Topics: Design , Trucks , Corporate average fuel economy , Fuel efficiency , Batteries , Complex systems , Engines , Mechanical admittance , Military systems , Motors

Multi-Domain Topology Optimization for Vehicle Substructure Design

Zheng-Dong Ma, Noboru Kikuchi, Christophe Pierre, Basavaraju Raju

IMECE 2002; 12-20doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32908

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Topology , Vehicles , Algorithms , Approximation , Boundary-value problems , Degrees of freedom , Energy management , Functionally graded materials

On the Optimisation of a Double Cone Synchroniser for Improved Manual Transmission Shiftability

Massimiliano Gobbi, Gianpiero Mastinu, Augusto D’Orazio, Massimo Caudano, Giorgio Faustini

IMECE 2002; 21-31doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32911

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Topics: Manual transmissions , Optimization , Design , Approximation , Mechanical drives , Motor vehicles , Pareto optimization , Robustness

Probability Analysis of Motor Vehicle Accidents

Scott Kimbrough

IMECE 2002; 33-41doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32957

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Topics: Accidents , Probability , Traffic accidents

Spatial, Multibody Modeling and Vehicle Dynamics Analysis of an Interim Armored Vehicle

Michael D. Letherwood, David D. Gunter

IMECE 2002; 43-50doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32962

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Topics: Modeling , Vehicle dynamics , Vehicles , Army , Warfare , Teams

Truck Driving Simulator Effectiveness

A. Hoskins, M. El-Gindy, R. Vance, N. Hiller, C. Goodhart

IMECE 2002; 51-57doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32964

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Topics: Trucks , Students , Highways , Transportation systems , Vehicle dynamics

Automated Stability Analysis of a Vehicle in Combined Pitch and Roll

James K. Sprague, Shyi-Ping Liu

IMECE 2002; 59-73doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33184

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Topics: Stability , Vehicles , Design , Experimental design , Gravity (Force) , Modeling , Physics

Feasibility Analysis and Computer Simulation of an Automated Bus Route

J. H. Solomon, P. Gonzalez-Mohino, F. Amirouche, D. Zavattero

IMECE 2002; 73-79doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33186

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Topics: Buses , Computer simulation , Curbs (Roads) , Flow (Dynamics) , Traffic , Transportation systems , Vehicles

Instability Due to Interacting Hydraulic and Mechanical Dynamics in Backhoes

Donald Margolis, Taehyun Shim

IMECE 2002; 81-86doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33192

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Machinery , Vehicles , Control systems , Energy resources , Feedback , Fuels , Hydraulic control , Oscillations , Simulation

Safety and Comfort Analysis of Optimal Seats With Active and Semi-Active Suspension

M. Bouazara, M. J. Richard, S. Rakheja

IMECE 2002; 87-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33196

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Topics: Safety , Dampers , Random excitation , Bushings , Cities , Coulombs , Damping , Dynamic analysis , Friction , Generators

FEA Rotating Tire Modeling for Transient Response Simulations

Y. P. Chang, M. El-Gindy

IMECE 2002; 93-101doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33200

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis , Modeling , Simulation , Tires , Transients (Dynamics) , Standing waves , Algorithms , Automobiles , Computer software

Considerations for Minimum Lap Time Calculation on a Race Track

Marco Di Pierro, Juergen Schuller

IMECE 2002; 103-110doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33205

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Topics: Modeling , Simulation , Trajectories (Physics) , Vehicles , Virtual reality

A Precision Plan-to-Action Mapper for Vehicle Control

Frank R. Schaefer, Imtiaz Haque

IMECE 2002; 111-119doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33209

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Topics: Vehicles , Control systems , Databases , Approximation , Control equipment , Curve fitting , Modeling , Simulation , Transfer functions

Fourier Series Neural Network Analysis of a Steer-by-Wire System

Val D. Mills, John R. Wagner, Imtiaz Haque

IMECE 2002; 121-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33216

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Fourier series , Wire , Manufacturing , Modeling , Steering systems , Design , Dynamic systems , Engineering instruments , Hybrid electric vehicles

