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ASME 2014 Conference on Smart Materials, Adaptive Structures and Intelligent Systems

September 8–10, 2014

Newport, Rhode Island, USA

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ISBN:

978-0-7918-4614-8

In This Volume

Development and Characterization of Multifunctional Materials (35)
Modeling, Simulation and Control of Adaptive Systems (44)
Structural Health Monitoring (14)
Keynote Presentation (1)

Volume 1: Development and Characterization of Multifunctional Materials; Modeling, Simulation and Control of Adaptive Systems; Structural Health Monitoring; Keynote Presentation

Development and Characterization of Multifunctional Materials

A Modified Microplane Model Using Transformation Surfaces to Consider Loading History on Phase Transition in Shape Memory Alloys

Milad Shirani, Reza Mehrabi, Masood Taheri Andani, Mahmoud Kadkhodaei, Mohammad Elahinia, Mohsen Taheri Andani

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A001https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7410

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Modified Microplane Model Using Transformation Surfaces to Consider Loading History on Phase Transition in Shape Memory Alloys

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Topics: Constitutive equations , Nickel titanium alloys , Phase transitions , Shape memory alloys

Ultra-Long Barium Titanate Nanowire Arrays for Low Frequency Energy Harvesting Applications

Aneesh Koka, Henry A. Sodano

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A002https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7426

Abstract

View Articletitled, Ultra-Long Barium Titanate Nanowire Arrays for Low Frequency Energy Harvesting Applications

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Topics: Energy harvesting , Nanowires , Nanoelectromechanical systems , Resonance , Vibration , Alternating current (Electricity) , Biomedicine , Deformation , Design , Electronics

Mechanical Behaviour of Magnetic Silly Putty: Viscoelastic and Magnetorheological Properties

Andrea Spaggiari, Nicola Golinelli, Eugenio Dragoni

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A003https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7438

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mechanical Behaviour of Magnetic Silly Putty: Viscoelastic and Magnetorheological Properties

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Topics: Mechanical behavior , Putties , Deformation , Shear (Mechanics) , Magnetic fields , Stress , Viscoelasticity , Compression , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

Recent Advances in Materials Development for Emerging SMA Applications

Alberto Coda, Andrea Cadelli, Francesco Butera

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A004https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7441

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View Articletitled, Recent Advances in Materials Development for Emerging SMA Applications

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Topics: Accounting , Actuators , Aerospace industry , Biomedicine , Casting , Damping , Deformation , Diffusion (Physics) , Diluents , Electromagnetic actuators

Algorithms for Rapid Development of Inherently-Manufacturable Laminate Devices

Daniel M. Aukes, Robert J. Wood

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A005https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7442

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View Articletitled, Algorithms for Rapid Development of Inherently-Manufacturable Laminate Devices

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Topics: Algorithms , Laminates , Manufacturing , Composite materials , Microelectromechanical systems , Circuits , Design , Electromechanical devices , Kinematics

Visualization of Particle-Toughening Mechanism in Transparent Polyurethanes

Mohammad H. Malakooti, Patrick L. Anderson, Henry A. Sodano

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A006https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7450

Abstract

View Articletitled, Visualization of Particle-Toughening Mechanism in Transparent Polyurethanes

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Topics: Particulate matter , Transparency , Urethane elastomers , Visualization , Polymers , Brittle fracture , Brittleness , Deformation , Failure , Fracture (Materials)

Vibration Damping Enhancement in Hybrid Carbon Fiber Composites With Zinc Oxide Nanowire Interphase

Mohammad H. Malakooti, Hyun-Sik Hwang, Henry A. Sodano

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A007https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7451

Abstract

View Articletitled, Vibration Damping Enhancement in Hybrid Carbon Fiber Composites With Zinc Oxide Nanowire Interphase

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Topics: Carbon fibers , Composite materials , Damping , Nanowires , Vibration , Carbon , Textiles , Mechanical properties , Polymers , Stress

Synthesis and Characterization of a Bio-Compatible Shape Memory Polymer Blend for Biomedical and Clinical Applications

Janice J. Song, Jennifer Kowalski, Hani E. Naguib

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A008https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7452

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View Articletitled, Synthesis and Characterization of a Bio-Compatible Shape Memory Polymer Blend for Biomedical and Clinical Applications

