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Volume 4: 12th International Conference on Advanced Vehicle and Tire Technologies; 4th International Conference on Micro- and Nanosystems

12th International Conference on Advanced Vehicle and Tire Technologies

Advances in Methods for Vehicle Systems Design and Tire Modeling

Tire-Soil Modeling Using Finite Element Analysis and Smooth Particle Hydrodynamics Techniques

Ryan Lescoe, Moustafa El-Gindy, Kevin Koudela, Fredrik O¨ijer, Mukesh Trivedi, Inge Johansson

IDETC-CIE 2010; 3-18https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28002

Abstract

View Articletitled, Tire-Soil Modeling Using Finite Element Analysis and Smooth Particle Hydrodynamics Techniques

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Hydrodynamics , Modeling , Particulate matter , Soil , Tires

Hybrid Transmission for Mobile Robot

Essam L. Esmail

IDETC-CIE 2010; 19-28https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28043

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hybrid Transmission for Mobile Robot

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Topics: Design , Electric motors , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Gear trains , Gears , Generators , Kinematics , Mobile robots , Regenerative braking

Automated Design Synthesis of Articulated Heavy Vehicles With Active Trailer Steering Systems

Md Manjurul Islam, Yuping He, Timothy D. Webster

IDETC-CIE 2010; 29-38https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28160

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View Articletitled, Automated Design Synthesis of Articulated Heavy Vehicles With Active Trailer Steering Systems

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Topics: Design , Steering systems , Vehicles , Stability , Design methodology , Optimization , Testing , Tradeoffs

Performance Analysis of a Relative Motion Based Magneto-Rheological Damper Controller for Suspension Seats

Xiaoxi Huang, Subhash Rakheja

IDETC-CIE 2010; 39-48https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28268

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View Articletitled, Performance Analysis of a Relative Motion Based Magneto-Rheological Damper Controller for Suspension Seats

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Topics: Control equipment , Dampers , Rheology , Shock (Mechanics) , Vibration , Engineering simulation , Excitation , Simulation , Fluids , Kinematics

Development of a Driving Simulator for Virtual Evaluation of Vehicle Dynamics

A. M. Sharaf

IDETC-CIE 2010; 49-55https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28278

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of a Driving Simulator for Virtual Evaluation of Vehicle Dynamics

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Topics: Simulation , Vehicle dynamics , Vehicles , Testing , Algorithms , Performance evaluation , Robustness , Traction , Virtual reality

Optimization of Asymmetric Damper Parameters of an Automotive Suspension for Minimal Camber Angle Variations

Krishna Prasad Balike, Subhash Rakheja, Ion Stiharu

IDETC-CIE 2010; 57-64https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28375

Abstract

View Articletitled, Optimization of Asymmetric Damper Parameters of an Automotive Suspension for Minimal Camber Angle Variations

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Topics: Dampers , Optimization , Roads , Cities , Composite materials , Deflection , Design , Dynamic response , Kinematics , Simulation

Comparative Study of Turning Performance Between a Vehicle With Planar Suspension Systems and a Conventional Vehicle

Jian Jun Zhu, Amir Khajepour, Ebrahim Esmailzadeh

IDETC-CIE 2010; 65-72https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28745

Abstract

View Articletitled, Comparative Study of Turning Performance Between a Vehicle With Planar Suspension Systems and a Conventional Vehicle

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Topics: Suspension systems , Turning , Vehicles , Vibration , Wheels , Roads , Design , Linkages , Weight (Mass) , Wheelbase

A Volumetric Contact Model Approach for Off-Road Tire/Soil Dynamic Simulation

Willem Petersen, John McPhee

IDETC-CIE 2010; 73-80https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28772

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Volumetric Contact Model Approach for Off-Road Tire/Soil Dynamic Simulation

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Topics: Roads , Simulation , Soil , Tires , Cylinders , Degrees of freedom , Mechanical admittance , Rolling friction , Shear stress , Traction

Selection of Vehicle Architecture for EcoCAR Competition Using Axiomatic Design Principles

Derrick Tate, Timothy T. Maxwell, Bharatendra S. Sharma, Kunal Patil

IDETC-CIE 2010; 81-88https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29103

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View Articletitled, Selection of Vehicle Architecture for EcoCAR Competition Using Axiomatic Design Principles

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Topics: Design , Vehicles , Architecture , Simulation results , Automobiles , Automotive design , Belts , Design methodology , Fuel cells

Simulation Studies on the Influence of Obstacle on Rolling Lunar Wheel

Jianfeng Ma, Joshua David Summers, Paul F. Joseph

IDETC-CIE 2010; 89-100https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29160

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View Articletitled, Simulation Studies on the Influence of Obstacle on Rolling Lunar Wheel

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Topics: Cylinders , Finite element methods , Membranes , Roads , Shear (Mechanics) , Simulation , Tires , Wheels

Advances in Multibody Systems Modeling and Validation for Vehicle Dynamics Applications

Neural Network Bushing Model Development Using Simulation

Jennifer L. Johrendt, Peter R. Frise

IDETC-CIE 2010; 101-109https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28103

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View Articletitled, Neural Network Bushing Model Development Using Simulation

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Bushings , Model development , Simulation , Engineering prototypes , Manufacturing , Neural network models , Data acquisition , Deflection , Rubber

Multidisciplinary Co-Simulation of All-Terrain Crane With the Hydro-Pneumatic Suspension and Multi-Bridges Steering System

Gang Qin, Jinglai Wu, Yunqing Zhang, Liping Chen

IDETC-CIE 2010; 111-120https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28195

