Topics: Additive manufacturing , Energy / power systems , Innovation , Manufacturing , Vehicles , Engineering prototypes , Printing , Renewable energy , Electric vehicle batteries , Electric vehicles

Design and Performance of Novel Low-Profile Heat Sinks Created Through Additive Manufacturing

Pratik KC, Sangeet Shrestha, Adarsh Radadia, Leland Weiss, Arden Moore

IMECE 2016; V014T07A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66320

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Design , Heat sinks , Cooling , Fluids , Manufacturing , Printed circuit boards , Atmospheric pressure , Biomimetics , Boiling

3D Printing for Manufacturing Antique and Modern Musical Instrument Parts

Frank Celentano, Nicholas May, Edward Simoneau, Richard DiPasquale, Zahra Shahbazi, Sina Shahbazmohamadi

IMECE 2016; V014T07A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66652

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Instrumentation , Manufacturing , Sound quality , Design , Acoustics , Blanks , Brass (Metal) , Geometry , Image segmentation

Detecting Malicious Defects in 3D Printing Process Using Machine Learning and Image Classification

Mingtao Wu, Vir V. Phoha, Young B. Moon, Amith K. Belman

IMECE 2016; V014T07A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67641

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Machine learning , Algorithms , Computer software , Manufacturing systems , Simulation

Emerging Manufacturing Techniques

Designing an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for Specific Aerial Applications of Insecticides and Herbicides

Mohammed S. Mayeed, Gabriel Darveau

IMECE 2016; V014T07A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65936

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Topics: Design , Unmanned aerial vehicles , Computer software , Flight , Flow simulation , Gasoline , Lift (Fluid dynamics) , Aircraft , Blades , Cycles

Investigation on Mechanical Behavior of Clinched Joint Using Extensible and Flat Die Techniques

Xiaolan Han, Shengdun Zhao

IMECE 2016; V014T07A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66285

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Topics: Aluminum , Aluminum alloys , Automotive industry , Magnesium alloys , Manufacturing technology , Mechanical behavior , Optimization , Shear strength , Tensile strength , Weight (Mass)

The Recreation and Evaluation of a Human Hand Using Low-Cost Reverse Engineering and 3D Printing Systems

C. Jacobsen, E. Ashe, R. Noorani

IMECE 2016; V014T07A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66905

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Reverse engineering , Artificial limbs , Biomedicine , Cables , Design , Three-dimensional models , Casting , Computer-aided design , Computers

Phantom Battery Pack for Destructive Testing of Li-Ion Batteries

Alex Francis, Ilya Avdeev, Calvin Berceau, Hugo Pires Lage Martins, Luke Steinbach, Justin Mursch, Vincent Kanack

IMECE 2016; V014T07A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67881

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Topics: Batteries , Lithium-ion batteries , Phantoms , Testing , Impact testing , Deformation , Additive manufacturing , Anisotropy , Density , Design

Progress Toward Understanding Catastrophic Failure of Electric Vehicle Li-Ion Batteries: Multi-Physics Modeling

Mehdi Gilaki, Alex Francis, Daniel Bautista, Ilya Avdeev

IMECE 2016; V014T07A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67905

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Topics: Electric vehicles , Failure , Lithium-ion batteries , Modeling , Physics , Electrodes , Batteries , Computer simulation , Deformation , Design

Emerging Technologies in Composite Material Processing Techniques and Applications

Interfacial Properties of Injection Molded Glass Fiber/Thermoplastics Composites

Rutchaneekorn Wongpajan, Suchalinee Mathurosemontri, Jitlada Boonlertsamut, Supaphorn Thumsorn, Hiroyuki Hamada

IMECE 2016; V014T07A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66722

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Topics: Composite materials , Glass fibers , Fibers , Shear strength , Tensile strength , Combustion , Glass , Glass reinforced plastics , Injection molding , Mechanical properties

Energy

Study of Efficiency Improvement and Optimization in CFB

Ajay Natraj Shastri

IMECE 2016; V014T07A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65216

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Topics: Boilers , Carbon , Coal , Emissions , Energy generation , Fluidized beds , Fracture toughness , Fuels , Gases , Optimization

Infinitely Variable Process Control for Distributed Generation

A. Keith Miller

IMECE 2016; V014T07A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66290

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Topics: Distributed power generation , Process control , Fuels , Electricity (Physics) , Manufacturing industry , Petroleum , Power stations , Stress

Development of an Empirical Model to Predict Sulfuric Acid Condensate Formation in Air Handling System of Medium Speed Diesel Engines

Pranav Raina, Roy J. Primus, Vijayaselvan Jayakar, Dayanand T. Harish, Aravind Kalavara

IMECE 2016; V014T07A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66547

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Topics: Condensed matter , Diesel engines , Engines , Fuels , Exhaust gas recirculation , Flow (Dynamics) , Risk , Sulfur , Air pollution control , Chemical kinetics

Fluidized Bed Particle Heat Exchanger for Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles

