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Topics: Design automation , Design , Design engineering , Computer-aided design , Computers , Density , Engineering design , Internet , Manufacturing , Mechanical engineering

Optimization of Chemical Etching Process in Niobium Cavities

Mohamed B. Trabia, William Culbreth, Satishkumar Subramanian, Tsuyoshi Tajima

IDETC-CIE 2004; 149-157https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57133

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View Articletitled, Optimization of Chemical Etching Process in Niobium Cavities

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Topics: Cavities , Chemical etching , Optimization , Etching , Fluids , Computational fluid dynamics , Computers , Design , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics)

An Efficient Weighting Update Method to Achieve Acceptable Consistency Deviation in Analytical Target Cascading

Jeremy J. Michalek, Panos Y. Papalambros

IDETC-CIE 2004; 159-168https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57134

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View Articletitled, An Efficient Weighting Update Method to Achieve Acceptable Consistency Deviation in Analytical Target Cascading

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Topics: Design , Iterative methods , Optimization , Systems engineering , Weight (Mass)

A Comparison of Commonality Indices for Product Family Design

Henri J. Thevenot, Timothy W. Simpson

IDETC-CIE 2004; 169-178https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57141

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View Articletitled, A Comparison of Commonality Indices for Product Family Design

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Topics: Design , Data collection , Manufacturing , Tradeoffs

A System Approach to Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty, Through Best in Class Simulation Process Integration and Design Optimization

Nick Tzannetakis, Stijn Donders, Joost Van de Peer, Paul Weal

IDETC-CIE 2004; 179-188https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57149

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View Articletitled, A System Approach to Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty, Through Best in Class Simulation Process Integration and Design Optimization

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Topics: Design , Design under uncertainty , Optimization , Simulation , Robustness , Automotive industry , Manufacturing , Product development , Product reliability , Reliability

A Comparative Study of Constraint Programming Techniques Over Intervals in Preliminary Design

Bernard Yannou, Ghassen Harmel

IDETC-CIE 2004; 189-198https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57152

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View Articletitled, A Comparative Study of Constraint Programming Techniques Over Intervals in Preliminary Design

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Topics: Computer programming , Design , Uncertainty

Front Structure Design Procedure for Optimal Pedestrian Leg Impact Performance

Mark O. Neal

IDETC-CIE 2004; 199-205https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57153

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View Articletitled, Front Structure Design Procedure for Optimal Pedestrian Leg Impact Performance

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Topics: Design , Safety , Vehicles , Finite element model , Impact testing , Optimization , Simulation , Crashworthiness , Geometry , Regulations

A Recursive, Line-Intersection Method for Finding the Area of a Mesh Projected Onto a Plane

Yifan Chen, Pietro Buttolo, James Rankin, II, Basavaraj Tonshal

IDETC-CIE 2004; 209-214https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57156

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View Articletitled, A Recursive, Line-Intersection Method for Finding the Area of a Mesh Projected Onto a Plane

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Computers , Engines , Resolution (Optics)

Task Scheduling of Parallel Development Projects Using Genetic Algorithms

Miao Zhuang, Ali A. Yassine

IDETC-CIE 2004; 215-224https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57159

Abstract

View Articletitled, Task Scheduling of Parallel Development Projects Using Genetic Algorithms

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Topics: Genetic algorithms

Dynamic Modeling and Simulation of Parallel Kinematic Machines

S. J. Du, M. Kalveram, K. Weinert

IDETC-CIE 2004; 225-233https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57163

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Modeling and Simulation of Parallel Kinematic Machines

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Topics: Dynamic modeling , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Kinematics , Machinery , Simulation , Virtual work principle

DRed and Design Folders: A Way of Capturing, Storing and Passing On Knowledge Generated During Design Projects

Rob H. Bracewell, Saeema Ahmed, Ken M. Wallace

IDETC-CIE 2004; 235-246https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57165

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View Articletitled, DRed and Design Folders: A Way of Capturing, Storing and Passing On Knowledge Generated During Design Projects

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Topics: Aerospace industry , Design , Folding machines

Identifying and Tracking Features in Freeform Shape

Y. Song, J. S. M. Vergeest, C. Wang

IDETC-CIE 2004; 247-256https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57174

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View Articletitled, Identifying and Tracking Features in Freeform Shape

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Topics: Shapes

Development of a Production Cost Estimation Framework for Product Family Design

Jaeil Park, Timothy W. Simpson

IDETC-CIE 2004; 257-266https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57175

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View Articletitled, Development of a Production Cost Estimation Framework for Product Family Design