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multidisciplinary Co-Simulation of All-Terrain Crane With the Hydro-Pneumatic Suspension and Multi-Bridges Steering System

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Cranes , Simulation , Steering systems , Vehicles , Stability , Complex systems , Computer software , Construction industry , Control systems

Vibration Control of Vehicles With Flexible Structure Using Optimum Tuned-Mass Dampers

Avesta Goodarzi, Neda Pandarathil, Ebrahim Esmailzadeh

IDETC-CIE 2010; 121-128https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28251

Abstract

View Articletitled, Vibration Control of Vehicles With Flexible Structure Using Optimum Tuned-Mass Dampers

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Topics: Dampers , Flexible structures , Vehicles , Vibration control , Design , Vibration , Vibration absorbers , Optimization , Simulation results , Vibration suppression

A Steady State Model of the Contact Between a Deformable Tire and a Deformable Terrain

Pravesh Sanghvi, Harry Dankowicz, Bernard E. Romig

IDETC-CIE 2010; 129-135https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28318

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Steady State Model of the Contact Between a Deformable Tire and a Deformable Terrain

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Topics: Steady state , Tires , Deflection , Dry friction , Dynamic systems , Failure , Kinematics , Shear (Mechanics) , Stress , Thrust

A New Reduction Method on Constant Constraints With Natural Coordinates

Kewei Zhang, Yunqing Zhang, Liping Chen

IDETC-CIE 2010; 137-142https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28655

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View Articletitled, A New Reduction Method on Constant Constraints With Natural Coordinates

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Topics: Computers

A Geometric Parametric Analysis of a Magnetorheological Engine Mount

Walter Anderson, Constantine Ciocanel, Mohammad Elahinia

IDETC-CIE 2010; 143-150https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28941

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View Articletitled, A Geometric Parametric Analysis of a Magnetorheological Engine Mount

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Topics: Engines , Fluids , Rubber , Vibration , Damping , Displacement , Stiffness , Vehicles , Advanced materials , Cylinders

Motorcycle Dynamics in Virtual.Lab Motion

David Moreno Giner, Alessandro Toso, Nicola Cofelice, Jian Kang

IDETC-CIE 2010; 151-161https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29067

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View Articletitled, Motorcycle Dynamics in Virtual.Lab Motion

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Motorcycles , Simulation , Actuators , Durability , Multibody dynamics , Roads , Stress , Tires

Advances in Non-Conventional, Energy Efficient and Environmentally Friendly Vehicles

Design, Simulation, and Implementation of an Electric Hybrid Motorcycle

Behzad Asaei, Seyed Hosein Seyed mohammadi, Aghil Yousefi koma, Mahdi Habibidoost, Roohollah Aghnoot, Behzad karimi, Seyed Majid Pourhosseini, Hamed Jalali

IDETC-CIE 2010; 163-171https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28015

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design, Simulation, and Implementation of an Electric Hybrid Motorcycle

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Topics: Control equipment , Design , Engines , Motorcycles , Motors , Simulation

Analysis and Modeling of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Charging Efficiency

Alisyn Malek, Brett Muller, Sowmyalatha Jayaraman

IDETC-CIE 2010; 173-181https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28038

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View Articletitled, Analysis and Modeling of Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Charging Efficiency

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Topics: Hybrid electric vehicles , Modeling , Vehicles , Batteries , Electric vehicles , Energy consumption , Energy storage , Shock (Mechanics) , Thermal management

Optimal Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Design and Allocation for Minimum Life Cycle Cost, Petroleum Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Ching-Shin Norman Shiau, Scott B. Peterson, Jeremy J. Michalek

IDETC-CIE 2010; 183-195https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28198

Abstract

View Articletitled, Optimal Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Design and Allocation for Minimum Life Cycle Cost, Petroleum Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Topics: Design , Emissions , Hybrid electric vehicles , Life cycle costing , Petroleum , Batteries , Automotive design , Vehicles , Carbon , Clearances (Engineering)

The Case for Urban Vehicles: Powertrain Optimization of a Power-Split Hybrid for Fuel Economy on Multiple Drive Cycles

John W. Whitefoot, Kukhyun Ahn, Panos Y. Papalambros

IDETC-CIE 2010; 197-204https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28457

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View Articletitled, The Case for Urban Vehicles: Powertrain Optimization of a Power-Split Hybrid for Fuel Economy on Multiple Drive Cycles

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Topics: Cities , Corporate average fuel economy , Cycles , Fuel efficiency , Optimization , Vehicles , Design , Electric motors , Environmental Protection Agency , Hybrid electric vehicles

Design and Development Process for a Range Extended Split Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicle

Lynn R. Gantt, Patrick M. Walsh, Douglas J. Nelson

IDETC-CIE 2010; 205-218https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28576

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View Articletitled, Design and Development Process for a Range Extended Split Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicle

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Topics: Design , Hybrid electric vehicles , Vehicles , Control equipment , Emissions , Energy consumption , Fuels , Hardware , Petroleum , Teams

Modeling of Air-Powered Engine Based on Time Coordinate and Optimal Approach of Gas Distribution Parameters

Shian Chen, Ren He, Senlin Lu, Ming Yao

IDETC-CIE 2010; 219-227https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28606

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling of Air-Powered Engine Based on Time Coordinate and Optimal Approach of Gas Distribution Parameters

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Topics: Design , Engines , Modeling

Design and Research for a Cost-Oriented Hybrid Electric Vehicle Architecture

Jianlong Zhang, Lei Wang, Chengliang Yin

IDETC-CIE 2010; 229-233https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28651

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design and Research for a Cost-Oriented Hybrid Electric Vehicle Architecture