Peter Steiner, Karl Schwaiger, Heimo Walter, Markus Haider, Martin Hämmerle

IMECE 2016; V014T07A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67104

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Topics: Fluidized beds , Heat exchangers , Particulate matter , Supercritical carbon dioxide , Thermodynamic power cycles , Power stations , Design , Dimensions , Energy generation , High temperature

Thermal Performance of Domestic Replacement A19 LED Lighting Products

Thomas Storey, Robin Rackerby, Heather Dillon, Lydia Gingerich

IMECE 2016; V014T07A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67974

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Topics: Convection , Cooling , Cooling systems , Design , Electrical measurement , Energy dissipation , Heat , Heat exchangers , Light-emitting diodes , Optimization

Engineering Research in Healthcare

Exoskeleton Wrist Design Using Composite Visualization Methods

Thomas D. James, Craig R. Carignan

IMECE 2016; V014T07A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65445

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Topics: Composite materials , Design , Exoskeleton devices , Visualization , Robotics

Image Guided Automation of Endovascular Robotic Surgery

Aditya Reddy Ashammagari, Naveen Kumar Sankaran, Pramod Chembrammel, Ravikiran Chollangi, Adnan Siddiqui, Kenneth Snyder, Thenkurussi Kesavadas

IMECE 2016; V014T07A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65922

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Topics: Robotics , Surgery , X-rays , Algorithms , Aortic arch , Image guided treatment , Image processing , Machine learning

Temporal Case-Based Reasoning for Personalized Hypertensive Treatment

Niloofar Jalali, Stephen Agboola, Kamal Jethwani, Ibrahim Zeid, Sagar Kamarthi

IMECE 2016; V014T07A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67066

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Topics: Biomedicine , Diseases , Drugs , Health care , Patient treatment , Performance , Risk

A Novel Design of Thermostat Based on Fishing Line Muscles

Lokesh Saharan, Yonas Tadesse

IMECE 2016; V014T07A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67298

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Topics: Design , Muscle , Temperature controls , Actuators , Manufacturing , Temperature , Stress , Weight (Mass) , Annealing , Fibers

Innovative Products

The Orbitless Drive

Leo Stocco

IMECE 2016; V014T07A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65253

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Topics: Bearings , Gears , Manufacturing , Noise (Sound) , Particle spin , Rotation , Spin (Aerodynamics) , Torque , Vibration

The Coupled Orbitless Drive

Leo Stocco

IMECE 2016; V014T07A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65284

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Topics: Couplings , Gears , Particle spin , Rotation , Spin (Aerodynamics) , Torque

Smart Clutch: An Automated Clutch That Can Be Used in Manual Transmission Driven Vehicles

Nitin Srinath, Aditya Shashidhar, Prajwal G. Shanthamurthy, Vedanth Reddy, Hitesh Bhadana

IMECE 2016; V014T07A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65955

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Topics: Manual transmissions , Vehicles , Gears , Pressure sensors

Conceptual Design and Prototyping of an External Continuously Variable Transmission for Bicycles

Jordan W. Oldroyd, John L. Salmon

IMECE 2016; V014T07A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67790

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Topics: Bicycles , Conceptual design , Automotive industry , Damage , Design , Maintenance , Reliability , Testing , Vehicles , Weight (Mass)

Internet of Things

Experimental Investigation on Tags Placement Affecting the Efficient Encoding of Multiple Passive UHF RFID Tags With Unique Identifiers

Zhou Yi, Zi Qin Phua, Vitor N. B. Rangel, Johné M. Parker

IMECE 2016; V014T07A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67472

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Topics: Computer programming , Encryption , Internet of things

Next Generation Exascale Capable Mutliphase Solver With Trilinos

Ashesh Chattopadhyay, V. M. Krushnarao Kotteda, Vinod Kumar, William Spotz

IMECE 2016; V014T07A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67962

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluidized beds , Multiphase flow

Big Data Processing and Storage Framework for ITS: A Case Study on Dynamic Tolling

Paulo Figueiras, Ricardo Silva, André Ramos, Guilherme Guerreiro, Ruben Costa, Ricardo Jardim-Goncalves

IMECE 2016; V014T07A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-68069

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Topics: Air pollution , Algorithms , Cities , Delays , Highways , Machine learning , Maintenance , Noise (Sound) , Risk , Roads

Mechatronics and Automation

Development of Haptic Communication Device for Disabled Persons

Zoltán Szabó, Eniko T. Enikov

IMECE 2016; V014T07A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65404

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Topics: Haptics , Actuators , Manganese (Metal) , Displacement , Flow (Dynamics) , Microactuators , Shapes , Virtual reality

The Influence of Sensors Arrangement and Quantity on MCMC Inversion Model Based on Bayesian Inference

Cong Li, Shuai Meng, Yina Yao, Yuanhua He, Rui Yang

IMECE 2016; V014T07A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66051

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Topics: Sensors , Wind , Chain , Leakage , Statistical distributions , Ventilation

