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

Topics: Brakes , Event history analysis , Reliability , Delays , Design , Failure data , Failure mechanisms , Failure mode and effects analysis , Finite element analysis , Hydraulic brakes

Modeling Performance of a Production Line and Optimizing Its Efficiency by Means of Genetic Algorithm

Tomasz Bartkowiak, Andrzej Gessner

ESDA 2014; V003T10A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20141

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View Articletitled, Modeling Performance of a Production Line and Optimizing Its Efficiency by Means of Genetic Algorithm

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Topics: Assembly lines , Genetic algorithms , Modeling , Statistical distributions , Conveyor systems , Failure , Machinery , Maintenance , Polishing equipment , Approximation

Risk-Based Stability Assessment of a Gantry Crane

Bin Xu, Zhongjian Yu, Yuqing Yang, Xiaoying Tang, Tao Zhang

ESDA 2014; V003T10A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20255

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View Articletitled, Risk-Based Stability Assessment of a Gantry Crane

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Topics: Gantry cranes , Risk , Stability , Finite element analysis , Algorithms , Artificial neural networks , Buckling , Design , Finite element methods , Finite element model

Multiobjective Pareto-Based Optimization of pMUT Hydrophone With Piezoelectric Active Diaphragm

Sergey Shevtsov, Shun-Hsyung (Stephen) Chang, Valery Kalinchuk, Igor Zhilyaev, Maria Shevtsova

ESDA 2014; V003T10A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20281

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View Articletitled, Multiobjective Pareto-Based Optimization of pMUT Hydrophone With Piezoelectric Active Diaphragm

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Topics: Acoustics , Design , Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Dimensions , Electromagnetic spectrum , Finite element analysis , Frequency response , Membranes , Microelectromechanical systems

Optimization of Machining Surplus Distribution Relative to Hardness of the Machined Surface

Andrzej Gessner, Roman Staniek, Waldemar Adam

ESDA 2014; V003T10A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20370

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View Articletitled, Optimization of Machining Surplus Distribution Relative to Hardness of the Machined Surface

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Topics: Machining , Optimization , Casting , Bearings , Dimensions , Etching , Exterior walls , Iron , Iron casting (Process) , Milling

Technology Solution for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises

Milan Rafaj, Stefan Valcuha

ESDA 2014; V003T10A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20374

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View Articletitled, Technology Solution for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises

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Topics: Chain , Cycles , Design , Gates (Closures) , Knowledge management , Life cycle management , Modeling , Process management (Business automation) , Sustainability

Visualising, Analysing, and Managing the Design Factory

Apurva K. Sinha, Matt Weaver, Stephen G. Morgan

ESDA 2014; V003T10A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20393

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View Articletitled, Visualising, Analysing, and Managing the Design Factory

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Topics: Design , Design engineering , Engineering design processes , Flow (Dynamics) , Manufacturing , Product development , Root cause analysis

Special Design Consideration for Agitators With Example of Repeated Breakdowns

Samuel M. Thomas

ESDA 2014; V003T10A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20401

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View Articletitled, Special Design Consideration for Agitators With Example of Repeated Breakdowns

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Topics: Breakdown (Electricity) , Design , Failure , Fluids , Blades , Analytical design , Bending (Stress) , Downtime , Fatigue , Fertilizers

Design and Development of Instrumentation and Data Acquisition for a Photovoltaic Driven Community Scale RO Desalination System and its Performance Studies

Naseer Ahmad, Anwar Khalil Sheikh, Mostafa Elshafie, Hussain Al-Qahtani

ESDA 2014; V003T10A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20403

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View Articletitled, Design and Development of Instrumentation and Data Acquisition for a Photovoltaic Driven Community Scale RO Desalination System and its Performance Studies

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Topics: Data acquisition , Design , Instrumentation , Flow (Dynamics) , Photovoltaic power systems , Energy consumption , Feedwater , Filters , Filtration , Pumps

Applying Novel Future-Internet-Based Supply Chain Control Towers to the Transport and Logistics Domain

Cyril Alias, Mandar Jawale, Alexander Goudz, Bernd Noche

ESDA 2014; V003T10A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20422

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View Articletitled, Applying Novel Future-Internet-Based Supply Chain Control Towers to the Transport and Logistics Domain

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Topics: Internet , Logistics , Supply chains , Transparency , Decision making , Manifolds

Application of Structural Integrity Concepts to NPP Piping and Equipment During Design, Commissioning and Operation

Alexey Arzhaev, Sergey Sivakov, Kirill Arzhaev, Sergey Butorin, Valentin Makhanev

ESDA 2014; V003T10A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20436

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View Articletitled, Application of Structural Integrity Concepts to NPP Piping and Equipment During Design, Commissioning and Operation

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Topics: Design , Nuclear power stations , Pipes , Safety , Cycles , Light water reactors , Corrosion , Failure , Flow (Dynamics) , Leak-before-break

SBAT: A Stochastic BPMN Analysis Tool

Luke T. Herbert, Zaza Hansen, Peter Jacobsen

ESDA 2014; V003T10A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20437

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View Articletitled, SBAT: A Stochastic BPMN Analysis Tool

