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ASME 2012 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference collocated with the 40th North American Manufacturing Research Conference and in participation with the International Conference on Tribology Materials and Processing

June 4–8, 2012

Notre Dame, Indiana, USA

Conference Sponsors:

ISBN:

978-0-7918-5499-0

In This Volume

Processing (67)
Systems (31)
Micro and Nano Technologies (19)
- Nanomaterials, Nanofabrication and Nanoscale Modeling, Simulation, and Control (7)
- New Developments in Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Micro/Nano Metrology (12)
Sustainable Manufacturing (16)
- Research Advances in Green Energy Product (5)
- Sustainable Manufacturing Processes and Systems (11)

ASME 2012 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference

Processing

Advances in Abrasive Processes

Tribological Conditioning of Cylinder Running Surfaces

B. Karpuschewski, F. Welzel

MSEC 2012; 1-6doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7237

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Topics: Cylinders , Tribology , Engines , Manufacturing , Combustion , Emissions , Finishing , Friction , Internal combustion engines , Manufacturing technology

Higher Competitiveness of Speed-Stroke Grinding by Using Increased Wheel Speeds

M. Duscha, B. Linke, F. Klocke, D. Dornfeld

MSEC 2012; 7-14doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7240

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Topics: Grinding , Wheels , Cutting , High speed machining , Machinery , Manufacturing engineering , Sustainability

An Analysis of Polishing Forces in Magnetic Field Assisted Finishing

Vasishta Ganguly, Tony Schmitz, Arthur A. Graziano, Hitomi Yamaguchi

MSEC 2012; 15-24doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7256

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Topics: Finishing , Magnetic fields , Polishing , Surface roughness , Iron , Particulate matter , Abrasives , Cutting , Finishes , Magnets

Observations During Vortex Machining Process Development

Stephen C. Howard, Jacob W. Chesna, Brigid Mullany, Stuart T. Smith

MSEC 2012; 25-31doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7272

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Topics: Machining , Vortices

Design and Analysis of Helical Needle Tip Grinding Process

Demeng Che, Ping Guo, Kornel F. Ehmann

MSEC 2012; 33-42doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7274

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Topics: Design , Geometry , Grinding , Needles

In Vitro Dental Cutting of Feldspar and Leucite Glass Ceramics Using an Electric Handpiece

Xiao-Fei Song, Jianhui Peng, Ling Yin, Bin Lin

MSEC 2012; 43-49doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7290

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Topics: Cutting , Glass ceramics , Ceramics , Glass , Brittleness , Surface roughness , Deformation , Diamonds , Metals , Veneer

Advances in Biomanufacturing

Force Model for Needle-Tissue Interaction

Peidong Han, Kumar Pallav, Kornel Ehmann

MSEC 2012; 51-58doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7257

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Topics: Biological tissues , Cutting , Needles

Laser Micromachining Modeling and Laser Machined Surface Errors Prediction for Biomedical Applications

Plawut Wongwiwat, Roger J. Narayan, Yuan-Shin Lee

MSEC 2012; 59-68doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7370

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Topics: Biomedicine , Errors , Laser ablation , Lasers , Micromachining , Modeling , Simulation

Advances in Metal Forming

A New Approach to Predict Machining Force and Temperature With Minimum Quantity Lubrication

Xia Ji, Xueping Zhang, Steven Y. Liang

MSEC 2012; 69-76doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7221

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Topics: Cutting , Lubrication , Machining , Temperature

Modeling Mechanical Behavior of Materials Processed by Accumulative Roll Bonding

Justin L. Milner, Cristina J. Bunget, Thomas R. Kurfess, Vincent H. Hammond

MSEC 2012; 77-86doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7233

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Topics: Bonding , Deformation , Mechanical behavior , Modeling

Formation Condition of Scale Layer on Work Roll in Hot Steel Rolling

Akira Azushima, Kento Nakazawa

MSEC 2012; 87-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7235

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Topics: Hot rolling , Steel

Modeling the Electroplastic Effect During Electrically-Assisted Forming of 304 Stainless Steel

Wesley A. Salandro, Cristina Bunget, Laine Mears

MSEC 2012; 93-102doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7241

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Topics: Modeling , Stainless steel , Thermomechanics

Mixed Lubrication Model for Cold Rolling Considering the Inlet and Deformation Zones

Martin Bergmann, Klaus Zeman, Alexander Kainz, Konrad Krimpelstätter, Dieter Paesold, Peter Schellingerhout, Bas Smeulders

MSEC 2012; 103-112doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7245

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Topics: Cold rolling , Deformation , Lubrication , Surface roughness

Biaxial Work Hardening Characteristics of 6000 Series Aluminum Alloy Sheet for Large Strain Range

Daisaku Yanaga, Toshihiko Kuwabara, Naoyuki Uema, Mineo Asano

MSEC 2012; 113-118doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7288

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Topics: Aluminum alloys , Plane strain , Tension , Work hardening

A Preliminary Numerical Study of the Slurry Wire Sawing Process

Chunhui Chung

MSEC 2012; 119-125doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7289

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Topics: Sawing , Slurries , Wire , Brittleness , Semiconductor wafers , Stress , Computer simulation , Fracture (Materials) , Sawing machines , Simulation results

Tribological Investigation of Deep-Drawing Processes Using Servo Presses

Peter Groche, Norman Möller

MSEC 2012; 127-137doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7292

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Topics: Servomechanism presses , Tribology , Friction , Sheet metal , Simulation , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Lubrication , Pressure , Servomechanisms

Numerical Investigation of Residual Formability and Deformation Localization During Continuous-Bending-Under-Tension