Embedded Controller Based Automatic Gear Change Mechanism for Two Wheeled Manual Transmission Motorcycle

Aditya A. Mairal, Akash B. Pandey, Jimil M. Shah

IMECE 2016; V014T07A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-68127

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Topics: Control equipment , Gears , Manual transmissions , Motorcycles , Engines , Vehicles , Roads , Actuators , Circuits , Control systems

Simulation of Leak Noise Propagation and Detection Using COMSOL Multiphysics

Wadie R. Chalgham, Abdennour C. Seibi, Fathi Boukadi

IMECE 2016; V014T07A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-68163

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Topics: Leakage , Noise (Sound) , Simulation , Pipelines , Fluids , Failure , Fluid dynamics , Inspection , Pipes , Pressure

Materials: Genetics to Structures

Bioinspired Materials and Structures

Effect of Reinforcement Fiber Length on the Mechanical Behavior of Biomimicked Composites

Seyed Allameh

IMECE 2016; V014T11A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65202

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Topics: Composite materials , Fibers , Mechanical behavior , Carbon fibers , Structures , Cements (Adhesives) , Earthquakes , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Fracture toughness

Towards a Safer Design of Helmets: Finite Element and Experimental Assessment

Sari Kassar, Sarah Siblini, Bilal Wehbi, Omar Abro, Mutasem Shehadeh

IMECE 2016; V014T11A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66778

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Topics: Design , Finite element analysis , Engineering simulation , Motorcycles , Simulation , Testing , Biomimetics , Materials properties , Springs , Traffic accidents

Fracture and Damage: Nano to Macro Scale

Post-Impact Thermo-Mechanical Response of Woven Mat Composites Subjected to Tensile Loading

Raghu V. Prakash, Deepika Sudevan

IMECE 2016; V014T11A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66343

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Topics: Composite materials , Thermomechanics , Damage , Carbon reinforced plastics , Deformation , Laminates , Cooling , Tensile testing , Carbon , Compression

Application of Infrared Imaging Technology in Fatigue Failure Prediction of Vehicle Wheel in Wheel Bending Fatigue Test

W. H. Chai, X. D. Liu, Y. C. Shan, J. G. Wang

IMECE 2016; V014T11A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66539

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Topics: Fatigue failure , Fatigue testing , Infrared imaging , Vehicles , Wheels , Fracture (Materials) , Temperature distribution , Cycles , Glass fibers , High temperature

Numerical Study of Cruciform Specimens for Biaxial Tensile Tests

Luis F. Puente Medellín, Antonio Balvantin, J. A. Diosdado-De la Peña

IMECE 2016; V014T11A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67452

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Machinery , Mechanical properties , Metals , Numerical analysis , Shear stress , Sheet metal , Simulation , Steel sheet , Stress concentration

Materials Processing and Characterization

PTFE and MoS2 Additives for Mineral Oil Film Formation in EHL Point Contacts

Glenn Kwabena Gyimah, Zhongning Guo, Ping Huang, Shuzhen Jiang, Gary C. Barber

IMECE 2016; V014T11A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65056

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Topics: Disks , Engines , Film thickness , Flat glass , Glass , Interferometry , Light sources , Lubricants , Microscopes , Mineral oil

Effect of Heat Treatment on Mechanical Properties of Laminated Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymeric Composites

A. B. M. I. Islam, Ajit D. Kelkar, Lifeng Zhang

IMECE 2016; V014T11A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65206

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Topics: Carbon fibers , Heat treating (Metalworking) , Mechanical properties , Polymer composites , Nanofibers , Fibers , Resins , Textiles , Carbon , Composite materials

The Effect of Processes Parameters on the Abrasive Wear Resistance of Boronized AISI 1050 Steel

Mete Han Boztepe, Melih Bayramoglu

IMECE 2016; V014T11A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65354

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Topics: Steel , Wear resistance , Disks , Fracture toughness , Wear testing , Containers , Mechanical properties , Stainless steel , Stress , Surface finishing

Understanding Progressive Buckling in Extruded Square Tubes Using Multiple Measurement Techniques

Girija Kumari Sethy, Raghu V. Prakash

IMECE 2016; V014T11A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65484

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Topics: Buckling , Coordinate measuring machines , Collapse , Deformation , Absorption , Accidents , Aluminum tube , Collisions (Physics) , Compression , Computerized tomography

Effects of Annealing Parameters on Nickel Catalyst Nanoparticle Size for Carbon Nanotube Synthesis Applications

Jonathan W. Cody, Sungwon S. Kim

IMECE 2016; V014T11A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65514

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Topics: Annealing , Carbon nanotubes , Catalysts , Nanoparticles , Nickel , Temperature , Film thickness , Polishing equipment , Algorithms , Aluminum

