Topics: Shells , Smart structures , Symmetry (Physics) , Boundary-value problems , Actuators , Control systems , Electronics , Engineering systems and industry applications , Equations of motion , Hamilton's principle

Piezoelectric Modal Sensor/Actuator Design for Monitoring/Generating Flexural and Torsional Vibrations of Cylindrical Shells

C. K. Sung, C. F. Chen, S. G. Chen

IDETC-CIE 1991; 17-25doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0180

Abstract

View Articletitled, Piezoelectric Modal Sensor/Actuator Design for Monitoring/Generating Flexural and Torsional Vibrations of Cylindrical Shells

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Pipes , Sensors , Vibration , Composite materials , Displacement , Laminates

H^∞ Control of Smart Structure Helicopter Rotor Blade

R. Kashani, S. Melkote, A. Sorgenfrei

IDETC-CIE 1991; 27-32doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0181

Abstract

View Articletitled, <em>H</em><sup>∞</sup> Control of Smart Structure Helicopter Rotor Blade

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Topics: Adaptive structures , Blades , Rotors , Smart structures , Control equipment , Uncertainty , Closed loop systems , Computer simulation , Damping , Design

Analytical and Experimental Investigation on Vibration Control of Piezoelectric Structures

M. J. Tzeng, W. Z. Wu

IDETC-CIE 1991; 33-42doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0182

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analytical and Experimental Investigation on Vibration Control of Piezoelectric Structures

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Topics: Vibration control , Testing , Computer simulation , Piezoelectric actuators , Simulation , Vibration suppression

Piezoelectric Devices for Vibration Control on Flexible Structures

I. Legrain, P. Destuynder

IDETC-CIE 1991; 43-56doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0183

Abstract

View Articletitled, Piezoelectric Devices for Vibration Control on Flexible Structures

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Topics: Flexible structures , Vibration control , Excitation , Vibration

Deflection and Force Experimental Verification of a Semicircular Polymeric Piezoelectric Actuator

Diann Brei, James Blechschmidt

IDETC-CIE 1991; 57-66doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0184

Abstract

View Articletitled, Deflection and Force Experimental Verification of a Semicircular Polymeric Piezoelectric Actuator

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Topics: Deflection , Piezoelectric actuators , Engineering prototypes , Manufacturing , Bonding , Bubbles , Design , Microactuators

Sensor Mechanics of Distributed Shell Convolving Sensors Applied to Flexible Rings

H. S. Tzou, J. P. Zhong

IDETC-CIE 1991; 67-74doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0185

Abstract

View Articletitled, Sensor Mechanics of Distributed Shell Convolving Sensors Applied to Flexible Rings

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Topics: Sensors , Shells , Membranes , Design , Filtration

Colocation: Design Constraints for Distributed and Discrete Transducers

Shawn E. Burke, James E. Hubbard, Jr., John E. Meyer

IDETC-CIE 1991; 75-81doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0186

Abstract

View Articletitled, Colocation: Design Constraints for Distributed and Discrete Transducers

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Topics: Design , Transducers , Actuators , Sensors , Integral equations , Robustness , Vibration control

A Darwinian Approach to the Actuator Number and Placement Problem With Nonnegligible Actuator Mass

David C. Zimmerman

IDETC-CIE 1991; 83-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0187

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Darwinian Approach to the Actuator Number and Placement Problem With Nonnegligible Actuator Mass

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Topics: Actuators , Algorithms , Genetic algorithms , Computer programming , Space frame structures , Vibration control

Theory for an Active Dynamic Vibration Absorber

L. S. Stephens, K. E. Rouch, S. G. Tewani

IDETC-CIE 1991; 89-94doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0188

Abstract

View Articletitled, Theory for an Active Dynamic Vibration Absorber

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Topics: Vibration absorbers , Dampers , Design , Numerical analysis , Springs

Optimal Placement of Actuators in the Precision Control of Truss Structures

S. K. Das, S. Utku, G. S. Chen, B. K. Wada

IDETC-CIE 1991; 95-105doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0189

Abstract

View Articletitled, Optimal Placement of Actuators in the Precision Control of Truss Structures

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Topics: Actuators , Trusses (Building) , Displacement , Stress , Optimization , Degrees of freedom , Equilibrium (Physics) , Redundancy (Engineering)