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Topics: Design , Hybrid electric vehicles

High-Performance Heat Sink for Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inverters

John Vetrovec

IDETC-CIE 2010; 235-240https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28776

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View Articletitled, High-Performance Heat Sink for Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inverters

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Topics: Heat sinks , Hybrid electric vehicles , Heat , Coolants , Stress , Temperature , Density , Electrical measurement , Electronic components , Engineering design

Flywheel Based Mechanical Hybrid System: Simulation of the Fuel Consumption Benefits of Various Transmission Arrangements and Control Strategies

Chris Brockbank, Will Body

IDETC-CIE 2010; 241-247https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28800

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View Articletitled, Flywheel Based Mechanical Hybrid System: Simulation of the Fuel Consumption Benefits of Various Transmission Arrangements and Control Strategies

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Topics: Flywheels , Fuel consumption , Simulation , Vehicles , Architecture , Batteries , Braking , Cycles , Electric motors , Energy recovery

Organic Rankine Cycle for Waste Heat Recovery in a Hybrid Vehicle

Quazi E. Hussain, David R. Brigham

IDETC-CIE 2010; 249-258https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28816

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View Articletitled, Organic Rankine Cycle for Waste Heat Recovery in a Hybrid Vehicle

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Topics: Heat recovery , Hybrid electric vehicles , Organic Rankine cycle , Cycles , Exhaust systems , Corporate average fuel economy , Fluids , Fuel efficiency , Heat , Temperature

Processes That Enable the Development of Production Control Systems for Hybrids/Alternative Energy Vehicles

Deepa Ramaswamy

IDETC-CIE 2010; 259-264https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29176

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View Articletitled, Processes That Enable the Development of Production Control Systems for Hybrids/Alternative Energy Vehicles

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Topics: Production control , Renewable energy , Vehicles , Robustness , Algorithms , Control systems , Corporate average fuel economy , Electronics , Fuel efficiency , Hydraulics

Rapidly Charging Battery Systems

Lennon Rodgers, Paul Karplus, Radu Gogoana, Mike Nawrot

IDETC-CIE 2010; 265-273https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29226

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View Articletitled, Rapidly Charging Battery Systems

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Topics: Batteries , Chemistry , Circuits , Currents , Density , Design , Motorcycles

Advances in Vehicle Systems Dynamics and Control

Wheelbase Filtering and Characterization of Road Profiles for Vehicle Dynamics

Dongpu Cao, Amir Khajepour, Xubin Song

IDETC-CIE 2010; 275-285https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28062

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View Articletitled, Wheelbase Filtering and Characterization of Road Profiles for Vehicle Dynamics

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Topics: Filtration , Roads , Vehicle dynamics , Wheelbase , Vehicles , Surface roughness , Deflection , Dynamic response , Performance characterization , Simulation results

Novel Transmissibility Shaping Control for Regenerative Vehicle Suspension Systems

Xubin Song, Dongpu Cao

IDETC-CIE 2010; 287-295https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28128

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View Articletitled, Novel Transmissibility Shaping Control for Regenerative Vehicle Suspension Systems

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Topics: Suspension systems , Vehicles , Damping , Displacement , Engines , Fluids , Motor vehicles , Motors , Pumps , Safety

Design of an Anti-Idling System for Police Vehicles

Brian Fan, Amir Khajepour, Mehrdad Kazerani

IDETC-CIE 2010; 297-305https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28238

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View Articletitled, Design of an Anti-Idling System for Police Vehicles

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Topics: Design , Vehicles , Batteries , Engines , Fuels , Carbon , Fuel consumption , Modeling , Optimization , Simulation

Design of an Integrated AFS/ACD Control System to Enhance 4WD Vehicles Dynamics and Stability

Avesta Goodarzi, Samaneh Arabi, Ebrahim Esmailzadeh

IDETC-CIE 2010; 307-314https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28252

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View Articletitled, Design of an Integrated AFS/ACD Control System to Enhance 4WD Vehicles Dynamics and Stability

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Topics: Control systems , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Stability , Vehicles , Traction , Control equipment , Fuzzy logic , Wheels , Yaw

Polynomial-Chaos-Based Numerical Method for the LQR Problem With Uncertain Parameters in the Formulation

Emmanuel Blanchard, Corina Sandu, Adrian Sandu

IDETC-CIE 2010; 315-324https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28467

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View Articletitled, Polynomial-Chaos-Based Numerical Method for the LQR Problem With Uncertain Parameters in the Formulation

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Topics: Chaos , Numerical analysis , Polynomials

Skyhook Control of a Mixed Mode Magnetorheological Fluid Mount

Shuo Wang, The Nguyen, Walter Anderson, Constantin Ciocanel, Mohammad Elahinia

IDETC-CIE 2010; 325-330https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28553

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View Articletitled, Skyhook Control of a Mixed Mode Magnetorheological Fluid Mount

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Topics: Fluids , Flow (Dynamics) , Control algorithms , Dampers , Damping , Resonance , Simulation results , Stiffness

A Smart Wheel for Improving the Active Safety of Road Vehicles

M. Gobbi, G. Mastinu, G. Rocca

IDETC-CIE 2010; 331-344https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29059

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View Articletitled, A Smart Wheel for Improving the Active Safety of Road Vehicles

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Topics: Motor vehicles , Safety , Wheels , Automobiles , Design , Sensors , Strain gages , Calibration , Deformation , Dynamic testing (Engineering)

Use of Neural Networks in Road Recognition by Vibration Data

Giacomo Reggiani, Marco Cocconcelli, Riccardo Rubini, Francesco Lolli

IDETC-CIE 2010; 345-349https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29083

