Volumes | International Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference | American Society of Mechanical Engineers Digital Collection

Topics: Bionics , Computer-aided engineering , Design , Self-organization , Conceptual design , Structural design , Computer-aided design , Engineering prototypes , Product design

On the Interaction Between the Dynamic Contact Load and the Surface Wear of a Plastic Gear Pair

J. H. Kuang, A. D. Lin

IDETC-CIE 2000; 83-90doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14529

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Topics: Plastic gears , Stress , Wear

Distributed Design/Knowledge-Based Design

Distributed Database and Knowledge Base Modeling for Concurrent Design

F. Zhang, D. Xue

IDETC-CIE 2000; 91-100doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14222

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Topics: Databases , Design , Modeling

Solid Model Streaming As a Basis for a Distributed Design Environment

Di Wu, Swati Bhargava, Radha Sarma

IDETC-CIE 2000; 101-111doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14250

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Topics: Design , Solid models , Algorithms , Encryption , Geometric modeling , Geometry , Internet , Manifolds , Solid modeling , Storage

Product Knowledge Management Within Knowledge-Based Engineering Systems

P. Sainter, K. Oldham, A. Larkin, A. Murton, R. Brimble

IDETC-CIE 2000; 113-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14501

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Topics: Engineering systems and industry applications , Knowledge management , Half-life

Genetic Optimization

A Hybrid Fuzzy Simplex Genetic Algorithm

Mohamed B. Trabia

IDETC-CIE 2000; 121-130doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14231

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Topics: Genetic algorithms , Algorithms , Engineering design , Fuzzy logic , Nonlinear programming

A Hybrid Genetic-Direct Search Algorithm for the Shape Optimization of Solid C-Frame Cross-Sections

Ashraf O. Nassef, Hesham A. Hegazi, Sayed M. Metwalli

IDETC-CIE 2000; 131-139doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14295

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Topics: Algorithms , Cross section (Physics) , Genetic algorithms , Shape optimization

Hierarchical Parallel Processes of Genetic Algorithms for Design Optimization of Large-Scale Products

Masataka Yoshimura, Kazuhiro Izui

IDETC-CIE 2000; 141-149doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14526

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Gases , Machinery , Structural elements (Construction)

Dynamic Systems Analysis

About the Stabilization of Anisotropic Cylindrical Shell With Elastic Filling

Vladimir Sarkisyan, Sarkis Sarkisyan

IDETC-CIE 2000; 151-156doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14490

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Topics: Anisotropy , Pipes , Plates (structures) , Shells

Stability Analysis of a Load Sensing Hydraulic Transmission System Modeling and Simulaton Approach

Rana Saha, Niloy Khutia, Rathindranath Maiti

IDETC-CIE 2000; 157-163doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14534

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Topics: Hydraulic drive systems , Modeling , Stability , Stress

Simulated Annealing/Optimal Layout

Simulated Annealing for the Optimal Trajectory Planning of an Automated Crack Sealing Machine

R. Mathurin, S. A. Velinsky

IDETC-CIE 2000; 165-170doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14224

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Image processing , Machinery , Sealing (Process) , Simulated annealing , Trajectories (Physics)

Optimal Layout of Irregularly Shaped Objects

Chan Yu, Souran Manoochehri

IDETC-CIE 2000; 171-177doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14227

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Topics: Computation , Design , Genetic algorithms , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning) , Shapes

A Generic Cooling Schedule for Simulated Annealing

Frank J. Cantelmi, Richard B. Pelz, Madara M. Ogot

IDETC-CIE 2000; 179-185doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14247

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Topics: Cooling , Simulated annealing , Algorithms

Exploring the Effectiveness of Various Patterns in an Extended Pattern Search Layout Algorithm

Su Yin, Jonathan Cagan

IDETC-CIE 2000; 187-196doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14254

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Topics: Algorithms , Annealing , Clearances (Engineering) , Cycles , Design , Engineering prototypes , Gradient methods , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning)

Multi-Objective/Multi-Disciplinary Design Optimization

Metrics for Quality Assessment of a Multiobjective Design Optimization Solution Set

Jin Wu, Shapour Azarm

IDETC-CIE 2000; 197-205doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14233