An Experimental Study of Tendon Vibration Control System for Flexible Space Structures

Yoshisada Murotsu, Hiroshi Okubo, Kei Senda

IDETC-CIE 1991; 107-118doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0190

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Experimental Study of Tendon Vibration Control System for Flexible Space Structures

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Topics: Space frame structures , Tendons , Vibration control equipment , Control equipment , Actuators , Design , Finite element methods , Computer simulation , Control systems , Errors

Simulation and Experiment Study on System Identifications of Elastically Jointed Structures

Y. Rong, H. S. Tzou

IDETC-CIE 1991; 119-123doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0191

Abstract

View Articletitled, Simulation and Experiment Study on System Identifications of Elastically Jointed Structures

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Topics: Simulation , Clearances (Engineering) , Damping , Eigenvalues , Friction , Stiffness , System identification

Vibration Control and Shape Adjustment of Truss Structures Using Piezoelectric Actuator

Koji Sekine, Yozu Shibayama, Naotoshi Iwasawa, Hiroshi Inada, Shiro Yoshida, Takeo Arikabe, Michihiro Natori

IDETC-CIE 1991; 125-132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0192

Abstract

View Articletitled, Vibration Control and Shape Adjustment of Truss Structures Using Piezoelectric Actuator

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Topics: Piezoelectric actuators , Shapes , Trusses (Building) , Vibration control , Actuators , Computer simulation , Control theory , Energy consumption , Frequency response , Sensors

Acoustics and Noise

Noise Reduction of Engine Component Covers Using the Finite Element Method

Jayaraman Sivakumar, Shung H. Sung, Donald J. Nefske

IDETC-CIE 1991; 133-137doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0193

Abstract

View Articletitled, Noise Reduction of Engine Component Covers Using the Finite Element Method

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Topics: Engines , Finite element methods , Noise control , Noise (Sound) , Finite element model , Vibration

Transient Analysis on Turbo Engine Combustion Flow

P. A. Drakatos, G. Giannaras, A. Argyriou, T. Andriotis

IDETC-CIE 1991; 139-144doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0194

Abstract

View Articletitled, Transient Analysis on Turbo Engine Combustion Flow

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Topics: Combustion , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Transient analysis , Turbochargers , Noise (Sound) , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Vibration , Aircraft , Construction

The Quantification of Internal Noise Levels and Wall Pressure Spectra in Industrial Gas Pipelines

M. P. Norton, A. Pruiti

IDETC-CIE 1991; 145-152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0195

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Quantification of Internal Noise Levels and Wall Pressure Spectra in Industrial Gas Pipelines

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Topics: Industrial gases , Noise (Sound) , Pipelines , Pressure , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Fluctuations (Physics) , Radiation (Physics) , Vibration

The Importance of Transient Analysis on Internal Combustion Engines Structures

P. A. Drakatos, S. Haidas

IDETC-CIE 1991; 153-158doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0196

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View Articletitled, The Importance of Transient Analysis on Internal Combustion Engines Structures

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Topics: Internal combustion engines , Transient analysis , Engines , Combustion , Flow (Dynamics) , Noise (Sound) , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Compression , Engineering laboratories , Excitation

The Use of Noise and Vibration Analysis on the Hydraulic Networks

P. A. Drakatos, S. P. Drakatos

IDETC-CIE 1991; 159-162doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0197

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Use of Noise and Vibration Analysis on the Hydraulic Networks

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Topics: Noise (Sound) , Vibration analysis , Damage , Flow (Dynamics) , Vibration , Vorticity

Research on Structure Optimization of the Engine Using Noise and Vibration Analysis

P. A. Drakatos, S. P. Drakatos

IDETC-CIE 1991; 163-165doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0198

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View Articletitled, Research on Structure Optimization of the Engine Using Noise and Vibration Analysis

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Topics: Engines , Noise (Sound) , Optimization , Vibration analysis , Combustion , Excitation , Flow (Dynamics) , Internal combustion engines , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Vibration

Research on Air-Burned Gases Compressible Flow As a Function of Engine Sound Spectrum

P. A. Drakatos, G. Giannaras, A. Argyriou, T. Andriotis

IDETC-CIE 1991; 167-170doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0199

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View Articletitled, Research on Air-Burned Gases Compressible Flow As a Function of Engine Sound Spectrum