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Topics: Design

Modeling and Design of Materials for Controlled Wave Propagation in Plane Grid Structures

Liangkai Ma, Alejandro Diaz, Alan Haddow

IDETC-CIE 2004; 267-278https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57183

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Design of Materials for Controlled Wave Propagation in Plane Grid Structures

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Topics: Design , Energy gap , Modeling , Optimization , Wave propagation , Filters , Periodic structures , Vibration , Waveguides , Waves

An Efficient Pareto Set Identification Approach for Multi-Objective Optimization on Black-Box Functions

G. Gary Wang, Songqing Shan

IDETC-CIE 2004; 279-291https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57194

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View Articletitled, An Efficient Pareto Set Identification Approach for Multi-Objective Optimization on Black-Box Functions

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Topics: Pareto optimization

Ant Colony Optimization Method for Product Platform Formation

Rupesh Kumar, Venkat Allada, Sreeram Ramakrishnan

IDETC-CIE 2004; 293-302https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57195

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View Articletitled, Ant Colony Optimization Method for Product Platform Formation

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Topics: Optimization

The Effects of Different Specifications on the Tolerance-Maps for an Angled Face

Gaurav Ameta, Joseph K. Davidson, Jami J. Shah

IDETC-CIE 2004; 303-311https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57199

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View Articletitled, The Effects of Different Specifications on the Tolerance-Maps for an Angled Face

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Topics: Dimensions , Manufacturing , Probability

Development of Process Optimization for an Intelligent Knowledge-Based System for Spur Gear Precision Forging Die Design

El-Sayed Aziz, C. Chassapis

IDETC-CIE 2004; 313-320https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57205

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View Articletitled, Development of Process Optimization for an Intelligent Knowledge-Based System for Spur Gear Precision Forging Die Design

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Topics: Design , Forging , Gears , Optimization , Spur gears

Global Stiffness Improvement for Tricept Machine Tools Family

Dan Zhang

IDETC-CIE 2004; 321-331https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57211

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View Articletitled, Global Stiffness Improvement for Tricept Machine Tools Family

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Topics: Machine tools , Stiffness , Engineering simulation , Simulation

A Parametric Approach to Vehicle Seating Buck Design

Nanxin Wang, Jian Wan, Gianna Gomez-Levi

IDETC-CIE 2004; 333-339https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57212

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View Articletitled, A Parametric Approach to Vehicle Seating Buck Design

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Topics: Design , Vehicles , Automotive design , Computer-aided design , Decision making , Dimensions , Manufacturing , Modeling , Packaging

Parameter and Tolerance Constraints Modeling for Assembly

Jie Hu, Yonghong Peng

IDETC-CIE 2004; 341-349https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57224

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View Articletitled, Parameter and Tolerance Constraints Modeling for Assembly

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Topics: Manufacturing , Modeling , Design , Circuits , Gear pumps , Linkages , Product design

Fully Free-Form Deformation Features (δ-F⁴) Incorporating Discontinuities

Vincent Cheutet, Jean-Philippe Pernot, Jean-Claude Leon, Bianca Falcidieno, Franca Giannini

IDETC-CIE 2004; 351-360https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57225

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fully Free-Form Deformation Features (δ-F<sup>4</sup>) Incorporating Discontinuities

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Topics: Deformation

Design of Components With Optimized Microstructure

Douglas C. Stahl, Mark Batdorff

IDETC-CIE 2004; 361-368https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57228

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View Articletitled, Design of Components With Optimized Microstructure

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Stereolithography , Topology , Manufacturing , Anisotropy , Density , Machinery , Materials properties , Rotation

An Integrated Design Support Environment for a Micro-Scale Portable Absorption Cooling System

Brian J. Daniels, Ashutosh Ballal, Ping Ge, Kevin Drost

IDETC-CIE 2004; 369-378https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57229

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View Articletitled, An Integrated Design Support Environment for a Micro-Scale Portable Absorption Cooling System

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Topics: Absorption , Cooling systems , Design , Microscale devices , Cycles , Heat , Physics , Stress , Thermal efficiency , Tradeoffs

A Conceptual Design Synthesis Framework for Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)

Y.-M. Deng, W. F. Lu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 379-386https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57235

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View Articletitled, A Conceptual Design Synthesis Framework for Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS)

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Topics: Conceptual design , Microelectromechanical systems

A Survey of the Study of Failure

Kenji Iino, Yotaro Hatamura

IDETC-CIE 2004; 387-391https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57244

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View Articletitled, A Survey of the Study of Failure

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Topics: Databases , Failure

A Knowledge-Based System for Change Impact Analysis

Walid Ben Ahmed, Mounib Mekhilef, Michel Bigand, Yves Page

IDETC-CIE 2004; 393-401https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57249