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Topics: Biocompatibility , Biomedicine , Shape memory polymers , Shapes , Polymers , Temperature , Fracture toughness , Mechanical properties , Tensile strength , Thermomechanics

Characterization of Creases in Polymers for Adaptive Origami Structures

Andrew C. Abbott, Philip R. Buskohl, James J. Joo, Gregory W. Reich, Richard A. Vaia

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A009https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7480

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View Articletitled, Characterization of Creases in Polymers for Adaptive Origami Structures

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Topics: Polymers , Deformation , Chemistry , Design , Engineering systems and industry applications , Euler-Bernoulli beam theory , Failure mechanisms , Geometry , Polymer films , Tensile deformation

Open Shape Morphing Honeycombs Through Kirigami

Robin M. Neville, Alberto Pirrera, Fabrizio Scarpa

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A010https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7489

Abstract

View Articletitled, Open Shape Morphing Honeycombs Through Kirigami

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Topics: Honeycomb structures , Shapes , Cutting , Density , Manufacturing

Inverse Design of LCN Films for Origami Applications Using Topology Optimization

Kazuko Fuchi, Philip R. Buskohl, Taylor Ware, Richard A. Vaia, Timothy J. White, Gregory W. Reich, James J. Joo

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A011https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7497

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View Articletitled, Inverse Design of LCN Films for Origami Applications Using Topology Optimization

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Topology , Deformation , Errors , Hinges , Liquid crystalline polymers , Manufacturing , Shapes , Smart materials

Embedded Catalytic Healing Agents for the Repair of Fibre-Reinforced Composites

Daniel Everitt, Richard Trask, Duncan Wass, Ian Bond

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A012https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7504

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View Articletitled, Embedded Catalytic Healing Agents for the Repair of Fibre-Reinforced Composites

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Topics: Fiber reinforced composites , Maintenance , Composite materials , Damage , Fiber reinforced plastics , Hardening (Curing) , Cantilever beams , Catalysts , Epoxy resins , Failure

Effects of Piezoceramic Actuator in Quasistatic Use

Johannes Riemenschneider, Oliver Huxdorf, Steffen Opitz

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A013https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7509

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View Articletitled, Effects of Piezoceramic Actuator in Quasistatic Use

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Topics: Actuators , Piezoelectric ceramics , Blades , Displacement , Acoustics , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Flight , Rotors , Smart structures , Transfer functions

Probing Multiferroic Heterostructures of BiFeO₃-LiMn₂O₄ Using Magnetic, Piezoelectric and Piezomagnetic Force Microscopies

Ahmadreza Eshghinejad, Wen-I Liang, Qian Nataly Chen, Feiyue Ma, Ying-Hao Chu, Jiangyu Li

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A014https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7513

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View Articletitled, Probing Multiferroic Heterostructures of BiFeO3-LiMn2O4 Using Magnetic, Piezoelectric and Piezomagnetic Force Microscopies

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Topics: Geometry , Magnetic fields , Microscopy , Nanoscale phenomena , Probes

Design and Optimization of an SMA-Based Self-Folding Structural Sheet With Sparse Insulating Layers

Edwin A. Peraza Hernandez, Darren J. Hartl, Andreas Kotz, Richard J. Malak, Jr

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A015https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7540

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View Articletitled, Design and Optimization of an SMA-Based Self-Folding Structural Sheet With Sparse Insulating Layers

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Finite element analysis , Heat transfer , Origami-inspired design , Robotics , Shape memory alloys , Storage , Wire , Wire mesh

Experimental Analysis of Self-Folding SMA-Based Sheet Design for Simulation Validation

Aaron C. Powledge, Darren J. Hartl, Richard J. Malak

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A016https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7546

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View Articletitled, Experimental Analysis of Self-Folding SMA-Based Sheet Design for Simulation Validation

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Topics: Design , Experimental analysis , Simulation , Finite element analysis , Deformation , Temperature , Engineering design , Heating , Laminates , Origami-inspired design

Shape Memory Alloy Cables for Civil Infrastructure Systems

Sherif Daghash, Osman E. Ozbulut, Muhammad M. Sherif

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A017https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7562

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View Articletitled, Shape Memory Alloy Cables for Civil Infrastructure Systems

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Topics: Cables , Shape memory alloys , Civil engineering , Wire , Mechanical properties , Advanced materials , Aerospace industry , Biomedicine , Corrosion , Deformation