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Topics: Compressible flow , Engines , Gases , Combustion , Flow (Dynamics) , Noise (Sound) , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Aerodynamic flow , Combustion chambers , Excitation

System Vibrations

Shock and Sine Response of Rigid Structures on Nonlinear Mounts

R. Dufour, J. Der Hagopian, M. Pompei, C. Garnier

IDETC-CIE 1991; 171-176doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0200

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View Articletitled, Shock and Sine Response of Rigid Structures on Nonlinear Mounts

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Topics: Computer simulation , Dampers , Deflection , Excitation , Shock (Mechanics) , Stress , Vibration

Analysis of Base Excitation As an Uncertain Function With Specified Bounds on it and its Derivatives

Isaac Elishakoff, Baruch Pletner

IDETC-CIE 1991; 177-183doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0201

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis of Base Excitation As an Uncertain Function With Specified Bounds on it and its Derivatives

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Topics: Excitation , Displacement , Uncertainty

Dynamic Properties of Rigid Body and Supports From Vibration Measurements

Sudhakar M. Pandit, Ying-Xian Yao, Zhi-Quan Hu

IDETC-CIE 1991; 185-190doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0202

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamic Properties of Rigid Body and Supports From Vibration Measurements

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Topics: Center of mass , Damping , Inertia (Mechanics) , Shock absorbers , Springs , Stiffness , Vibration , Vibration measurement

Dynamic Analysis of Engine-Mount Systems

Hashem Ashrafiuon, C. Nataraj

IDETC-CIE 1991; 191-196doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0203

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamic Analysis of Engine-Mount Systems

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Engines , Damping , Rubber , Stiffness , Vibration , Aircraft engines , Analytical methods , Dynamic models , Elasticity

Vibration Analysis Methods Applied to Forensic Engineering Problems

Kenneth J. Saczalski, Eugene B. Loverich

IDETC-CIE 1991; 197-206doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0204

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View Articletitled, Vibration Analysis Methods Applied to Forensic Engineering Problems

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Topics: Forensic engineering , Vibration analysis , Wounds , Biomechanics , Kinematics , Motor vehicles , Shock (Mechanics) , System failures , Traffic accidents

Frequencies of Elastic Oscillations of a Tether-Platform System

A. K. Misra, V. J. Modi, S. Torchinsky

IDETC-CIE 1991; 207-212doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0205

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View Articletitled, Frequencies of Elastic Oscillations of a Tether-Platform System

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Topics: Oscillations , Equilibrium (Physics) , Tension

A Singular Perturbation Analysis of Eigenvalue Veering and Mode Localization in Perturbed Linear Chain and Cyclic Systems

G. S. Happawana, A. K. Bajaj, O. D. I. Nwokah

IDETC-CIE 1991; 213-223doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0206

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Singular Perturbation Analysis of Eigenvalue Veering and Mode Localization in Perturbed Linear Chain and Cyclic Systems

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Topics: Chain , Eigenvalues , Eigenfunctions

Analysis of Dynamic Systems With Periodically Varying Parameters via Chebyshev Polynomials

S. C. Sinha, Der-Ho Wu, Vikas Juneja, Paul Joseph

IDETC-CIE 1991; 225-233doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0207

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View Articletitled, Analysis of Dynamic Systems With Periodically Varying Parameters via Chebyshev Polynomials

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Topics: Dynamic systems , Polynomials , Algebra , Algorithms , Blades , Gears , Rotors , Stability

Approximate Formulas for the Transient Resonance Response of Mechanical Systems With Slowly Varying Natural Frequency

H. Irretier, F. Leul

IDETC-CIE 1991; 235-240doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0208

Abstract

View Articletitled, Approximate Formulas for the Transient Resonance Response of Mechanical Systems With Slowly Varying Natural Frequency

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Topics: Resonance , Transients (Dynamics) , Computation , Computer simulation , Vibration

Transfer Function Formulation of Constrained Distributed Systems

C. A. Tan, C. H. Chung

IDETC-CIE 1991; 241-252doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0209

Abstract

View Articletitled, Transfer Function Formulation of Constrained Distributed Systems

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Topics: Transfer functions , Boundary-value problems , Displacement