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View Articletitled, A Knowledge-Based System for Change Impact Analysis

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Topics: Complex systems , Design , Errors , Road safety , Safety , Traffic accidents , Variable structure systems , Vehicles

Evaluation Method for the Topological Synthesis of Sheet Metal Components

Swapnil Padhye, Matthew I. Campbell

IDETC-CIE 2004; 403-418https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57254

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View Articletitled, Evaluation Method for the Topological Synthesis of Sheet Metal Components

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Topics: Evaluation methods , Sheet metal , Design , Manufacturing , Engineers , Forging , Machining , Raw materials , Shapes , Stiffness

A Single-Loop Method for Reliability-Based Design Optimization

Jinghong Liang, Zissimos P. Mourelatos, Jian Tu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 419-430https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57255

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View Articletitled, A Single-Loop Method for Reliability-Based Design Optimization

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Topics: Reliability-based optimization , Optimization , Algorithms , Reliability , Design , Automobiles , Collapse , Design under uncertainty , Uncertainty

Geometric Design of Uniform Developable B-Spline Surfaces

Chih-Hsing Chu, Jang-Ting Chen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 431-436https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57257

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View Articletitled, Geometric Design of Uniform Developable B-Spline Surfaces

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Topics: B-splines , Design , Algorithms , Composite materials , Degrees of freedom , Design methodology

Creative Design, Issues and Strategies

Zhi-Gang Xu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 437-443https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57258

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View Articletitled, Creative Design, Issues and Strategies

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Creativity

A Saddlepoint Approximation Method for Uncertainty Analysis

Xiaoping Du, Agus Sudjianto

IDETC-CIE 2004; 445-452https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57269

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View Articletitled, A Saddlepoint Approximation Method for Uncertainty Analysis

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Topics: Approximation , Uncertainty analysis

Geometric Containment Analysis for Rotational Parts

Mukul Karnik, Satyandra K. Gupta, Edward B. Magrab

IDETC-CIE 2004; 453-465https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57271

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View Articletitled, Geometric Containment Analysis for Rotational Parts

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Topics: Containment , Databases , Algorithms , Cylinders , Manufacturing

Integrating Freeform and Feature-Based Fitting Methods

H. James de St. Germain, David E. Johnson, Elaine Cohen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 467-471https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57298

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View Articletitled, Integrating Freeform and Feature-Based Fitting Methods

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Topics: Computer software , Computer-aided design , Design , Engineering drawings , Fittings , Machinery , Reverse engineering , Sensors , Surface fitting

A Systems Framework for Platform Architecture Analysis

Rafael Araque, Trevor Bailey, Murilo W. Bonilha, Jay Fletcher

IDETC-CIE 2004; 473-479https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57299

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View Articletitled, A Systems Framework for Platform Architecture Analysis

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Topics: Refrigeration

On the Use of Kriging Models to Approximate Deterministic Computer Models

Jay D. Martin, Timothy W. Simpson

IDETC-CIE 2004; 481-492https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57300

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View Articletitled, On the Use of Kriging Models to Approximate Deterministic Computer Models

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Topics: Computers , Maximum likelihood estimation , Algorithms , Approximation , Design , Errors , Optimization , Parameter estimation

Decomposition-Based Assembly Synthesis of Space Frame Structures Using Joint Library

Naesung Lyu, Kazuhiro Saitou

IDETC-CIE 2004; 493-502https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57301

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View Articletitled, Decomposition-Based Assembly Synthesis of Space Frame Structures Using Joint Library

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Topics: Manufacturing , Space frame structures , Geometry , Cross section (Physics) , Finite element analysis , Springs , Vehicles , Aluminum , Genetic algorithms , Optimization

A New Approach for Simultaneous Shape and Topology Optimization Based on Implicit Topology Description Functions

Xu Guo, Kang Zhao, Michael Yu Wang

IDETC-CIE 2004; 503-512https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57302

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View Articletitled, A New Approach for Simultaneous Shape and Topology Optimization Based on Implicit Topology Description Functions

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Topics: Optimization , Shapes , Topology , Algorithms , Design , Stiffness

On Electrochemical Deposition for Layered Manufacturing

Rhonda Anderson, Mark Ganter, Dan Schwartz, Duane Storti, John Whitaker

IDETC-CIE 2004; 513-518https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57306

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View Articletitled, On Electrochemical Deposition for Layered Manufacturing

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Topics: Manufacturing , Binders (Materials) , Temperature , Additive manufacturing , Electrodeposition , Modeling , Thermal expansion , Thermal stresses