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View Articletitled, Use of Neural Networks in Road Recognition by Vibration Data

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Roads , Vibration , Signals , Accelerometers , Sensitivity analysis , Sensors , Tires

Advances in Vehicle Systems Tools to Enhance Safety, Health, and Ergonomics

Design Methodology of Heavy Truck Front Underride Protection Devices (FUPD)

Manuel Castellanos, Chris Fedishen, Moustafa El-Gindy, Ali Atahan

IDETC-CIE 2010; 351-364https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28004

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View Articletitled, Design Methodology of Heavy Truck Front Underride Protection Devices (FUPD)

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Topics: Design methodology , Trucks , Design , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Performance evaluation , Simulation , Simulation results , Vehicles

Seeded Fault Testing of Military Ground Vehicles as a Pathway to Condition Based Maintenance

Matthew J. Hillegass, Eric L. Rabeno

IDETC-CIE 2010; 365-382https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28039

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View Articletitled, Seeded Fault Testing of Military Ground Vehicles as a Pathway to Condition Based Maintenance

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Topics: Maintenance , Military systems , Testing , Vehicles , Army , Engines , Leakage , Air flow , Algorithms , Coolants

Apparent Mass Responses of Seated Occupants Under Single and Dual (XZ) Axis Vibration

S. Mandapuram, S. Rakheja, P.-E. Boileau, S. Maeda

IDETC-CIE 2010; 383-389https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28801

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View Articletitled, Apparent Mass Responses of Seated Occupants Under Single and Dual (XZ) Axis Vibration

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Topics: Vibration , Linear systems

4th International Conference on Micro- and Nanosystems

Applied Mechanics, Contact Mechanics and Tribology at Micro- and Nano-Scales

Magnetic Assistance for Suppressing Cross-Reactions Between Biomolecules in Immunoassay

Chin-Yih Hong, Shieh-Yueh Yang, Herng-Er Horng, Hong-Chang Yang

IDETC-CIE 2010; 393-396https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28040

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View Articletitled, Magnetic Assistance for Suppressing Cross-Reactions Between Biomolecules in Immunoassay

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Topics: Centrifugal force , Magnetic fields , Nanoparticles

An Energy Based Method for Wear Analysis of a CrCoMo-UHMWPE and DLC-UHMWPE Couples for Hip Prosthesis

J. M. Rodri´guez-Lelis, C. A. Maza-Valle, A. R. Lo´pez y Rodri´guez, D. Ruiz-Domi´nguez, A. Abu´ndez-Pliego, J. L. Garci´a-Lozano

IDETC-CIE 2010; 397-400https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28219

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View Articletitled, An Energy Based Method for Wear Analysis of a CrCoMo-UHMWPE and DLC-UHMWPE Couples for Hip Prosthesis

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Topics: Hip joint prostheses , Wear , Surface roughness , Failure , Geometry , Stress , Trajectories (Physics)

Rupture and Reformation of Ultra-Thin Surface Films

William W. F. Chong, Mircea Teodorescu, Homer Rahnejat

IDETC-CIE 2010; 401-407https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28427

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View Articletitled, Rupture and Reformation of Ultra-Thin Surface Films

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Topics: Rupture , Thin films , Lubricants , Disks , Cavitation , Data storage systems , Density , Drainage , Film thickness , Flow (Dynamics)

Electro-Mechanical Coupling of Piezoelectric Nanocomposites

Xi Chen, Shiyou Xu, Yong Shi

IDETC-CIE 2010; 409-412https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29144

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View Articletitled, Electro-Mechanical Coupling of Piezoelectric Nanocomposites

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Topics: Nanocomposites , Electronics , Energy harvesting , Manufacturing , Sensors , Actuators , Biosensors , Composite materials , Mechanical testing , Nanofibers

The Influence of Post Angioplasty Stent Implant Profile on Arterial Wall Stress

Mircea Teodorescu, Moshe Brand, Jacob Rosen, Homer Rahnejat

IDETC-CIE 2010; 413-420https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29233

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View Articletitled, The Influence of Post Angioplasty Stent Implant Profile on Arterial Wall Stress

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Topics: Stents , Stress , Biomedicine , Catheters , Cross section (Physics) , Power presses , Pressure , Shapes

Bio-MEMS/NEMS

Investigation of the Influences of Micro Vibrational Stimuli and Hydrophilicity of a Scaffold on a Bovine Endothelial Cell Culture

Ching-Wen Li, Gou-Jen Wang

IDETC-CIE 2010; 421-427https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28115

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View Articletitled, Investigation of the Influences of Micro Vibrational Stimuli and Hydrophilicity of a Scaffold on a Bovine Endothelial Cell Culture

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Topics: Endothelial cells , Hydrophilicity , Bose-Einstein condensates , Stress , PLGA , Vibration , Adhesives , Biodegradation , Cultured cells , Shear stress

Modeling and Experimental Validation of DNA Motion During Electrophoresis

Regis A. David, Justin L. Black, Brian D. Jensen, Sandra H. Burnett

IDETC-CIE 2010; 429-437https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28541

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Experimental Validation of DNA Motion During Electrophoresis

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Topics: DNA , Electrophoresis , Modeling , Electric fields , Electrolytes , Heat conduction , Ions , Proteins , RNA

On MEMS/NEMS Biosensor Sensitivity Near Half Natural Frequency

Dumitru I. Caruntu, Martin Knecht

IDETC-CIE 2010; 439-445https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28612

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View Articletitled, On MEMS/NEMS Biosensor Sensitivity Near Half Natural Frequency