Slow Passage Through Resonance in Mathieu’s Equation

Leslie Ng, Richard Rand, Michael O’Neil

IMECE 2002; 131-140doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39139

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Topics: Resonance , Approximation , Flow (Dynamics)

Periodic Behavior of a Nonlinear Third Order Vibrating System

Gholamreza Nakhaie Jazar, Mohammad H. Alimi, Mohammad Mahinfalah, Ali Khazaei

IMECE 2002; 141-146doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39142

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Topics: Differential equations , Dynamic systems , Equations of motion , Modeling , Performance , Theorems (Mathematics)

Computer Simulation of the Response of a Railway Vehicle Carbody

M. Senthil Kumar, P. M. Jawahar

IMECE 2002; 147-153doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39143

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Topics: Computer simulation , Railway vehicles , Wheelsets , Equations of motion , Wheels , Degrees of freedom , Rails , Yaw , Approximation , Creep

Spin Motion of a Levitated Magnet Caused by Vertical Excitation of a High-T_c Superconductor

Toshihiko Sugiura, Shuuichi Hayakawa, Tsuyoshi Tanaka, Masatsugu Yoshizawa

IMECE 2002; 155-163doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39204

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Topics: Excitation , Magnets , Spin (Aerodynamics) , Torque , Spinning (Textile) , Center of mass , Magnetic fields , Nonlinear dynamics , Oscillations , Permanent magnets

Vibration of Elevator Cables With Small Bending Stiffness

W. D. Zhu, G. Y. Xu

IMECE 2002; 165-176doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32362

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Topics: Cables , Elevators , Stiffness , Vibration , Boundary-value problems , Damping , Hoists , Rails

Spatial Discretization of Serpentine Belt Drive Dynamics Using Constrained Basis Functions

Robert G. Parker, Shrenik Shah, Lingyuan Kong

IMECE 2002; 177-189doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32368

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Topics: Belts , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Arches , Pulleys , Binders (Materials) , Boundary-value problems , Density , Dynamic response , Inspection , Kinetic energy

Workpiece Deflection Compensation Using Two Dimensional Toolpost

W. Y. Yan, A. M. Al-Jumaily

IMECE 2002; 191-197doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32379

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Topics: Deflection , Actuators , Vibration , Deformation , Matlab , Simulation models , Surface roughness

Axial and Torsional Dynamic Responses of Tubular Joints With an Annular Void

A. Vaziri, H. Nayeb-Hashemi

IMECE 2002; 199-208doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32381

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Topics: Dynamic response , Tubular joints , Adhesives , Resonance , Shear stress , Shear modulus , Stress , Viscoelastic materials

Modal Characteristics of Simply Supported Lightweight Long Cylinders

L. Moxey, H. Hamidzadeh

IMECE 2002; 209-214doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32383

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Topics: Cylinders , Stress , Displacement , Free vibrations , Mode shapes , Modeling , Wave propagation , Waves

A Method for Updating Damping of Analytical Model of Substructure Based on Frequency Response

B. S. Yu, G. T. Zheng, H. J. Du

IMECE 2002; 215-219doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32385

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Topics: Damping , Frequency response , Errors , Stiffness

Micro-Control Actions of Actuator Patches Laminated on Hemispherical Shells

P. Smithmaitrie, H. S. Tzou

IMECE 2002; 221-230doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33570

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Topics: Actuators , Approximation , Shells

Experimental and Analytical Investigations of the Dynamic Response of Adhesively Bonded Single Lap Joints

A. Vaziri, H. Nayeb-Hashemi

IMECE 2002; 231-239doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33571

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Topics: Dynamic response , Adhesives , Accelerometers , Damping , Laser Doppler vibrometers , Resonance , Stress , Aluminum , Bonding , Deformation