Robustness and Performance Optimization of Engine Bearing System Using Computer Model and Surrogate Noise

Mikhail Ejakov, Agus Sudjianto, John Pieprzak

IDETC-CIE 2004; 519-528https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57327

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View Articletitled, Robustness and Performance Optimization of Engine Bearing System Using Computer Model and Surrogate Noise

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Topics: Bearings , Computers , Engines , Noise (Sound) , Optimization , Robustness , Design , Computer-aided engineering , Noise factors , Modeling

Design Optimization of Enclosed Liquid Containers With Baffles for Sloshing and Impact

T. C. Kingsley, K. J. Craig

IDETC-CIE 2004; 529-540https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57328

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View Articletitled, Design Optimization of Enclosed Liquid Containers With Baffles for Sloshing and Impact

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Topics: Containers , Design , Optimization , Sloshing , Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering disciplines , Signals , Accelerometers , Filtration , Pressure measurement

Design for Project Change Management: Part 1 — Configuration Design

D. Xue, S. Y. Cheing, P. Gu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 541-552https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57331

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View Articletitled, Design for Project Change Management: Part 1 — Configuration Design

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Topics: Change management , Construction , Design

Design for Project Change Management: Part 2 — Attribute Design

D. Xue, S. Y. Cheing, P. Gu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 553-564https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57332

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View Articletitled, Design for Project Change Management: Part 2 — Attribute Design

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Topics: Change management , Construction , Design , Taguchi methods

Moment Matching for Sensitivity Analysis of Probabilistic Model Output

Mahmoud Awad, Agus Sudjianto, Nanua Singh

IDETC-CIE 2004; 565-572https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57336

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View Articletitled, Moment Matching for Sensitivity Analysis of Probabilistic Model Output

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Topics: Sensitivity analysis , Engineering simulation

Product Design Selection With Variability in Preferences for an Implicit Value Function

K. Maddulapalli, S. Azarm

IDETC-CIE 2004; 573-582https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57339

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View Articletitled, Product Design Selection With Variability in Preferences for an Implicit Value Function

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Topics: Preferences , Product design , Design

A Formal Approach to Handling Conflicts in Multiattribute Group Decision Making

Tung-King See, Kemper Lewis

IDETC-CIE 2004; 583-592https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57342

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View Articletitled, A Formal Approach to Handling Conflicts in Multiattribute Group Decision Making

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Topics: Decision making , Preferences

Convergence and Stability in Distributed Design of Large Systems

Vincent Chanron, Kemper Lewis

IDETC-CIE 2004; 593-603https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57344

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View Articletitled, Convergence and Stability in Distributed Design of Large Systems

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Topics: Design , Equilibrium (Physics) , Stability

Transient Root Cause Analysis: A Model-Based Systems Engineering Methodology

Trevor Bailey, Suzanne Woll, Rajul Misra, Kevin Otto

IDETC-CIE 2004; 605-611https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57350

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View Articletitled, Transient Root Cause Analysis: A Model-Based Systems Engineering Methodology

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Topics: Root cause analysis , Systems engineering , Transients (Dynamics) , Event history analysis , Failure mode and effects analysis , Modeling , Refrigeration , Teams

Design Optimization of Hierarchically Decomposed Multilevel Systems Under Uncertainty

Michael Kokkolaras, Zissimos P. Mourelatos, Panos Y. Papalambros

IDETC-CIE 2004; 613-624https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57357

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View Articletitled, Design Optimization of Hierarchically Decomposed Multilevel Systems Under Uncertainty

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Uncertainty , Engine design , Reliability , Simulation , Statistical distributions

Purely Declarative Feature-Based Design With Feature Type Property Maintenance

Dhaval Lokagariwar, Bernhard Bettig

IDETC-CIE 2004; 627-635https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57360

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View Articletitled, Purely Declarative Feature-Based Design With Feature Type Property Maintenance

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Topics: Design , Maintenance , Construction , Shapes , Algorithms , Blocks (Building materials) , Computer software , Computer-aided design , Design methodology

A Weighted Three-Point-Based Strategy for Variance Estimation

Thaweepat Buranathiti, Jian Cao, Wei Chen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 637-645https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57363

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View Articletitled, A Weighted Three-Point-Based Strategy for Variance Estimation

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Design under uncertainty , Engineering design processes , Engineering simulation , Finite element methods , Gaussian distribution , Manufacturing , Sheet metal work , Simulation

Hierarchical Arrangement of Characteristics in Product Design Optimization Problems for Deeper Insight Into Optimized Results