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Topics: Computation , Computer software , Design , Modeling , Prisms (Optics) , Stochastic systems , Workflow

Modeling and Simulation of Technological Assembly Process With Utilization of MTBF Parameter

Olaf Ciszak

ESDA 2014; V003T10A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20457

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Simulation of Technological Assembly Process With Utilization of MTBF Parameter

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Topics: Manufacturing , Modeling , Simulation , Automobiles , Automotive brakes , Failure , Performance , Simulation models

Static and Dynamic Handling Stability of Server Rack Computers

Budy D. Notohardjono, Robert Sanders

ESDA 2014; V003T10A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20473

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View Articletitled, Static and Dynamic Handling Stability of Server Rack Computers

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Topics: Computers , Server racks , Stability , Dynamic stability , Static stability , Dimensions , Finite element analysis , Forklifts , Modeling , Center of mass

A Mobile Augmented Reality Framework for Inspection and Visualization During Fatigue Tests

Guido Maria Re, Md. Kharshiduzzaman, Monica Bordegoni, Andrea Bernasconi, Luca Francesco Anodio, Lorenzo Comolli, Francesco Braghin

ESDA 2014; V003T10A017https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20512

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View Articletitled, A Mobile Augmented Reality Framework for Inspection and Visualization During Fatigue Tests

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Topics: Fatigue testing , Inspection , Visualization , Fracture (Materials)

Cutting Tools Offset in Lathe Machines Using a Modern Heuristic Technique

Dhafar Al-Ani, Saeid Habibi

ESDA 2014; V003T10A018https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20520

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View Articletitled, Cutting Tools Offset in Lathe Machines Using a Modern Heuristic Technique

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Topics: Cutting tools , Machinery , Optimal control , Algorithms , Modeling , Particle swarm optimization , Stepper motors

Engineer Solutions Decreasing Seepage Losses From Enguri Pressure Tunnel

M. Kalabegishvili

ESDA 2014; V003T10A019https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20533

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View Articletitled, Engineer Solutions Decreasing Seepage Losses From Enguri Pressure Tunnel

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Topics: Engineers , Pressure , Seepage (Hydrology) , Tunnels , Linings (Textiles) , Grouting , Design , Concretes , Reservoirs , Fracture (Materials)

Heat Transfer and Thermal Engineering

Computational Investigations of Thermal Simulation of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger

Mahmoud Galal Yehia, Ahmed A. A. Attia, Osama Ezzat Abdelatif, Essam E. Khalil

ESDA 2014; V003T12A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20005

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View Articletitled, Computational Investigations of Thermal Simulation of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger

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Topics: Heat exchangers , Shells , Simulation , Turbulence , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Equilibrium (Physics) , Fluid dynamics , Friction , Heat transfer

Modeling Temperature Development of Li-Ion Battery Packs Using Phase Change Materials (PCM) and Fluid Flow

Paul T. Coman, Christian T. Veje

ESDA 2014; V003T12A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20052

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View Articletitled, Modeling Temperature Development of Li-Ion Battery Packs Using Phase Change Materials (PCM) and Fluid Flow

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Topics: Fluid dynamics , Lithium-ion batteries , Modeling , Phase change materials , Temperature , Batteries , Heat , Dynamic models , Flow (Dynamics)

The Effect of Contact Ratio on the Cooling Performance of an Aluminum-Foam Heat Sink With a Solid Aluminum Core

Wei-Hung Shih, Chin-Chia Liu, Wen-Hsin Hsieh

ESDA 2014; V003T12A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20054

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View Articletitled, The Effect of Contact Ratio on the Cooling Performance of an Aluminum-Foam Heat Sink With a Solid Aluminum Core

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Topics: Aluminum , Cooling , Heat sinks , Electronic components , Temperature , Cylinders , Fluids , Heat transfer , Metal foams

CFD Aided Design of Heat Transfer Plates for Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers

Ece Özkaya, Selin Aradag, Sadik Kakac

ESDA 2014; V003T12A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20063

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View Articletitled, CFD Aided Design of Heat Transfer Plates for Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Plates (structures) , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Pressure drop , Temperature , Boundary-value problems

The Effects of Groundwater Flow on Vertical-Borehole Ground Source Heat Pump Systems

Ayako Funabiki, Masahito Oguma, Taisei Yabuki, Takao Kakizaki

ESDA 2014; V003T12A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20065

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View Articletitled, The Effects of Groundwater Flow on Vertical-Borehole Ground Source Heat Pump Systems

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Groundwater , Heat pumps , Gravel , Heat flux , Porosity , Thermal conductivity , Design , Forced convection , Heat exchangers

Application of Differential Quadrature Method and Evolutionary Algorithm to MHD Fully Developed Flow of a Couple-Stress Fluid in a Vertical Channel With Viscous Dissipation and Oscillating Wall Temperature