Dynamic Response Control of Piezoelastic Laminated Cylindrical Shells Under Hydrostatic Pressure

Zhengxing Liu, Hongyun Li

IMECE 2002; 241-246doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33574

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Topics: Dynamic response , Hydrostatic pressure , Pipes , Stress , Sensors , Actuators , Circuits , Algorithms , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Equations of motion

Micro-Actuations and Location Sensitivity of Actuator Patches Laminated on Toroidal Shells

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

IMECE 2002; 247-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33580

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Topics: Actuators , Shells

Dynamic Response of Cracked Cylindrical Shells With Internal Pressure

A. Vaziri, H. Nayeb-Hashemi, H. E. Estekanchi

IMECE 2002; 257-265doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33582

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Topics: Dynamic response , Pipes , Pressure , Fracture (Materials) , Resonance , Mode shapes , Damping , Finite element analysis , Pipelines

Development and Experimental Evaluation of a Vehicle Rear Suspension Vibration Model

Shung H. Sung, Donald J. Nefske, Douglas A. Feldmaier, Spencer J. Doggett

IMECE 2002; 267-276doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39148

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Topics: Vehicles , Vibration , Finite element model , Manufacturing , Tires , Bushings , Damping , Excitation , Frequency response , Stiffness

An Accurate Incremental Bekker Equation for Computational Tire-Soil Modeling

Ray P. S. Han, S. G. Mao

IMECE 2002; 277-284doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39149

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Topics: Modeling , Soil , Tires , Algorithms , Pressure

Detecting Backlash and Crack in Torsional Vibration of a Gear Train System

M. Ghassabzadeh Saryazdi, M. H. Ghaffari Saadat

IMECE 2002; 285-289doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39154

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Gear trains , Vibration , Brakes , Mechanical drives , Servomotors

The Simulation of Mechanical Systems Kinematics and Dynamics

Q. K. Yuan

IMECE 2002; 291-295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39155

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Kinematics , Simulation , Computer software , Equations of motion , Mechanical products

Investigations on the Behavior of the Body in Response to Vertical Vibration

Maryam Hoviattalab, Mohammad S. Varziri

IMECE 2002; 297-301doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39156

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Topics: Vibration , Damping , Stiffness , Computer software , Differential equations , Kinematics , Matlab , Noise (Sound) , Waves

A Robust Semi-Active Tuned Vibration Absorber for Reducing Vibrations in Force-Excited Structures

Jeong-Hoi Koo, Mehdi Ahmadian, Mehdi Setareh, Thomas M. Murray

IMECE 2002; 303-309doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39202

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Topics: Vibration , Vibration absorbers , Stiffness , Design , Dynamic analysis , Robustness

Nonlinear Delay Equations With Fluctuating Delay: Application to Regenerative Chatter

Ali Demir, N. Sri Namachchivaya, W. F. Langford

IMECE 2002; 311-321doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32389

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Topics: Chatter , Delays , Machine tools , Stability , Delay differential equations , Differential equations , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Eigenvalues , Resonance

On the Causes of Rolling Instability and Chatter

Yun-Jeng Lin, C. Steve Suh, Sherif T. Noah

IMECE 2002; 323-332doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32392

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Topics: Chatter , Deformation , Excitation , Resonance , Stiffness , Strips , Tension , Vibration

A General Formula for Controlling Hopf Bifurcation

Pei Yu

IMECE 2002; 333-340doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32397

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Topics: Bifurcation , Delays , State feedback

Investigation of a Friction-Induced Source of Excitation in Disc Brake Systems

V. N. Pilipchuk, C. A. Tan

IMECE 2002; 341-352doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32400

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Topics: Automotive brakes , Excitation , Friction , Vibration , Strips , Stick-slip , Earthquakes , Energy dissipation , Resonance , Springs

Identifying Coulomb and Viscous Friction in Forced Oscillators by Using a Harmonic Energy Balance

