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

Topics: Computer-integrated manufacturing , Flow (Dynamics) , Life cycle management , Manufacturing , Manufacturing systems , Sustainability , Sustainable development

Using the Abstract Prototyping Technique in the Development of Design Support Systems

E. Z. Opiyo, I. Horváth, J. S. M. Vergeest

IDETC-CIE 2001; 83-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21233

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Topics: Design , Testing

A Concept for the Support of an Efficient Search for Product Data

Gritt Ahrens, Sven Düsselmann

IDETC-CIE 2001; 93-98doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21234

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Topics: Design , Design methodology , Product development

Fuzzy Data Type Modeling With EXPRESS

Z. M. Ma, W. J. Zhang, W. M. Ma

IDETC-CIE 2001; 99-105doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21235

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Topics: Cycles , Engineering design , Manufacturing , Manufacturing systems , Modeling , Uncertainty

Provision of Industrial Information Resources Through Hypermedia

Richard M. Crowder, Gary Wills, Wendy Hall

IDETC-CIE 2001; 107-116doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21236

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing

Pattern-Based Approach in Conflict Cause Identification in Distributed Design Environment

Tianhong Jiang, Gale E. Nevill, Jr.

IDETC-CIE 2001; 117-122doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21237

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Topics: Design , Computer simulation , Simulation

Estimating Reduction in Development Time for Implementing a Product Platform Approach

Zahed Siddique

IDETC-CIE 2001; 123-131doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21238

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Topics: Design , Disks , Engines , Motors , Product design , Simulation , Software development , Uncertainty

An Architecture for Virtual Prototyping of Complex Systems

Bipin Chadha, John Welsh

IDETC-CIE 2001; 133-138doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21239

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Topics: Complex systems , Engineering prototypes , Cycles , Defense industry , Pulse width modulation , Tradeoffs , US Department of Defense

Integrated Genome-Like Product Database and Management System

Ah-Kat Tan, Elivio Bonollo

IDETC-CIE 2001; 139-146doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21240

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Topics: Databases , Design , Engineering prototypes , Knowledge management , Product design , Product development , Relational databases

Organisational Obstacles and Pitfalls on the Road to Product Data Management: Findings From a Longitudinal Study

P. E. Waterson, K. Pepper, C. W. Clegg, C. Fagan

IDETC-CIE 2001; 147-156doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21241

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Topics: Education , Pulse width modulation , Roads

Comparing Different Fitting Strategies for Matching Two 3D Point Sets Using a Multivariable Minimizer

Sander Spanjaard, Joris S. M. Vergeest

IDETC-CIE 2001; 157-164doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21242

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Topics: Fittings , Shapes , Conceptual design , Deformation , Engines , Object recognition , Reverse engineering , Robustness

Comparative Study of Representation Structures for Modeling Function and Behavior of Mechanical Devices

Joshua D. Summers, Noé Vargas-Hernández, Zuozhi Zhao, Jami J. Shah, Zoé Lacroix

IDETC-CIE 2001; 165-178doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21243

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Topics: Modeling , Design , Computer-aided design , Conceptual design , Design for Manufacturing , Engineering design

Strategic Product Planning: The Development of Products and Markets of Tomorrow As an Entrepreneurial Challenge

Jürgen Gausemeier, Volker Binger

IDETC-CIE 2001; 179-187doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21244

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Topics: Product development , Product planning , Automotive industry , Cycles

Distributed Modeling in Engineering: Towards a Tool-Supported Integration of Notations Using Meta Object Facilities

Dirk Jesko, Georg Paul

IDETC-CIE 2001; 189-198doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21245

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Topics: Modeling , Computer software

Integration of Requirement Management and Product Data Management Systems

Daniel Svensson, Johan Malmqvist

IDETC-CIE 2001; 199-208doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21246

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Topics: Databases , Product development , Pulse width modulation

Integrating Design Process Knowledge With CAD Models

Erik E. Hayes, William C. Regli

IDETC-CIE 2001; 209-218doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21247

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design

Integration of Data Management Systems With an Ontology Based Information Management System

T. C. Wijnker, D. Lutters, F. J. A. M. van Houten, H. J. J. Kals

IDETC-CIE 2001; 219-228doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21248

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Ontologies

Estimating Technology Insertion Risk Using Fuzzy Logic

Don Yates, Alley Butler

IDETC-CIE 2001; 229-238doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21249

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Topics: Computer software , Fuzzy logic , Risk