Melih Fidanoglu, Elgiz Baskaya, Guven Komurgoz, Ibrahim Ozkol

ESDA 2014; V003T12A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20137

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View Articletitled, Application of Differential Quadrature Method and Evolutionary Algorithm to MHD Fully Developed Flow of a Couple-Stress Fluid in a Vertical Channel With Viscous Dissipation and Oscillating Wall Temperature

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Topics: Energy dissipation , Evolutionary algorithms , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Magnetohydrodynamics , Stress , Wall temperature , Temperature , Heat , Heat flux

Modelling and Simulation of Regenerators With Complex Flow Arrangements for Active Magnetocaloric Refrigeration

Tian Lei, Kaspar K. Nielsen, Kurt Engelbrecht

ESDA 2014; V003T12A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20146

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View Articletitled, Modelling and Simulation of Regenerators With Complex Flow Arrangements for Active Magnetocaloric Refrigeration

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Refrigeration , Simulation , Cooling , Pressure drop , Compression , Design , Geometry , Magnetic fields

An Arithmetic Correction for Avoiding Non-Uniform Heat Input Distribution Caused by Translational Motions Within Time-Discrete Thermal Analyses

Marian Partzsch, Michael Beitelschmidt

ESDA 2014; V003T12A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20239

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View Articletitled, An Arithmetic Correction for Avoiding Non-Uniform Heat Input Distribution Caused by Translational Motions Within Time-Discrete Thermal Analyses

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Topics: Heat , Thermal analysis , Algorithms , Displacement , Errors , Finishes , Stress , Transients (Dynamics)

Transient Free Convection in a Rectangular Water-Filled Enclosure

Vadim Dubovsky, Yonatan Kugler, Nimrod Maoz, Ruth Letan

ESDA 2014; V003T12A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20256

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View Articletitled, Transient Free Convection in a Rectangular Water-Filled Enclosure

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Topics: Natural convection , Transients (Dynamics) , Water , Containers , Temperature , Boundary layers , Computer simulation , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids

Development of an Experimental Facility Towards Sound Excitation Effects on Forced Convection Heat Transfer

Beni Cukurel, Claudio Selcan, Judah Shashank

ESDA 2014; V003T12A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20280

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View Articletitled, Development of an Experimental Facility Towards Sound Excitation Effects on Forced Convection Heat Transfer

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Topics: Excitation , Forced convection , Acoustics , Convection , Heat transfer , Boundary layer turbulence , Errors , Flow (Dynamics) , Liquid crystals , Oscillations

Research on External and Internal Induction Heating Effectiveness of Injection Molds by Means of Thermovision Measurements

Krzysztof Mrozek, Roman Staniek, Marek Szostak

ESDA 2014; V003T12A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20317

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View Articletitled, Research on External and Internal Induction Heating Effectiveness of Injection Molds by Means of Thermovision Measurements

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Topics: Electromagnetic induction , Heating , Inductors , Boundary-value problems , Cavities , Diesel , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Generators , Heat transfer , Hinges

Thermodynamic Analysis of a Compressed Air Energy Storage Facility Exporting Compression Heat to an External Heat Load

Hossein Safaei, Michael J. Aziz

ESDA 2014; V003T12A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20412

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View Articletitled, Thermodynamic Analysis of a Compressed Air Energy Storage Facility Exporting Compression Heat to an External Heat Load

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Topics: Compressed air , Compression , Energy storage , Heat , Stress , Fuels , Compressors , Electric load , Energy dissipation , Exergy

Exact Solutions of a Class of Two-Phase Stefan Problems in Heterogeneous Cylinders and Spheres

Olawanle P. Layeni, Olusoji Ilori, Ebenezer O. B. Ajayi

ESDA 2014; V003T12A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20418

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View Articletitled, Exact Solutions of a Class of Two-Phase Stefan Problems in Heterogeneous Cylinders and Spheres

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Topics: Cylinders , Dimensions , Temperature

Thickness Optimization of Polyurethane Floor Insulation Based on Analysis of the Heat Transfer in a Multi-Layer

Ali Moosavi, Mohammad Hassan Saidi, Milad Reshadi

ESDA 2014; V003T12A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20441

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View Articletitled, Thickness Optimization of Polyurethane Floor Insulation Based on Analysis of the Heat Transfer in a Multi-Layer

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Topics: Heat transfer , Insulation , Optimization , Urethane elastomers , Temperature , Asphalt , Boundary-value problems , Differential equations , Eigenvalues , Fluctuations (Physics)

A Numerical Model to Investigate Evaporative Condensers Behaviour at Tube Scale

Maria Fiorentino, Giuseppe Starace

ESDA 2014; V003T12A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20483

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View Articletitled, A Numerical Model to Investigate Evaporative Condensers Behaviour at Tube Scale

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Topics: Computer simulation , Condensers (steam plant) , Heat transfer coefficients , Heat , Temperature , Water , Compressors , Heat exchangers , Latent heat , Mass transfer

Local Thermal Non-Equilibrium in Mixed Convection in Channels Partially Heated at Uniform Heat Flux Filled With a Porous Medium