Jin-Wei Liang, Brian F. Feeny

IMECE 2002; 353-359doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32401

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Topics: Algorithms , Coulombs , Damping , Displacement , Dry friction , Energy budget (Physics) , Energy consumption , Energy dissipation , Friction , Reliability

A New Regularization of Coulomb Friction

D. Dane Quinn

IMECE 2002; 361-367doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32402

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Topics: Coulombs , Friction , Equilibrium (Physics) , Sliding friction , Computer simulation , Coulomb's law , Degrees of freedom , Energy dissipation , Engineering simulation , Simulation

Nonlinear Analysis of the Orbital Motions of Immersed Rotors Using a Spectral/Galerkin Approach

Miguel Moreira, Jose´ Antunes, Heitor Pina

IMECE 2002; 369-376doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32414

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Topics: Rotors , Computer simulation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fluids , Rotordynamics

Simulation of the Oscillation Regimes of Bowed Bars: A Nonlinear Modal Approach

Octa´vio Ina´cio, Lui´s Henrique, Jose´ Antunes

IMECE 2002; 377-385doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32415

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Topics: Friction , Instrumentation , Oscillations , Simulation , Vibration , Stick-slip , String , Aluminum , Computation , Computer simulation

Nonlinear Free Vibration of a Cable Against a Straight Obstacle

Seon Han, Mark Grosenbaugh

IMECE 2002; 387-395doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32419

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Topics: Cables , Free vibrations , Displacement , Equilibrium (Physics) , Gravity (Force)

On the Rigid-Body Motion of Traveling, Sagged, Elastic Cables

Albert C. J. Luo, Yuefang Wang

IMECE 2002; 397-403doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32420

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Topics: Cables , Deformation , Flexible structures , Cable structures , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Membranes , Modeling

On the Nonlinear Dynamic Behavior of a Rotor-Bearing System

Jianping Jing, Yi Sun, Songbo Xia, Guotai Feng

IMECE 2002; 405-411doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33605

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Topics: Bearings , Rotors , Whirls , Bifurcation , Dynamic response , Failure , Finite element methods , Modeling , Nonlinear dynamics

An Averaging Approach for Noisy Strongly Nonlinear Periodically Forced Systems

Seunggil Choi, N. Sri Namachchivaya

IMECE 2002; 413-423doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39384

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Topics: Bifurcation , Degrees of freedom , Density , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Gluing , Markov processes , Noise (Sound) , Nonlinear systems , Phase space , Probability

Nonlinear Effects on Coexistence Phenomenon in Parametric Excitation

Leslie Ng, Richard Rand

IMECE 2002; 425-433doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32406

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Topics: Bifurcation , Degrees of freedom , Differential equations , Excitation , Free vibrations , Stability , Vibration

Bifurcations in a Mathieu Equation With Cubic Nonlinearities: Part II

Leslie Ng, Richard Rand

IMECE 2002; 435-443doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32410

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Topics: Bifurcation , Flow (Dynamics) , Approximation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Resonance

The Construction of Nonlinear Normal Modes for Systems With Internal Resonance: Application to Rotating Beams

Dongying Jiang, Christophe Pierre, Steven W. Shaw

IMECE 2002; 445-456doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32412

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Topics: Construction , Resonance , Rotating beams , Manifolds , Degrees of freedom , Engineering simulation , Numerical analysis , Partial differential equations , Simulation , System dynamics

Resonant Bands of a Mathieu-Duffing Oscillator With a Twin-Well Potential

Albert C. J. Luo

IMECE 2002; 457-463doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32416

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Topics: Resonance , Excitation , Wells

The Periodic Impact Responses of Human-Body in a Vehicle Traveling on the Rough Terrain

Ke Yu, Albert C. J. Luo

IMECE 2002; 465-470doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32417

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Topics: Surface roughness , Vehicles , Stability , Bifurcation , Inertia (Mechanics) , Rotation