Fuzzy Logic Application in Data Acquisition

Dileep R. Sule, Tory K. Watkins, David Restifo

IDETC-CIE 2001; 239-244doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21250

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Topics: Data acquisition , Fuzzy logic

Dynamic Configuration Evolution of Distributed CE Design in Object-Oriented Databases

A. Al-Khudair, W. A. Gray, J. C. Miles

IDETC-CIE 2001; 245-254doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21251

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Topics: Concurrent engineering , Databases , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Disassembly Aimed at Product Remanufacturing

A. J. D. Lambert

IDETC-CIE 2001; 255-260doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21252

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Topics: Computer programming , Optimization

A Study on Distributed CIMS Analysis and Design

Renwang Li, Renbin Xiao, Guoning Qi

IDETC-CIE 2001; 261-265doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21253

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Topics: Design , Computer software , Concretes , Teams

A Socio-Technical Approach to Knowledge Capture, Sharing and Reuse in Aerospace Design

M. P. Kerr, P. E. Waterson, C. W. Clegg

IDETC-CIE 2001; 267-273doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21254

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Topics: Aerospace industry , Design , Knowledge management

Multi-User Modeling of NURBS-Based Objects

Cheryl V. Foster, Yuri Shapirstein, Christopher D. Cera, William C. Regli

IDETC-CIE 2001; 275-284doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21256

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Topics: Modeling , Design , Engineering prototypes , Shapes , Collaboration , Construction , Engineering design processes , Engineering systems and industry applications , Microelectromechanical systems , Rendering

Practical Considerations and Lessons Learned in Setting up a Virtual Reality System for Industrial Virtual Prototyping

Joseph P. De Kroon, Bert Bras

IDETC-CIE 2001; 285-294doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21258

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Topics: Virtual reality

Physically Based Modeling in Virtual Assembly

Yong Wang, Uma Jayaram, Sankar Jayaram, Kevin Lyons

IDETC-CIE 2001; 295-305doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21259

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Topics: Modeling , Virtual assembly , Virtual reality , Computer-aided design , Manufacturing , Computers , Design , Gravitational acceleration

Fast and Smooth NC Milling Animation Using Partial Redrawing Technique

Masatomo Inui, Makoto Takano

IDETC-CIE 2001; 307-314doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21260

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Topics: Milling , Shapes , Machining

Prediction and Diagnosis of Propagated Errors in Assembly Systems Using Virtual Factories

Cem M. Baydar, Kazuhiro Saitou

IDETC-CIE 2001; 315-322doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21261

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Topics: Errors , Manufacturing

Designing Flexible Production Systems With Virtual Reality

Jürgen Gausemeier, Holger Krumm, Michael Grafe, Peter Ebbesmeyer

IDETC-CIE 2001; 323-328doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21262

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Topics: Design , Flexible manufacturing systems , Virtual reality , Engineering systems and industry applications , Manufacturing , Simulation

Analysis of the Robotic Assembling Accuracy Based on Virtual Assembly Environment

Zheng Zhang, Xuebuo Luo, Cunxi Xie

IDETC-CIE 2001; 329-335doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21263

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Topics: Robotics , Virtual assembly , Errors , Robotic assembly , Robots , Manufacturing , Modeling , Teaching , Three-dimensional models , Virtual reality

Calibrating Virtual Environments for Engineering Applications

Uma Jayaram, Roglenda Repp

IDETC-CIE 2001; 337-347doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21264

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Topics: Engineering systems and industry applications , Virtual reality , Calibration , Errors , Interpolation , Algorithms , Data collection , Metals , Space

Definition Clarification and Review on Virtual Prototyping

G. Gary Wang

IDETC-CIE 2001; 349-357doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21265

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Topics: Virtual assembly , Virtual reality

A Haptics-Based Virtual Environment for Engineering Design and Manufacturing Applications

Cartik Sharma, T. Kesavadas

IDETC-CIE 2001; 359-365doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21266

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Topics: Design , Engineering design , Haptics , Manufacturing , Optimization , Virtual reality

Design Synthesis in a Virtual Environment

Douglas Maxwell, Rob King, Alley Butler

IDETC-CIE 2001; 367-384doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21267

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Virtual reality

A New Method for Building B-Spline Curves and its Application to Geometry Design and Structured Grid Generation

Horacio Flórez Guzmán

IDETC-CIE 2001; 385-394doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21268

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Topics: B-splines , Design , Geometry , Mesh generation , Interpolation , Algorithms , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer-aided engineering , Linear systems , Splines