Masataka Yoshimura, Masahiko Taniguchi, Kazuhiro Izui, Shinji Nishiwaki

IDETC-CIE 2004; 647-655https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57366

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View Articletitled, Hierarchical Arrangement of Characteristics in Product Design Optimization Problems for Deeper Insight Into Optimized Results

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Topics: Optimization , Product design , Design , Machinery , Performance characterization

A Method for Determining the Optimal Direction of the Principal Moment of Inertia in Frame Element Cross-Sections

Akihiro Takezawa, Shinji Nishiwaki, Kazuhiro Izui, Masataka Yoshimura

IDETC-CIE 2004; 657-664https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57369

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View Articletitled, A Method for Determining the Optimal Direction of the Principal Moment of Inertia in Frame Element Cross-Sections

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Topics: Cross section (Physics) , Inertia (Mechanics) , Optimization , Topology , Conceptual design , Construction , Design , Mechanical structures , Stiffness

A Collaborative Rapid Analysis Method for Decision-Making in Assembly Line Design

Masataka Yoshimura, Satoshi Yoshida, Yoshinori Konishi, Kazuhiro Izui, Shinji Nishiwaki, Yutaka Inamori, Ayako Nomura, Keiji Mitsuyuki, Yuji Kawaguchi, Toru Inagaki

IDETC-CIE 2004; 665-674https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57370

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View Articletitled, A Collaborative Rapid Analysis Method for Decision-Making in Assembly Line Design

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Topics: Assembly lines , Decision making , Design , Conceptual design , Computer simulation , Engineers , Manufacturing , Simulation

Text and Illustration Based Scenario Expressions for Conveying Failure Knowledge

Yotaro Hatamura, Kensuke Tsuchiya

IDETC-CIE 2004; 675-679https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57376

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View Articletitled, Text and Illustration Based Scenario Expressions for Conveying Failure Knowledge

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Topics: Failure

Variant Design Automation: Strategy and Procedure for Storing Design Process Information

Mikael Cederfeldt

IDETC-CIE 2004; 681-690https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57377

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View Articletitled, Variant Design Automation: Strategy and Procedure for Storing Design Process Information

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Design automation

A Process-Oriented Approach for Management of Product Configuration Models

Samir Mesihovic, Johan Malmqvist

IDETC-CIE 2004; 691-701https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57384

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View Articletitled, A Process-Oriented Approach for Management of Product Configuration Models

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Topics: Change management , Computer software , Maintenance , Modeling

Design of a Bimorph Driven Meander-Line Structure for Parts Feeder Application

Yung Ting, Ho-Chin Jar, Chung-Yi Lin, Jeng-Shen Huang

IDETC-CIE 2004; 703-708https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57391

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View Articletitled, Design of a Bimorph Driven Meander-Line Structure for Parts Feeder Application

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Topics: Alternating current (Electricity) , Design , Dynamic models , Piezoelectric actuators , Trajectories (Physics) , Traveling waves

Optimisation and Robust Design in Aero Engine Development

Alexander Karl, Stephan Lisiewicz, Winfried-Hagen Friedl, Janet Worgan, Gordon May

IDETC-CIE 2004; 709-717https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57400

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View Articletitled, Optimisation and Robust Design in Aero Engine Development

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Topics: Aircraft engines , Design , Optimization , Design methodology , Response surface methodology , Turbines , Disks , Flow (Dynamics) , Simulation , Compressors

Decoupled and Single Loop Methods for Reliability-Based Optimization and Robust Design

Akhil Sopory, Sankaran Mahadevan, Zissimos P. Mourelatos, Jian Tu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 719-727https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57404

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View Articletitled, Decoupled and Single Loop Methods for Reliability-Based Optimization and Robust Design

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

An Integrated Robust Design and Marketing Approach for Product Design Selection Process

B. Besharati, L. Luo, S. Azarm, P. K. Kannan

IDETC-CIE 2004; 729-738https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57405

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View Articletitled, An Integrated Robust Design and Marketing Approach for Product Design Selection Process

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Topics: Design , Product design , Robustness , Uncertainty

A CAD Package for High-Speed Cam Design Based on Direct Multiple Shooting Optimal Control Techniques

Sebastian Mennicke, Richard W. Longman, Meng-Sang Chew, Hans Georg Bock

IDETC-CIE 2004; 739-748https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57410

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View Articletitled, A CAD Package for High-Speed Cam Design Based on Direct Multiple Shooting Optimal Control Techniques

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design , Optimal control , Trains , Valves , Computer software , Errors , Feedback , Nonlinear systems , Optimization

A Fuzzy Dynamic Programming Approach for Mixed-Discrete Multistage Decision Processes

