

Albert Albers, Benoit Lorentz

ESDA 2010; 447-454doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24559

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Topics: Friction , Fluids , Surface roughness , Bearings , Computer software , Finite element analysis , Finite element methods , Numerical analysis , Pressure , Solids

Densification Behavior of Metal Powder Under Uniaxial Cold Compaction

Mostafa Darroudi, Hojat Ghassemi, Mahmoud Akbari Baseri

ESDA 2010; 455-460doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24562

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Topics: Compacting , Finite element analysis , Metal powders , Pressure , Simulation

Friction Model for an Intermediate Orientation and Density of Fibres in Dry Cutting of Composites

Ali Mkaddem, Mohamed El Mansori

ESDA 2010; 461-467doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24569

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Topics: Composite materials , Cutting , Damage , Density , Fibers , Friction , Polymers , Simulation

Production Method for Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Substrate Using Powder Injection Molding Process

Amin Mirahmadi, Mostafa Rezaee Saraji

ESDA 2010; 469-473doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24572

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Topics: Injection molding , Solid oxide fuel cells , Thermal shock , Porosity , Sintering , Temperature , Density , Electricity (Physics) , Fuels , Mass production

Dynamic Analysis of Functionally Graded Piezoelectric Material Beam Using the Hybrid Fourier-Laplace Transform Method

A. Doroushi, A. H. Akbarzadeh, M. R. Eslami

ESDA 2010; 475-483doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24577

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Piezoelectric materials , Shear deformation , Transients (Dynamics) , Differential equations , Equations of motion , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Fourier transforms , Hamilton's principle

Wear Resistance of Hard Coatings in Powder Injection Molding (PIM)

Ali Keshavarz Panahi, Hossein Khoshkish, Mostafa Rezaee Saraji

ESDA 2010; 485-488doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24590

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Topics: Coatings , Injection molding , Wear resistance , Wear , Feedstock , Wheels , Chemical vapor deposition , Injection molding machines , Rubber , Steel

Empirical Comparison of Sliding Friction and Wear Behaviors of Gray and White Cast Iron

Mehdi Hashemi, Rahmatollah Ghajar

ESDA 2010; 489-493doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24638

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Topics: Cast iron , Sliding friction , Wear , Graphite , Wear testing , Delamination , Disks , Friction , Lubricants , Optical microscopes

Flexural Sensitivity of a V-Shaped AFM Cantilever Made of Functionally Graded Materials

M. Rahaeifard, M. H. Kahrobaiyan, S. A. Moeini, M. T. Ahmadian, M. Hoviattalab

ESDA 2010; 495-501doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24676

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Cantilevers , Functionally graded materials , Resonance , Ceramics , Euler-Bernoulli beam theory , Metals , Microcantilevers , Resolution (Optics) , Rotational inertia

Static Analysis of a Functionally Graded Piezoelectric Beam Using Finite Element Method

Iman Eshraghi, Aghil Yousefi-Koma

ESDA 2010; 503-510doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24709

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Topics: Finite element methods

A 3D Numerical Study to Investigate the Effects of Temperature Variation and Residual Stresses in Representative Volume MEMS Elements

A. R. Maligno, D. C. Whalley, V. V. Silberschmidt

ESDA 2010; 511-518doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24740

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Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Residual stresses , Temperature effects , Failure , Reliability , Finite element methods , Boundary-value problems , Manufacturing , MEMS packages , Metals

New Stirling Motor Design With Efficiency by Using Ceramic Components

Anna Kerstin Usbeck, Jens Schmidt, Dieter Krause

ESDA 2010; 519-529doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24777

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Topics: Engine design , Industrial ceramics , Motors , Ceramics , Friction , Tribology , Wear , Design , Mechanical testing , Circuits