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Pareto optimization

Multi-Objective Optimization of Hydraulic Actuation Systems

Johan Andersson, Petter Krus, David Wallace

IDETC-CIE 2000; 207-214doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14512

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Topics: Design , Energy consumption , Errors , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Pareto optimization , Performance , Simulation , Tradeoffs

Properties of the Coupled Factors in MDO and Their Application in Collaborative Optimization

Baihong Chen, Jihong Liu, Yifang Zhong, Ji Zhou

IDETC-CIE 2000; 215-222doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14516

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Topics: Optimization

Multidisciplinary Design Optimization of Link Mechanisms by Combining Decomposition and Mini-Max Relaxation

Kikuo Fujita, Noriyasu Hirokawa, Masafumi Inoue

IDETC-CIE 2000; 223-232doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14527

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Relaxation (Physics)

Compliant and Spatial Mechanisms

Design Rules for Selecting and Designing Compliant Mechanisms for Rigid-Body Replacement Synthesis

Michael D. Berglund, Spencer P. Magleby, Larry L. Howell

IDETC-CIE 2000; 233-241doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14225

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design

Design Synthesis of Path Generating Compliant Mechanisms by Evolutionary Optimization of Topology and Shape

Kang Tai, Guang Yu Cui, Tapabrata Ray

IDETC-CIE 2000; 243-250doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14518

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design , Optimization , Shapes , Topology , Evolutionary algorithms , Displacement , Geometry , Shape design , Trajectories (Physics)

Formulation of the Equations of Motion of RRPR Robot Manipulator

Hazem Ali Attia, Tarek M. A. El-Mistikawy, Adel A. Megahed

IDETC-CIE 2000; 251-261doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14538

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Topics: Equations of motion , Manipulators , Chain , Dynamic analysis , Newton's laws of motion , Particulate matter , Simulation

Special Session: Intelligent Design

“Intelligent” Optimal Design of Materials and Structures What Does it Mean?

Joseph Zarka

IDETC-CIE 2000; 263-270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14492

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Topics: Design , Computer simulation , Engineers , Maintenance , Modeling

“Intelligent” Optimal Design

Joseph Zarka

IDETC-CIE 2000; 271-273doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14493

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Topics: Design , Computer simulation , Engineers , Maintenance , Modeling

“Intelligent” Optimal Design of Woven Composites

Joseph Zarka, Thierry Doux

IDETC-CIE 2000; 275-277doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14494

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Topics: Design , Woven composites , Mechanical properties , Optimization

Intelligent Optimal Adaptive Mesh During Inelastic Analysis of Structures

Joseph Zarka, Jean Michel Hablot

IDETC-CIE 2000; 279-281doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14496

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Topics: Inelastic analysis , Errors , Computer simulation , Cylinders , Databases , Degrees of freedom , Engineers , Stress , Symmetry (Physics)

Optimization

An Investigation Into Modeling and Solution Strategies for Optimal Design and Control

Julie A. Reyer, Panos Y. Papalambros

IDETC-CIE 2000; 283-292doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14253

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Topics: Design , Modeling

Target Cascading in Optimal System Design

Hyung Min Kim, Nestor F. Michelena, Panos Y. Papalambros, Tao Jiang

IDETC-CIE 2000; 293-302doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14265

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Product development , Systems engineering

Design Potential Concept for Reliability-Based Design Optimization

Kyung K. Choi, Jian Tu, Young H. Park

IDETC-CIE 2000; 303-310doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14273

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Topics: Design , Reliability-based optimization , Optimization , Reliability , Probability

Structural Optimization Under Variable Loading Conditions

Chin-Pun Teng, Jorge Angeles

IDETC-CIE 2000; 311-318doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14299

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Topics: Structural optimization , Stiffness , Stress , Design , Eigenvalues , Finite element analysis , Isotropy , Mesh generation , Nonlinear programming , Optimization

Principles and Applications on Intelligent Optimization Design Approach Based on Compound Knowledge

Jianchu Yao, Ji Zhou, Jun Yu

IDETC-CIE 2000; 319-328doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14514

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Topics: Design , Optimization

Optimization of Machine System Designs Based on Decomposition and Hierarchical Ordering of Criteria and Design Variables

Masataka Yoshimura, Ryousuke Nomura

IDETC-CIE 2000; 329-342doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14520