Bernardo Buonomo, Oronzio Manca, Paolo Mesolella, Sergio Nardini

ESDA 2014; V003T12A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20538

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View Articletitled, Local Thermal Non-Equilibrium in Mixed Convection in Channels Partially Heated at Uniform Heat Flux Filled With a Porous Medium

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Topics: Equilibrium (Physics) , Heat flux , Mixed convection , Porous materials , Fluids , Temperature , Aluminum , Approximation , Metal foams , Numerical analysis

Influence of Drying Conditions and Mathematical Models on the Thin-Layer Drying of Mushrooms

A. Stegou-Sagia, D. V. Fragkou

ESDA 2014; V003T12A017https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20554

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View Articletitled, Influence of Drying Conditions and Mathematical Models on the Thin-Layer Drying of Mushrooms

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Topics: Drying , Mass transfer , Temperature , Design , Diffusion (Physics) , Dryers , Fluidized beds , Heat

Using Iterative Code for Thermal Performance Prediction of Concentric Tube Heat Exchanger: Parametric Analysis

Mohamad Ramadan, Mahmoud Khaled, Ali Al Shaer, Mohamad Hammoud, Hicham El Hage

ESDA 2014; V003T12A018https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20594

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View Articletitled, Using Iterative Code for Thermal Performance Prediction of Concentric Tube Heat Exchanger: Parametric Analysis

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Topics: Heat exchangers , Flow (Dynamics) , Computation , Fluids , Heat transfer coefficients , Numerical analysis , Temperature

Materials and Tribology

Prediction of the Rolling Contact Fatigue Behavior of Pre-Indented Hybrid Bearings

Corentin Robitaille, Daniel Nelias, Emmanuel Tonicello, Thibaut Chaise

ESDA 2014; V003T14A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20090

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View Articletitled, Prediction of the Rolling Contact Fatigue Behavior of Pre-Indented Hybrid Bearings

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Topics: Bearings , Fatigue , Rolling contact , Fracture (Materials) , Steel , Simulation , Analytical methods , Ball bearings , Ceramics , Cycles

Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Rough Contact With Fractal and Statistical Surface Generation

Soheil Solhjoo, Antonis I. Vakis

ESDA 2014; V003T14A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20107

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View Articletitled, Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Rough Contact With Fractal and Statistical Surface Generation

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Topics: Fractals , Molecular dynamics simulation , Surface roughness , Molecular dynamics , Nanoscale phenomena , Nickel , Pressure , Tribology

Film/Substrate Adhesion Assessment by Scratch Tests Performed With Different Indenters

Vincent Le Houérou, Leandro Jacomine, Christian Gauthier

ESDA 2014; V003T14A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20121

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View Articletitled, Film/Substrate Adhesion Assessment by Scratch Tests Performed With Different Indenters

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Topics: Adhesion , Coatings , Fracture (Process) , Brittleness , Damage , Deformation , Delamination , Energy budget (Physics) , Glass , Materials properties

Tribological Study of PMMA/Carbon Nanocomposites for Antifriction Coatings

A. Al-Kawaz, A. Rubin, I. Janowska, C. Pham-Huu, P. Mésini, C. Gauthier

ESDA 2014; V003T14A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20125

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View Articletitled, Tribological Study of PMMA/Carbon Nanocomposites for Antifriction Coatings

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Topics: Carbon , Coatings , Nanocomposites , Tribology , Fillers (Materials) , Die cutting , Polymers , Shearing (Deformation) , Stiffness

A New Methodology for the Experimental Study of Scuffing on Gears for Advanced Applications

Ida Bartilotta, Marco Strambi, Enrico Ciulli, Michele Gravina

ESDA 2014; V003T14A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20194

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View Articletitled, A New Methodology for the Experimental Study of Scuffing on Gears for Advanced Applications

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Topics: Gears , Aerospace industry , Collaboration , Design , Engines , Stress , Sustainability , Testing

Friction of Rough Soft Matter Contacts: Local Investigations Through Image Correlation Technique

Vincent Le Houérou, Fabrice Morestin, Christian Gauthier, Marie-Christine Baietto

ESDA 2014; V003T14A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20204

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View Articletitled, Friction of Rough Soft Matter Contacts: Local Investigations Through Image Correlation Technique

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Topics: Friction , Surface roughness , Adhesion , Micromanipulation , Plasticity , Reliability , Roads , Tires , Viscous flow

Effect of Microstructure on Mechanical Properties and Abrasive Wear Behavior of Low Carbon Dual-Phase Steels

Mehmet Çağrı Tüzemen, Elmas Salamci

ESDA 2014; V003T14A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20231

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View Articletitled, Effect of Microstructure on Mechanical Properties and Abrasive Wear Behavior of Low Carbon Dual-Phase Steels

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Topics: Carbon , Mechanical properties , Steel , Wear , Annealing , Elongation , Temperature , Wear testing

Fretting Wear of Coated Surfaces Under Gross Slip Conditions

H. Jerbi, D. Nelias, M-C. Baietto

ESDA 2014; V003T14A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20264

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View Articletitled, Fretting Wear of Coated Surfaces Under Gross Slip Conditions