Chetan Nikhare, Brad L. Kinsey, Yannis Korkolis

MSEC 2012; 139-144doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7302

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Topics: Deformation , Tension , Failure , Elongation , Computer simulation , Gages , Sheet metal , Steel

Effect of Continuous Direct Current on the Yield Stress of Stainless Steel 304 Micro Tubes During Hydroforming Operations

Scott W. Wagner, Kenny Ng, William J. Emblom, Jaime A. Camelio

MSEC 2012; 145-152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7309

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Topics: Stainless steel , Yield stress , Mechanical properties , Heating , Manufacturing , Metalworking , Pressure

Development of Statically Determinate Plate Rolling Mills Based on Micro-Scale Parameters

Guangxian Shen, Yongjiang Zheng, Ming Li

MSEC 2012; 153-161doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7311

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Topics: Deformation , Microscale devices , Rolling mills

Electro-Hydraulic Forming of Advanced High-Strength Steels: Deformation and Microstructural Characterization

Aashish Rohatgi, Elizabeth V. Stephens, Danny J. Edwards, Mark T. Smith, Richard W. Davies

MSEC 2012; 163-168doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7322

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Topics: Deformation , High strength steel , Steel , Texture (Materials) , Electron backscatter diffraction , Computer simulation , Fibers , Metalworking , Steel products

Tool-Workpiece Interface Temperature Measurement in Friction Stir Welding

Axel Fehrenbacher, Joshua R. Schmale, Michael R. Zinn, Frank E. Pfefferkorn

MSEC 2012; 169-178doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7326

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Topics: Friction , Temperature distribution , Temperature measurement , Welding

Sensitivities When Modeling Electrically-Assisted Forming

Cristina J. Bunget, Wesley A. Salandro, Laine Mears

MSEC 2012; 179-187doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7334

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Topics: Modeling , Heat transfer , Stainless steel , Accounting , Convection , Electric arc furnaces , Electricity (Physics) , Fast Fourier transforms , Frequency response , Heat conduction

Thermal Response Characterization of Sheet Metals During Electrically-Assisted Forming (EAF)

Joshua J. Jones, Laine Mears

MSEC 2012; 189-198doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7349

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Topics: Electric arc furnaces , Sheet metal

Spiral Friction Stir Processing (SFSP) for the Extrusion of Lightweight Alloy Tubes

Fadi Abu-Farha

MSEC 2012; 199-207doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7358

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Topics: Alloys , Extruding , Friction , Aluminum alloys , Bulk solids , Deformation , Grain size , Magnesium alloys , Optical microscopy , Sheet metal

Finite Element Modeling of Pad Deformation due to Diamond Disc Conditioning in Chemical Mechanical Polishing (CMP)

Emmanuel A. Baisie, Z. C. Li, X. H. Zhang

MSEC 2012; 209-215doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7364

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Topics: Deformation , Diamonds , Disks , Finite element analysis , Image processing , Modeling , Polishing

A Study on the Performance of Rolling Oil During Cold Rolling of Stainless Steel Simulating Industrial Condition

R. Mahapatra, Rait Jaspal Singh, Samuel Pappy, Inder Singh, Ajay Kumar, Deepak Saxena, V. Martin, R. K. Malhotra

MSEC 2012; 217-225doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7373

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Topics: Cold rolling , Rolling mills , Stainless steel

M–K Analysis of Forming Limit Diagram Under Stretch-Bending

Ji He, Z. Cedric Xia, Shuhui Li, Danielle Zeng

MSEC 2012; 227-242doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7401

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Topics: Forming limit diagrams , Deformation , Sheet metal , Flow (Dynamics) , Engineers , Stress

Twist in Single Point Incremental Forming

Javed Asghar, E. Shibin, A. Bhattacharya, N. V. Reddy

MSEC 2012; 243-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7402

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Topics: Equilibrium (Physics) , Finite element analysis , Stiffness

Characterization of Joint Quality in Ultrasonic Welding of Battery Tabs

S. Shawn Lee, Tae H. Kim, S. Jack Hu, Wayne W. Cai, Jingjing Li, Jeffrey A. Abell

MSEC 2012; 249-261doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7410

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Topics: Batteries , Lithium-ion batteries , Manufacturing , Metals , Ultrasonic welding , Welding , Joining , Hybrid electric vehicles , Laser welding , Microscopy

Study of Size Effects on Deformation Behavior and Formability in Micro Metal Forming of Ti Foil

Jie Xu, Bin Guo, Debin Shan, Baishun Li

MSEC 2012; 263-268doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7411

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Topics: Deformation , Metalworking , Size effect

Advances in Modeling, Analysis, and Simulation of Manufacturing Processes

Optimization of Machining Parameters in CFRP/Ti Stacks Drilling

V. Krishnaraj, A. Prabukarthi, M. Santhosh, M. Senthilkumar, R. Zitoune

MSEC 2012; 269-275doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7216

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Topics: Carbon reinforced plastics , Drilling , Machining , Optimization

Hook Shaped Residual Stress: The Effect of Tool Ploughing, and the Analysis of the Mechanical and Thermal Effects

Xueping Zhang, Shenfeng Wu, C. Richard Liu

MSEC 2012; 277-286doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7220

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Topics: Stress , Temperature effects , Turning

Thermal Modeling of Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing Process: Powder Sintering Effects

Ninggang Shen, Kevin Chou

MSEC 2012; 287-295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7253

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Cathode ray oscilloscopes , Electron beams , Modeling , Porosity , Sintering

Minimized Wear and Debris Generation Through Optimized Machining of Co-Cr-Mo Alloys for Use in Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants