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Topics: Design , Machinery , Optimization , Machine tools , Transportation systems

A Practical Bundle Algorithm for Nonconvex and Nonsmooth Engineering Optimization and its Numerical Implementation

Hong Wang-Zhou, Yifang Zhong, Renbin Xiao, Xuan Du, Ji Zhou

IDETC-CIE 2000; 343-347doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14523

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Topics: Algorithms , Optimization

Artificial Life Algorithm for Function Optimization

Bo-Suk Yang, Yun-Hi Lee

IDETC-CIE 2000; 349-356doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14524

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Topics: Algorithms , Optimization , Genetic algorithms

Layered Manufacturing

Part to Art: Basis for a Systematic Geometric Design Tool for Surface Micromachined MEMS

Venkat A. Venkataraman, Radha Sarma, Suresh G. K. Ananthasuresh

IDETC-CIE 2000; 357-370doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14251

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Topics: Design , Geometric modeling , Microelectromechanical systems , Micromachining

Development of an Image-Based CAD Using Wavelet Transform

Soonkyu Yim, Hae Chang Gea

IDETC-CIE 2000; 371-377doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14262

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Resolution (Optics) , Wavelet transforms

Layered Manufacturing of Thin-Walled Parts

Sara McMains, Jordan Smith, Jianlin Wang, Carlo Séquin

IDETC-CIE 2000; 379-387doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14285

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Topics: Algorithms , Exterior walls , Machinery , Manufacturing , Modeling

Robust Design — 1

Product Design Selection Under Uncertainty and With Competitive Advantage

Hui Li, Shapour Azarm

IDETC-CIE 2000; 389-398doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14234

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Topics: Product design , Uncertainty , Design , Preferences

Performance Estimation and Robust Design Decisions

Xiao Tang, Sundar Krishnamurty

IDETC-CIE 2000; 399-410doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14239

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Topics: Design , Engineering design

Uncertainty Management in Automotive Crash: From Analysis to Simulation

J. Marczyk, R. Hoffmann, P. Krishnaswamy

IDETC-CIE 2000; 411-420doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14240

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Topics: Simulation , Traffic accidents , Uncertainty

An Introduction to Adaptive Robust Design for Mechanical Assemblies

Alan R. Parkinson, Kenneth W. Chase

IDETC-CIE 2000; 421-428doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14241

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Topics: Design , Design methodology

A Most Probable Point Based Method for Uncertainty Analysis

Xiaoping Du, Wei Chen

IDETC-CIE 2000; 429-438doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14263

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Topics: Uncertainty analysis , Uncertainty , Algorithms , Complex systems , Cycles , Design , Engine design , Probability , Risk

Tube Production and Assembly Systems: The Impact of Compliance and Variability on Yield

Yu-Feng Wei, Anna C. Thornton

IDETC-CIE 2000; 439-448doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14271

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Topics: Manufacturing , Design , Modeling , Aircraft , Computer-aided design , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Simulation

Robust Concept Exploration in Engineering Design: Metamodeling Techniques and Goal Formulations

Yao Lin, Kiran Krishnapur, Janet K. Allen, Farrokh Mistree

IDETC-CIE 2000; 449-464doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14283

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Topics: Design , Engineering design , Experimental design , Model vehicles , Response surface methodology , Vehicles

Decision-Based Collaborative Optimization Under Uncertainty

Xiaoyu Gu, John E. Renaud, Leah M. Ashe, Stephen M. Batill, Amarjit S. Budhiraja, Lee J. Krajewski

IDETC-CIE 2000; 465-481doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14297

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Topics: Optimization , Uncertainty , Design , Decision making , Engineering design , Teams

Design of Robust Interfaces in Modular Products

Michael Blackenfelt, Ulf Sellgren

IDETC-CIE 2000; 483-491doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14486

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Topics: Design , Shape optimization , Engineering design processes , Optimization , Topology

Modified Sequential Programming for Feasibility Robustness of Constrained Design Optimization

Jyh-Cheng Yu, Wen-Chung Ho

IDETC-CIE 2000; 493-500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14531

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Topics: Computer programming , Design , Optimization , Quadratic programming , Robustness , Uncertainty

Robust Design Using Fuzzy Numbers: Consideration of Correlation of Design Variables in Fuzzy Operation