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Topics: Wear , Accounting , Blades , Coatings , Compressors , Computer simulation , Damage , Design , Disks , High pressure (Physics)

Mechanical Property and Microstructural Characterization of AISI 304L: Application Spot Welding

Zehra Sidhoum, Rabah Ferhoum, Madjid Almansba

ESDA 2014; V003T14A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20379

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View Articletitled, Mechanical Property and Microstructural Characterization of AISI 304L: Application Spot Welding

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Welding , Steel , Vickers hardness testing , Annealing , Ductility , Martensitic transformations , Mechanical behavior , Optical microscopy , Plasticity

Uniform Equations in the Inlet and Exit Zones of Heavily Loaded Point EHL Contacts Involved in Various Steady Motions

Ilya I. Kudish

ESDA 2014; V003T14A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20388

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View Articletitled, Uniform Equations in the Inlet and Exit Zones of Heavily Loaded Point EHL Contacts Involved in Various Steady Motions

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Topics: Film thickness , Flow (Dynamics) , Lubricants , Lubrication , Spin (Aerodynamics) , Spinning (Textile)

A Comparative Study of Multiaxial High-Cycle Fatigue Criteria Applied to Rough Rolling Contacts

Laure Berthe, Philippe Sainsot, Antonius Adrianus Lubrecht, Marie-Christine Baietto

ESDA 2014; V003T14A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20396

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View Articletitled, A Comparative Study of Multiaxial High-Cycle Fatigue Criteria Applied to Rough Rolling Contacts

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Topics: High cycle fatigue , Surface roughness , Stress , Fatigue , Fatigue damage , Damage , Torsion

Improvement of the Welding Inspection Process for Projects in the Oil and Gas Industry Using Six Sigma Methodology

Muhannad A. Yousef, Khalid Al-Omairi, Abdul-Ilah Al-Shehri, Anthony E. Kakpovbia

ESDA 2014; V003T14A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20442

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View Articletitled, Improvement of the Welding Inspection Process for Projects in the Oil and Gas Industry Using Six Sigma Methodology

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Topics: Inspection , Petroleum industry , Welding

Thermal Properties of Polymer-Metal Composites

Marek Szostak, Jacek Andrzejewski

ESDA 2014; V003T14A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20506

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View Articletitled, Thermal Properties of Polymer-Metal Composites

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Topics: Composite materials , Metals , Polymers , Thermal properties , Bronze , Fillers (Materials) , Thermal diffusivity , Weight (Mass) , Extruding , Metallic composites

Rotational Molding Applied to the Manufacturing of Blades of Small Wind Turbine

M. Dolores Marrero, Pedro Hernández, Luis Suárez, David Pestana, Antonio Benítez, José Martín, Silvia Rivero, Estela Calero

ESDA 2014; V003T14A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20539

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View Articletitled, Rotational Molding Applied to the Manufacturing of Blades of Small Wind Turbine

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Topics: Blades , Manufacturing , Molding , Wind turbines , Design , Generators , Turbines , Wind , Economics , Governments

Microstructure and Hardness of Friction Stir Weld Bead on Steel Plate Using W-25%Re Pin Tool

Z. Iqbal, A. N. Shuaib, F. Al-Badour, N. Merah, A. Bazoune

ESDA 2014; V003T14A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20546

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View Articletitled, Microstructure and Hardness of Friction Stir Weld Bead on Steel Plate Using W-25%Re Pin Tool

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Topics: Friction , Steel , Alloys , Welding , Tungsten , Wear , Brittleness , Diffusion (Physics) , Fracture toughness , High temperature

Cracks Susceptibility Elimination in Fiber Laser Cladding of Ni-Based Alloy With Addition of Tungsten Carbides

Stefano Zarini, Barbara Previtali, Maurizio Vedani, Ludovica Rovatti

ESDA 2014; V003T14A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20623

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View Articletitled, Cracks Susceptibility Elimination in Fiber Laser Cladding of Ni-Based Alloy With Addition of Tungsten Carbides

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Topics: Alloys , Cladding systems (Building) , Fiber lasers , Fracture (Materials) , Tungsten , Screws , Wear , Corrosion , Corrosion resistance , Friction

Measurement of Oil Film Thickness in Cylindrical Roller Bearing by Ultrasound

Kai Zhang, Qingfeng Meng, Wei Zhao

ESDA 2014; V003T14A017https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20632

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View Articletitled, Measurement of Oil Film Thickness in Cylindrical Roller Bearing by Ultrasound

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Topics: Film thickness , Roller bearings , Ultrasound , Reflectance , Bearings , Elastohydrodynamic lubrication , Rollers , Springs , Stress

Mechatronics

Mechatronic Modeling and Optimization of the Structural Layout of the Electric Arc Furnace

Eugenio G. M. Brusa, Stefano Morsut

ESDA 2014; V003T15A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20032

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View Articletitled, Mechatronic Modeling and Optimization of the Structural Layout of the Electric Arc Furnace