Automatic Unstructured Mesh Generation Around Two-Dimensional Domains Described by B-Spline Curves

Horacio Flórez Guzmán, Raúl Manzanilla Morillo

IDETC-CIE 2001; 395-400doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21269

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Topics: B-splines , Mesh generation , Design , Interpolation , Algorithms , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer-aided engineering , Computers , Generators , Polynomials

Generalizing of Numerically Solving Methods of Eigenvalue Problems to Asymmetrical, Damping Included Case

Shahram Rezaei

IDETC-CIE 2001; 401-404doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21270

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Topics: Damping , Eigenvalues

On the Identification of Hysteresis in Inelastic Systems

Fai Ma

IDETC-CIE 2001; 405-415doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21271

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Engineering simulation , Gradient methods , Kalman filters , Simulation , Stability

Control of Conical Shells Laminated With Full and Diagonal Actuators

H. S. Tzou, D. W. Wang, W. K. Chai

IDETC-CIE 2001; 417-425doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21272

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Topics: Actuators , Shells

Prediction of Thermal Displacements in Finite Element Tool Models

Jörg Aßmus, Niels Wessel, Jürgen Kurths, Frank Weidermann, Jan Konvicka, Steffen Nestmann, Raimund Neugebauer

IDETC-CIE 2001; 427-434doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21273

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Algorithms , Displacement , Errors , Regression analysis , Temperature , Thermal stability

Response of Submerged Structures by the Finite Element-Cum-Boundary Element Method

C. W. S. To, M. A. O’Grady

IDETC-CIE 2001; 435-444doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21274

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Topics: Approximation , Boundary element methods , Eigenvalues , Excitation , Finite element analysis , Fluid structure interaction , Fluids , Shells , Submerged structures

Hybrid Strain Based Finite Element Modeling of Laminated Plates With Distributed Piezoelectric Components

C. W. S. To, Wei Liu

IDETC-CIE 2001; 445-454doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21275

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Topics: Composite materials , Finite element analysis , Modeling , Plates (structures) , Shells

Design and Utilization of an Impact Pendulum for Assessing Energy Losses due to the Impact of a Projectile With an Arbitrary Medium

Mohammad Khosrowjerdi, James Aflaki

IDETC-CIE 2001; 455-460doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21276

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Topics: Design , Energy dissipation , Pendulums , Projectiles , Displacement , Computer software , Data acquisition , Data acquisition systems , Momentum , Transducers

MATLAB in Engineering Education

M. H. Alimi, M. Mahinfalah, G. H. Nazari

IDETC-CIE 2001; 461-465doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21277

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Topics: Engineering education , Matlab , Differential equations , Vibration

Mathematical Modeling of a DC Motor With Encoder Feedback Using Real Time Simulation

Kourosh Rahnamai, Brian Yanke

IDETC-CIE 2001; 467-471doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21278

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Topics: Engines , Feedback , Modeling , Motors , Simulation , Mathematics , Dynamic systems , Errors , Permanent magnets

Windows-Based Portable Laboratory System for Demonstrating Heat Transfer From an Extended Surface

Mohammad Khosrowjerdi, Said Dini, James Aflaki

IDETC-CIE 2001; 473-481doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21279

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Topics: Heat transfer , Computer software , Heat conduction , Manufacturing , Natural convection , Radiation (Physics) , Students , Teaching , Thermocouples , Data acquisition

A Graph Grammar Based Approach for Development of an Internet-Based Product Family Information System

Zahed Siddique, Zili Shao

IDETC-CIE 2001; 483-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21280

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Topics: Internet , Design , Manufacturing , Decision making , Product development

Affordable Space Systems Manufacturing: Intelligent Synthesis Technology, Process Planning, and Production Scheduling

Jeffrey W. Herrmann, Mark Fleischer, Edward Lin, Vidit Mathur, Jim Glasser

IDETC-CIE 2001; 493-500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21281

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Topics: Manufacturing , Production planning

Distributed Multibody Dynamic Analysis Within Product Development

Tobias Larsson, Andreas Larsson, Lennart Karlsson

IDETC-CIE 2001; 501-507doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21282

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Product development

Net Informational and Computational System for CFD Researchers

Valeri Goriatchev, Mikhail Balachov, Dmitri Rykov

IDETC-CIE 2001; 509-513doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21283

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Internet

Towards a Specification for a Product Model to Assist the Design of Injection Moulds