Taguchi Experimental Design in Carbon Nanomaterials Synthesis

José de Jesús Contreras-Navarrete, Francisco Gabriel Granados-Martínez, Alejandro Durán-Navarro, Lada Domratcheva-Lvova, Nelly Flores-Ramírez, Carmen Judith Gutiérrez-García, Omar Aguilar-García, María de Lourdes Mondragón Sánchez

IMECE 2016; V014T11A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65731

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Topics: Carbon , Experimental design , Nanomaterials , Chemical vapor deposition , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Microscopy , Nanoscience , Spectroscopy , Stainless steel

Effects of Intrinsic Strain on the Structural Stability and Mechanical Properties of Phosphorene Nanotubes

Xiangbiao Liao, Xi Chen

IMECE 2016; V014T11A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65911

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Nanotubes , Structural stability , Buckling , Young's modulus , Atomic structure , Engineering simulation , Fracture toughness , Molecular dynamics , Shells

Effect of Halogen-Free Ionic Liquids as Additives of Biolubricants for Room Temperature Titanium-Steel Contact

Kyle Bossung, Matthew DeRosa, Jose Salas, Patricia Iglesias

IMECE 2016; V014T11A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66048

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Topics: Steel , Temperature , Titanium , Lubricants , Wear , ASTM International , Disks , Friction , Lubrication , Stainless steel

Synthetic and Organic Supercharger Lubrication: The Tribological Performance of Ionic Liquids as Additives to Lubricants

Derek Bain, Dana Fisk, Camila Gomez Serrano, Samantha Orlando, Patricia Iglesias

IMECE 2016; V014T11A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66073

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Topics: Lubricants , Lubrication , Superchargers , Tribology , Wear , Friction , Disks , Engines , Gears , Rotors

Effects of Various Cooling Techniques on Grain Refinement of Aluminum 7075-T651 During Friction Stir Processing

Vivek V. Patel, Vishvesh J. Badheka, Samarth R. Zala, Sagar R. Patel, Utsav D. Patel, Swarg N. Patel

IMECE 2016; V014T11A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66161

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Topics: Aluminum , Cooling , Friction , Carbon dioxide , Grain size , Temperature , Elongation , Water , Alloys , Automotive industry

Development of a New Dynamic Modulus Predictive Model Based on Binder Viscosity for the Superpave Mixtures of New Mexico

A. S. M. Asifur Rahman, Rafiqul A. Tarefder

IMECE 2016; V014T11A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66317

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Topics: Binders (Materials) , Viscosity , Asphalt concrete , Asphalt , Temperature , Asphalt pavements , Design methodology , Pavement

Two-Scale Thermo-Crystal Plasticity Finite Element Analysis of Dynamic-Recrystallization Texture Evolution

Yuhei Ueda, Yu Goto, Toshihiko Yamaguchi, Yoshihiro Tomita, Yusuke Morita, Eiji Nakamachi

IMECE 2016; V014T11A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66437

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Topics: Crystals , Finite element analysis , Plasticity , Recrystallization , Texture (Materials) , Heat , Aluminum alloys , Anisotropy , Compression , Deformation

The Influence of Laser Irradiation Parameters on Tribological Behaviour of Commercially Pure Titanium for Dental Prostheses

Karibeeran Shanmuga Sundaram, Gurusami Kiliyappan, Senthil Kumaran Selvadurai

IMECE 2016; V014T11A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66524

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Topics: Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Lasers , Prostheses , Titanium , Tribology , Wear , Wear resistance , Laser hardening , Microhardness , Nd-YAG lasers

Strength and Hardness Assessment of Copper and Copper Alloy Coatings on Stainless Steel Substrates

Mohamed Ibrahim, Khaled Al-Athel, Abul Fazal M. Arif

IMECE 2016; V014T11A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66612

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Topics: Coatings , Copper , Copper alloys , Stainless steel , Adhesion , Mechanical properties , Biomedicine , Delamination , Silver , Corrosion resistance

Influence of Basic Parameters for Fiber Reinforced Polymer Crushing Simulation

Benoit Stalin, Dongyang Yang, Yong Xia, Qing Zhou

IMECE 2016; V014T11A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66635

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Topics: Fibers , Polymers , Simulation , Deformation , Simulation results , Calibration , Composite materials , Computer software , Fiber reinforced plastics , Finite element analysis

Magnesium and Calcium-Containing Scaffolds for Bone Tissue Regeneration

Udhab Adhikari, Nava P. Rijal, Shalil Khanal, Devdas Pai, Jagannathan Sankar, Narayan Bhattarai

IMECE 2016; V014T11A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66835

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Topics: Bone , Magnesium (Metal) , Ceramic matrix composites , Biological tissues , Casting , Crystal structure , Engineering systems and industry applications , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Freezing

Synthesis and Characterization of Alginate-Based Hydrogel Microbeads for Magnesium Release

Shalil Khanal, Udhab Adhikari, Nava P. Rijal, Devdas Pai, Jagannathan Sankar, Narayan Bhattarai