Ying Xiong, Singiresu S. Rao

IDETC-CIE 2004; 749-765https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57418

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View Articletitled, A Fuzzy Dynamic Programming Approach for Mixed-Discrete Multistage Decision Processes

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Topics: Dynamic programming , Design , Optimization , Decision making , Uncertainty , Algorithms , Trusses (Building)

Structural Topology Optimization Under Impact Loads Using Beam Ground Structures

Ciro A. Soto

IDETC-CIE 2004; 767-771https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57421

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View Articletitled, Structural Topology Optimization Under Impact Loads Using Beam Ground Structures

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Stress , Topology

Objective Function Based Pattern Search: A Computationally Efficient Algorithm for 3D Component Layout

Chandankumar Aladahalli, Jonathan Cagan, Kenji Shimada

IDETC-CIE 2004; 771-780https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57429

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View Articletitled, Objective Function Based Pattern Search: A Computationally Efficient Algorithm for 3D Component Layout

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Topics: Algorithms , Rotation

Toward an Information Management Infrastructure for Product Family Planning and Mass Customization

Steven B. Shooter, Timothy W. Simpson, Soundar R. T. Kumara, Robert B. Stone, Janis P. Terpenny

IDETC-CIE 2004; 781-790https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57430

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View Articletitled, Toward an Information Management Infrastructure for Product Family Planning and Mass Customization

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Topics: Computer software , Design , Product development , Storage , Thrust

Application of Math-Based Marketing and Financial Tools in an Automated Parametric Design Framework

Joseph A. Donndelinger, Peter A. Fenyes

IDETC-CIE 2004; 791-799https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57437

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View Articletitled, Application of Math-Based Marketing and Financial Tools in an Automated Parametric Design Framework

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Topics: Mathematics , Parametric design , Design , Vehicles , Engineering disciplines , Profitability , Project cost estimation , Accounting , Databases , Optimization

An Information Theoretical Perspective on Design Optimization

Petter Krus, Johan Andersson

IDETC-CIE 2004; 801-809https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57438

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View Articletitled, An Information Theoretical Perspective on Design Optimization

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Product development

Economics of Sacrificial Fixturing for CNC Machining and Rapid Manufacturing

Kevin McBrearty, Richard A. Wysk, Matthew C. Frank

IDETC-CIE 2004; 811-817https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57440

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View Articletitled, Economics of Sacrificial Fixturing for CNC Machining and Rapid Manufacturing

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Topics: Computer numerical control machine tools , Economics , Fixturing , Machining , Manufacturing , Rapid prototyping

A Benchmark Comparison of CAD 5-Axis Machining Packages

Zhenyu Cheng, Robert Cheatham, Jianguo Wang, C. Greg Jensen, Yifan Chen, Brian Bowman

IDETC-CIE 2004; 819-827https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57442

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View Articletitled, A Benchmark Comparison of CAD 5-Axis Machining Packages

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Machining , Computation , Density , Finishes , Finishing

A Comparative Study of Optimal Design for an Inkjet Printer Tube With and Without Performance Variations

Jeff Thielman, Ping Ge

IDETC-CIE 2004; 829-835https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57446

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Comparative Study of Optimal Design for an Inkjet Printer Tube With and Without Performance Variations

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Pressure drop , Printing , Stiffness , Design methodology , Engineering design processes , Geometry , Materials properties

Reliability-Based Design Optimization Methods

Anukal Chiralaksanakul, Sankaran Mahadevan

IDETC-CIE 2004; 837-845https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57456

Abstract

View Articletitled, Reliability-Based Design Optimization Methods

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Topics: Reliability-based optimization , Reliability , Optimization algorithms , Event history analysis , Optimization

A Reliability-Based Design Method Using Simulation Techniques and Efficient Optimization Approach

Tong Zou, Sankaran Mahadevan, Akhil Sopory

IDETC-CIE 2004; 847-855https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57457

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Reliability-Based Design Method Using Simulation Techniques and Efficient Optimization Approach

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Topics: Design methodology , Event history analysis , Optimization , Reliability , Simulation

Assessing Product Architecture Costing: Product Life Cycles, Allocation Rules, and Cost Models

Sebastian K. Fixson

IDETC-CIE 2004; 857-868https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57458

Abstract

View Articletitled, Assessing Product Architecture Costing: Product Life Cycles, Allocation Rules, and Cost Models

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Topics: Cycles , Design , Life cycle costing , Manufacturing , Product design

Unified Distance Queries in a Heterogeneous Model Environment

David E. Johnson, Elaine Cohen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 869-873https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57461