Carbon Nanotube Strain Measurements via Tensile Testing

Sebastian M. Geier, Peter Wierach, Thorsten Mahrholz, Michael Sinapius

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A018https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7572

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View Articletitled, Carbon Nanotube Strain Measurements via Tensile Testing

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Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Strain measurement , Tensile testing , Carbon , Smart materials , Active materials , Architecture , Density , Electrolytes , Elongation

Fabrication and Performance of Magneto-Active Elastomer Composite Structures

Paris von Lockette

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A019https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7590

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View Articletitled, Fabrication and Performance of Magneto-Active Elastomer Composite Structures

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Topics: Composite materials , Elastomers , Manufacturing , Magnetization , Magnets , Magnetic fields , Shapes , Active materials , Actuators , Adaptive structures

Sensing Interfacial Damage Initiation, Evolution and Accumulation in Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Nanocomposites Under Cyclic Loading: A Computational Micromechanics Approach

Adarsh K. Chaurasia, Gary D. Seidel

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A020https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7592

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View Articletitled, Sensing Interfacial Damage Initiation, Evolution and Accumulation in Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Nanocomposites Under Cyclic Loading: A Computational Micromechanics Approach

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Topics: Carbon , Damage , Micromechanics (Engineering) , Nanocomposites , Nanotubes , Polymers , Carbon nanotubes , Electrons , Separation (Technology) , Current density

Experimental Characterization of Strain and Damage Evolution in Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Nanocomposites

Engin Cem Sengezer, Gary D. Seidel

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A021https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7612

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View Articletitled, Experimental Characterization of Strain and Damage Evolution in Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Nanocomposites

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Topics: Carbon , Damage , Experimental characterization , Nanocomposites , Nanotubes , Polymers , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Structural health monitoring

Thermal Ageing Mitigation of FRP Composites Using Vascular Networks

Katarzyna Boba, Ian Bond, Richard Trask

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A022https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7615

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View Articletitled, Thermal Ageing Mitigation of FRP Composites Using Vascular Networks

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Topics: Composite materials , Fiber reinforced plastics , Temperature , Cooling , Fibers , Testing , Cantilever beams , Carbon , Damage , Epoxy adhesives

Micro-Structural Model of Magneto-Rheological Composites With Magnetically Induced Stress for Harmonic Shear Deformation

Yotsugi Shibuya, Hiroshi Nasuno, Katsuaki Sunakoda

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A023https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7625

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View Articletitled, Micro-Structural Model of Magneto-Rheological Composites With Magnetically Induced Stress for Harmonic Shear Deformation

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Topics: Composite materials , Rheology , Shear deformation , Stress , Magnetic fields , Magnetic particles , Damping , Deformation , Dynamic response , Finite element methods

Novel Self-Healing Systems: Expanding and Inhibited Healing Agents

S. I. Rae, I. P. Bond, R. S. Trask, D. F. Wass

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A024https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7637

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View Articletitled, Novel Self-Healing Systems: Expanding and Inhibited Healing Agents

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Topics: Carbon fibers , Catalysts , Composite materials , Damage , Delamination , Embedded systems , Epoxy resins , Polymer foams , Polymers , Resins

Crack-Curing of Concrete Beams Using Cold-Drawn SMA Reinforcing Fibers

Eunsoo Choi, Dong Joo Kim, Young-Soo Chung, Chungsung Jung

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A025https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7646

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View Articletitled, Crack-Curing of Concrete Beams Using Cold-Drawn SMA Reinforcing Fibers

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Topics: Concrete beams , Fibers , Fracture (Materials) , Hardening (Curing) , Bone , Stress , Wire , Cements (Adhesives) , Composite materials , Cracking (Materials)

An Investigation of Effective Process Parameters on Phase Transformation Temperature of Nitinol Manufactured by Selective Laser Melting

Mohsen Taheri Andani, Christoph Haberland, Jason Walker, Mohammad Elahinia

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A026https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7649

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View Articletitled, An Investigation of Effective Process Parameters on Phase Transformation Temperature of Nitinol Manufactured by Selective Laser Melting

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Topics: Lasers , Melting , Nickel titanium alloys , Phase transitions , Temperature , Additive manufacturing , Manufacturing , Materials processing , Shapes , Thermomechanics