An Elastic-Plastic Solver of the Wheel-Rail Contact

Constantin I. Ba˘rbiˆnt¸a˘, Sulleyman Yaldiz, Alina Dragomir, Spiridon S. Cret¸u

ESDA 2010; 531-538doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24793

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Topics: Rails , Wheels , Stress , Computers , Geometry , Pressure , Algorithms , Computer software , Deformation , Grinding

Data Fusion of Non Destructive Testing for Detection of Defects in Welding

R. Farzaneh, M. S. Safizadeh, M. Goodarzi, M. Seyrafi

ESDA 2010; 539-543doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24797

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Topics: Data fusion , Nondestructive evaluation , Welding

Modeling and Experimental Verification of a Novel SMA-Actuated Robotic Module

Alireza Hadi, Aghil Yousefi-Koma, Mohammad Elahinia, Majid M. Moghadam

ESDA 2010; 545-550doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24801

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Topics: Modeling , Robotics , Actuators , Springs , Deflection , Design , Hardware , Robots , Shape memory alloys , Simulation results

Surface Roughness Analysis in High Speed-Dry Turning of a Tool Steel

N. M. Vaxevanidis, N. I. Galanis, G. P. Petropoulos, N. Karalis, P. Vasilakakos, J. Sideris

ESDA 2010; 551-557doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24811

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Topics: Surface roughness , Tool steel , Turning , Machining , Wear , Aerospace industry , Cutting , Surface quality , Tungsten

Optimization of a Beam-Type IPMC Actuator Using Insects Swarm Intelligence Methods

Mahdi Abachizadeh, Aghil Yousefi-Koma, Masoud Shariatpanahi

ESDA 2010; 559-566doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24840

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Topics: Actuators , Optimization , Deflection , Cantilever beams , Design , Engineering disciplines , Metallic composites , Polymers

Effect of Thermal Growth on Vibration Behavior of Flexible Rotor System Mounted on MR Squeeze Film Damper

Hamed Ghaednia, Abdolreza Ohadi

ESDA 2010; 567-576doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24864

Abstract

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Topics: Dampers , Rotors , Vibration , Electric current , Steady state , Finite element model , Fluids , Frequency-domain analysis , Rotation , Temperature

Fatigue Behavior of Notched Aluminum Plates Repaired by Smart and Composite Patches

S. Mohammad Reza Khalili, Reza Eslami Farsani, Pasha Mojahedi

ESDA 2010; 577-583doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24893

Abstract

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Topics: Aluminum plate , Composite materials , Fatigue , Carbon , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Plates (structures) , Wire , Fatigue cracks , Computer simulation

Application of Appropriate Coatings on Extrusion Dies and Evaluation of Their Performance During Hot Extrusion of Aluminum

Antonios Lontos, George Demosthenous, Filippos Soukatzidis

ESDA 2010; 585-592doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24909

Abstract

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Topics: Aluminum , Coatings , Extruding , Finite element model , Temperature , Algorithms , Aluminum extrusions , Computer software , Containers , Friction

Microcutting of NiTiCu Alloy With Pulsed Fiber Laser

Sergio Arnaboldi, Paola Bassani, Carlo Alberto Biffi, Marco Carnevale, Nora Lecis, Antonietta Lo Conte, Barbara Previtali, Ausonio Tuissi

ESDA 2010; 593-602doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24943

Abstract

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Topics: Alloys , Fiber lasers , Lasers , Copper , Cutting , Differential scanning calorimetry , Laser cutting , Machinery , Nanoindentation , Nickel

Characterization of Two Types of Stainless Steels Recommended for Manufacturing Brine Recirculation Pumps

O. A. Abuzeid, A. I. Aljoboury, A.-H. I. Mourad, A. Alawar, M. Abou Zour

ESDA 2010; 603-607doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24980

Abstract

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Topics: Manufacturing , Pumps , Stainless steel , Nodular iron , Corrosion resistance , Electrochemical analysis , Service life (Equipment) , Stress corrosion cracking