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Topics: Electric arc furnaces , Modeling , Optimization , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Finite element methods , Melting , Vibration , Design , Electrodes , Magnetic induction

Image-Based Versus Signal-Based Sensors for Machine Fault Detection and Isolation

Heshan Fernando, Vedang Chauhan, Brian Surgenor

ESDA 2014; V003T15A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20102

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View Articletitled, Image-Based Versus Signal-Based Sensors for Machine Fault Detection and Isolation

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Topics: Flaw detection , Machinery , Sensors , Signals , Manufacturing , Resolution (Optics) , Switches

Experimental Kinematics of a Special Shape Actuator

Alberto Borboni, Stefano Pandini, Danilo Cambiaghi, Matteo Lancini, Riccardo Adamini, Rodolfo Faglia, Ileana Bodini, David Vetturi, Luca Dassa, Theonis Riccò, Micaela Degli Espositi, Katia Paderni, Massimo Messori, Francesco Pilati, Maurizio Toselli

ESDA 2014; V003T15A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20106

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View Articletitled, Experimental Kinematics of a Special Shape Actuator

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Topics: Actuators , Kinematics , Shapes , Temperature , Annulus , Melting , Biocompatibility , Biomedicine , Calibration , Cooling

Forces in Liquid Metal Contacts

Lars Duggen, Stefan Mátéfi-Tempfli

ESDA 2014; V003T15A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20114

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View Articletitled, Forces in Liquid Metal Contacts

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Topics: Liquid metals , Electrodes , Bridges (Structures) , Gallium , Gravity (Force) , Wetting

Comparing Interface Elements on a Tablet for Intuitive Teleoperation of a Mobile Manipulator

David A. Lopez, Jared A. Frank, Vikram Kapila

ESDA 2014; V003T15A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20126

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View Articletitled, Comparing Interface Elements on a Tablet for Intuitive Teleoperation of a Mobile Manipulator

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Topics: Manipulators , Robots , Human-robot interaction , Mobile robots , Sensors

A Wearable Interface for Intuitive Control of Robotic Manipulators Without User Training

Vinicius B. P. Fernandes, Jared A. Frank, Vikram Kapila

ESDA 2014; V003T15A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20128

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Wearable Interface for Intuitive Control of Robotic Manipulators Without User Training

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Topics: Manipulators , Computers , Control equipment , Design , Kinematics , Robots

Performing Difficult Teleoperation Tasks Using Dominant Metaphors of Interaction

Jared A. Frank, Vikram Kapila

ESDA 2014; V003T15A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20133

Abstract

View Articletitled, Performing Difficult Teleoperation Tasks Using Dominant Metaphors of Interaction

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Topics: Creativity , Design , User interfaces

Investigations on the Performance of a Mechatronic System for Water Well Rehabilitation Using High Power Ultrasonics

Robert Brehm, Peer Locher, Johan Linderberg

ESDA 2014; V003T15A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20138

Abstract

View Articletitled, Investigations on the Performance of a Mechatronic System for Water Well Rehabilitation Using High Power Ultrasonics

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Topics: Ultrasonics , Water wells , Ultrasonic cleaning , Engineering prototypes , Groundwater , Ultrasound , Water supply

Design of an Active Smart Damper for Vibration Suppression

Marco Bassetti, Simone Cinquemani, Ferruccio Resta

ESDA 2014; V003T15A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20172

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design of an Active Smart Damper for Vibration Suppression

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Topics: Dampers , Design , Vibration suppression , Actuators , Electronics , Feedback , Sensors , Signals , Vibration

A Multi-Body Model of a Mechanical Transmission to Simulate Failures on Bearings

Simone Cinquemani, Carlo Gorla, Francesco Rosa, Edoardo Sabbioni, Emanuele Osto

ESDA 2014; V003T15A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20175

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Multi-Body Model of a Mechanical Transmission to Simulate Failures on Bearings

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Topics: Bearings , Failure , Mechanical drives , Algorithms , Condition monitoring , Computer simulation , Databases , Machinery , Reliability , Rolling mills

Preliminary Study on Automated Concrete Bridge Inspection

Hermes Giberti, Andrea Zanoni, Marco Mauri, Massimo Gammino

ESDA 2014; V003T15A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20189

Abstract

View Articletitled, Preliminary Study on Automated Concrete Bridge Inspection

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Topics: Concrete bridges , Inspection , Design , Railroad passenger cars , Electronic systems , Engineering prototypes , Geometry , Lasers , Vehicles

Development of a Computer Vision Tracking System for Automated 3D Reconstruction of Concrete Bridges

Andrea Zanoni, Giacomo Maninetti, Federico Cheli, Marco Garozzo

ESDA 2014; V003T15A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20192

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of a Computer Vision Tracking System for Automated 3D Reconstruction of Concrete Bridges

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Topics: Computers , Concrete bridges , Lasers , Inspection , Bridges (Structures) , Concretes , Measurement systems , Nondestructive evaluation , Reliability , Resolution (Optics)