On the Dynamics of Perturbed Symmetric Systems

G. S. Happawana, O. D. I. Nwokah, A. K. Bajaj

IDETC-CIE 1991; 253-259doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0210

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View Articletitled, On the Dynamics of Perturbed Symmetric Systems

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Eigenvalues , Vibration , Disks , Machinery , Rotors , Turbines , Vibrational modes

Multi-Body Vibrations

Dynamic Analysis of Flexible Multi-Body Systems With Time-Variant Mode Shapes

F. M. L. Amirouche, M. Xie

IDETC-CIE 1991; 261-266doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0211

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamic Analysis of Flexible Multi-Body Systems With Time-Variant Mode Shapes

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Mode shapes , Multibody systems , Equations of motion , Boundary-value problems , Computers , Finite element methods

A Preprocessor for the Treatment of Elastic Bodies in Multibody Systems

Kai Sorge, Friedrich Pfeiffer

IDETC-CIE 1991; 267-270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0212

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Preprocessor for the Treatment of Elastic Bodies in Multibody Systems

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Topics: Algorithms , Inertia (Mechanics) , Multibody systems , Stress

Free Vibration of Simply Connected Bodies of Revolution by Boundary Collocation

A. Houmat, J. R. Hutchinson

IDETC-CIE 1991; 271-275doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0213

Abstract

View Articletitled, Free Vibration of Simply Connected Bodies of Revolution by Boundary Collocation

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Topics: Free vibrations , Boundary-value problems , Shapes , Differential equations , Finite element analysis , Stress

Random Mobility Variation of Disordered Periodic Structures

G. Q. Cai

IDETC-CIE 1991; 277-284doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0214

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View Articletitled, Random Mobility Variation of Disordered Periodic Structures

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Topics: Mechanical admittance , Periodic structures , Excitation , Wave propagation , Manufacturing , Statistical distributions , Structural response analysis

Shock Design Rules for the Multi-Foundation Problem

Mohamed K. Abdelhamid, Patrick F. Cunniff

IDETC-CIE 1991; 285-292doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0215

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View Articletitled, Shock Design Rules for the Multi-Foundation Problem

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Topics: Design , Shock (Mechanics) , Modal analysis , Stress , Vehicles , Construction equipment , Dynamic analysis , Emission spectroscopy , Navy , Spectroscopy

Manipulators and Robotic Dynamics

Linearized Dynamic Models for Robot Manipulators With Varying Link Parameters

Chang-Jin Li, T. S. Sankar, A. Hemami

IDETC-CIE 1991; 293-298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0216

Abstract

View Articletitled, Linearized Dynamic Models for Robot Manipulators With Varying Link Parameters

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Topics: Dynamic models , Manipulators , Algorithms , Kinematics , Degrees of freedom , Robots , Uncertainty

On the Inherent Characteristics of the Dynamics of Robot Manipulators

Q. Tu, J. Rastegar

IDETC-CIE 1991; 299-305doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0217

Abstract

View Articletitled, On the Inherent Characteristics of the Dynamics of Robot Manipulators

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Manipulators , Trajectories (Physics) , Degrees of freedom , Vibration control

Modelling of Flexible Manipulators Employing a Spatially Translating and Rotating Beam Finite Element

Philippe E. Gaultier, William L. Cleghorn

IDETC-CIE 1991; 307-317doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0218

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modelling of Flexible Manipulators Employing a Spatially Translating and Rotating Beam Finite Element

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Flexible manipulators , Modeling , Rotating beams , Actuators , Damping , Manipulators , Stress , Design , Differential equations

Robot Task Oriented Dexterity and Dynamic Performance: A Statistical Approach

A. Beretta, V. Marchis, R. Sinatra

IDETC-CIE 1991; 319-323doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0219

Abstract

View Articletitled, Robot Task Oriented Dexterity and Dynamic Performance: A Statistical Approach

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Topics: Robots , Modal analysis , Oscillations , Signals , Stiffness , System dynamics

Design of an Almost Critically-Damped Single Robot Arm

Mohamed K. Abdelhamid, Kuan-Yuh Ko

IDETC-CIE 1991; 325-329doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC1991-0220

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View Articletitled, Design of an Almost Critically-Damped Single Robot Arm

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Topics: Design , Robots , Damping , Vibration absorbers , Design methodology , Equilibrium (Physics) , Simulation results , Vibration , Vibration control