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Topics: Approximation , Biology , Biomedical microelectromechanical systems , Biomedicine , Biosensors , Casimir force , Density , Equations of motion , Microelectromechanical systems , Microsensors

Development of a Microfluidic Mixer for Lab-on-a-Chip Applications With Active and Passive Actuations

Kasra Manoocheri, E. Du

IDETC-CIE 2010; 447-451https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28894

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View Articletitled, Development of a Microfluidic Mixer for Lab-on-a-Chip Applications With Active and Passive Actuations

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Topics: Microfluidics , Electrokinetics , Fluids , Microchannels , Water

Polymer MEMS for Measuring Single Cell Forces

Nicholas Ferrell, James Woodard, Daniel Gallego-Perez, Natalia Higuita-Castro, Derek Hansford

IDETC-CIE 2010; 453-459https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29047

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View Articletitled, Polymer MEMS for Measuring Single Cell Forces

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Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Polymers , Sensors , Adhesion , Cantilevers , Deflection , Design , Fibroblasts , Finite element analysis , Probes

Dynamic Atomic Force Microscopy

Enhanced Topographical Characterization of Sharp Step Edges With Simultaneous AFM Imaging and Force Spectroscopy

Santiago D. Solares

IDETC-CIE 2010; 461-467https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28099

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View Articletitled, Enhanced Topographical Characterization of Sharp Step Edges With Simultaneous AFM Imaging and Force Spectroscopy

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Imaging , Spectroscopy , Membrane electrode assemblies , Carbon nanotubes , Engineering simulation , Inventions , Nanowires , Probes , Simulation

Frequency Response Behavior of Microcantilevers in Tapping-Mode Atomic Force Microscopy

Aidin Delnavaz, S. Nima Mahmoodi, Nader Jalili, Hassan Zohoor

IDETC-CIE 2010; 469-476https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28196

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View Articletitled, Frequency Response Behavior of Microcantilevers in Tapping-Mode Atomic Force Microscopy

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Frequency response , Microcantilevers , Cantilevers , Vibration

Non-Linear Dynamics of Microcantilevers in Liquid Environment Atomic Force Microscopy When Operating at the Second Eigenmode: Subharmonics, Multiple Impacts, and Chaos

Daniel R. Kiracofe, Arvind Raman

IDETC-CIE 2010; 477-487https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28451

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View Articletitled, Non-Linear Dynamics of Microcantilevers in Liquid Environment Atomic Force Microscopy When Operating at the Second Eigenmode: Subharmonics, Multiple Impacts, and Chaos

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Chaos , Microcantilevers , Nonlinear dynamics , Cantilevers , Cycles , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Excitation , Computer simulation , Imaging

Singular Loss of Stability Due to Hysteretic Capillary Forces in Atomic Force Microscopy

Michael Katzenbach, Harry Dankowicz

IDETC-CIE 2010; 489-497https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28686

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View Articletitled, Singular Loss of Stability Due to Hysteretic Capillary Forces in Atomic Force Microscopy

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Stability , Cantilevers , Equilibrium (Physics) , Theoretical analysis , Bifurcation , Computer simulation , Dynamic systems , Fluids , Fundamental forces (Physics)

Effect of Material Stiffness on Intermodulation Response in Dynamic Atomic Force Microscopy

Daniel Platz, Daniel Forchheimer, Erik A. Thole´n, Carsten Hutter, David B. Haviland

IDETC-CIE 2010; 499-506https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28762

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View Articletitled, Effect of Material Stiffness on Intermodulation Response in Dynamic Atomic Force Microscopy

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Stiffness , Simulation , Cantilevers

Localized Material Properties Through Nonlinear Dynamics Based Atomic Force Microscopy

Wei Huang, Andrew J. Dick

IDETC-CIE 2010; 507-516https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29022

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View Articletitled, Localized Material Properties Through Nonlinear Dynamics Based Atomic Force Microscopy

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Materials properties , Nonlinear dynamics , Probes , Bifurcation , Excitation , Resonance , Separation (Technology) , Simulation results

Response Measurement Accuracy for Off-Resonance Excitation in Atomic Force Microscopy

Andrew J. Dick, R. Parker Eason

IDETC-CIE 2010; 517-524https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29029

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View Articletitled, Response Measurement Accuracy for Off-Resonance Excitation in Atomic Force Microscopy

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Topics: Accuracy and precision , Atomic force microscopy , Excitation , Resonance , Calibration , Displacement , Damping , Laser beams , Lasers , Nanoscale phenomena

Compositional Mapping in Dynamic Atomic Force Microscopy in High-Q vs. Low-Q Environments: Effects of Cantilever Nonlinear Dynamics

John Melcher, Arvind Raman

IDETC-CIE 2010; 525-531https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29165

Abstract

View Articletitled, Compositional Mapping in Dynamic Atomic Force Microscopy in High-Q vs. Low-Q Environments: Effects of Cantilever Nonlinear Dynamics

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Cantilevers , Nonlinear dynamics , Q-factor , Adhesion , Metrology , Nanoscale phenomena , Resonance , Stiffness , Vacuum

Multifrequency Approaches in Characterization of Materials With Single-Pass Kelvin Force Microscopy

Sergei Magonov, John D. Alexander

IDETC-CIE 2010; 533-540https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29225

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View Articletitled, Multifrequency Approaches in Characterization of Materials With Single-Pass Kelvin Force Microscopy

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Topics: Materials characterization , Microscopy , Resolution (Optics) , Resonance , Atomic force microscopy , Imaging , Probes , Dipole moments , Metals , Semiconductors (Materials)

Dynamics of MEMS and NEMS

The Effect of Module Motion on MEMS Crash Sensor Outputs During Vehicle Crash Events