Ashish Deshpande, Shu Yang, Dave Puleo, David Pienkowski, Oscar Dillon, Jr., Jose Outeiro, I. S. Jawahir

MSEC 2012; 297-305doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7260

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Topics: Alloys , Hip joint prostheses , Machining , Metals , Wear , Residual stresses , Cutting , Geometry , Cycles , Microhardness

Experimental Investigation of Hard Turning Mechanisms by PCBN Tooling Embedded Micro Thin Film Thermocouples

Linwen Li, Bin Li, Xiaochun Li, Kornel F. Ehmann

MSEC 2012; 307-316doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7262

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Topics: Thermocouples , Thin films , Tooling , Turning , Cutting , Temperature distribution , Cutting tools , Die cutting , Shearing (Deformation) , Temperature

Application of Multiple Regression and Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System for Prediction of Surface Roughness in EDM

S. S. Baraskar, S. S. Banwait

MSEC 2012; 317-325doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7273

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Topics: Composite materials , Design , Electrical discharge machining , Surface roughness

Methodology to Determine Friction in Orthogonal Cutting With Application to Machining Titanium and Nickel Based Alloys

Durul Ulutan, Tuğrul Özel

MSEC 2012; 327-334doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7275

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Topics: Alloys , Cutting , Friction , Machining , Nickel , Titanium , Nickel alloys , Hardening , Heat , Machinery

A Reliability-Based Approach to Flatness Actuator Effectiveness in 20-High Rolling Mills

Arif Malik, John Wendel, Mark Zipf, Andrew Nelson

MSEC 2012; 335-344doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7281

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Topics: Actuators , Reliability , Rolling mills , Strips , Probability , Gages , Computers , Bearings , Control algorithms , Deflection

High Speed Non-Linear Micro-Milling Dynamics

Eric B. Halfmann, C. Steve Suh

MSEC 2012; 345-352doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7287

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Micromilling , Accounting , Cutting , Dampers , Dynamic models , Failure , Milling , Modeling , Probability

A Metallo-Thermo-Mechanically Coupled Analysis of Orthogonal Cutting of AISI 1045 Steel

Hongtao Ding, Yung C. Shin

MSEC 2012; 353-362doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7300

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Topics: Cutting , Steel

Robust Shearing Process for Improving AHSS Sheared Edge Stretchability

Hua-Chu Shih, Ming F. Shi

MSEC 2012; 363-369doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7318

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Topics: Die cutting , High strength steel , Clearances (Engineering) , Delays , Domes (Structural elements) , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Tension

Evidence of Phase Dependent Tool Wear in Ti-6Al-4V Turning Experiments Using PCD and Carbide Inserts

David J. Schrock, Patrick Kwon

MSEC 2012; 371-376doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7332

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Topics: Turning , Wear , Cutting , Phase transitions , Titanium , Cutting tools , Diamonds , Diffusion (Physics) , Finite element methods , Finite element model

Real Time Dispatching Control of Multi-Dollies Material Handling Systems in General Assembly Lines

Chaoye Pan, Qing Chang, Jun Ni

MSEC 2012; 377-386doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7333

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Topics: Assembly lines , Materials handling , Algorithms , Forklifts , Manufacturing , Safety , Trains

The Correlation of Volumetric Tool Wear and Wear Rate of Machining Tools With the Material Removal Rate of Titanium Alloys

Mathew Kuttolamadom, Parikshit Mehta, Laine Mears, Thomas Kurfess

MSEC 2012; 387-396doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7338

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Topics: Machine tools , Machining , Titanium alloys , Wear

Finite Element Analysis of Residual Stresses in High-Speed Dry Cutting of Biodegradable Magnesium-Calcium Alloy

M. Salahshoor, Y. B. Guo

MSEC 2012; 397-404doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7361

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Topics: Alloys , Biodegradation , Biomaterials , Cutting , Finite element analysis , Magnesium (Metal) , Residual stresses

Advances in Nontraditional Manufacturing Processes

Rapid Manufacturing in Minutes: The Development of a Mask Projection Stereolithography Process for High-Speed Fabrication

Yayue Pan, Chi Zhou, Yong Chen

MSEC 2012; 405-414doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7232

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Topics: Manufacturing , Mask image projection stereolithography

Pulse Electrochemical Micromachining of Tungsten Carbide

Abishek Balsamy Kamaraj, Rachael Dyer, Murali M. Sundaram

MSEC 2012; 415-421doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7238

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Topics: Micromachining , Tungsten

Initial Investigation Into Helical Milling of Laminated Stacks of Electrical Steel

Howard Liles, J. Rhett Mayor

MSEC 2012; 423-430doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7239

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Topics: Milling , Steel , Delamination , Drilling , Thrust , Cutting , Springs

Intelligent Modeling and Optimization of Material Removal Rate in Electric Discharge Diamond Grinding

Pankaj Kumar Shrivastava, Avanish Kumar Dubey

MSEC 2012; 431-438doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7252

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Diamonds , Electric discharge , Genetic algorithms , Grinding , Modeling , Optimization

Experimental Characterization of Vibration-Assisted Reverse Micro Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) for Surface Texturing

Sachin Mastud, Mayank Garg, Ramesh Singh, Johnson Samuel, Suhas Joshi

MSEC 2012; 439-448doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7314

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Topics: Electrical discharge machining , Experimental characterization , Vibration

Wettability Enhancement of Aluminum Alloys via Plasma Arc Discharge

Mehdi Asgharifar, Joshua Abramovitch, Fanrong Kong, Blair Carlson, Radovan Kovacevic

MSEC 2012; 449-455doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7331

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Topics: Aluminum alloys , Electric arcs

Characteristics of Cobalt Chromium Alloy Surfaces Finished Using Magnetic Abrasive Finishing

Arthur A. Graziano, Vasishta Ganguly, J. Whittaker Bullard, Hitomi Yamaguchi, Tony Schmitz

MSEC 2012; 457-464doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7367

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Topics: Chromium alloys , Cobalt , Finishing , Artificial limbs , Cutting , Knee , Prostheses , Surface roughness , Alloys , Finishes

Analysis of Voxel Size During Two-Photon Polymerization

Serge L. H. F. Gregory, Elijah Kannatey-Asibu, Jr.