IMECE 2016; V014T11A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66900

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Topics: Hydrogels , Magnesium (Metal) , Biological tissues , Particle size , Wounds , Blood , Ions , Optical microscopy , Scanning electron microscopy

Investigation of the Flexural and Impact Behaviour of the Sand Blasted Duralumin Reinforced FMLs

Senthil Kumaran Selvadurai, Vasudevan Alagumalai, Edwin Samson Ponnusamy

IMECE 2016; V014T11A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66924

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Topics: Sands , Fibers , Aluminum , Delamination , Composite materials , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Blasting , Carbon fibers , Glass

Characterization of Novel High Performance Lubricants

Leah Matczak, Thomas W. Smith, Michael J. Schertzer, Patricia Iglesias

IMECE 2016; V014T11A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67012

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Topics: Lubricants , Disks , Ethyl compounds , Surface tension , Flexible manufacturing systems , Fluids , Glass , Polishing , Stainless steel , Steel

Permeability Characterize of Polymeric Materials at High-Temperature and High-Pressure

Nooshin Nassr, Zahed Siddique, Jon R. Keegan

IMECE 2016; V014T11A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67174

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Topics: High pressure (Physics) , High temperature , Permeability , Pressure , Polymers , Temperature , Design , Testing , Helium , Pressure transducers

AFM Study of Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Magnesium-Ceramics Nano-Layered Thin Films

Svitlana Fialkova, Ruben Kotoka, Sergey Yarmolenko, Jagannathan Sankar

IMECE 2016; V014T11A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67227

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Ceramics , Magnesium (Metal) , Thin films , Tribology , Surface roughness , Wear , Wear resistance , Adhesion , Crystals

Shape Recovery Characteristics of 3D Printed Soft Polymers and Their Composites

Wenbo Liu, Nan Wu, Kishore Pochiraju

IMECE 2016; V014T11A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67286

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Composite materials , Polymers , Shapes , Fillers (Materials) , Resolution (Optics) , Temperature , Creep , Glass , Hot water

Fabrication Parameters and Performance Relationship of Twisted and Coiled Polymer Muscles

Lokesh Saharan, Yonas Tadesse

IMECE 2016; V014T11A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67314

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Topics: Manufacturing , Muscle , Polymers , Actuators , Fibers , Weight (Mass) , Cycles , Deformation , Displacement , Energy consumption

Scale Effect in FEM Simulation of Axisymmetric Hot Micro-Extrusion of Aluminum Alloys

André L. M. Costa, Henry S. Valberg, Wojciech Z. Misiolek

IMECE 2016; V014T11A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67546

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Topics: Aluminum alloys , Extruding , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Alloys , Aluminum , Deformation , Equilibrium (Physics)

Carbon Nanofiber and PDMS Based Nanocomposite With Sensing Functions

Shoieb Chowdhury, Mark Olima, Yingtao Liu, Mrinal Saha

IMECE 2016; V014T11A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67604

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Topics: Carbon , Nanocomposites , Nanofibers , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Stress , Electrical resistance , Pressure , Probes , Strain sensors , Tunnel construction

Exergy Analysis of Metal Cutting Processes

Salman Pervaiz, Mohamed Gadalla

IMECE 2016; V014T11A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-68035

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Topics: Exergy analysis , Metal cutting , Manufacturing , Exergy , Security , Climate change , Cutting , Design , Emissions , Flow (Dynamics)

Modeling and Experiment of Multifunctional Materials in Extreme Environments

Thermal Gradient on Hybrid Composite Propellant Tank Materials at Cryogenic Temperatures

Raudel O. Avila, Md S. Islam, Pavana Prabhakar

IMECE 2016; V014T11A032doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65727

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Topics: Composite materials , Propellants , Temperature , Temperature gradient , Carbon , Textiles , Fuels , Stress , Additive manufacturing , Carbon composites

Modeling, Simulation and Design of Multifunctional Materials

The Effect of Interfacial Microstructures on Joining Strength of Polymer-Metal Hybrid Interface

Le Shen, Lingyu Sun, Lijun Li, Bincheng Huang, Xiao Ye

IMECE 2016; V014T11A033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65811

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Topics: Joining , Metals , Polymers , Bonding , Stress , Bearings , Density , Geometry , Stiffness , Design

Computational Design and Development of Alumina-Nickel Droplet Composites

S. Sohail Akhtar, A. F. M. Arif, M. U. Siddiqui, Kabeer Raza, L. Taiwo Kareem, Abbas S. Hakeem

IMECE 2016; V014T11A034doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67071

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Topics: Composite materials , Design , Drops , Nickel , Thermal conductivity , Particle size , Percolation theory , Thermal expansion , Approximation , Elastic moduli

Design of Broadband Acoustic Cloak Using Topology Optimization

Weiyang Lin, James C. Newman, III, W. Kyle Anderson

IMECE 2016; V014T11A035doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-68135