Masao Arakawa, Hiroshi Yamakawa, Hiroshi Ishikawa

IDETC-CIE 2000; 501-507doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14536

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Topics: Design , Errors , Modeling , Reliability , Robustness

Surface Modeling

Closed-Form Swept Volume of Implicit Surfaces

Karim Abdel-Malek, Jingzhou Yang, Denis Blackmore

IDETC-CIE 2000; 509-514doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14232

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Topics: Algorithms , Jacobian matrices , Shapes

A Real-Time, Interactive Method for Fast Modification of Large-Scale CAE Mesh Models

Yifan Chen, Paul Stewart, Pietro Buttolo, Feng Ren

IDETC-CIE 2000; 515-521doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14268

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering

Interval Methods for B-Rep Model Verification and Rectification

Guoling Shen, Takis Sakkalis, Nicholas M. Patrikalakis

IDETC-CIE 2000; 523-533doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14277

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Topics: Errors , Solid models , Topology

Kinematic Approximation of Ruled Surfaces Using NURBS Motions of a Cylindrical Cutter

J. Xia, Q. J. Ge

IDETC-CIE 2000; 535-541doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14280

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Topics: Approximation , Kinematics , Milling , B-splines , Errors , Machining

Assembly/Disassembly

Decomposition-Based Assembly Synthesis Based on Structural Considerations

F. Arkin Yetis, Kazuhiro Saitou

IDETC-CIE 2000; 543-552doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14228

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Topics: Manufacturing , Topology , Algorithms , Design , Genetic algorithms , Image processing , Optimization , Structural elements (Construction)

A Multi-Level Genetic Assembly Planner

Shiang-Fong Chen, Yong-Jin Liu

IDETC-CIE 2000; 553-559doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14246

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Topics: Manufacturing , Algorithms , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Probability

Tool for Assembly Locating Scheme Definition

Lars Lindkvist, Rikard Söderberg

IDETC-CIE 2000; 561-570doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14498

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing

The Disassembly Matrix for Computer-Aided Disassembly

Yuan Mao Huang, Chun-Ting Huang

IDETC-CIE 2000; 571-578doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14530

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Algorithms , Computer software , Design

Solid Modeling/Surface Modeling

Method and Code for the Visualization of Multivariate Solids

Karim Abdel-Malek, Jingzhou Yang

IDETC-CIE 2000; 579-586doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14229

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Topics: Solids , Visualization , Computers , Algorithms , Computer-aided engineering , Design , Manifolds , Manipulators , Robustness , Theorems (Mathematics)

Skeleballs: Skeleton/Metaball Hybrid Solid Models for Automated Shape Generation

Duane W. Storti, Mark A. Ganter, George M. Turkiyyah, Cole Brooking

IDETC-CIE 2000; 587-594doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14289

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Topics: Shapes , Solid models , Deformation , Topology , Construction , Design , Resolution (Optics) , Solid modeling

Interval Method for Interrogation of Implicit Solid Models

Jack Chang, Mark Ganter, Duane Storti

IDETC-CIE 2000; 595-604doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14290

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Topics: Solid models , Modeling , Computer-aided design , Manufacturing , Robustness , Design , Rendering , Shapes , Solid modeling , Stereolithography

Computerized Simulation of Enveloping Process for Different Applications

V. I. Goldfarb, R. V. Voznyuk

IDETC-CIE 2000; 605-610doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14510

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Topics: Simulation , Computation , Computer software , Gears , Geometry , Process simulation , Screws , Cutting tools , Design , Engineering systems and industry applications

Automotive Design

Intelligent Optimal Design of a Beam During the Crash

Joseph Zarka, Pirouz Navidi

IDETC-CIE 2000; 611-613doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14495

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Topics: Design , Computer simulation , Displacement , Experimental design , Safety , Solders

An Open Model Updating Software: Application to Car Suspension Model Updating

Abderrahim Abouelainine, Patrick Morelle

IDETC-CIE 2000; 615-619doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14513

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Topics: Computer software , Engineering simulation , Optimization , Quadratic programming , Sensitivity analysis , Simulation

First Order Analysis for Automotive Body Structure Design

Hidekazu Nishigaki, Shinji Nishiwaki, Tatsuyuki Amago, Noboru Kikuchi

IDETC-CIE 2000; 621-630doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14533