MSEC 2012; 465-472doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7374

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Topics: Photons , Polymerization , Resins , Absorption , Biomedicine , Lenses (Optics) , Microfluidics , Micromechanical devices , Resolution (Optics) , Sensitivity analysis

Milling Tool of Micro-EDM by Ultrasonic Assisted Multi-Axial Wire Electrical Discharge Grinding Processes

Albert Wen-Jeng Hsue, Jun-Jie Wang, Chia-Hung Chang

MSEC 2012; 473-479doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7415

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Topics: Electrical discharge machining , Grinding , Milling , Wire , Micromilling , Machining , Screws , Manufacturing

Laser, Process Innovations, and Energy Field Manufacturing Methodologies

Microvia Formation for Multi-Layer PWB by Laser Direct Drilling: Improvement of Drilled Hole Quality of GFRP Plates

Keiji Ogawa, Toshiki Hirogaki, Eiichi Aoyama, Tsukasa Ayuzawa

MSEC 2012; 481-490doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7219

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Topics: Drilling , Glass reinforced plastics , Hole quality , Lasers , Plates (structures) , Printed circuit boards , Fillers (Materials) , Finite element methods , Aramid fibers , Composite materials

Modeling and Optimization of Kerf Taper in Pulsed Laser Cutting of Duralumin Sheet

Arun Kumar Pandey, Avanish Kumar Dubey

MSEC 2012; 491-498doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7243

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Topics: Laser cutting , Modeling , Optimization

Laser Joining of Continuous Glass Fiber Composite Pre-Forms

Huade Tan, Y. Lawrence Yao

MSEC 2012; 499-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7304

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Topics: Composite materials , Glass fibers , Joining , Lasers , Fibers , Manufacturing , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning) , Adhesives , Architecture

Numerical and Experimental Investigations of Key Assumptions of Analytical Failure Models in Sheet Metal Forming

Raed Hasan, Tugce Kasikci, Igor Tsukrov, Brad L. Kinsey

MSEC 2012; 509-519doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7319

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Topics: Failure , Sheet metal work , Stress , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis , Imaging , Numerical analysis , Shells , Simulation , Steel

Studying the Temperature Effect During the High-Pressure Phase Transformation of Silicon via Indentations

Deepak Ravindra, John Patten, Muralidhar K. Ghantasala

MSEC 2012; 521-525doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7323

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Topics: High pressure (Physics) , Phase transitions , Silicon , Temperature , Machining , Lasers , Brittleness , Pressure , Ceramics , Cutting tools

Microfluidic Channel Fabrication With Tailored Wall Roughness

Jing Ren, Sriram Sundararajan

MSEC 2012; 527-532doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7328

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Topics: Manufacturing , Microfluidics , Surface roughness , Particulate matter , Reactive-ion etching , Biomedicine , Casting , Coating processes , Coatings , Etching

Effect of Warm Laser Shock Peening on the Tensile Strength and Ductility of Aluminum Alloys

Chang Ye, Dong Lin, Yiliang Liao, Gary J. Cheng

MSEC 2012; 533-538doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7371

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Topics: Aluminum alloys , Ductility , Laser hardening , Tensile strength , Nanoscale phenomena , Particulate matter , Strength (Materials) , Dislocations , Temperature , Transmission electron microscopy

Enhanced Laser Shock by an Active Liquid Confinement

Yiliang Liao, Gary J. Cheng

MSEC 2012; 539-544doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7372

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Topics: Lasers , Shock (Mechanics) , Laser ablation , Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Aluminum alloys , Etching , Hydrogen , Laser hardening , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Pressure

Laser Shock Induced Nano-Patterning of Graphene

Ji Li, Gary J. Cheng, Rongjun Zhang, Hanqing Jiang

MSEC 2012; 545-551doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7378

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Topics: Graphene , Lasers , Shock (Mechanics) , Pressure , Nanoscale phenomena , Engineering simulation , Laser ablation , Molecular dynamics , Silicon , Simulation

Nanotwins in Copper Nanowires Controlled by Laser Assisted Electrochemical Deposition

Zhikun Liu, Yiliang Liao, Gary J. Cheng, Yuefeng Wang

MSEC 2012; 553-558doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7391

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Topics: Copper , Lasers , Nanowires , Annealing , Electrical conductivity , Electrochemistry , Electrodeposition , Electrons , Strength (Materials) , Wire

Mechanical Polymer Processing

Investigation of the Machinability of PA-6/nano-CaCO₃ Composite

Reza Farshbaf Zinati, Mohammad Reza Razfar, Mehdi Haghi

MSEC 2012; 559-565doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7203

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Topics: Composite materials , Machinability , Nanocomposites , Polymers , Cutting , Extruding , Machining , Mechanical properties , Milling , Shapes

Development of a Fiber Orientation Measurement Methodology for Injection Molded Thermally-Enhanced Polymers

