...DE-Vol. 98, Dynamics, Acoustics and Simulations ASME 1998 Simulation and Optimization of a Piezoelectric Micropump Y.H. Mu, N.P. Hung, B. K.A. Ngoi School of Mechanical & Production Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Avenue, Singapore , 639798 Tel. 0065-7995777, Fax: 0065...

... optimization second law analysis waste-to-energy plants Abstract Abstract It has been a concern that mechanical engineering graduates may not have enough exposure to real world engineering situations. A design project was assigned in conjunction with the second thermodynamics course...

...Abstract Abstract This study presents an efficient method for optimizing Basic Dynamic Load Rating (BDLR) of rolling element bearings such as spherical roller thrust bearings. An optimizing model and program have been developed using the Solver feature within MS Excel. The program searches...

... automation autonomous control autonomous mobile robot (AMR) excavation lunar regolith optimization robotics trilateration-based localization Abstract Abstract Extracting local resources from excavated lunar regolith will help support a sustainable presence on the Moon. For example...

...Abstract Abstract Optimization of wave energy converters (WECs) through robust controls is mandatory to maximize the energy absorption in the face of sea waves’ stochastic nature. Single optimization criterion predicted by linear models is rendered ambiguous when modulated by viscous forces...

... by the returning blade. In this paper, an optimum blade profile is obtained by maximizing the power coefficient (C P ) considering the overlap ratio (OR) as an optimization parameter. This is done by coupling computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation to the rotor blade profile developed through the simplex...

... to control heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in a residential house was developed along with a validation methodology. A model of predictive control was implemented to optimize the thermostat setpoints and minimize energy cost for an individual residential house while maintaining...

... optimization design optimization advanced manufacturing simulation computer aided design finite element model Abstract Abstract The purpose of this study is to apply topology optimization to the design of a protective underbody panel for armored combat vehicles subjected...

...Proceedings of the ASME 2021 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition IMECE2021 November 1-5, 2021, Virtual, Online IMECE2021-69934 PROCESS PARAMETER OPTIMIZATION IN MACHINING OF -TIAL WITH HEXAGONAL INSERTS Ching-Tun Peng1, Iqbal Shareef2 1School of Materials Science...

... the physical properties of parts in system and helps to digitize the manufacturing process. A proper combination of the manufacturing process simulation with the tolerance analysis contributes to the product and process optimization. In this paper, the current statistical tolerance simulation method...

.... To model the behavior of the assembly realistically and achieve accurate simulation results, considering the sequence of joining is essential. In a digital twin of the assembly process, where the scanned geometry of parts are available and the assembly parameters are optimized for a batch of fabricated...

...Proceedings of the ASME 2021 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition IMECE2021 November 1-5, 2021, Virtual, Online IMECE2021-68918 PROBABILISTIC PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF MEDICAL PLASTIC MOULDED COMPONENTS SUBJECT TO LARGE SCALE PRODUCTION Tim Brix Nerenst...

... by sequential installation of fasteners. Most commonly used strategies (heuristic methods, approximation algorithms) require a large number of computational iterations what dramatically complicates the problem. The paper presents the efficient methods of fastener sequence optimization based on greedy strategy...

... by maximizing the coefficient of power through MATLAB’s optimization toolbox using the Sequential quadratic programming (SQP) solver. The dynamic model was developed for the single-wing design through the MATLAB Simulink 6-DOF toolbox to carry out a free-flight simulation of the wing to verify its global...

...Proceedings of the ASME 2021 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition IMECE2021 November 1-5, 2021, Virtual, Online IMECE2021-67744 DEVELOPMENT OF AN ORGANISATIONAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE OPTIMAL AND EFFICIENT SELECTION OF ACTUATORS Pavlos Hanna University of Technology Sydney Ultimo...

...Abstract Abstract Aerodynamic design of a forebody geometry has a significant effect on aircraft performance and stability. Although the studies conducted on aircraft performance so far, mostly, focus on optimization of wing-like structures, the contribution coming from an effective forebody...

... and configuration approaches carried out by several research groups in the last two decades. We also briefly layout the main challenges related to the lift generation problem for a Mas rotorcraft. Mars rotorcraft airfoil aerodynamics aircraft optimization CFD Proceedings of the ASME 2021...

... used in a further developed user friendly software, enabling the prediction of the tool wear accomplishment in gear hobbing. On that account the wear development can be precisely foreseen and the tangential shift of the tool is optimized. The open and modular structure of the developed code enables...

... manufacturing process chains modeling optimization neural networks evolutionary algorithms Abstract Abstract Today’s manufacturing methods are caught between the growing need for quality, high process safety, minimal manufacturing costs, and short manufacturing times. In order to meet...

... gear hobbing wear prediction tangential shifting optimization coatings Abstract Abstract Gear hobbing is the most common method to manufacture high quality and performance toothed wheels. The gear hobbing kinematics induces complicated chip formation and is characterized by convoluted...