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16th Design Automation Conference: Volume 1 — Computer Aided and Computational Design

16th Design Automation Conference

Computer Aided Design

Representing and Manipulating Interacting and Interfeature Relationships in Engineering Design for Manufacture

R. E. da Silva, K. L. Wood, J. J. Beaman

IDETC-CIE 1990; 1-8doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0001

View Articletitled, Representing and Manipulating Interacting and Interfeature Relationships in Engineering Design for Manufacture

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Topics: Cavities , Computer-aided engineering , Design , Design for Manufacturing , Engineering design , Manufacturing , Modeling , Production planning , Topology

A Prototype of Feature-Based Design for Assembly

T. L. DeFazio, A. C. Edsall, R. E. Gustavson, J. A. Hernandez, P. M. Hutchins, H.-W. Leung, S. C. Luby, R. W. Metzinger, J. L. Nevins, K. K. Tung, D. E. Whitney

IDETC-CIE 1990; 9-16doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0002

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View Articletitled, A Prototype of Feature-Based Design for Assembly

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Topics: Design , Engineering prototypes , Manufacturing , Algorithms , Geometry , Computer software , Computers , Construction , Fixturing , Process design

A Design System for Parametric Design of Complex Products

Johan Malmqvist

IDETC-CIE 1990; 17-24doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0003

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View Articletitled, A Design System for Parametric Design of Complex Products

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Topics: Design , Parametric design , Computer software , Database management systems , Databases , Hydraulic cylinders , Storage

Automated Hybrid Analysis of Surface Mounted Electronic Assemblies

Tin-Lup Wong, Junshi Wang, Karl K. Stevens

IDETC-CIE 1990; 25-31doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0004

Abstract

View Articletitled, Automated Hybrid Analysis of Surface Mounted Electronic Assemblies

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Topics: Deformation , Engineering simulation , Experimental analysis , Finite element methods , Optimization , Printed circuit boards , Simulation , Stress

Geometric Design

The Use of Algebraic Functions As a Solid Modeling Alternative: An Investigation

James L. Blechschmidt, D. Nagasuru

IDETC-CIE 1990; 33-41doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0005

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View Articletitled, The Use of Algebraic Functions As a Solid Modeling Alternative: An Investigation

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Topics: Algebra , Curve fitting , Solid modeling

Functionality in Surface Design

T. W. Lowe, M. I. G. Bloor, M. J. Wilson

IDETC-CIE 1990; 43-50doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0006

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View Articletitled, Functionality in Surface Design

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Topics: Design , Partial differential equations , Shapes , Stress

The Curve-Mesh Concept in Reconstructing Smooth Surface From Noisy Data

P. D. Kaklis

IDETC-CIE 1990; 51-58doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0007

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View Articletitled, The Curve-Mesh Concept in Reconstructing Smooth Surface From Noisy Data

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Topics: Algorithms , Filtration , Noise (Sound) , Splines

Topological Issues in Geometric Design

Topological and Geometric Consistency in Boundary Representations of Solid Models

Andrei G. Jablokow, John J. Uicker, David A. Turcic

IDETC-CIE 1990; 59-66doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0008

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View Articletitled, Topological and Geometric Consistency in Boundary Representations of Solid Models

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Topics: Solid models , Topology , Geometry , Algorithms , Solid modeling , Theorems (Mathematics)

A Geometric Investigation of the Skeleton of CSG Objects

Debasish Dutta, Christoph M. Hoffmann

IDETC-CIE 1990; 67-75doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0009

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View Articletitled, A Geometric Investigation of the Skeleton of CSG Objects

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Topics: Algorithms , Biomedicine , Computers , Geometry , Mesh generation , Path planning

Shape Interrogation by Medial Axis Transform

N. M. Patrikalakis, H. N. Gursoy

IDETC-CIE 1990; 77-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0010

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View Articletitled, Shape Interrogation by Medial Axis Transform

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Topics: Shapes , Algorithms , Approximation , Engineering systems and industry applications , Finite element analysis

Two Robust, Point-in-Polygon Tests Based on the 4 × 4 Determinant Method

Fujio Yamaguchi, Masatoshi Niizeki, Hiroyuki Fukunaga

IDETC-CIE 1990; 89-95doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0011

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View Articletitled, Two Robust, Point-in-Polygon Tests Based on the 4 × 4 Determinant Method

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Topics: Algorithms , Computation , Computational geometry , Computer-aided design , Computers , Errors , Solid modeling

Use of Features in Design Automation

An Interactive Graphical Approach to Feature Modeling Using Halfspaces and Geometric Constraints

Maarten J. G. M. van Emmerik

IDETC-CIE 1990; 97-105doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0012

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View Articletitled, An Interactive Graphical Approach to Feature Modeling Using Halfspaces and Geometric Constraints

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Topics: Modeling , Design , Manufacturing , Shapes

Decomposition of Measured Contours Into Geometric Features

Faryar Etesami, Devaraj Rajkumar

IDETC-CIE 1990; 107-113doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0013

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View Articletitled, Decomposition of Measured Contours Into Geometric Features

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Topics: Algorithms , Dimensional metrology