Timothy Hall, Arumugham Vaishnavi Subramoniam, Hugh A. Bruck, Satyandra K. Gupta

MSEC 2012; 567-577doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7291

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Topics: Fibers , Polymers , Heat exchangers , Polymer composites , Computer-aided engineering , Heat transfer , Metals , Computer software , Corrosion , Corrosion resistance

Characteristics of Exfoliated Graphite Nanoplatelets-Polyamide12 Nanocomposites Processed by Extrusion Injection Molding

Mehdi Karevan, Kyriaki Kalaitzidou

MSEC 2012; 579-586doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7388

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Topics: Extruding , Graphite , Injection molding , Nanocomposites , Rheology

Systems

Advanced and Adaptive Manufacturing Systems

Real-Time Error Prediction for High-Precision Operation of Parallel Kinematic Machines

Z. M. Bi, Guoping Wang

MSEC 2012; 587-595doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7201

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Errors , Kinematics , Machinery , Modeling , Real-time control

Reduction of Vibrations in Ball Screw Driven Machine Tools by the Optimal Selection of Nut Parameters

Chinedum E. Okwudire, Peng Zhao

MSEC 2012; 597-604doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7283

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Topics: Machine tools , Manufacturing , Screws , Sustainability , Vibration

Web Based Monitoring and Control of Distant Robotic Operations

Magnus Holm, Mohammad Givehchi, Abdullah Mohammed, Lihui Wang

MSEC 2012; 605-612doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7296

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Topics: Computer programming , Machinery , Manufacturing , Path planning , Robotics , Robots , Sensors , Uncertainty , Virtual assembly

Robust Work Planning and Development of a Decision Support System for Work Distribution on a Mixed-Model Automotive Assembly Line

Kavit Antani, Alireza Madadi, Mary E. Kurz, Laine Mears, Kilian Funk, Maria E. Mayorga

MSEC 2012; 613-621doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7350

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Topics: Assembly lines , Optimization , Manufacturing , Automobiles , Teams , Weight (Mass)

Dynamic Strategies for Preventive Maintenance Scheduling With Throughput Target Variation

Xiaoning Jin, Jun Ni

MSEC 2012; 623-630doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7384

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Topics: Maintenance , Manufacturing systems , Corrective actions , Dynamic programming , Manufacturing

Advances in Quality and Process Control in Manufacturing Systems

Joint Maintenance and Production Operations Decision Making in Flexible Manufacturing Systems

Merve Celen, Dragan Djurdjanovic

MSEC 2012; 631-640doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7258

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Topics: Decision making , Flexible manufacturing systems , Maintenance

Chacterization of Cutting Force Induced Surface Shape Variation Using High-Definition Metrology

Hai Trong Nguyen, Hui Wang, S. Jack Hu

MSEC 2012; 641-650doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7276

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Topics: Cutting , Metrology , Shapes

Kernel Density Estimation and Metropolis-Hastings Sampling in Process Capability Analysis of Unknown Distributions

Wenzhen Huang, Ankit Pahwa, Zhenyu Kong

MSEC 2012; 651-660doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7299

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Topics: Cities , Density , Algorithms , Simulation

Integrated Prognostics and Health Management System

Application of OLI Electrolyte Simulation to the Resolution of Corrosion Concerns Within a Reciprocating Compressor

Diane L. Stewart, Anthony J. Gerbino, Tony Scribner

MSEC 2012; 661-672doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7224

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Topics: Compressors , Corrosion , Electrolytes , Resolution (Optics) , Simulation , Computer software , Particulate matter , Contamination , Fluids , Hydrogen

Degradation-Based Swapping Policy With Application to System-Level Manufacturing Utilization

Ahmad Almuhtady, Seungchul Lee, Jun Ni

MSEC 2012; 673-682doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7280

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Topics: Manufacturing , Maintenance , Machinery , Manufacturing tools , Algorithms , Genetic algorithms , Logistics , Manufacturing systems , Optimization , Resource allocation

Dissimilarity Measures for ICA-Based Source Number Estimation

Wei Cheng, Seungchul Lee, Zhousuo Zhang, Zhengjia He

MSEC 2012; 683-688doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7340

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Topics: Blind source separation , Condition monitoring , Fault diagnosis , Independent component analysis , Machinery , Separation (Technology) , Signals , Vibration

Battery Prognostics: SoC and SoH Prediction

Seungchul Lee, Harry Cui, Mohammad Rezvanizaniani, Jun Ni

MSEC 2012; 689-695doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7345

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Topics: Batteries , Algorithms , Artificial neural networks , Automobiles , Computers , Downtime , Electric vehicles , Errors , Failure , Machinery

Extension of Maintenance Opportunity Windows to General Manufacturing Systems

Xi Gu, Seungchul Lee, Xinran Liang, Jun Ni

MSEC 2012; 697-705doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7346

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Topics: Maintenance , Manufacturing systems , Machinery , Algorithms , Assembly lines , Engineering simulation , Failure , Simulation , Uncertainty

An Integrated Design Strategy for Dust Collection and Slurry Transport Systems and Implementation in a Steel Plant

Daniel J. Peters, Aquelius A. Young

MSEC 2012; 707-713doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7390

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Topics: Design , Dust , Maintenance , Slurries , Steel

Monitoring, Sensing, and Control for Intelligent Machining and Inspection

Surface Variation Reduction for Face Milling Based on High-Definition Metrology

Bruce L. Tai, Hui Wang, Hai Nguye, S. Jack Hu, Albert Shih

MSEC 2012; 715-724doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7208

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Topics: Cutting , Machining , Metrology , Milling

Thin-Film PVDF Sensor Based Monitoring of Cutting Forces in Peripheral End Milling