Properties of Cement-Sand Based Piezoelectric Composites

Ping Zhao, Sunjung Kim, Joel Braden, Conner Abens, Brian Hinderliter

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A027https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7661

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View Articletitled, Properties of Cement-Sand Based Piezoelectric Composites

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Topics: Cements (Adhesives) , Composite materials , Sands , Structural health monitoring , Piezoelectricity , Reinforced concrete

Microvascular Composites for Thermal Management

Konstantine A. Fetfatsidis, Amanda Dropkin, Paul Dahlstrand, Christopher Hansen, Richard Poillucci, Brad Olson

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A028https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7681

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View Articletitled, Microvascular Composites for Thermal Management

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Topics: Composite materials , Thermal management , Heat exchangers , Aircraft , Mechanical properties , Aerospace industry , Carbon , Carbon composites , Fibers , Flow (Dynamics)

Experimental Investigations on Viscoelastic Properties of a Shape Memory Polymer

Pauline Butaud, Morvan Ouisse, Vincent Placet, Emmanuel Foltête

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A029https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7686

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View Articletitled, Experimental Investigations on Viscoelastic Properties of a Shape Memory Polymer

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Topics: Shape memory polymers , Viscoelasticity , Temperature , Modal analysis , Poisson ratio , Resonance , Shapes , Smart materials , Thermomechanics

Effect of Processing Conditions on the Microstructure and Electromechanical Response of PVDF TrFE CTFE Terpolymers

Nirmal Shankar Sigamani, Saad Ahmed, Zoubeida Ounaies

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A030https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7696

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View Articletitled, Effect of Processing Conditions on the Microstructure and Electromechanical Response of PVDF TrFE CTFE Terpolymers

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Topics: Annealing , Enthalpy , Melting , Polymers

The Experimental Validation of Pseudoelastic Shape Memory Sheet Elements in Tooling Applications

Ralf Theiß, Tobias Nürnberg, Alexander Czechowicz

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A031https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7701

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View Articletitled, The Experimental Validation of Pseudoelastic Shape Memory Sheet Elements in Tooling Applications

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Topics: Shapes , Tooling , Damping , Springs , Deformation , Machine tools , Stress , Alloys , Computer programming , Cycles

Modeling Magneto-Active Elastomer Composites Using the Finite Element Method

Robert Sheridan, Carrie Tedesco, Paris von Lockette, Mary Frecker

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A032https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7705

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View Articletitled, Modeling Magneto-Active Elastomer Composites Using the Finite Element Method

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Topics: Composite materials , Elastomers , Finite element methods , Modeling , Magnetic fields , Particulate matter , Magnetization , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Boundary-value problems , Deformation

Flexible Multiwall Carbon Nano-Tubes/Conductive Polymer Composite Electrode for Supercapacitor Applications

Ka Yeung Terence Lee, Hani Naguib, Keryn Lian

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A033https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7735

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View Articletitled, Flexible Multiwall Carbon Nano-Tubes/Conductive Polymer Composite Electrode for Supercapacitor Applications

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Topics: Carbon , Electrodes , Nanotubes , Polymer composites , Ultracapacitors , Multi-walled carbon nanotubes , Composite materials , Polymerization , Polymers , Energy storage

Cantilever Beam Metamaterial Structure With Periodic Piezoelectric Arrays With High-Order Resonant Circuit Shunts for Vibration Control

Wanlu Zhou, You Wu, Lei Zuo

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A034https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7751

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View Articletitled, Cantilever Beam Metamaterial Structure With Periodic Piezoelectric Arrays With High-Order Resonant Circuit Shunts for Vibration Control

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Topics: Cantilever beams , Circuits , Metamaterials , Resonance , Vibration control , Vibration , Capacitance , Design , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis

Measurement of the Second Order Elastic Constants of Langasite Crystals

John A. Kosinski, Haifeng Zhang, Yuanye Bao

SMASIS 2014; V001T01A035https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7752

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View Articletitled, Measurement of the Second Order Elastic Constants of Langasite Crystals

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Topics: Crystals , Elastic constants , Waves , Acoustics , Temperature , Flight , Shear (Mechanics) , Stability , Transducers , Ultrasonic transducers

Modeling, Simulation and Control of Adaptive Systems

Modelling and Validation of a Rotary Motor Combining Shape Memory Wires and Overrunning Clutches