Coatings Obtained by the Metal Directional Explosion Spraying Technique

Jonas Steponas Vilys

ESDA 2010; 609-614doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24985

Abstract

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Topics: Coatings , Explosions , Metals , Plasma spraying , Spraying (Coating processes) , Corrosion protection , Machinery , Wear resistance

Acoustic Emission and Fracture Characteristics of AISI D2 Tool Steel Tempered at Different Temperatures

M. Ahmadi Najafabadi, J. Teymuri Shandi

ESDA 2010; 615-620doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25008

Abstract

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Topics: Acoustic emissions , Fracture (Materials) , Temperature , Tool steel , Signals , Heat treating (Metalworking) , Tension , Annealing , Crack propagation , Hardening

Towards “Green Tribology”: Self-Organization at the Sliding Interface for Biomimetic Surfaces

Michael Nosonovsky

ESDA 2010; 621-625doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25047

Abstract

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Topics: Biomimetics , Self-organization , Tribology , Energy conservation , Friction , Lubrication , Nonequilibrium thermodynamics , Solar energy , Tidal turbines , Turbines

Effect of Processing Parameters on Thermo-Mechanically Affected Zone of Friction Stir Processed AZ91 Magnesium Alloy

M. Taherishargh, N. Parvin, P. Asadi

ESDA 2010; 627-631doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25056

Abstract

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Topics: Friction , Magnesium alloys , Grain size , Base metals

Influence of Chemical Structure on the Boundary Lubrication Properties of Vegetable Oils

Jagadeesh K. Mannekote, Satish V. Kailas

ESDA 2010; 633-637doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25070

Abstract

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Topics: Boundary lubrication , Vegetable oils , Oils , Petroleum , Temperature , Wear , Lubricants , Oxidation , Regulations , Sustainability

Characterization of Phase Transformation and Shape Memory Behavior of Ti-Ni 54.4 wt(%) by Heat and Thermal Treatments

Cristina Urbina, Silvia De la Flor, Francesc Gispert-Guirado, Albert Fabregat, Francesc Ferrando

ESDA 2010; 639-646doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25071

Abstract

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Topics: Heat , Phase transitions , Shapes , Heat treating (Metalworking) , Temperature , Computer software , Nickel titanium alloys , Stress , Weight (Mass) , Wire

Identification of the Mechanical Properties of Composite Materials by Inverse Analysis

Mauro Filippini

ESDA 2010; 647-654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25101

Abstract

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Topics: Composite materials , Mechanical properties , Laminates , Elasticity , Anisotropy , Carbon fibers , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Errors , Optimization

Analytical and Numerical Investigation on Eccentric Journal Bearing

M. Omran Shobi, R. Ghafoori Ahangar, A. Eskandari

ESDA 2010; 655-664doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25153

Abstract

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Topics: Journal bearings , Lubricants , Boundary-value problems , Numerical analysis , Pressure , Algebra , Computer simulation , Computer software , Cylinders , Flow (Dynamics)

Design of Novel Nanocomposite Nitride Coatings for Severe Tribological Applications

A. Erdemir, O. L. Eryilmaz, M. Urgen, M. K. Kazmanli, V. Ezirmik

ESDA 2010; 665-669doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25262

Abstract

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Topics: Coatings , Design , Nanocomposites , Tribology , Friction , Composite materials , Crystals , Engines , Lubrication , Machinery

Mechanical Characterization of Fiber Fabrics

Iulian-Gabriel Birsan, Adrian Circiumaru, Vasile Bria, Igor Roman, Victor Ungureanu

ESDA 2010; 671-674doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25300

Abstract

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Topics: Fibers , Textiles , Carbon , Polymers , Composite materials , Rubber , Stability , Aerospace industry , Carbon black pigments , Carbon fibers

Tribological Characterization of Particulate Composites

Vasile Bria, Iulian-Gabriel Birsan, Adrian Circiumaru, Victor Ungureanu, Igor Roman