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Design , Optimization , Topology , Engineering prototypes , Automobiles , Computer software , Engineers , Finite element methods

Numerical Kinematic Analysis of the MacPherson Strut Motor-Vehicle Suspension System

Hazem A. Attia, Maher G. Mohamed

IDETC-CIE 2000; 631-642doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14537

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Motor vehicles , Struts (Engineering) , Suspension systems , Algorithms , Kinematics , Mathematics

Parametric Design/Geometric Design

Domain Independent Characterization of Parametric and Geometric Problems in Embodiment Design

Bernie Bettig, Jami J. Shah, Joshua D. Summers

IDETC-CIE 2000; 643-655doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14259

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Topics: Design , Computer-aided design , Manufacturing , Parametric design , Shells

Parametric Engineering Design Tools and Applications

Tapie Rohm, III, Chris L. Jones, Scott S. Tucker, C. Greg Jensen

IDETC-CIE 2000; 657-664doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14275

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Topics: Collaboration , Computer programming , Computer-aided design , Cycles , Design , Engineering design , Graduate students , Graphical user interfaces , Mechanical engineering , Parametric design

An Approach to a 2D/3D Geometric Constraint Solver

Chen Liping, Peng Xiaobo, Wang Boxing, Zhou Fanli

IDETC-CIE 2000; 665-675doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14515

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Topics: Algebra , Constraint systems , Design , Geometry , Manufacturing , Modeling , Multibody systems , Parametric design

Product Family Design

Modular Platform-Based Product Family Design

Javier P. Gonzalez-Zugasti, Kevin N. Otto

IDETC-CIE 2000; 677-687doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14238

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Space vehicles , Telecommunications

Effective Product Family Design Using Physical Programming and the Product Platform Concept Exploration Method

Achille Messac, Michael P. Martinez, Timothy W. Simpson

IDETC-CIE 2000; 689-699doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14252

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Topics: Computer programming , Design

A Variation-Based Methodology for Product Family Design

Raviraj U. Nayak, Wei Chen, Timothy W. Simpson

IDETC-CIE 2000; 701-710doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14264

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Topics: Design , Electric motors , Design methodology , Product design , Torque

A Quantitative Approach to Determining Product Platform Extent

Carolyn Conner Seepersad, Gabriel Hernandez, Janet K. Allen

IDETC-CIE 2000; 711-724doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14288

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Topics: Absorption , Computer programming

Topology Optimization

Topology Optimization of Structures With Geometrical Nonlinearities

Jian Hui Luo, Hae Chang Gea

IDETC-CIE 2000; 725-730doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14266

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Topics: Optimization , Topology , Approximation , Design , Displacement , Finite element analysis , Stiffness

Application of Topological Optimization Program to the Danner Test Simulation

Robert R. Mayer, Detlev Maurer, Curd Bottcher

IDETC-CIE 2000; 731-736doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14292

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Topics: Optimization , Simulation , Topology

A Study on Optimum Topology Using Conformal Mapping

Satoshi Kitayama, Hiroshi Yamakawa

IDETC-CIE 2000; 737-742doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14535

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Topics: Laplace equations , Stress , Topology , Elasticity , Electromagnetic force , Electromagnetism , Fluid mechanics

System Design

Direct-Insertion Realization of Linear Modular Models of Engineering Systems Using Fixed Input-Output Structure

Brooks P. Byam, Clark J. Radcliffe

IDETC-CIE 2000; 743-752doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14236

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Topics: Engineering systems and industry applications , Modeling , Computer simulation , Degrees of freedom , Design

Exploring the Design Tradeoffs and Computational Savings of Executing Vehicle Simulations in a Parallel Computing Environment

Kurt Hacker, Edward M. Kasprzak, Kemper Lewis

IDETC-CIE 2000; 753-761doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14243

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Simulation , Tradeoffs , Vehicle dynamics , Vehicles

Approximations for Safety Optimization of Large Systems

R. J. Yang, L. Gu, L. Liaw, C. Gearhart, C. H. Tho, X. Liu, B. P. Wang

IDETC-CIE 2000; 763-772doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14245