Bifurcation and Chaos in Friction-Induced Vibration

Yong Li, Z. C. Feng

IMECE 2002; 471-479doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32811

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Topics: Bifurcation , Chaos , Friction , Vibration , Computer simulation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Excitation , Homoclinic orbits , Limit cycles , Modeling

Feedback Linearization of the Lorenz System: Stabilization and Tracking Control

L. G. Crespo, J. Q. Sun

IMECE 2002; 481-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32404

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Topics: Composite materials , Control equipment , Feedback , Tracking control

Control of Flexible Payloads Grasped by Actuated Grippers Undergoing Large Rigid-Body Motions: Part I — Dynamics

Edward J. Park, James K. Mills

IMECE 2002; 493-499doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32407

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Grippers , Actuators , Vibration , Deformation , Dynamic models , Gravity (Force) , Manipulators , Modeling , Robot motion

Control of Flexible Payloads Grasped by Actuated Grippers Undergoing Large Rigid-Body Motions: Part II — Controllability and Observability

Edward J. Park, James K. Mills

IMECE 2002; 501-507doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32408

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Topics: Grippers , Vibration , Dynamic models , Actuators , Control systems , Deformation , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Manipulators , Modeling

An Effective Algorithm for Tracking Multiple Maneuvering Targets

Jianxun Li, Zhongliang Jing, Feng Li

IMECE 2002; 509-514doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32409

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Topics: Algorithms , Feedback , Matrix decomposition , Parallel processing , Reliability

Adaptive Beamforming Based on Instrumental Variable in Colored Noise

Jianxun Li, Zhongliang Jing

IMECE 2002; 515-518doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32411

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Topics: Noise (Sound) , Computer simulation

A New Approach to the Modeling of MDOF Vehicles Traversing Rough Surfaces

Alexander V. Pesterev, Lawrence A. Bergman, Chin An Tan

IMECE 2002; 519-528doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32475

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Topics: Modeling , Surface roughness , Vehicles , Bridges (Structures) , Pavement , Steel , Tires

Stress States and Interference in Double Adhesive Layer Scarf and Butt Joints

Samar Teli, Erol Sancaktar

IMECE 2002; 531-546doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33416

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Topics: Adhesives , Stress , Finite element analysis , Design , Failure , Finite element model , Separation (Technology)

Strength and Finite Element Analysis of Single-Lap Joints With Adhesively Filled Columns

Jiemin Liu, Songjian He, Toshiyuki Sawa

IMECE 2002; 547-552doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33418

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Topics: Adhesive joints , Adhesives , Composite materials , Failure , Fibers , Finite element analysis , Finite element methods , Metals , Stress

Mechanical Adhesion Analysis of Multi-Stepped Double Scarf Joints With Void and Disbond Effects

Uday Karmarkar, Erol Sancaktar

IMECE 2002; 553-561doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33422

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Topics: Adhesion , Adhesive joints , Composite materials

Damping Characteristics of Mechanical Structures Assembled by Bonding: A Beam in Which Two Steel Strips Are Faced and Joined to Small Butt Straps by an Adhesive

Yuichi Nakano, Takashi Kobayashi

IMECE 2002; 563-567doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33423

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Topics: Adhesives , Bonding , Damping , Mechanical structures , Steel , Strips , Machinery , Vibration

Finite Element Stress Analysis of Bolted Joint and an Estimation of Axial Bolt Force

Toshiyuki Sawa, Hajime Yasui, Yoshihito Suzuki, Takaki Nakayama

IMECE 2002; 569-574doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33428

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Topics: Bolted joints , Finite element analysis , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Displacement , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Strain gages , Transducers , Cylinders , Friction

Optimization of Adhesively Bonded Single Lap Joints by Tapering of Adherends

Prasad Nirantar, Erol Sancaktar

IMECE 2002; 575-588doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33432

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Topics: Deformation , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Optimization , Shear stress