ESDA 2010; 675-678doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25302

Abstract

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Topics: Composite materials , Particulate matter , Tribology , Polymers , Fillers (Materials) , Ferrites (Magnetic materials) , Forming techniques , Carbon , Carbon nanotubes , Design

Some Properties of Stratified Composites

Adrian Circiumaru, Vasile Bria, Iulian-Gabriel Birsan, Gabriel Andrei, Dumitru Dima

ESDA 2010; 679-682doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25303

Abstract

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Topics: Composite materials , Fillers (Materials) , Mechanical properties , Filled polymers , Laminates , Textiles , Aerospace industry , Bending strength , Carbon , Circuits

Surface Characterization of Polymer Composite Using Bearing Area Curve

Lorena Deleanu, Gabriel Andrei, Laura Maftei

ESDA 2010; 683-692doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25330

Abstract

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Topics: Bearings , Polymer composites , Surface characterization , Composite materials , Disks , Fluids , Tribology , Carbon , Friction , Glass

Influence of Testing Parameters on the Surface Quality of Steel Roller-Roller System Under Grease Lubrication

Nicoale Diaconu, Lorena Deleanu, Iulian Gabriel Biˆrsan

ESDA 2010; 693-700doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25347

Abstract

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Topics: Lubrication , Rollers , Steel , Surface quality , Testing , Lubricants , Stress , Durability , Friction , Low temperature

Bioengineering and Biomedical Technology

Role of Rheological Parameters in Blood-Endothelial Nano-Scale Interactions

Abdullah A. Alshorman

ESDA 2010; 701-715doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24112

Abstract

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Topics: Adhesion , Blood , Hemorheology , Nanoscale phenomena , Rheology , Shear rate

Introduction to a Type of Resin-Reinforced Rapid Prototyping Transtibial Socket

L. H. Hsu, C. T. Lu, G. F. Huang, J. T. Chen, W. C. Chuang, H. S. Shih

ESDA 2010; 717-723doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24155

Abstract

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Topics: Rapid prototyping , Resins

Mechanical Design and Prototyping Considerations for an Intramedullary Nail for Extending Bone Sections

A. Fethi Okyar, Koray K. Safak, Nilufer Egrican

ESDA 2010; 725-732doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24286

Abstract

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Topics: Bone , Design engineering , Intramedullary rods , Orthopedics

Controllability and Maintenance of Human Trunk Response Surface for Isometric Extension Strength

M. R. Azghani, F. Farahmand, A. Meghdari, F. Hakkak, M. Parnianpour

ESDA 2010; 733-738doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24313

Abstract

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Topics: Maintenance , Response surface methodology , Muscle , Design , Dynamometers , Torque

Medical Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing: Status and Outlook

Peristera Alabey, Menelaos Pappas, John Kechagias, Stergios Maropoulos

ESDA 2010; 739-745doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24361

Abstract

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Topics: Biomedicine , Manufacturing , Rapid prototyping , Magnetic resonance imaging , Computerized tomography , Engineering prototypes , Neurosurgery , Orthopedics , Product development , Surgery

Trajectory Planning of Spine Motion During Flexion Using a Stability-Based Optimization

Majid Khorsand Vakilzadeh, Hassan Salarieh, Mohsen Asghari, Mohamad Parnianpour

ESDA 2010; 747-755doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24371

Abstract

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Topics: Optimization , Stability , Torque , Trajectories (Physics)

A Numerical Investigation on Pulsatile Blood Flow Through Consecutive Axi-Symmetric Stenosis in Coronary Artery

Seyed Mohammad Javid Mahmoudzadeh Akherat, Morteza Kimiaghalam

ESDA 2010; 757-765doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24534

Abstract

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Topics: Blood flow , Coronary arteries , Shear stress , Blood , Flow (Dynamics) , Atherosclerosis , Displacement , Laminar flow , Pulsatile flow , Rupture

Optimal Fiducial Configuration in Image-Guided Neurosurgery Using a Genetic Algorithm