Héctor Morano, Vicente Borja, Marcelo López, Álvaro Ayala

IDETC-CIE 2001; 515-524doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21284

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Topics: Design

Interaction Modeling in Systems Design

Rajarishi Sinha, Christiaan J. J. Paredis, Pradeep K. Khosla

IDETC-CIE 2001; 525-533doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21285

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Simulation

Collaborative Modeling With Features

Rafael Bidarra, Eelco van den Berg, Willem F. Bronsvoort

IDETC-CIE 2001; 535-545doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21286

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Topics: Modeling , Collaboration , Stress , Visualization

Web-Based Distributed System and Database Modeling for Concurrent Design

D. Xue, Y. Xu

IDETC-CIE 2001; 547-556doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21287

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Topics: Cycles , Databases , Design , Modeling

A Survey of Methods and Approaches to Knowledge Management in the Product Development Environment

Maria Benson, Janis Terpenny

IDETC-CIE 2001; 557-565doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21288

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Topics: Knowledge management , Product development , Engineering design , Collaboration , Concurrent engineering , Databases , Design , Engineering design processes , Expert systems , Strategic planning

Design for Facility Over the Internet: A Case Study With Automotive Connecting Rod Designs

Khurshid A. Qureshi, Kazuhiro Saitou

IDETC-CIE 2001; 567-575doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21289

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Topics: Design , Internet

Vehicle Analysis Using an Agent-Based Analysis Tools Framework

Ken Gee

IDETC-CIE 2001; 577-584doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21290

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Finite element methods , Vehicles , Computer-aided design , Flow (Dynamics) , Aircraft , Computation , Design , Expert systems , Geometry

Exploration of a Multi-User Collaborative Assembly Environment on the Internet: A Case Study

Li Chen, Zhijie Song, Billy Liavas

IDETC-CIE 2001; 585-591doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21291

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Topics: Internet , Manufacturing , Design , Collaboration , Multimedia , Teams

Representing the Charters of Freedom Encasements in a Design Repository: A Case Study

R. H. Allen, R. J. Fijol, S. Szykman, R. D. Sriram

IDETC-CIE 2001; 593-599doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21292

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Topics: Design

Problem Formulation and Basic Elements for Automated Multi-Piece Mold Design

Yong Chen, David Rosen

IDETC-CIE 2001; 601-611doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21293

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Topics: Design , Rapid tooling

A Region Based Approach to Automated Design of Multi-Piece Molds With Application to Rapid Tooling

Yong Chen, David Rosen

IDETC-CIE 2001; 613-623doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21294

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Topics: Design , Rapid tooling

An Information-Based Design Support System for Composite Structures

Xiaochun Hu, Wei Sun

IDETC-CIE 2001; 625-634doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21295

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Topics: Composite materials , Databases , Design , Internet

Virtual Prototyping Based Design Optimization of PEM Fuel Cell Gas Delivery Plates

Rong Zheng, Zuomin Dong

IDETC-CIE 2001; 635-644doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21296

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Finite element analysis , Fuel cells , Optimization , Plates (structures) , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells

Tool Path Planning Algorithm of Normal Curvature Approach Milling Model for Freeform Surfaces

Xianzhong Yi

IDETC-CIE 2001; 645-650doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21297

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Topics: Algorithms , Milling , Path planning , Computer numerical control machine tools , Machining , Machinery , Manufacturing , Milling machines

Application of Vague Geometric Representation for Shape Instance Generation of the Human Body

Niels C. C. M. Moes, Zoltán Rusák, Imre Horváth

IDETC-CIE 2001; 651-665doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21298

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Topics: Shapes , Construction , Finite element analysis , Mirrors , Regression models , Statistical analysis

An Effective Geometric and Kinematical Analysis of Ruled Surface Feature Manufacturability for Rapid Prototyping

P. J. de Jager, J. J. Broek, I. Horváth, A. Kooijman, A. de Smit

IDETC-CIE 2001; 667-676doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21299

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Topics: Rapid prototyping , Kinematics , Algorithms , Approximation , Blades , Cutting , Foamed materials , Pareto optimization , Rotation , Shapes

Communication Model for the User Interface of a Shape Conceptualization System

György Kuczogi, Imre Horváth, Joris S. M. Vergeest, Zoltán Rusák

IDETC-CIE 2001; 677-684doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21300

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Topics: Shapes , User interfaces , Failure , Computer-aided design , Computers , Design , Machinery , Uncertainty