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Topics: Acoustics , Design , Optimization , Topology , Electromagnetic scattering , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Sensitivity analysis , Shapes , Wave propagation

Nanoengineered, Hierarchical, and Multi-Scale Materials

Self-Assembly of Protruding Islands on Spherical Substrates by Surface Instability

Xiangbiao Liao, Xi Chen

IMECE 2016; V014T11A036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66221

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Topics: Self-assembly , Shells , Manufacturing , Nanostructures

Effects of Structure and Property Variations Within Hierarchal Biomineralized Composites Using Finite Element Methods

Matt Nelms, Ken Livi, Bryan Crawford, A. M. Rajendran, Wayne Hodo

IMECE 2016; V014T11A037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67612

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Topics: Composite materials , Finite element methods , Shells , Armor , Biomaterials , Bone , Ceramics , Damage , Delamination , Elasticity

Multiscale Experimental Characterization of the Delamination Resistant Mechanisms Found in the Biomineralized Exoskeleton Fish Scale Composite

Wayne Hodo, Matt Nelms, Bryan Crawford, Kenneth Livi, A. M. “Raj” Rajendran

IMECE 2016; V014T11A038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67724

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Topics: Composite materials , Delamination , Exoskeleton devices , Experimental characterization , Elastic moduli , Bone , Mechanical properties , Adhesives , Corrosion resistance , Crystals

Nanomaterials for Energy

Fabrication of Bulk Skinless Polyetherimide (PEI) Nanofoams

David Jose, Christopher Gutierrez, Sriharsha Srinivas Sundarram

IMECE 2016; V014T11A039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66055

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Carbon dioxide lasers , Catalysts , Cross section (Physics) , Desorption , Electrical properties , Filtration , Foams (Chemistry) , Laser beams , Lasers

Processing, Structure and Property of Polymers and Composites

Strain Localization in Determining the Constitutive Response of Polymers

Soondo Kweon, Ahmed Amine Benzerga

IMECE 2016; V014T11A040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65147

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Topics: Polymers , Hardening , Testing , Constitutive equations , Deformation , Plastics , Shear (Mechanics) , Temperature , Tension , Thermomechanics

Identification of Shear Properties for Woven Fiber Reinforced Polymer Simulation

Dongyang Yang, Benoit Stalin, Yong Xia, Qing Zhou

IMECE 2016; V014T11A041doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66263

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Topics: Fibers , Polymers , Shear strength , Simulation , Shear (Mechanics) , Composite materials , Anisotropy , Displacement , Finite element analysis , Modeling

Mechanical Properties of GF/CF Hybrid ABS Composite by DFFIM

Hisakura Yuuki, Kitahara Kenichi, Sugihara Makoto, Imajo Akihiko, Hamada Hiroyuki

IMECE 2016; V014T11A042doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66280

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Topics: Composite materials , Mechanical properties , Fibers , Carbon fibers , Polymer composites , Glass fibers , Impact testing , Injection molding , Scanning electron microscopy , Vents

Characterization of Mechanical Properties of Date Palm Fronds Reinforced Composites: A Comparative Evaluation

K. Alzebdeh, M. Nassar, H. Al Rawahi, N. Al-Hinai

IMECE 2016; V014T11A043doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66573

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Topics: Composite materials , Mechanical properties , Fibers , Design , ASTM standards , Density , Ductility , Experimental characterization , Experimental design , Low density polyethylene

Experimental Characterization of Low Velocity Impact Energy Dissipation in Sandwich Composites With Porous Cores With Tailored Structure and Morphology

Kerry V. Lane, Nathan K. Yasuda, Michael E. Lo, Emily R. Mather, Frank J. Shih

IMECE 2016; V014T11A044doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67901

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Topics: Composite materials , Energy dissipation , Experimental characterization , Honeycomb structures , Aluminum , Glass , Metal foams , Stress , Additive manufacturing , Carbon fibers

Safety Engineering and Risk Analysis

Reliability Methods

The Reliability of a Component Under Multiple Cyclic Stress Levels With Distributed Cyclic Numbers

Xiaobin Le

IMECE 2016; V014T14A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65269

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Topics: Reliability , Stress , Fatigue , Fatigue damage , Fatigue failure , Fatigue life , Fatigue strength , Fracture (Materials)

Dynamic Reliability Evaluation of Space Systems: Case Study of Satellite Attitude Control

Mohammad Pourgol Mohammad, Arash Farhadi, Farzin Salehpour Oskouei

IMECE 2016; V014T14A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65327

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Topics: Reliability , Satellites , Control systems , Simulation , Algorithms , Complex systems , Gates (Closures) , Modeling , Monte Carlo methods

Reliability Analysis Method for Multi-State Repairable Systems Based on Goal Oriented Methodology

Xiaojian Yi, B. S. Dhillon, Hui-na Mu, Zhong Zhang, Peng Hou

IMECE 2016; V014T14A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65380

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Topics: Event history analysis , Flow (Dynamics) , Probability , Signals , Vehicles