Laura Gastaldi, Alessandro Battezzato, Claudio Bernucci, Marco Mannino, Stefano Pastorelli

ESDA 2010; 767-774doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24603

Abstract

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Topics: Genetic algorithms , Neurosurgery , Three-dimensional models , Computerized tomography , Errors , Magnetic resonance , Space

Investigating the Relationships Between Full Spinal Curvatures and Falls in the Ageing Population

B. Serpil Acar, Behzat B. Kentel, Memis Acar

ESDA 2010; 775-778doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24732

Abstract

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Topics: Data collection , Fittings , Fourier series , Risk

Numerical Simulation of the Hemodynamics in 6 mm and 6–8 mm Hemodialysis Grafts and Investigation of Biomechanical Consequences

Mohammad Sarmast, Hanieh Niroomand Oscuii, Farzan Ghalichi, Ehsan Samiei

ESDA 2010; 779-788doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-24804

Abstract

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Topics: Biomechanics , Computer simulation , Hemodialysis , Hemodynamics , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Blood flow , Boundary-value problems , Computer software , Drainage

Effects of Geometric Hystersis in Lung Deformation on Irreversibility in Trajectories of Fine Inhaled Particles

Mohsen Zendehbad, Mohammad S. Saidi, Mahdi Sani

ESDA 2010; 789-796doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25116

Abstract

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Topics: Deformation , Drug delivery systems , Lung , Particulate matter

Muscle Synergies Based on a Biomechanical Biaxial Isometric Shoulder Model Minimizing Fatigue

Mohamadreza Nassajian Moghadam, Kamiar Aminian, Mohsen Asghari, Mohammad Parnianpour

ESDA 2010; 797-804doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25230

Abstract

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Topics: Biomechanics , Fatigue , Muscle , Torque

Visualisation of Burring Operation in Virtual Surgery Simulation

Esin Onbasıog˘lu, Bas¸ar Atalay, Dionysis Goularas, Ahu H. Soydan, Koray K. S¸afak, Fethi Okyar

ESDA 2010; 805-812doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25233

Abstract

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Topics: Haptics , Simulation , Surgery , Visualization

Monte Carlo Simulation of Spine Geometry From T12 to Sacrum in Males

Koushiar Komeilizadeh, Mohsen Asghari, Juho-Antti Junno, Mohamad Parnianpour

ESDA 2010; 813-820doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25254

Abstract

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Topics: Geometry , Simulation

Micro-Scale Numerical Model of Bovine Cortical Bone: Analysis of Plasticity Localization

Adel A. Abdel-Wahab, Angelo R. Maligno, Vadim V. Silberschmidt

ESDA 2010; 821-829doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25329

Abstract

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Topics: Bone , Computer simulation , Finite element analysis , Microscale devices , Plasticity

The Use of Schwartz Geometries for Scaffold Design in Tissue Engineering Applications

Henrique A. Almeida, Paulo J. Ba´rtolo

ESDA 2010; 831-838doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25385

Abstract

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Topics: Design , Tissue engineering , Biological tissues , Porosity , Simulation , Architecture , Biocompatibility , Biodegradation , Biomanufacturing , Blood flow

Isoprenaline and Atropine Effect on Atrial Arrhythmias Study

Anita Ahmad, Fernando S. Schlindwein, Jiun H. Tuan, G. Andre Ng

ESDA 2010; 839-842doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25416

Abstract

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Topics: Arrhythmias

Computer Assisted Simulation Model for Cryoablation of Prostate Cancer Including the Possible Injury of Rectum

Chih-Wei Chen, Hong-Sen Kou, Hsueh-Erh Liu, Cheng-Keng Chuang, Li-Jen Wang

ESDA 2010; 843-850doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2010-25449

Abstract

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Topics: Cancer , Computers , Simulation models , Wounds , Computer software , Probes , Bioheat transfer , Imaging , Magnetic resonance imaging , Temperature distribution

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