Abstract

View Articletitled, Unified Distance Queries in a Heterogeneous Model Environment

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Topics: Haptics , Modeling , Path planning , Simulation

The Role of Constraints and Human Interaction in Evolving MEMS Designs: Microresonator Case Study

Raffi Kamalian, Alice M. Agogino, Hideyuki Takagi

IDETC-CIE 2004; 875-883https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57462

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Role of Constraints and Human Interaction in Evolving MEMS Designs: Microresonator Case Study

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Microelectromechanical systems , Micromechanical resonators

Two-Level Approximation Method for Reliability-Based Design Optimization

Kunjal Oza, Hae Chang Gea

IDETC-CIE 2004; 885-891https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57463

Abstract

View Articletitled, Two-Level Approximation Method for Reliability-Based Design Optimization

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Topics: Approximation , Reliability-based optimization , Reliability , Design , Optimization , Uncertainty

Product Platform Design Through Sensitivity Analysis and Cluster Analysis

Zhihuang Dai, Michael J. Scott

IDETC-CIE 2004; 893-905https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57464

Abstract

View Articletitled, Product Platform Design Through Sensitivity Analysis and Cluster Analysis

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Topics: Design , Sensitivity analysis

A Full Parametric Model for Turbomachinery Blade Design and Optimisation

Ju¨rgen Gra¨sel, Akin Keskin, Marius Swoboda, Hans Przewozny, Andre´ Saxer

IDETC-CIE 2004; 907-914https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57467

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Full Parametric Model for Turbomachinery Blade Design and Optimisation

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Topics: Blades , Design , Optimization , Turbomachinery , Airfoils , Geometry , Computer-aided design , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Construction

The Performance Moment Integration Method for Reliability-Based Robust Design Optimization

Byeng D. Youn, Kyung K. Choi

IDETC-CIE 2004; 915-925https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57471

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View Articletitled, The Performance Moment Integration Method for Reliability-Based Robust Design Optimization

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Reliability , Product quality , Failure , Numerical analysis , Probability , Reliability-based optimization , Structural design , Uncertainty

Segmentation of Noisy Laser-Scanner Generated Meshes With Piecewise Polynomial Approximations

Miguel Vieira, Kenji Shimada

IDETC-CIE 2004; 927-934https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57475

Abstract

View Articletitled, Segmentation of Noisy Laser-Scanner Generated Meshes With Piecewise Polynomial Approximations

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Topics: Image segmentation , Lasers , Polynomial approximation , Algorithms , Approximation , Design , Noise (Sound) , Polynomials , Reverse engineering , Surface fitting

Solid Modeler Evaluation and Comparison Cycle: A Methodology for Optimum Selection of Modeling Software

Gu¨l E. Okudan, Raymond Rutkowski

IDETC-CIE 2004; 935-944https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57478

Abstract

View Articletitled, Solid Modeler Evaluation and Comparison Cycle: A Methodology for Optimum Selection of Modeling Software

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Topics: Computer software , Cycles , Modeling , Design , Engineering teachers , Solid modeling , Performance , Preferences

Vehicle Structure Optimization for Crash Pulse

Lei Gu, T. Tyan, G. Li, R. J. Yang

IDETC-CIE 2004; 945-951https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57479

Abstract

View Articletitled, Vehicle Structure Optimization for Crash Pulse

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Topics: Optimization , Vehicles , Design , Response surface methodology , Simulation , Computer simulation , Computers , Engineers , Kinematics , Modeling

Analytical Variance-Based Global Sensitivity Analysis in Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty

Wei Chen, Ruichen Jin, Agus Sudjianto

IDETC-CIE 2004; 953-962https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57484

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analytical Variance-Based Global Sensitivity Analysis in Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty

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Topics: Design under uncertainty , Sensitivity analysis , Simulation

Building Surrogate Models Based on Detailed and Approximate Simulations

Zhiguang Qian, Carolyn Conner Seepersad, V. Roshan Joseph, C. F. Jeff Wu, Janet K. Allen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 963-972https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57486

Abstract

View Articletitled, Building Surrogate Models Based on Detailed and Approximate Simulations

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Simulation , Design , Approximation , Complex systems

Graphical Modeling Environment and Supporting Framework for Function-Based Conceptual Design

Janis P. Terpenny, Deepu Mathew

IDETC-CIE 2004; 973-982https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57492

Abstract

View Articletitled, Graphical Modeling Environment and Supporting Framework for Function-Based Conceptual Design

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Topics: Conceptual design , Modeling , Design , Collaboration , Flow (Dynamics) , Automotive industry , Engineering design , Product engineering , Teams