Stress Analysis of Combination Joints of Adhesive With Tap Bolt Under External Tensile Loads

Toshiyuki Sawa, Akira Moriuchi

IMECE 2002; 589-595doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33435

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Topics: Adhesives , Stress , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Adhesive joints , Bolted joints , Finite element methods , Stress concentration , Compression , Deformation , Screw threads

Axisymmetrical FEM Analysis and Estimation of the Sealing Performance in Pipe Flange Connections Combining Metallic Gasket With Adhesive Subjected to Internal Pressure and Temperature Change

Masahide Katsuo, Toshiyuki Sawa

IMECE 2002; 597-602doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33443

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Topics: Adhesives , Finite element methods , Flange connections , Gaskets , Pipes , Pressure , Sealing (Process) , Temperature , Stress , High temperature

A Novel Mathematical 3-D Procedure to Evaluate the Interfacial State of Stress in Adhesively Bonded Scarf Joints: The General Case of Parabolic Scarf Surface

Weijian Ma, Erol Sancaktar

IMECE 2002; 603-615doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33447

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Topics: Stress

Stress Analysis of Butt Adhesive Joints of Dissimilar Hollow Cylinders Under Impact Tensile Loadings

Toshiyuki Sawa, Yoshihito Suzuki, Shoichi Kido

IMECE 2002; 617-624doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33455

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Topics: Adhesive joints , Cylinders , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Stress , Finite element methods , Adhesives , Young's modulus , Deformation , Rupture , Strain gages

In-Situ Delamination Studies Using X-Ray Microtomography

Ryszard Pyrz, Jens V. Nygaard

IMECE 2002; 625-629doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33466

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Topics: Delamination , X-rays , Crack propagation , Cross section (Physics) , Density , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Fibers , Glass fibers , Microscopy

Towards Failure-Free Design: Reducing Dimensionality in Function-Failure Similarity Analysis for Large Databases

Irem Y. Tumer, Robert B. Stone, Rory A. Roberts

IMECE 2002; 631-638doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-33473

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Topics: Databases , Design , Failure , Failure mechanisms , Accidents , Risk , Damage , Decision making , Failure data , Mathematics

Shaping the Complexity of a Design

Carlos Rodri´guez-Toro, Susan Tate, Graham Jared, Kenneth Swift

IMECE 2002; 641-649doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39413

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Computer-aided design , Product design

Analysis and Design for Two-Handed Heavy Part Assembly Methods

Yodyot Wongwanich, Robert H. Sturges, Jr.

IMECE 2002; 651-655doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39415

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing

Assembly Reliability Evaluation Method (AREM)

Tatsuya Suzuki, Toshijiro Ohashi, Masaaki Asano

IMECE 2002; 657-662doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39416

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Topics: Evaluation methods , Manufacturing , Reliability , Design , Discrete element methods , Probability , Product reliability , Visualization

Geometric Variation Prediction for Automotive Aluminum Welded Assemblies

C. H. Xiong, Y. Rong, R. P. Koganti, M. J. Zaluzek, N. Wang

IMECE 2002; 663-669doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39417

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Topics: Algorithms , Aluminum , Computer-aided design , Design , Error analysis , Errors , Fixturing , Joining , Manufacturing , Quality control

Pursuing Mechanical Part Feature Recognition Through the Isolation of 3-D Features in Organic Shapes

Suraj Mohandas, Mark Henderson

IMECE 2002; 671-686doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39419

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Topics: Shapes , Algorithms , Bone , Biomedicine

Assessing the Effectiveness of Filters for Shape Matching

R. Sung, H. J. Rea, J. R. Corney, D. E. R. Clark, J. Pritchard, M. L. Breaks, R. A. MacLeod

IMECE 2002; 687-696doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39420

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Topics: Filters , Hull , Shapes

A Clustering-Based Approach for Failure Mode Identification

Srikesh G. Arunajadai, Robert B. Stone, Irem Y. Tumer

IMECE 2002; 697-705doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39422

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Topics: Failure mechanisms , Design , Failure , Experimental design , Failure mode and effects analysis , Product development , Quality control