Steepest-Directed Tool Paths of Sculptured Parts: The Most Efficient Local Scheme in 3-Axis CNC Machining and its Mathematical Proof

Zezhong C. Chen, Zuomin Dong, Geoffrey W. Vickers

IDETC-CIE 2001; 685-693doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21301

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Topics: Computer numerical control machine tools , Machining

An Efficient Geometric Algorithm for Extracting Mechanical Components: A Step Towards Developing an Automated Extraction Tool for MEMS

Sashidhar Bellam, Satyandra K. Gupta

IDETC-CIE 2001; 695-707doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21302

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Topics: Algorithms , Microelectromechanical systems , Design , Cycles , Electrical components , Electronic components , Structural elements (Construction)

An Algorithm to Generate Efficient Cutter Path for Pocket Milling Operations Using Modified Zigzag Strategy

Satyandra K. Gupta, Sunil K. Saini, Zhiyang Yao

IDETC-CIE 2001; 709-718doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21303

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Topics: Algorithms , Milling , Cutting , Surface roughness , Machining

A Design Procedure Applicable to Different Classes of Assemblies

Daniel E. Whitney, Gaurav Shukla, Stefan von Praun

IDETC-CIE 2001; 719-729doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21304

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing

Sketch Based Mesh Extrusion With Remeshing Techniques

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

IDETC-CIE 2001; 731-738doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21305

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Topics: Extruding , Geometric modeling , Optimization

Specification of Assembly Requirements in Terms of Elementary Manipulation Tasks

Matthew D. Devenish, Graham G. Rogers

IDETC-CIE 2001; 739-745doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21306

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Topics: Manufacturing , Modeling , Computer-aided design , Design , Design methodology , Errors , Formal specification , Manipulator design , Manipulators , Testing

A Skeletal Topological Modeler Based on Bounding Spheres

David Thompson, Richard Crawford

IDETC-CIE 2001; 747-754doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21307

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Topics: Design , Shapes , Solid models , Topology , Weight (Mass)

Physics Based B-Spline Heterogeneous Object Modeling

Xiaoping Qian, Debasish Dutta

IDETC-CIE 2001; 755-766doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21664

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Topics: B-splines , Modeling , Physics

Defining a Flexible Modeling Methodology for Design and Development of Automotive Powertrain Systems

Mark Jennings, Michael Tiller, Kenneth R. Butts

IDETC-CIE 2001; 767-778doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21665

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Architecture , Calibration , Control equipment , Energy consumption

The Geometric Principle of Automatic Modular Fixture Planning

Yuguang Wu, Shuming Gao, Zichen Chen

IDETC-CIE 2001; 779-787doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21666

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Topics: Clamps (Tools) , Design , Rotation

Intelligent Compressor Design in a Network-Centric Environment

Peter J. Röhl, Raymond M. Kolonay, Michael J. Paradis, Michael W. Bailey

IDETC-CIE 2001; 789-798doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21667

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Topics: Compressors , Design , Geometry , Computer software , Computer-aided design , Rotors , Blades , Computer-aided engineering , Computers , Engineering instruments

Optical and Mechanical Design of a Laser-Based Non-Intrusive Vehicle Delineation Detection System

Bin Lin, Harry H. Cheng, Benjamin D. Shaw, Bo Chen, Joe Palen

IDETC-CIE 2001; 799-805doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21668

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Topics: Design engineering , Lasers , Photodiodes , Sensors , Vehicles

Design and Implementation of the Intelligent Hydraulic Valve System

Weibo Li, Wei Li, Yu Wang, Genmao Wu

IDETC-CIE 2001; 807-813doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21669

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Topics: Design , Valves , Electrical wires , Reliability

Timing Studies of Real-Time Linux for Control

Frederick M. Proctor, William P. Shackleford

IDETC-CIE 2001; 815-820doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21670

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Topics: Hardware , Jitter , Real-time control , Resolution (Optics)

Computer-Generated Virtual/Physical Reality: Blurring the Lines

Harry C. Petersen, Andrzej Markowski, Paul Sullivan, Robert Petersen

IDETC-CIE 2001; 821-829doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21671

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Topics: Computers , Feedback , Manufacturing , Rapid prototyping , Simulation , Virtual reality , Databases , Flight , Machinery , Reverse engineering

An Intelligent Zone-Based Delivery Scheduling Approach

H. Wang, D. Xue

IDETC-CIE 2001; 831-841doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21672

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Topics: Artificial intelligence , Computer programming languages , Genetic algorithms , Optimization