Relative Entropy Based Method for Global and Regional Sensitivity Analysis in Probabilistic Design

Huibin Liu, Wei Chen, Agus Sudjianto

IDETC-CIE 2004; 983-992https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57500

Abstract

View Articletitled, Relative Entropy Based Method for Global and Regional Sensitivity Analysis in Probabilistic Design

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Topics: Design , Entropy , Reliability , Sensitivity analysis

A Haptic System for Virtual Prototyping of Polygonal Models

David E. Johnson, Peter Willemsen, Elaine Cohen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 993-997https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57507

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Haptic System for Virtual Prototyping of Polygonal Models

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Topics: Haptics , Collisions (Physics) , Design

Influence of Group Cohesion and Information Sharing on Effectiveness of Design Review

William Wetmore, Joshua D. Summers

IDETC-CIE 2004; 999-1010https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57509

Abstract

View Articletitled, Influence of Group Cohesion and Information Sharing on Effectiveness of Design Review

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Topics: Cohesion , Design , Decision making , Collaboration , Experimental design

Development of a J2EE Web Application for STEP-Based Design Conformance Checking

Q. Z. Yang, W. F. Lu

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1011-1019https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57522

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of a J2EE Web Application for STEP-Based Design Conformance Checking

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Topics: Design

A Sequential Exploratory Experimental Design Method: Development of Appropriate Empirical Models in Design

Yao Lin, Farrokh Mistree, Janet K. Allen, Kwok-Leung Tsui, Victoria C. P. Chen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1021-1035https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57527

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View Articletitled, A Sequential Exploratory Experimental Design Method: Development of Appropriate Empirical Models in Design

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Topics: Design , Experimental design

Applicability of Design Spaces to Utilize Current Assembly Plant Resources to Produce New Product Family Members

Lindsay Wilmes, Zahed Siddique

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1037-1046https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57528

Abstract

View Articletitled, Applicability of Design Spaces to Utilize Current Assembly Plant Resources to Produce New Product Family Members

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Space , Tradeoffs

A Sketch-Based Interface for the Design and Analysis of Simple Vibratory Mechanical Systems

Levent Burak Kara, Leslie Gennari, Thomas F. Stahovich

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1047-1057https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57529

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Sketch-Based Interface for the Design and Analysis of Simple Vibratory Mechanical Systems

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Topics: Design , Computers , Engineering models , Engineers , Shapes

Trim Loop Closure for Enhanced CAD Interoperability

Armand D. Assadi, James H. Oliver

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1059-1070https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57533

Abstract

View Articletitled, Trim Loop Closure for Enhanced CAD Interoperability

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Maintenance

Haptically Guided Filtering for Reverse Engineering

Kristin Potter, David Johnson, Elaine Cohen

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1071-1076https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57539

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View Articletitled, Haptically Guided Filtering for Reverse Engineering

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Topics: Filtration , Reverse engineering , Filters , Force feedback , Graphical user interfaces , Haptics , Lasers , Noise (Sound)

Design Configuration of Vehicle With Domain Knowledge Enhancement

Yi Miao, Vincent Y. Blouin, Georges M. Fadel

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1077-1085https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57540

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View Articletitled, Design Configuration of Vehicle With Domain Knowledge Enhancement

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Vehicles

An Exploration-Estimation Algorithm for Synthesis and Analysis of Engineering Systems Using Minimal Physical Testing

Hod Lipson, Josh Bongard

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1087-1093https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57574

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Exploration-Estimation Algorithm for Synthesis and Analysis of Engineering Systems Using Minimal Physical Testing

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Topics: Algorithms , Engineering systems and industry applications , Testing , Design , Maintenance , Cycles , Electromechanical systems , Evolutionary algorithms , Performance

Quantifying Profit and Loss Associated With Failure Cases

Masayuki Nakao, Naohiro Yabuta, Masahiro Terabe

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1095-1100https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57576

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View Articletitled, Quantifying Profit and Loss Associated With Failure Cases

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Topics: Ethics , Failure

Using the Compromise Decision Support Problem in Microsystem Design: A Formulation for a Miniature Parylene Gas Chromatographic Column

Andrew R. Schnell, Farrokh Mistree, Hongseok Moses Noh, Peter J. Hesketh

IDETC-CIE 2004; 1101-1109https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2004-57582

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View Articletitled, Using the Compromise Decision Support Problem in Microsystem Design: A Formulation for a Miniature Parylene Gas Chromatographic Column

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Topics: Design , Microelectromechanical systems , Manufacturing , Microchannels , Engineering design , Gas chromatography , Geometry , Microscale devices