Feature Based Costing (FBC) of Welded Assemblies: A Genetic Approach

Gautam Subbarao, Michael L. Philpott, R. Sebastian Schrader, Dale E. Holmes

IMECE 2002; 707-715doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39425

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Design for Manufacturing , Feedback , Fluidized bed combustion , Genetic algorithms , Manufacturing , Welded joints , Welding

An Algorithm for Design of Multi-Stage Molds for Multi-Material Objects With Complex Interfaces

S. K. Gupta, X. Li, A. Priyadarshi

IMECE 2002; 717-729doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39426

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Topics: Algorithms , Design , Manufacturing

Design of Horizontal Mechanical Presses for Deep Drawing and Ironing Process

Jyhwen Wang

IMECE 2002; 731-735doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39427

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Topics: Design , Ironing (Metalworking) , Power presses , Kinematics

Initial Assessment of Small Systems (MEMS and NEMS) Course Taught in an Undergraduate and Graduate Classroom

Jason W. Paquette, K. J. Kim

IMECE 2002; 739-744doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39468

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Topics: Microelectromechanical systems , Nanoelectromechanical systems , Undergraduate students , Design , Manufacturing , Microelectronic devices , Microfluidics , Actuators , Atomic force microscopy , Circuits

Teaching of Mechatronics Through an Elective Course

S. R. Habibi, A. Williams

IMECE 2002; 745-748doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39469

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Topics: Mechatronics , Teaching , Feedback , Mechanical engineering , Mechatronics education , Students

Achieving Quality Teaching and Learning Through Integrating Proper Research Activities in Mechatronics Education

Winncy Y. Du

IMECE 2002; 749-756doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39471

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Topics: Engineering education , Mechatronics education , Teaching

A Project-Centered Freshman Engineering Graphics and Design Course

Ronald E. Barr, Thomas J. Krueger, Ted A. Aanstoos

IMECE 2002; 757-762doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32085

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Topics: Design education , Engineering graphics , Undergraduate students , Design , Computers , Manufacturing , Teams , Databases , Rapid prototyping , Simulation

Pro/ENGINEER and I-DEAS Based Courses Favorite Among Mechanical Engineering Students

Vojin Nikolic

IMECE 2002; 763-769doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32086

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Topics: Engineers , Mechanical engineering , Students , Computer software , Computer-aided design , Computer-aided engineering , Teaching , Engineering standards

Development of a Breadboard System for Process Control Design: Part I

Jeffrey R. Mountain

IMECE 2002; 771-775doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-32152

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Topics: Design , Process control , Undergraduate students , Design education , Fluids , Hand tools , Process control systems , Students , Thermofluids

Application of the Empirical Mode Decomposition Method to the Identification of Disc Brake Squeal

Fulun Yang, Chin An Tan, Frank Chen

IMECE 2002; 777-783doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39224

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Topics: Automotive brakes , Oceans , Rotors , Signals , Vibration

Application of Blind Source Separation Method in Mechanical Sound Signal Analysis

J. B. Wu, J. Chen, Z. M. Zhong, P. Zhong

IMECE 2002; 785-791doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39225

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Topics: Blind source separation , Fault diagnosis , Signals

Characterization of Dynamical Instability Using Instantaneous Frequency

Baozhong Yang, James Fisher, C. Steve Suh

IMECE 2002; 793-800doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39226

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Topics: Bearings , Bifurcation , Reliability , Rotors , Safety

Structural/Acoustic Sensitivity Analysis of a Panel With Manufacturing Variability

Sameer B. Mulani, Michael J. Allen

IMECE 2002; 801-806doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2002-39227

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Topics: Acoustics , Manufacturing , Sensitivity analysis , Algorithms , Design , Boundary element methods , Finite element analysis , Stress , Structural design