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Topics: Approximation , Optimization , Safety , Artificial neural networks , Construction , Design , Sampling methods , Simulation , Splines

Experimental Design Issues for Simultaneous Fitting of Forward and Inverse Metamodels

Russell R. Barton, Martin Meckesheimer, Timothy W. Simpson

IDETC-CIE 2000; 773-780doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14282

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Topics: Design , Experimental design , Fittings

Post Optimal System Analysis Using Aggregated Design Impact Matrix

Petter Krus

IDETC-CIE 2000; 781-786doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14511

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Topics: Design , Systems analysis , Optimization

Preliminary Design Support System Based on a Generic Under-Constraint Solving Technique

Hiroyuki Sawada, Xiu-Tian Yan

IDETC-CIE 2000; 787-796doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14525

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Topics: Design

Defence Acquisition Decision Support Through Design Systems Modelling and Exploration

Warren F. Smith, Stephen R. Hoadley, Nicholas J. Moyle

IDETC-CIE 2000; 797-806doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14528

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Topics: Defense industry , Design , Modeling

Web-Based Design

Development of an Interactive Web-Based Design Support System for the Lubrication of Rolling Bearings

J. Toussaint, K. Cheng

IDETC-CIE 2000; 807-814doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14502

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Topics: Design , Lubrication , Rolling bearings , Computer-aided design , Engineering design , Engineers , Internet , Simulation

www.wapip.com: A Special-Purpose Search Engine for Web Applications in Product Introduction Process

G. Q. Huang, B. Shen, K. L. Mak

IDETC-CIE 2000; 815-824doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14517

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Topics: Engines , Internet

Fluid Simulation on the World Wide Web: Transient Natural Convection in a Cavity

Charlie C. L. Wang, Matthew M. F. Yuen, Yu Wang

IDETC-CIE 2000; 825-830doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14522

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Topics: Cavities , Fluids , Natural convection , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Computer-aided engineering , Internet , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Computer-aided design

Solid Freeform Fabrication

A Computational Design Framework for a Rapid Solid Freeform Fabrication Process

Deepesh Khandelwal, T. Kesavadas

IDETC-CIE 2000; 831-837doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14269

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Topics: Design , Stereolithography , Engineering prototypes , Algorithms , Computer-aided design , Machinery , Manufacturing , Optimization , Photopolymers , Rapid prototyping

Algorithms for Design and Interrogation of Functionally Gradient Material Objects

Hongye Liu, Wonjoon Cho, Todd R. Jackson, Nicholas M. Patrikalakis, Emanuel M. Sachs

IDETC-CIE 2000; 839-848doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14278

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Algorithms , Design , Flamelet generated manifold , Functionally graded materials

Design Decision Templates and Their Implementation for Distributed Design and Solid Freeform Fabrication

David Rosen, Yong Chen, Jonathan Gerhard, Janet Allen, Farrokh Mistree

IDETC-CIE 2000; 849-860doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14293

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Topics: Design , Stereolithography , Manufacturing , Engineering prototypes , Collaboration , Decision making , Design for Manufacturing , Product design , Production planning , Rapid tooling

Design of Fused-Deposition ABS Components for Stiffness and Strength

José F. Rodríguez, James P. Thomas, John E. Renaud

IDETC-CIE 2000; 861-868doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14296

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Topics: Design , Stereolithography , Stiffness

Concurrent Product/Process Design

Modeling Concurrent Product and Process Design Using a Game Theoretic Team Approach

Li Chen, Simon Li

IDETC-CIE 2000; 869-877doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14220

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Process design , Teams

Treatment of the Responsibility and Controllability in Team-Based Concurrent Product and Process Design

Li Chen, Simon Li

IDETC-CIE 2000; 879-887doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14221

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Topics: Design , Process design , Teams

Using a Multiple Concurrent Design Views Interface to Enhance Design Complexity Management

Benjamin A. Baker, Russell D. Fish, Elaine Cohen

IDETC-CIE 2000; 889-895doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14261

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Topics: Design , User interfaces , Engineering prototypes , Product design , Visualization

A Formal Approach to Integrate Design and Manufacturing Processes

Patrick Kwon, Moon Jung Chung, Brian Pentland

IDETC-CIE 2000; 897-904doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14276