Using a Conventional Servopneumatic System for Robust Motion Control in the Micrometer Range

J. Falcão Carneiro, F. Gomes de Almeida

ESDA 2014; V003T15A013https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20263

Abstract

View Articletitled, Using a Conventional Servopneumatic System for Robust Motion Control in the Micrometer Range

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Topics: Motion control , Compressibility , Friction , Gravity (Force) , Heat , Magnetic fields , Pistons , Pneumatic systems

New Fault Tolerant Hydraulic Valve for Safety Critical Applications

Massimiliano Ruggeri, Pietro Marani

ESDA 2014; V003T15A014https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20328

Abstract

View Articletitled, New Fault Tolerant Hydraulic Valve for Safety Critical Applications

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Topics: Safety , Valves , Actuators , Cylinders , Design , Gates (Closures) , Motors , Redundancy (Engineering) , Signals

Mechatronic Multicriteria Profile (MMP) for Conceptual Design of a Robotic Visual Servoing System

Abolfazl Mohebbi, Sofiane Achiche, Luc Baron

ESDA 2014; V003T15A015https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20414

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mechatronic Multicriteria Profile (MMP) for Conceptual Design of a Robotic Visual Servoing System

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Topics: Conceptual design , Robotics , Design , Couplings , Decision making , Electronics , Fittings , Performance evaluation , Reliability

A Bistable Micro-Actuator With Stroke Reducing Structure

Xingxing Liu, Frederic Lamarque, Emmanuel Dore, Laurent Petit, Philippe Pouille, Yvan Duhamel

ESDA 2014; V003T15A016https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20434

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Bistable Micro-Actuator With Stroke Reducing Structure

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Topics: Microactuators , Hinges , Actuators , Design , Dimensions , Fibers , Lasers , Machining , Medium density fiberboard , Rotation

Compensation System for Thermal Deformations of Ballscrews

Michał Kowal, Roman Staniek

ESDA 2014; V003T15A017https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20469

Abstract

View Articletitled, Compensation System for Thermal Deformations of Ballscrews

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Topics: Bearings , Computer numerical control machine tools , Deformation , Error compensation , Errors , Kinematic chains , Machine tools , Measurement systems , Screws , Thermal expansion

On Application of Second Order Sliding Mode Control to Electro-Hydraulic Systems

Lasse Schmidt, Torben O. Andersen, Henrik C. Pedersen

ESDA 2014; V003T15A018https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20470

Abstract

View Articletitled, On Application of Second Order Sliding Mode Control to Electro-Hydraulic Systems

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Topics: Sliding mode control , Control equipment , Valves , Algorithms , Cylinders , Feedback , Delays , Flow control valves , Inertia (Mechanics) , Limit cycles

Electro-Mechanical Control Loading System for Rotary Wing Aircraft Simulators

Mehmet Murat Aygün, Yiğit Tascıoğlu, Gürsoy Genç, Mustafa Altunay

ESDA 2014; V003T15A019https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20495

Abstract

View Articletitled, Electro-Mechanical Control Loading System for Rotary Wing Aircraft Simulators

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Topics: Aircraft , Wings , Simulation , Design , Flight , Hardware , Actuators , Computer software , Force feedback , System architecture

Design of a Wireless Sensor Powered by a Piezoelectric Energy Harvester

Damiano Milani, Marco Bassetti, Francesco Braghin, Gisella Tomasini

ESDA 2014; V003T15A020https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20583

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design of a Wireless Sensor Powered by a Piezoelectric Energy Harvester

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Topics: Design , Energy harvesting , Sensors , Accelerometers , Algorithms , Capacitors , Circuits , Energy management , Modeling , Vibration

Drive System Sizing of a 6-DOF Parallel Robotic Platform

Hermes Giberti, Davide Ferrari

ESDA 2014; V003T15A021https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20191

Abstract

View Articletitled, Drive System Sizing of a 6-DOF Parallel Robotic Platform

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Topics: Robotics , Robots , Kinematics , Belts , Dimensions , Dynamic analysis , Engines , Genetic algorithms , Hardware , Kinematic chains

Robotics

Fast Kinematic Model of a Seven-Bar Linkage With a Single Compliant Link

Alberto Borboni, Francesco Aggogeri, Rodolfo Faglia

ESDA 2014; V003T17A001https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20076

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fast Kinematic Model of a Seven-Bar Linkage With a Single Compliant Link

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Topics: Kinematics , Linkages , Deformation , Polynomials , Biomedicine , Compression , Degrees of freedom , Locks (Waterways) , Mechanical admittance , Parallel mechanisms

Kinematics and Stiffness Modeling of a 4-DOF Parallel Robot for Schönflies Motion Generation

Shaoping Bai, Lasse Køgs Andersen, Carsten Rebbe Mølgaard

ESDA 2014; V003T17A002https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20094

Abstract

View Articletitled, Kinematics and Stiffness Modeling of a 4-DOF Parallel Robot for Schönflies Motion Generation