Reliability Optimization Allocation Method for Multifunction Systems Based on Goal Oriented Methodology

Xiaojian Yi, B. S. Dhillon, Jian Shi, Hui-na Mu, Peng Hou

IMECE 2016; V014T14A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65383

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Topics: Optimization , Reliability , Genetic algorithms

A New Composite Allocation Method on Balance of Reliability and Maintainability Index With the Goal of Availability

Hui-na Mu, Li Cheng, Xiaojian Yi, B. S. Dhillon, Peng Hou

IMECE 2016; V014T14A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65384

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Topics: Composite materials , Maintainability , Reliability , Maintenance , Optimization , Product design , Vehicles

Reliability Prediction Approach Based on Non-Probabilistic Interval Analysis: Case Study of Transmission System

XiaoJian Yi, Jian Shi, B. S. Dhillon, Hai-ping Dong, Yue-hua Lai

IMECE 2016; V014T14A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65387

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Topics: Reliability , Planetary gears , Stress

An Improved Model-Free Sampling Technique Based on Bootstrap Methods

Xinshui Yu, Zhaohui Yang, Kunling Song, Tianxiang Yu, Bozhi Guo

IMECE 2016; V014T14A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66404

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Topics: Event history analysis , Monte Carlo methods

Probabilistic Reliability Evaluation of Space System Considering Physics of Failure: Case Study of Fatigue Analysis

Saeed Kiad, Mohammad Pourgol-Mohammad, Hossein Salimi

IMECE 2016; V014T14A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67206

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Topics: Failure , Fatigue analysis , Physics , Reliability , Fracture (Materials) , Uncertainty , Event history analysis , Simulation , Stress , Approximation

Risk Assessment and Management

Risk Management for Rail Safety: Post Lac Megantic

Vijay Raghunathan, Ron Mitchell, Robin Pitblado, Hong Wu

IMECE 2016; V014T14A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65443

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Topics: Rails , Risk management , Safety , Risk , Trains , Accidents , Railway tank cars , Risk assessment , Risk mitigation , Transportation systems

Development of the Reliability-Risk Modeling Framework for Ranking Conceptual Designs

Anthony D’Angelo

IMECE 2016; V014T14A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66791

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Topics: Conceptual design , Modeling , Reliability , Risk , Design , Complex systems , Packaging , Supply chains , Systems engineering , Manufacturing

Deterministic Hazard Evaluation for Natural Gas Pipes Failure

Mohammad Pourgol Mohammad, Arash Mehrzad, Morteza Soleimani

IMECE 2016; V014T14A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67161

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Topics: Failure , Hazards , Natural gas , Pipes , Accidents , Computer software , Fire , Flames , Flammable materials , Modeling

Safety and Risk in Transportation

Applications of the G-DataΔV™ System of Equations When Determining Total Velocity Change Resulting From Motor Vehicle Collisions

Jerry S. Ogden, Mathew Martonovich, Courtney N. Engle

IMECE 2016; V014T14A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65013

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Topics: Accuracy and precision , Airbags , Automobiles , Buses , Collisions (Physics) , Construction equipment , Databases , Deflection , Deformation , Energy dissipation

Obese Forklift Operator Neck Loads and Back Loads on a Sit Down Lift Truck During a Sudden Drop

Chimba Mkandawire, Stacy Imler, James Smith

IMECE 2016; V014T14A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65169

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Topics: Forklifts , Stress , Wounds , Telemetry , Testing , Tires

The Combined Effects of Impact Direction and Impact Location on Serious-to-Maximum Injuries Among Drivers in Motor Vehicle Frontal Crashes

Peiyu Li, Chunsheng Ma, Kai Zhang, Longli Shi, Jinhuan Zhang

IMECE 2016; V014T14A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65349

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Topics: Motor vehicles , Wounds , Corners (Structural elements) , Deformation , Crashworthiness , Risk , Traffic accidents , Transportation systems , Vehicular collisions , Vessels

Comparative Analysis on Traumatic Brain Injury Risk due to Primary and Secondary Impacts in a Vehicle-Pedestrian Sideswipe Accident

Atsutaka Tamura, Junji Hasegawa, Takao Koide

IMECE 2016; V014T14A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66021

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Topics: Accidents , Risk , Traumatic brain injury , Vehicles , Biological tissues , Brain , Deformation , Impact testing , Impulse (Physics) , Safety

Safety Management

Decision-Making and Group Behaviors in a Building Evacuation Experiments Considering Occupancy Social Network

Lihua Li, Yaping Ma, Hua Jin, Hui Zhang, Yi Liu

IMECE 2016; V014T14A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66050

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Topics: Decision making , Evacuations , Emergencies , Drills (Tools) , Elevators , Stairs , Network analysis , Stability , Undergraduate students

Experimental Study on Evacuation Process Considering Social Relation in a Tall Building