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Engineers , Concurrent engineering , Control equipment , Design automation , Engineering design processes , Engineering prototypes , Machine shops , Product development

A Team-Based Design for Manufacture Methodology

E. Appleton, J. A. Garside

IDETC-CIE 2000; 905-911doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14503

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Topics: Design for Manufacturing , Teams , Design , Manufacturing , Doors

A Generic Integration Approach to the Design and Manufacture of Scroll Compressors

K. Cheng, Z. Jiang, D. K. Harrison

IDETC-CIE 2000; 913-919doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14504

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Topics: Compressors , Design

Collaborative Design Using Trade-Off Satisfying Method in Supervisor System

Tomoyuki Miyashita, Hiroshi Yamakawa

IDETC-CIE 2000; 921-928doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14532

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Topics: Design , Networks , Tradeoffs

Crash Analysis

Development of a Design Sensitivity Analysis Technique for Explicit Finite Element Software With Applications in Crashworthiness

Douglas W. Stillman

IDETC-CIE 2000; 929-935doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14230

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Topics: Computer software , Crashworthiness , Design sensitivity analysis , Finite element analysis

On Improving the Accuracy of Lattice Models in Crashworthiness Analysis

Cori L. Ignatovich, Alejandro R. Diaz, Ciro A. Soto

IDETC-CIE 2000; 937-943doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14244

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Topics: Crashworthiness , Optimization , Design , Signals , Wavelet transforms

Improved Side Impact Protection: A Search for Systems Modeling Priorities

Hampton C. Gabler, Brian N. Fildes, Michael Fitzharris

IDETC-CIE 2000; 945-953doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14248

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Topics: Crashworthiness , Modeling

Can Finite Element Models Be Used to Aid in Calibrating a Crash Sensing System?

Chin-Hsu Lin, Mark Neal, J. T. Wang

IDETC-CIE 2000; 955-961doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14291

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Topics: Finite element model , Vehicles , Calibration , Finite element analysis , Testing

Tolerance Analysis

A New Mathematical Model for Geometric Tolerances As Applied to Round Faces

J. K. Davidson, A. Mujezinovic, J. J. Shah

IDETC-CIE 2000; 963-979doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14249

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Topics: ASME Standards , Manufacturing , Probability , Tradeoffs

The Tolerance Optimization Problem Using a Near-to-Global Optimum

Mohamed H. Gadallah

IDETC-CIE 2000; 981-990doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14294

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Topics: Design , Optimization

Towards Dynamic Tolerance Analysis Using a Finite Element Formulation

Otto Salomons, Elmer Arentsen, Ronald Aarts, Fred van Houten

IDETC-CIE 2000; 991-999doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14499

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Tolerance analysis

Automatic Determination of Tolerance Chains in Unidirectional Tolerancing

Charles Forster, Jean-Paul Boufflet, Fabien Lecouvreur

IDETC-CIE 2000; 1001-1008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14507

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Topics: Chain

Computer Aided Engineering Tools

Efficient Use of Finite Element Analysis in Early Design Phases

Martin Eriksson

IDETC-CIE 2000; 1009-1016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14488

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Topics: Design , Experimental design , Finite element analysis

Determination of Optimum Sensor Positions for Defect Detection on Revolving Machines by a Finite Element Vibration Analysis

F. Bogard, K. Debray, Y. Q. Guo, A. Pavan

IDETC-CIE 2000; 1017-1022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14506

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Flaw detection , Machinery , Sensors , Vibration analysis , Bearings , Emission spectroscopy , Spectroscopy , Vibration , Finite element model

Prediction of Wrinkling Behavior for Nonaxisymmetric Sheet Metal Parts by the Use of Finite Element Method

Zafer A. Senalp, Bilgin Kaftanoglu

IDETC-CIE 2000; 1023-1029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14539

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Topics: Finite element methods , Sheet metal , Blanks , Degrees of freedom , Flanges , Metalworking , Shapes , Shells

Manufacturing

Design and Optimization of Stamping Process to Improve Manufacturing Feasibility

H. Naceur, Y. Q. Guo, J. L. Batoz

IDETC-CIE 2000; 1031-1039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DAC-14508

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Metal stamping , Optimization , Computer programming , Finite element analysis , Forming limit diagrams , Risk , Rupture , Shock absorbers