Automatic Dimensioning From 3D Solid Model With Feature Extraction

Je Hwan Oh, Kunwoo Lee

IDETC-CIE 1990; 115-119doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0014

Abstract

View Articletitled, Automatic Dimensioning From 3D Solid Model With Feature Extraction

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Topics: Dimensions , Feature extraction , Solid models , Engineering drawings , Modeling

Tolerance Optimization

Tolerances and Robustness in Engineering Design Optimization

Alan Parkinson, Carl Sorensen, Joseph Free, Bradley Canfield

IDETC-CIE 1990; 121-128doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0015

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View Articletitled, Tolerances and Robustness in Engineering Design Optimization

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Topics: Engineering design , Optimization , Robustness , Design , Fluctuations (Physics) , Statistical analysis

Probabilistic Optimal Design Using Successive Surrogate Probability Density Functions

R. J. Eggert, R. W. Mayne

IDETC-CIE 1990; 129-136doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0016

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View Articletitled, Probabilistic Optimal Design Using Successive Surrogate Probability Density Functions

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Topics: Density , Design , Probability , Optimization , Failure , Quadratic programming , Robustness , Simulation , Simulation results

Dynamic 3-D Visualization of Dimensions and Tolerances on Solid Models Using ANSI Standard

Dov Dori, James R. Miller

IDETC-CIE 1990; 137-143doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0017

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View Articletitled, Dynamic 3-D Visualization of Dimensions and Tolerances on Solid Models Using ANSI Standard

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Topics: Dimensions , Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing , Solid models , Visualization , Design , Computer-aided design , Cycles , Engineering drawing and drafting , Solid modeling , Tolerance analysis

Geometric Modeling for Automated Manufacture — I

Distance Calculations in Motion Planning Problems With Interference Situations

C. Y. Liu, R. W. Mayne

IDETC-CIE 1990; 145-152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0018

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View Articletitled, Distance Calculations in Motion Planning Problems With Interference Situations

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Topics: Path planning , Robots , Computation , Optimization , Quadratic programming , Shapes , Space

Computer-Assisted Pattern Development

M. A. Ganter, L. L. Tuss

IDETC-CIE 1990; 153-158doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0019

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View Articletitled, Computer-Assisted Pattern Development

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Topics: Computers , Casting , Patternmaking , Design , Metals , Molding , Plastics , Solid modeling

Efficient Intersection of Surface Normals With Milling Tool Swept Volumes for Discrete Three-Axis NC Verification

James H. Oliver

IDETC-CIE 1990; 159-164doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0020

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View Articletitled, Efficient Intersection of Surface Normals With Milling Tool Swept Volumes for Discrete Three-Axis NC Verification

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Topics: Milling , Algorithms , Robotics , Shapes , Solids

Computational Geometry on the Sphere With Application to Automated Machining

Lin-Lin Chen, Tony C. Woo

IDETC-CIE 1990; 165-174doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0021

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View Articletitled, Computational Geometry on the Sphere With Application to Automated Machining

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Topics: Algorithms , Computation , Computational geometry , Cutting tools , Degrees of freedom , Fixturing , Geometry , Hull , Machinery , Machining

Dynamic Collision Detection Using Space Partitioning

M. A. Ganter, B. P. Isarankura

IDETC-CIE 1990; 175-181doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0022

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Collision Detection Using Space Partitioning

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Topics: Collisions (Physics) , Testing , Computation , Computer simulation , Degrees of freedom , Trajectories (Physics)

Geometric Modeling for Automated Manufacture — II

Maximum Intersection of Spherical Polygons and Workpiece Orientation for 4- and 5-Axis Machining

Kai Tang, Tony Woo, Jacob Gan

IDETC-CIE 1990; 183-192doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0023

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View Articletitled, Maximum Intersection of Spherical Polygons and Workpiece Orientation for 4- and 5-Axis Machining

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Topics: Algorithms , Machinery , Machining

Tool Approach Directions for Machining Protrusion and Depression Features in an Object

Chandrasekhar Karra, Thomas A. Phelps

IDETC-CIE 1990; 193-200doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0024

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View Articletitled, Tool Approach Directions for Machining Protrusion and Depression Features in an Object

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Topics: Algorithms , Cycles , Design , Machining , Manufacturing , Product design , Product development

Collision-Free Path Planning by Using Non-Periodic B-Spline Curves

D. C. H. Yang

IDETC-CIE 1990; 201-207doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0025

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View Articletitled, Collision-Free Path Planning by Using Non-Periodic B-Spline Curves

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Topics: B-splines , Collisions (Physics) , Path planning , Algorithms , Computers , End effectors , Robots , Shapes , Vehicles

Automatic Prototyping of Complex Geometries for Conceptual Design

J. S. M. Vergeest, J. J. Broek, J. W. H. Tangelder

IDETC-CIE 1990; 209-215doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0026

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View Articletitled, Automatic Prototyping of Complex Geometries for Conceptual Design

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Topics: Conceptual design , Computer-aided design , Milling , Shapes , Algorithms , Computer software , Databases , Design , Engineering prototypes , Generators