Yaping Ma, Lihua Li, Ning Ding, Hui Zhang, Tao Chen

IMECE 2016; V014T14A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66284

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Topics: Evacuations , Elevators , Stairs , China , Decision making , Engineering standards , Regulations , Safety , Structures , Traffic

Safety, Risk and Reliability (General)

Steam Turbine Loss Evaluation and Condition Monitoring: A Loss Data Based Study

Bin Zhou

IMECE 2016; V014T14A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65087

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Topics: Condition monitoring , Steam turbines , Turbines , Breakdown (Electricity) , Design , Maintenance

Virtual Testing Applied to Door Latch Performance Evaluation

Keith Friedman, Khanh Bui, John Hutchinson, Matthew Stephens

IMECE 2016; V014T14A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65095

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Topics: Doors , Performance evaluation , Testing , Vehicles , Failure , Stress

Time-Frequency Representation Based on Robust Local Mean Decomposition

Zhiliang Liu, Yaqiang Jin, Ming J. Zuo

IMECE 2016; V014T14A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65184

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Topics: Algorithms , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Fault diagnosis , Fourier transforms , Machinery , Mining , Mirrors , Optimization , Signals

A Fuzzy Logic Approach to Evaluate Transformer Fleet Risk From Geomagnetic Storms

Sujit Purushothaman

IMECE 2016; V014T14A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65382

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Topics: Fuzzy logic , Risk , Storms , Electrical conductivity , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Shorelines , Simulation , Thermal conductivity

A Kinematics Velocity Reliability Analyzing Method for Complex Planar Linkage Mechanism Based on Equal-Effective Mechanics Model

Jingyi Liu, Yugang Zhang, Wei Guo, Cong Sun

IMECE 2016; V014T14A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65463

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Topics: Kinematics , Linkages , Reliability , Chaos , Clearances (Engineering) , Aircraft , Displacement , Doors , Event history analysis , Response surface methodology

Handling Uncertainty in the Remnant Fatigue Life Assessment of Offshore Process Pipework

Arvind Keprate, R. M. Chandima Ratnayake

IMECE 2016; V014T14A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65504

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Topics: Fatigue life , Ocean engineering , Piping systems , Uncertainty , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture mechanics , Inspection , Process piping

Research on Function Reliability of Gear Door Lock System With Correlated Failure Models Based on Mixed Copula

Linjie Shen, Yugang Zhang, Xinchen Zhuang

IMECE 2016; V014T14A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-66619

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Topics: Doors , Failure , Gears , Locks (Waterways) , Reliability , Failure mechanisms , Errors , Gas diffusion layers , Simulation , Simulation models

Limitations on the Reliability of In Vitro Predictive Toxicity Models to Predict Pulmonary Toxicity in Rodents

Jeremy M. Gernand

IMECE 2016; V014T14A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67151

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Topics: Assaying , Bond strength , Chemical properties , Hazards , Machine learning , Materials properties , Nanomaterials , Nanotechnology , Particle size , Performance

Risk Assessment of Air Cannons at Sporting Events

Travis G. Chewning-Kulick, Marvin E. Lewis, Michael J. Benson, Joshua M. Keena, Matthew A. Posner

IMECE 2016; V014T14A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67213

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Topics: Artillery , Risk assessment , Projectiles , Safety , Wounds , Blanks , Firing , Glass , Inspection , Regulations

Review of Hazards and Assessment of Safety Features for Agricultural Equipment

Jeffrey A. Kornuta, Eugenia Kennedy

IMECE 2016; V014T14A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67331

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Topics: Agricultural machinery , Hazards , Safety , Wounds , Engineering standards , Occupational safety and health , Regulations

Ride-On Mower Rollover Accidents: Study and Design Solutions

Kevin B. Sevart

IMECE 2016; V014T14A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-67718

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Topics: Accidents , Design , Machinery , Weight (Mass) , Blades , Cutting , Safety , Wounds , Injury mechanisms , Occupational safety and health

User-Driven Innovation and Management

Steel Sheets Impact Simulation for Safety Guards Design: Problems and Perspectives

Luca Landi, Damiano Amici

IMECE 2016; V014T14A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65181

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Topics: Design , Safety , Simulation , Steel sheet , Machine tools , Flat plates , Projectiles , Ballistics , Buckling , Cylinders

Impulse Force as an Additional Safety Criterion for Improving the Injury Prevention Performance of Impact Attenuation Surfaces in Children’s Playgrounds

David Eager, Hasti Hayati, Chris Chapman

IMECE 2016; V014T14A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65565

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Topics: Impulse (Physics) , Safety , Wounds , ASTM International , Filters , Momentum

Evaluation of the Risk Reduction Effectiveness in OSHA’s Workplace Atmosphere Sampling Activities

Jeremy M. Gernand

IMECE 2016; V014T14A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2016-65942

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Topics: Aerosols , Hazards , Metals , Minerals , Occupational safety and health , Particulate matter , Pollution , Probability , Risk , Risk reduction

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