Lei Ma, Shreyes N. Melkote, John B. Morehouse, James B. Castle, James W. Fonda, Melissa A. Johnson

MSEC 2012; 725-735doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7217

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Topics: Cutting , Milling , Sensors , Thin films , Signals , Constitutive equations , Dynamometers , Euler-Bernoulli beam theory , Strain sensors

Estimation of Cutting Force Model Coefficients to Track Wear in Milling Using Bayesian Analysis

Mehdi Nouri, Barry K. Fussell, Robert B. Jerard, Lei Gao, Ernst Linder

MSEC 2012; 737-743doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7259

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Topics: Cutting , Milling , Wear

Machining Process Power Monitoring: Bayesian Update of Machining Power Model

Parikshit Mehta, Mathew Kuttolamadom, Laine Mears

MSEC 2012; 745-752doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7277

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Topics: Machining , Cutting , Torque , Polynomials , Torque measurement , Calibration , Chain , Computer numerical control machine tools , Cycles , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Detection of Cutting Phenomena Using Sensor Fusion

J. A. Slotwinski, G. W. Vogl, R. W. Ivester, I. M. Younker

MSEC 2012; 753-762doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7307

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Topics: Cutting , Image segmentation , Sensors

Enabling Machining Vision Using STEP-NC

Martin Hardwick, Frederick M. Proctor, David Loffredo, Sid Venkatesh

MSEC 2012; 763-770doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7310

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Topics: Machining , Manufacturing

Remote Tool Health Monitoring Using Wireless Sensors on Rotational Machinery

Mark D. Rynders, David R. Loker, John T. Roth

MSEC 2012; 771-779doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7335

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Topics: Machinery , Sensors , Failure , Computers , Internet , Accelerometers , Manufacturing , Process monitoring , User interfaces

Process Monitoring During Micro-Drilling via Acoustic Emission, Ultrasonic Sound, and Spindle Load Sensors

Keith A. Bourne, Shiv G. Kapoor

MSEC 2012; 781-790doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7341

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Topics: Acoustic emissions , Drilling , Process monitoring , Sensors , Stress , Stainless steel , Cutting , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Machine tools , Microscale devices

Statistical Process Monitoring With MTConnect

Sri Atluru, Amit Deshpande

MSEC 2012; 791-798doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7344

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Topics: Process monitoring , Statistical process control , Machinery , Statistical analysis , Graphical user interfaces , Manufacturing , Probes , Aerospace industry , Computer numerical control machine tools , Computers

A Two-Parameter Method to Monitor and Characterize Tool Wear in End Milling Inconel 718

W. Li, Y. B. Guo

MSEC 2012; 799-804doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7362

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Topics: Milling , Wear

Classifier Fusion for Acoustic Emission Based Tool Wear Monitoring

Juil Yum, Tae Hyung Kim, Elijah Kannatey-Asibu, Jr.

MSEC 2012; 805-812doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7380

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Topics: Acoustic emissions , Wear , Monitoring systems , Process monitoring , Sensors

End Milling Force Model Calibration Using Measured Force Profiles

Yong Zhao, Robert B. Jerard, Barry K. Fussell

MSEC 2012; 813-822doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7385

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Topics: Calibration , Milling , Cutting , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Dynamometers , Errors , Force sensors , Vibration

Calibration and Characterization of a Low-Cost Wireless Sensor for Applications in CNC End Milling

Andrew Harmon, Barry K. Fussell, Robert B. Jerard

MSEC 2012; 823-832doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7386

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Topics: Calibration , Computer numerical control machine tools , Milling , Sensors , Machining , Cutting , Design , Force sensors , Geometry

PneuViz: MTConnect Compliant Compressed Air Monitoring Application

Sri Atluru, Amit Deshpande, Sam Huang, Ron Pieper

MSEC 2012; 833-840doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7389

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Topics: Compressed air , Machinery , Sensors , Production facilities , Carbon , Computer numerical control machine tools , Computer programming , Computers , Data acquisition , Data acquisition systems

Integration of MTConnect and Standard-Based Sensor Networks for Manufacturing Equipment Monitoring

Kang B. Lee, Eugene Y. Song, Peter S. Gu

MSEC 2012; 841-848doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7398

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Topics: Production equipment , Sensor networks , Sensors

Robotics in Manufacturing

Contour Detection for Robotic Chamfering Based on Optical Measurement Technologies: Fringe Projection vs. Profile Sensor

Bernhard Karpuschewski, Richard Münder

MSEC 2012; 849-854doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7247

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Topics: Optical measurement , Robotics , Sensors , Geometry , Light sources , Machining , Robots

Study of Pressure Distribution in Compliant Coated Abrasive Tools for Robotic Polishing

Muhammed Umer, Kushendarsyah Saptaji, Sathyan Subbiah

MSEC 2012; 855-860doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7396

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Topics: Polishing , Pressure , Robotics , Finite element model , Force control , Process control , Robots , Sensors , Stiffness , Stress

Micro and Nano Technologies

Nanomaterials, Nanofabrication and Nanoscale Modeling, Simulation, and Control

Extension of a Microscale Indentation Fracture Model to Nanoscale Contact in Purview of Mechanical Nanofabrication Processes

Jared N. Hann, Raul E. Riveros, Hitomi Yamaguchi, Curtis R. Taylor

MSEC 2012; 861-868doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7336

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Microscale devices , Nanofabrication , Nanoscale phenomena , Stress , Abrasive machining , Atomic force microscopy , Corners (Structural elements) , Cycles , Deformation