Wei Chen

IDETC-CIE 2010; 541-546https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28122

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View Articletitled, The Effect of Module Motion on MEMS Crash Sensor Outputs During Vehicle Crash Events

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Topics: Accelerometers , Microelectromechanical systems , Sensors , Shock (Mechanics) , Vehicles

Effect of Microbeam Electrical Resistivity on Vibration Frequency Shift of an Electrostatically Actuated Microbeam

Abdolreza Pasharavesh, M. T. Ahmadian, Y. Alizadeh Vaghasloo

IDETC-CIE 2010; 547-554https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28430

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View Articletitled, Effect of Microbeam Electrical Resistivity on Vibration Frequency Shift of an Electrostatically Actuated Microbeam

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Topics: Electrical resistivity , Microbeams , Oscillating frequencies , Damping , Density , Elastic moduli , Nonlinear vibration , Partial differential equations , Voltage distribution

Kinematically Excited Large Angle Tilting Actuator

Assaf Ya’akobovitz, Slava Krylov

IDETC-CIE 2010; 555-560https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28454

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View Articletitled, Kinematically Excited Large Angle Tilting Actuator

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Topics: Actuators , Manufacturing , Microactuators , Reactive-ion etching , Semiconductor wafers , Silicon-on-insulator , Transducers

Dynamic Switching of MEMS Shunt Switches

Mahmoud E. Khater, Krishna Vummidi, Eihab M. Abdel-Rahman, Ali H. Nayfeh, Sanjay Raman

IDETC-CIE 2010; 561-569https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28487

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Switching of MEMS Shunt Switches

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Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Switches

Modeling Electrostatic Actuator Pull in Behavior With Proper Orthogonal Decomposition

David Binion, Xiaolin Chen

IDETC-CIE 2010; 571-577https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28534

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View Articletitled, Modeling Electrostatic Actuator Pull in Behavior With Proper Orthogonal Decomposition

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Topics: Electrostatic actuators , Modeling , Principal component analysis , Finite element methods , Microelectromechanical systems , Engineering simulation , Simulation

Comprehensive Reduced-Order Models of Electrostatically Actuated MEMS Switches and Their Dynamics Including Impact and Bounce

Michael G. Snow, Anil K. Bajaj

IDETC-CIE 2010; 579-588https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28590

Abstract

View Articletitled, Comprehensive Reduced-Order Models of Electrostatically Actuated MEMS Switches and Their Dynamics Including Impact and Bounce

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Microelectromechanical systems , Switches , Cantilevers , Galerkin method , Geometry , Manufacturing , Contact dynamics , Damping , Differential equations

An Investigation on the Torsional Sensitivity and Resonant Frequency of an AFM With Sidewall and Top-Surface Probes

M. H. Kahrobaiyan, M. T. Ahmadian, P. Haghighi, A. Haghighi

IDETC-CIE 2010; 589-599https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28637

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View Articletitled, An Investigation on the Torsional Sensitivity and Resonant Frequency of an AFM With Sidewall and Top-Surface Probes

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Probes , Resonance , Cantilevers , Stiffness , Microgears , Vibration

Parametric Excitation of Flexural Vibrations of Micro Beams by Fringing Electrostatic Fields

Slava Krylov, Nicola Molinazzi, Tsvi Shmilovich, Uri Pomerantz, Stella Lulinsky

IDETC-CIE 2010; 601-611https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28684

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View Articletitled, Parametric Excitation of Flexural Vibrations of Micro Beams by Fringing Electrostatic Fields

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Topics: Electric fields , Excitation , Microbeams , Vibration , Electrodes , Silicon-on-insulator , Stiffness , Actuators , Deflection , Fittings

Application of Piezoelectric and Functionally Graded Materials in Designing Electrostatically Actuated Micro Switches

A. Hosseinzadeh, M. T. Ahmadian

IDETC-CIE 2010; 613-620https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28781

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View Articletitled, Application of Piezoelectric and Functionally Graded Materials in Designing Electrostatically Actuated Micro Switches

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Topics: Design , Functionally graded materials , Switches , Actuators , Microbeams , Sensors , Damping , Displacement , Dynamic response , Equations of motion

Stochastic Analysis of a Nonlinear MEMS Force Sensor

Pezhman A. Hassanpour, Patricia M. Nieva, Amir Khajepour

IDETC-CIE 2010; 621-629https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28899

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View Articletitled, Stochastic Analysis of a Nonlinear MEMS Force Sensor

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Topics: Bifurcation , Bridges (Structures) , Deflection , Equations of motion , Force sensors , Microelectromechanical systems , Reliability , Sensors

Experimental Validation for an Extended-Stability Electrostatic Actuator

S. Towfighian, A. Seleim, E. M. Abdel-Rahman, G. R. Heppler

IDETC-CIE 2010; 631-638https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28983

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View Articletitled, Experimental Validation for an Extended-Stability Electrostatic Actuator

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Topics: Electrostatic actuators , Stability , Electrodes , Control equipment , Feedback , Actuators , Closed loop systems , Deflection , Displacement , Dynamic response

A Low Voltage Controller for a Chaotic Micro Resonator

S. Towfighian, G. R. Heppler, E. M. Abdel-Rahman

IDETC-CIE 2010; 639-644https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28990

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View Articletitled, A Low Voltage Controller for a Chaotic Micro Resonator

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Topics: Control equipment , Chaos , Wells , Actuators , Cantilever beams , Electrodes , Attractors , Design , Dynamic response , Electromotive force