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Topics: Kinematics , Modeling , Robots , Stiffness , Design , Engineering design , Finite element analysis , Simulation , Theorems (Mathematics)

Development of Impedance Control Based Strategies for Light-Weight Manipulator Applications Involving Compliant Interacting Environments and Compliant Bases

Loris Roveda, Federico Vicentini, Nicola Pedrocchi, Lorenzo Molinari Tosatti, Francesco Braghin

ESDA 2014; V003T17A003https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20136

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of Impedance Control Based Strategies for Light-Weight Manipulator Applications Involving Compliant Interacting Environments and Compliant Bases

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Topics: Manipulators , Weight (Mass) , Stiffness , Deformation , Kalman filters , Feedback , Manufacturing , Mechanical properties , Robots , Simulation

Synthesis of Decoupled Spatial Translational Compliant Parallel Mechanisms via Freedom and Actuation Method (FAM)

Haiyang Li, Guangbo Hao, Richard Kavanagh

ESDA 2014; V003T17A004https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20196

Abstract

View Articletitled, Synthesis of Decoupled Spatial Translational Compliant Parallel Mechanisms via Freedom and Actuation Method (FAM)

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Topics: Parallel mechanisms , Actuators , Design , Rigid-body mechanisms , Screws , Degrees of freedom , Flexure mechanisms , Topology

Optimal Joint Stiffness Regulation in a Planar Robot for Packaging Operations

Nicola P. Belfiore, Matteo Verotti, Fabio Ciavaglia

ESDA 2014; V003T17A005https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20331

Abstract

View Articletitled, Optimal Joint Stiffness Regulation in a Planar Robot for Packaging Operations

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Topics: Packaging , Robots , Stiffness , Manipulators , Control systems , Displacement , Friction , Optimization , Wear

New Schoenflies-Motion Manipulator Implementing Isosceles Triangle and Delassus Parallelogram

Chung-Ching Lee, Jacques M. Hervé

ESDA 2014; V003T17A006https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20343

Abstract

View Articletitled, New Schoenflies-Motion Manipulator Implementing Isosceles Triangle and Delassus Parallelogram

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Topics: Manipulators , Generators , Architecture , Chain , Computer simulation , Design , Displacement , Rotation , Screws , Topology

Inverse Dynamic and Control of a Hybrid Parallel Robot

Hamid Rakhodaei, Mozafar Saadat

ESDA 2014; V003T17A007https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20407

Abstract

View Articletitled, Inverse Dynamic and Control of a Hybrid Parallel Robot

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Topics: Robots , Actuators , Equations of motion , Aerospace industry , Computer software , Control systems , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Force sensors , Matlab

Motion Simulation of a Hybrid Parallel Robot for Ankle Rehabilitation

Hamid Rakhodaei, Mozafar Saadat, Alireza Rastegarpanah

ESDA 2014; V003T17A008https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20409

Abstract

View Articletitled, Motion Simulation of a Hybrid Parallel Robot for Ankle Rehabilitation

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Topics: Robots , Simulation , Kinematics , Actuators , Computer software , End effectors , Matlab , Parallel mechanisms , Path planning

A Methodology for Workspace Identification of Parallel Robots Using Parametric Sweep Search Method

CheZulkhairi Abdullah, Mozafar Saadat, Hamid Rakhodaei

ESDA 2014; V003T17A009https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20410

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Methodology for Workspace Identification of Parallel Robots Using Parametric Sweep Search Method

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Topics: Robots , Collisions (Physics) , Computer software , Simulation , Actuators , Algorithms , Computer-aided design , Interpolation , Kinematics , Matlab

Static Balancing of a Parallel Kinematics Machine With Linear-Delta Architecture

Alberto Martini, Marco Troncossi, Marco Carricato, Alessandro Rivola

ESDA 2014; V003T17A010https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20449

Abstract

View Articletitled, Static Balancing of a Parallel Kinematics Machine With <em>Linear-Delta</em> Architecture

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Topics: Kinematics , Machinery , Design , Gravity (Force) , Robots , Linkages , Milling , Springs , Stress

Multi-Disciplinary and Multi-Objective Optimization of a Hydro-Pneumatic Balancing Cylinder for an Industrial Robot

Johan A. Persson, Xiaolong Feng, Daniel Wappling, Johan Ölvander

ESDA 2014; V003T17A011https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20463

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multi-Disciplinary and Multi-Objective Optimization of a Hydro-Pneumatic Balancing Cylinder for an Industrial Robot

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Topics: Cylinders , Pareto optimization , Robots , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering disciplines , Optimization , Torque , Trains

Dynamics Synchronization of the Running of Planar Biped Robots With SLIP Model in Stance Phase

Behnam Dadashzadeh, Mohammad Mahjoob Jahromi

ESDA 2014; V003T17A012https://doi.org/10.1115/ESDA2014-20482

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamics Synchronization of the Running of Planar Biped Robots With SLIP Model in Stance Phase

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Robots , Synchronization , Springs , Motors , Rotors , Center of mass , Equations of motion , Inertia (Mechanics) , Pendulums