AFM-Based Nanoindentation Process: A Comparative Study

Rapeepan Promyoo, Hazim El-Mounayri, Kody Varahramyan

MSEC 2012; 869-878doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7356

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Molecular dynamics , Nanoindentation

Nanoparticles Embedding Into Metallic Materials by Laser Direct Irradiation

Dong Lin, Sergey Suslov, Chang Ye, Yiliang Liao, C. Richard Liu, Gary J. Cheng

MSEC 2012; 879-884doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7379

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Topics: Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Lasers , Nanoparticles , Coating processes , Coatings , Metals , Transparency , Wavelength

Nanodiamond Reinforced PLLA Nanocomposites for Bone Tissue Engineering

Qingwei Zhang, Yury Gogotsi, Peter I. Lelkes, Jack G. Zhou

MSEC 2012; 885-889doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7393

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Topics: Bone , Nanocomposites , Composite materials , Polymers , Biocompatibility , Biodegradation , Biopolymers , Chemical properties , Differential scanning calorimetry , Mechanical properties

Micro Characterization of Mg and Mg Alloy for Biodegradable Orthopedic Implants Application

Haibo Gong, Antonios Kontsos, Yoontae Kim, Peter I. Lelkes, Qingwei Zhang, Donggang Yao, Kavan Hazeli, Jack G. Zhou

MSEC 2012; 891-895doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7395

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Topics: Biocompatibility , Biodegradation , Magnesium (Metal) , Magnesium alloys , Orthopedics , Biomaterials , Alloys , Biological tissues , Bone , Density

In-Situ Characterization of MWCNTs Reinforced Epoxy Nanocomposite Under Mechanical Load

Xinnan Wang, Peng Cui, X. W. Tangpong

MSEC 2012; 897-906doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7397

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Topics: Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Multi-walled carbon nanotubes , Nanocomposites , Stress , Atomic force microscopy , Deformation , Elastic moduli , Mechanical properties

Estimating the Cohesive Zone Model Parameters for Carbon Nanotube–Polymer Interface Using Inverse Finite Element Approach

Lingyun Jiang, Chandra Nath, Johnson Samuel, Shiv G. Kapoor

MSEC 2012; 907-916doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7400

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Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Finite element analysis , Polymers

New Developments in Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Micro/Nano Metrology

Experimental Investigation of the Machinability of Epoxy Reinforced With Graphene Platelets

Ishank Arora, Johnson Samuel, Nikhil Koratkar

MSEC 2012; 917-926doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7204

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Topics: Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Graphene , Machinability , Platelets

Titanium Oxide Nanotubes Doped for Use in a Visible-Light Biophotofuel Cell

Evan Clark, Yong X. Gan, Chao Xue

MSEC 2012; 927-932doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7255

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Topics: Light , Nanotubes , Titanium , Visible spectrum , Absorption , Cobalt , Nickel , Nonmetallic materials , Anodes , Circuits

Nano Finishing of Brass Tubes by Using Mechanically Alloyed Magnetic Abrasives

Lakhvir Singh Sran, Sehijpal Singh Khangura, Amarjit Singh

MSEC 2012; 933-941doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7264

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Topics: Abrasives , Brass (Metal) , Finishing

Process Stability and Energy Efficiency of the Grinding Process of High Performance Materials

E. Uhlmann, F. Sammler, F. Heitmueller, L. Hochschild, C. Sammler

MSEC 2012; 943-950doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7297

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Topics: Ceramics , Energy efficiency , Grinding , Stability

Fabrication of Aluminum Composites With Patterned Silicon Carbide Reinforcement Architecture by Semi-Solid Processing

Can Zhu, Yufeng Wu, Gap-Yong Kim

MSEC 2012; 951-958doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7352

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Topics: Aluminum , Composite materials , Manufacturing , Silicon , Sprays , Aluminum alloys , Ductility , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Mechanical properties

Fabrication of Textured 3D Microstructures Using ‘Bulk Lithography’

Prasanna Gandhi, Kiran Bhole, Naresh Chaudhari

MSEC 2012; 959-964doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7357

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Topics: Manufacturing , Electromagnetic scattering , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Absorption , Texture (Materials) , Computer-aided design , Laser beams , Lasers , Light scattering

Deposition of Al-Doped Zinc Oxide by Direct Pulsed Laser Recrystallization at Room Temperature on Various Substrates for Solar Cell Applications

Martin Y. Zhang, Qiong Nian, Gary J. Cheng

MSEC 2012; 965-970doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7381

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Topics: Lasers , Recrystallization , Solar cells , Temperature , Thin films , Transparency

Micro and Nano Design and Fabrication of a Novel Artificial Photosynthesis Device

Xiang Ren, Qingwei Zhang, Ho-lung Li, Jack Zhou

MSEC 2012; 971-977doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7394

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Topics: Design , Manufacturing , Microchannels , Rapid prototyping , Solar chemistry

Mathematical Modeling of Cutting Forces in Micro-Drilling

Kumar Sambhav, Puneet Tandon, Shiv G. Kapoor, Sanjay G. Dhande

MSEC 2012; 979-985doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7399

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Topics: Cutting , Drilling , Modeling

Micropatterning of Porous Polymer Structures

Wei Zhang, Min Li, Chaosheng Wang, Jack G. Zhou, Donggang Yao

MSEC 2012; 987-993doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7408

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Topics: Annealing , Boundary-value problems , Embossing , Polymer melts , Polymers , Porous materials

A Microlens Array on Curved Substrates by 3D Micro Projection and Reflow Process

Hao Zhang, Lei Li, David L. McCray, Donggang Yao, Allen Y. Yi

MSEC 2012; 995-999doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7409

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Topics: Aluminum , Cylinders , Film thickness , Heating , Interferometers , Manufacturing , Particle spin , Photoresists , Rotation , Shapes