Natural Frequencies and Mode Shapes of Slacked Carbon Nanotube NEMS Resonators

Hassen M. Ouakad, Mohammed I. Younis

IDETC-CIE 2010; 645-652https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29024

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View Articletitled, Natural Frequencies and Mode Shapes of Slacked Carbon Nanotube NEMS Resonators

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Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Mode shapes , Nanomechanical resonators , Stress , Arches , Eigenvalues , Jacobian matrices

Modeling and Analysis of an Optically-Actuated, Bistable MEMS Device

Vijay Kumar, Jeffrey F. Rhoads

IDETC-CIE 2010; 653-660https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29040

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Analysis of an Optically-Actuated, Bistable MEMS Device

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Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Modeling , Transients (Dynamics) , Computer simulation , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Excitation , Nanoelectromechanical systems , Stress , Switches

Energy Harvesting

Design of a Vibration-Based Energy Harvester With Adjustable Natural Frequency

Mohamed O. Mansour, Mustafa H. Arafa, Said M. Megahed

IDETC-CIE 2010; 661-667https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28429

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View Articletitled, Design of a Vibration-Based Energy Harvester With Adjustable Natural Frequency

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Topics: Design , Energy harvesting , Vibration , Magnets , Cantilevers , Dynamic models , Excitation

Multi-Source Power Harvester for Cyborg Micro Air Vehicle

Rashi Tiwari, Alex Schlichting, John Henry Harris, Timothy Reissman, Ephrahim Garcia

IDETC-CIE 2010; 669-676https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28524

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View Articletitled, Multi-Source Power Harvester for Cyborg Micro Air Vehicle

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Topics: Vehicles , Energy harvesting , Flight , Energy generation , Photovoltaic cells , Piezoelectric ceramics , Surveillance , Vibration

Energy Harvesting Using Piezoceramics

Vainatey Kulkarni, Ridha Ben Mrad, Tamer El-Diraby, Eswar Prasad

IDETC-CIE 2010; 677-682https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28757

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View Articletitled, Energy Harvesting Using Piezoceramics

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Piezoelectric ceramics , Microelectromechanical systems , Sensors , Aerospace industry , Electronics , Piezoelectricity , Surges , Vibration

Output Power Optimization for Electromagnetic Vibration Energy Harvesters

M. S. M. Soliman, E. M. Abdel-Rahman, E. F. El-Saadany, R. R. Mansour

IDETC-CIE 2010; 683-689https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28893

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View Articletitled, Output Power Optimization for Electromagnetic Vibration Energy Harvesters

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Optimization , Vibration

A Nonlinear Electromechanical Model of a Scalable Self-Excited Wind Energy Harvester

Amin Bibo, Daniel St. Clair, Venkata R. Sennakesavababu, Gang Li, Mohammed F. Daqaq

IDETC-CIE 2010; 691-701https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28921

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View Articletitled, A Nonlinear Electromechanical Model of a Scalable Self-Excited Wind Energy Harvester

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Topics: Wind energy , Oscillations , Flow (Dynamics) , Cavities , Damping , Electric power generation , Limit cycles , Piezoelectricity , Pressure

Springless Vibration Energy Harvesters

Mohamed A. E. Mahmoud, Eihab M. Abdel-Rahman, Raafat R. Mansour, Ehab F. El-Saadany

IDETC-CIE 2010; 703-711https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29046

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View Articletitled, Springless Vibration Energy Harvesters

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Vibration

Designing Energy Harvesting Skin Structure Utilizing Outdoor Unit Vibration

Soobum Lee, Byeng D. Youn, Matthieu Giraud

IDETC-CIE 2010; 713-723https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29180

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View Articletitled, Designing Energy Harvesting Skin Structure Utilizing Outdoor Unit Vibration

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Topics: Design , Energy harvesting , Skin , Vibration , Design methodology , Aircraft , Cantilevers , Construction , Energy dissipation , Optimization

An Energy Harvester With Bistable Compliance Characteristics

Andrea Cammarano, Stephen G. Burrow, David A. W. Barton

IDETC-CIE 2010; 725-732https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29222

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View Articletitled, An Energy Harvester With Bistable Compliance Characteristics

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Iron , Mechanical behavior , Permanent magnets , Stability , Stators , Tradeoffs

Measurement and Control in Micro and Nanosystems

Motion Control of a Piezoelectric Microprecision Positioner Using Diagonal Recurrent Neural Networks

Jua-Liang Chen, Zong-Lin Chen

IDETC-CIE 2010; 733-741https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28253

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View Articletitled, Motion Control of a Piezoelectric Microprecision Positioner Using Diagonal Recurrent Neural Networks

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Motion control , Errors , Control equipment , Bending (Stress) , Design , Dimensions , Levers , Piezoelectric actuators

Fingertip Force/Torque Sensor With High Isotropy and Sensitivity for Underwater Manipulation

Qiaokang Liang, Dan Zhang, Zhongzhe Chi, Yunjian Ge

IDETC-CIE 2010; 743-752https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28280

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View Articletitled, Fingertip Force/Torque Sensor With High Isotropy and Sensitivity for Underwater Manipulation

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Topics: Isotropy , Sensors , Torque , Manipulators , Couplings , Design , Force sensors , High pressure (Physics) , Low temperature , Membranes

Using an In-Situ Micromirror to Assist the Measurement of In-Plane Vibration of Microstructures

Jacky Chow, Yong-Jun Lai

IDETC-CIE 2010; 753-758https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28299

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View Articletitled, Using an In-Situ Micromirror to Assist the Measurement of In-Plane Vibration of Microstructures

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Topics: Displacement , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Focused ion beams , Interferometers , Interferometry , Lasers , Microcantilevers , Microelectromechanical systems , Micromachining , Signals