Tolerance Analysis for Mechanical Systems

The M-Space Theory of Tolerances

Joshua U. Turner, Michael J. Wozny

IDETC-CIE 1990; 217-225doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0027

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View Articletitled, The M-Space Theory of Tolerances

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Topics: Algorithms , Solid modeling

Automatic Generation of Tolerance Chains From Mating Relations Represented in Assembly Models

Nanxin Wang, Tulga M. Ozsoy

IDETC-CIE 1990; 227-233doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0028

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View Articletitled, Automatic Generation of Tolerance Chains From Mating Relations Represented in Assembly Models

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Topics: Chain , Manufacturing , Algorithms , Dimensions , Engineering prototypes , Modeling

Surface Modeling

Designing and Mapping Trimming Curves on Surfaces Using Orthogonal Projection

Joseph Pegna, Franz-Erich Wolter

IDETC-CIE 1990; 235-245doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0029

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View Articletitled, Designing and Mapping Trimming Curves on Surfaces Using Orthogonal Projection

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Topics: Design , Differential equations , Manufacturing , Polynomials , Shells , Splines

Computer Aided Geometric Design of Line Constructs

B. Ravani, J. W. Wang

IDETC-CIE 1990; 247-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0030

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View Articletitled, Computer Aided Geometric Design of Line Constructs

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Design , Computer-aided design , Electrical discharge machining , Shapes , B-splines , Computer-aided manufacturing , Geometry , Milling , Wire

Blending Between Quadric Surfaces Using Partial Differential Equations

S. Y. Cheng, Malcolm I. G. Bloor, A. Saia, Michael J. Wilson

IDETC-CIE 1990; 257-263doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0031

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View Articletitled, Blending Between Quadric Surfaces Using Partial Differential Equations

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Partial differential equations , Shapes

Generation and Modification of Non-Uniform B-Spline Surface Approximations to PDE Surfaces Using the Finite Element Method

Joanna M. Brown, Malcolm I. G. Bloor, M. Susan Bloor, Michael J. Wilson

IDETC-CIE 1990; 265-272doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0032

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View Articletitled, Generation and Modification of Non-Uniform B-Spline Surface Approximations to PDE Surfaces Using the Finite Element Method

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Topics: Approximation , B-splines , Finite element methods , Boundary-value problems , Partial differential equations

General Tool Offset Curves and Surfaces

Eric L. Brechner

IDETC-CIE 1990; 273-282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0033

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View Articletitled, General Tool Offset Curves and Surfaces

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Topics: Cutting tools , Shapes

Mechanical Computer Aided Engineering

An Approach to Plant Layout Design Based on Constraint-Directed Search

Shinsuke Akagi, Kikuo Fujita, Tetsundo Nakatogawa, Motohiro Inoue

IDETC-CIE 1990; 283-288doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0034

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View Articletitled, An Approach to Plant Layout Design Based on Constraint-Directed Search

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Topics: Design , Plant layout , Algorithms , Engineering prototypes , Nuclear power stations

Design Shell: A Framework for Interactive Parametric Design

Raman V. Srinivasan, Rajiv Agrawal, Gary L. Kinzel

IDETC-CIE 1990; 289-295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0035

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View Articletitled, Design Shell: A Framework for Interactive Parametric Design

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Topics: Design , Parametric design , Shells , Computers , Design engineering , Springs , Torsion

Parametric Computer Aided Hydraulic Cylinder Design: Cylinder Product Modeling

Hans L. Johannesson

IDETC-CIE 1990; 297-304doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0036

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View Articletitled, Parametric Computer Aided Hydraulic Cylinder Design: Cylinder Product Modeling

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Cylinders , Design , Hydraulic cylinders , Modeling , Databases , Computer-aided design , Computer software , Computers , Database management systems

Development of a Mechanical Power Transmission Design Supervisor System

John R. Goulding, Hormoz Zarefar

IDETC-CIE 1990; 305-310doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0037

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View Articletitled, Development of a Mechanical Power Transmission Design Supervisor System

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Topics: Design , Mechanical drives , Computer-aided design , Computer software , Artificial neural networks , Computer-aided manufacturing , Design automation , Engineers , Industrial research , Machinery

Design Automation

A Formal Approach to Design Specifications

Andrew Kusiak, Edward Szczerbicki

IDETC-CIE 1990; 311-316doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0038

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View Articletitled, A Formal Approach to Design Specifications

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Topics: Design , Conceptual design , Optimization

Configuration Tree Solver: A Technology for Automated Design and Configuration

Alexander Kott, Gerald Agin, Dave Fawcett

IDETC-CIE 1990; 317-322doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0039

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View Articletitled, Configuration Tree Solver: A Technology for Automated Design and Configuration

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Topics: Design , Engines

Compatibility-Based Design for Contact Stress

K. Ishii, J. M. Klinger, B. J. Hamrock

IDETC-CIE 1990; 323-330doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1990-0040

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View Articletitled, Compatibility-Based Design for Contact Stress

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Topics: Design , Stress , Computation , Lubrication , Elastohydrodynamic lubrication , Lubricants , Machine components , Machining , Surface roughness , Vehicles