A Note on High Aspect-Ratio SU-8 Micromechanical Structures Using Mask-Less Direct Laser Writing

Siddharth Ghosh, G. K. Ananthasuresh

MSEC 2012; 1001-1007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7413

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Topics: Lasers

Sustainable Manufacturing

Research Advances in Green Energy Product

Ultrasonic-Vibration Assisted Pelleting for Cellulosic Biofuel Manufacturing: Investigation on Power Consumption With Design of Experiment

Qi Zhang, Pengfei Zhang, Z. J. Pei, Graham Pritchett, Meng Zhang, Xiaoxu Song, T. W. Deines

MSEC 2012; 1009-1015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7212

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Topics: Biofuel , Biomass , Design , Energy consumption , Manufacturing , Particle size , Pressure , Vibration

Effects of Water Soaking on Biomass Particle Size in Cellulosic Biofuel Manufacturing

Hera Wu, Pengfei Zhang, Qi Zhang, Z. J. Pei

MSEC 2012; 1017-1023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7227

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Topics: Biofuel , Biomass , Manufacturing , Particle size , Water , Ultraviolet radiation , Density , Particulate matter , Fuels , Petroleum

Sugar Yield Comparison of Wheat Straw Processed by Two Pelleting Methods for Cellulosic Biofuel Manufacturing

Qi Zhang, Pengfei Zhang, Meng Zhang, Xiaoxu Song, Z. J. Pei, Obair Siddiqui, Kangqi Fan

MSEC 2012; 1025-1031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7228

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Topics: Biofuel , Manufacturing , Biomass , Ultraviolet radiation , Transportation systems , Density , Energy consumption , Fuels , Petroleum , Temperature

Simulation-Based Energy Efficiency Improvement for Sustainable Manufacturing Systems

Lin Li, Zeyi Sun, Haoxiang Yang, Fangming Gu

MSEC 2012; 1033-1039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7242

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Topics: Energy efficiency , Manufacturing systems , Simulation , Sustainability , Machinery , Carbon , Energy consumption , Manufacturing industry , Polishing equipment

Performance Analysis and Optimization of Remanufacturing Systems With Stochastic Returns

Guoxian Xiao, Xiaoning Jin, Qing Chang, Stephan Biller, Jun Ni, S. Jack Hu

MSEC 2012; 1041-1047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7383

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Topics: Decision making , Manufacturing , Optimization , Stochastic processes , Tradeoffs

Sustainable Manufacturing Processes and Systems

Life Cycle Analysis of Diamond Coating of Machining Tools

Carlos Wilfong, Humberto Gomez, Delcie Durham

MSEC 2012; 1049-1056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7206

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Topics: Diamond films , Life cycle assessment , Machine tools , Carbon dioxide , Cutting tools , Carbon , Chemical processes , Coating processes , Computer software , Cutting

Ultrasonic-Vibration Assisted Pelleting for Cellulosic Ethanol Manufacturing: Effects of Particle Size and Moisture Content on Power Consumption

Qi Zhang, Pengfei Zhang, Graham Pritchett, Z. J. Pei, Meng Zhang, Xiaoxu Song, T. W. Deines

MSEC 2012; 1057-1064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7211

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Topics: Biomass , Energy consumption , Ethanol , Manufacturing , Particle size , Vibration

Synthesis of Manufacturing and Facility Data for Sustainability Analysis

John Michaloski, Goudong Shao, Frank Riddick, Swee Leong, Jonatan Berglund, Jorge Arinez, Stephan Biller

MSEC 2012; 1065-1075doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7294

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Topics: Manufacturing , Sand casting (Process) , Sustainability

Multi-Scale Friction Modeling for Manufacturing Processes: The Boundary Layer Regime

J. Hol, D. K. Karupannasamy, T. Meinders

MSEC 2012; 1077-1086doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7298

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Topics: Boundary layers , Friction , Manufacturing , Modeling

A Computer-Aided System for Sustainability Analysis for the Die-Casting Process

Princepal Singh, Jatinder Madan, Amrik Singh, Mahesh Mani

MSEC 2012; 1087-1096doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7303

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Die casting (Process) , Die castings (Product) , Sustainability

Discovering Material Recovery Scenarios for Industrial Machinery: A Case-Based Approach

William Z. Bernstein, Devarajan Ramanujan, Mikko Koho, Fu Zhao, Karthik Ramani

MSEC 2012; 1097-1104doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7306

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Topics: Machinery , Recycling , Algorithms , Decision making , Design , Drilling rigs , Energy recovery , Engineering design processes , Engineers , Logistics

Experimental Measurement of Nano-Particle Emissions From Atomic Layer Deposition

Jingwan Huo, Xiu Lin, Chris Yuan

MSEC 2012; 1105-1113doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7320

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Topics: Aerosols , Emissions , Mechanical admittance , Nanoparticles , Particulate matter

Microfracturing Ceramic Abrasive in Grinding

Jeffrey A. Badger

MSEC 2012; 1115-1123doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7324

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Topics: Ceramics , Grinding , Abrasives , Sharpening

Scheduling of Machine Startup and Shutdown to Reduce Energy Consumption in Bernoulli Production Lines

Guorong Chen, Liang Zhang, Jorge Arinez, Stephan Biller

MSEC 2012; 1125-1131doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/MSEC2012-7342

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Topics: Assembly lines , Energy consumption , Machinery , Manufacturing systems , Energy efficiency , Reliability , Cycles , Downtime , Manufacturing , Mass production