Fuzzy Cell Mapping Applied to Autonomous Systems

Y. Song, D. Edwards, V. S. Manoranjan

IDETC-CIE 2001; 843-860doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21673

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Topics: Analytical methods , Biology , Chemistry , Computers , Economics , Engineering disciplines , Nonlinear systems , Physics

An Ant Algorithm Approach to the Isomorphism Identification of Mechanism Kinematic Chains

Renbin Xiao, Jinghua He, Ming Chang, Hanmin Shi

IDETC-CIE 2001; 861-866doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21674

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Topics: Algorithms , Kinematic chains , Computation , Explosions , Optimization

Swirl Distribution Effects on the Thermal Characteristics of Premixed Flames

Sean Archer, Ashwani K. Gupta

IDETC-CIE 2001; 867-878doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21676

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Topics: Flames , Emissions , Temperature , Annulus , Combustion chambers , Density , Flow (Dynamics) , Nitrogen oxides , Probability , Shapes

Temperature and Smoke Prediction in Structural Fires

Hyeong-Jin Kim, David G. Lilley

IDETC-CIE 2001; 879-888doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21677

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Topics: Fire , Smoke , Temperature , Computers , Simulation , Temperature measurement , Combustion

Preliminary Design of Wind Turbine Blades for Manufacture Using Local Capabilities

Sarim N. Al-Zubaidy, Jacqueline Bridge, Alwyn Johnson

IDETC-CIE 2001; 889-896doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21678

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Topics: Blades , Design , Wind turbines , Airfoils , Energy resources , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Wind energy , Algorithms , Compression , Computational fluid dynamics

Computer-Based Design of Disc Brakes by Multi-Objective Form Optimization

Sayed M. Metwalli, Hesham A. Hegazi

IDETC-CIE 2001; 897-905doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21680

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Topics: Automotive brakes , Computers , Design , Optimization , Disks , Temperature , Brakes , Computer-aided design , Rotors , Sensitivity analysis

Particle Tracking in Combustion Chamber of Solid Rocket Motor

Yumin Xiao, R. S. Amano, Timin Cai, Jiang Li, Guoqiang He

IDETC-CIE 2001; 907-915doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21760

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Engines , Motors , Particulate matter , Rockets , Propellants , Boundary-value problems , Firing , Composite materials , Computational fluid dynamics

Experimental Measurements and Computations of Heat Transfer and Flow Friction Factor in a Staggered Pin Fin Array

Forrest E. Ames, Christopher S. Solberg, Michael D. Goman, Daniel J. Curtis, Bradley T. Steinbrecker

IDETC-CIE 2001; 917-927doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21761

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Topics: Computation , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Heat transfer , Reynolds number , Computational fluid dynamics , Geometry , Pins (Engineering) , Steady state , Temperature

Computational Study of a Two-Passage Turbine Guide-Vane Cascade With End-Wall Contouring

Bin Zhu, Yu-Liang Lin, Tom I-P. Shih, Rohit Oke, Terry W. Simon, Minking Chyu

IDETC-CIE 2001; 929-938doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21762

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Guide vanes , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Airfoils , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Engineering simulation , Navier-Stokes equations

Relative Cooling With Liquid for Gas Turbines: Part I — A Solution for Exceeding 2000 K at Turbine Inlet

Sandu Constantin, Dan Brasoveanu

IDETC-CIE 2001; 939-953doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21763

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Topics: Cooling , Gas turbines , Turbines , Temperature , Cooling systems , Engines , Pumps , Rotors , Thermal efficiency , Turbine blades

Computational Analysis of Pitch-Width Effects on the Losses of Turbine Blades

C. Xu, R. S. Amano

IDETC-CIE 2001; 955-968doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21764

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Topics: Turbine blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Blades , Compressible flow , Energy dissipation , Stators

Generating Offsets That Are Homologous to Their Skeletons

David Thompson, Richard Crawford

IDETC-CIE 2001; 969-978doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21765

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Topics: Design , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Topology

A Web-Based Distributed Product Realization Environment

Angran Xiao, Hae-Jin Choi, Rahul Kulkarni, Janet K. Allen, David Rosen, Farrokh Mistree, Shaw C. Feng

IDETC-CIE 2001; 979-991doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2001/CIE-21766

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Topics: Collaboration , Computer software , Design , Engineering prototypes , Engineers , Flow (Dynamics) , Manufacturing , Manufacturing systems , Product design , Product development