Compensator Design for a MEMS Gyroscope With Quadratic Optimal Control

Wei Cui, Wei Xue, Xiaolin Chen

IDETC-CIE 2010; 759-766https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28533

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View Articletitled, Compensator Design for a MEMS Gyroscope With Quadratic Optimal Control

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Topics: Design , Microelectromechanical systems , Optimal control , Control algorithms , Algorithms , Electronic circuits , Errors , Manufacturing , Robustness , Simulation

Feedback Control and Exogenous Force Estimation for Improved Single-Molecule Experiments

Daniel G. Cole

IDETC-CIE 2010; 767-775https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28735

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View Articletitled, Feedback Control and Exogenous Force Estimation for Improved Single-Molecule Experiments

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Topics: Feedback , Force feedback , Signals

Stabilization of a Parallel-Plate Microactuator via Control Lyapunov Functions

S. A. M. Lajimi, G. R. Heppler

IDETC-CIE 2010; 777-784https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28956

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View Articletitled, Stabilization of a Parallel-Plate Microactuator via Control Lyapunov Functions

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Topics: Microactuators , Actuators , Control equipment , Microelectromechanical systems , Computer simulation , Electrodes , Robustness

Stability Analysis of Electrostatically Actuated Resonators With Delayed Feedback Controller

Fadi Alsaleem, Mohammad I. Younis

IDETC-CIE 2010; 785-793https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29036

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View Articletitled, Stability Analysis of Electrostatically Actuated Resonators With Delayed Feedback Controller

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Topics: Control equipment , Feedback , Stability , Microelectromechanical systems , Cantilever beams , Displacement , Frequency response , Microbeams , Sensors , Switches

Beyond Pull-In Stabilization of Dual Axis Micromirrors Using Fuzzy Controllers

Hamid Moeenfard, Mohammad Taghi Ahmadian, Ali Soroush, Aria Alasty

IDETC-CIE 2010; 795-801https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-29177

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View Articletitled, Beyond Pull-In Stabilization of Dual Axis Micromirrors Using Fuzzy Controllers

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Topics: Control equipment

Micro- and Nano- Manufacturing

Parametric Analysis of Irradiance Distribution in Proximity Printing of Micro Circular and Annulus Apertures

Jhy-Cherng Tsai, Guei-Si Sie, Jhy-Wei Fan

IDETC-CIE 2010; 803-809https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28648

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View Articletitled, Parametric Analysis of Irradiance Distribution in Proximity Printing of Micro Circular and Annulus Apertures

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Topics: Annulus , Printing , Diffraction , Photoresists , Diffraction patterns , Helium-neon lasers , Lithography , Microscale devices , Simulation , Theorems (Mathematics)

An Integrated Methodolgy for Fixture Design in Mesoscale Machining Taking Into Account Cutting Process Dynamics

Marco Leonesio, Nicola Cau, Troy B. Rippere, Gloria J. Wiens, Giacomo Bianchi

IDETC-CIE 2010; 811-818https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28703

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View Articletitled, An Integrated Methodolgy for Fixture Design in Mesoscale Machining Taking Into Account Cutting Process Dynamics

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Topics: Cutting , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Machining , Milling , Chatter , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Machinery , Stiffness

Precise Assembly of Metallic Nanoclusters as Building Blocks of Nanostructures: A Molecular Dynamics Study

S. H. Mahboobi, A. Meghdari, N. Jalili, F. Amiri

IDETC-CIE 2010; 819-826https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28777

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View Articletitled, Precise Assembly of Metallic Nanoclusters as Building Blocks of Nanostructures: A Molecular Dynamics Study

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Topics: Blocks (Building materials) , Manufacturing , Molecular dynamics , Nanostructures , Molecular dynamics simulation , Nanoscale phenomena , Particulate matter , Simulation

Simulation and Experimental Studies of Electrothermal Behaviors of Microwire Initiators for Fusing Applications

Seongjin Jang, Sarah Du, Kishore Pochiraju, Souran Manoochehri

IDETC-CIE 2010; 827-832https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28946

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View Articletitled, Simulation and Experimental Studies of Electrothermal Behaviors of Microwire Initiators for Fusing Applications

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Topics: Bridges (Structures) , Circuits , Current density , Exploding wires , Explosions , Explosives , Ignition , Phase transitions , Pressure , Simulation

Micro and Nanomechanisms and Robotics

Optimal Design of a Micro Series Elastic Actuator

Ozan Tokatli, Volkan Patoglu

IDETC-CIE 2010; 833-840https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28336

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View Articletitled, Optimal Design of a Micro Series Elastic Actuator

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Seas , Stiffness , Compliant mechanisms , Force control , Optimization , Control equipment , Deflection , Dynamic response

Displacement and Blocking Force Performance of Piezoelectric T-Beam Actuators

Hareesh K. R. Kommepalli, Kiron Mateti, Christopher D. Rahn, Srinivas A. Tadigadapa

IDETC-CIE 2010; 841-850https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28370

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View Articletitled, Displacement and Blocking Force Performance of Piezoelectric T-Beam Actuators

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Topics: Actuators , Displacement , Electrodes , Flanges , Engineering prototypes

Wafer Scale Factories Using Assembled MEMS Robots

Rakesh Murthy, Dan O. Popa

IDETC-CIE 2010; 851-856https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2010-28948

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View Articletitled, Wafer Scale Factories Using Assembled MEMS Robots

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Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Robots , Semiconductor wafers , Manufacturing , Nanoindentation , Resolution (Optics) , Atomic force microscopy , Design , Imaging , Interferometers