Giovanni Scirè Mammano, Eugenio Dragoni

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A001https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7406

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View Articletitled, Modelling and Validation of a Rotary Motor Combining Shape Memory Wires and Overrunning Clutches

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Topics: Engines , Modeling , Motors , Shapes , Wire , Brakes , Conceptual design , Engineering prototypes , Experimental characterization , Friction

Reciprocity of Linear Systems With Smart Materials Utilized for Precise Measurement Techniques

Uwe Marschner, Günther Pfeifer, Eric Starke

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A002https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7418

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View Articletitled, Reciprocity of Linear Systems With Smart Materials Utilized for Precise Measurement Techniques

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Topics: Linear systems , Metrology , Smart materials , Transducers , Waves

Determination of Angular Position in a Shape Memory Alloy Based Rotary Manipulator Using an Artificial Neural Network

Pavanesh Narayanan, Mohammad Elahinia

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A003https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7421

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View Articletitled, Determination of Angular Position in a Shape Memory Alloy Based Rotary Manipulator Using an Artificial Neural Network

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Manipulators , Shape memory alloys , Temperature , Actuators , Deformation , Heating , Shapes , Stress , Degrees of freedom

Shape Memory Polymers: Energy Method Superposition Constitutive Modeling

Olaniyi A. Balogun, Changki Mo

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A004https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7430

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View Articletitled, Shape Memory Polymers: Energy Method Superposition Constitutive Modeling

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Topics: Modeling , Shape memory polymers , Temperature , Constitutive equations , Deformation , Shape memory effects , Shapes , Storage , Thermomechanics , Energy budget (Physics)

Vibration Control of a New Bed Stage System for Ambulance Using MR Dampers

Hee-Dong Chae, Seung-bok Choi, Jong-Seok Oh

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A005https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7433

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View Articletitled, Vibration Control of a New Bed Stage System for Ambulance Using MR Dampers

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Topics: Dampers , Vibration control , Vibration , Vehicles , Computer simulation , Control equipment , Damage , Design , Emergencies , Rheology

Design and Control of Semi-Active Railway Vehicle Suspension Featuring MR Damper

Jong-Seok Oh, Hwan-Choong Kim, Seung-bok Choi

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A006https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7434

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View Articletitled, Design and Control of Semi-Active Railway Vehicle Suspension Featuring MR Damper

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Topics: Dampers , Design , Railway vehicles , Vibration , Control equipment , Damping , Railroad passenger cars , Suspension systems , Wheelsets , Yaw

Modeling of Single Crystal Magnetostriction Based on Numerical Energy Relaxation Techniques

Björn Kiefer, Karsten Buckmann, Thorsten Bartel, Andreas Menzel

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A007https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7436

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View Articletitled, Modeling of Single Crystal Magnetostriction Based on Numerical Energy Relaxation Techniques

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Topics: Crystals , Magnetostriction , Modeling , Relaxation (Physics) , Magnetic fields , Magnetization , Stress , Anisotropy , Engineering simulation , Model development

Structural Optimization and Form-Finding of Cylindrical Shells for Targeted Elastic Postbuckling Response

Nan Hu, Rigoberto Burgueño, Nizar Lajnef

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A008https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7446

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View Articletitled, Structural Optimization and Form-Finding of Cylindrical Shells for Targeted Elastic Postbuckling Response

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Topics: Pipes , Structural optimization , Design , Shapes , Finite element analysis , Optimization , Algorithms , Compression , Displacement , Eigenvalues

Design and Evaluation of a Haptic Keypad System for Realistic Touch Interaction

Semin Ryu, Jeong-Hoi Koo, Tae-Heon Yang, Dongbum Pyo, Ki-Uk Kyung, Dong-Soo Kwon

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A009https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7461

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View Articletitled, Design and Evaluation of a Haptic Keypad System for Realistic Touch Interaction

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Topics: Design , Haptics , Actuators , Engineering prototypes , Rendering , Virtual reality , Computer software , Control equipment , Fluids , Force feedback

Simulation of Mechanical Behavior of NiTi Shape Memory Alloys Under Complex Loading: Model Formulation and its Performance in Applications

Petr Sedlák, Miroslav Frost, Alena Kruisová, Petr Šittner, Luděk Heller

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A010https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7465

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View Articletitled, Simulation of Mechanical Behavior of NiTi Shape Memory Alloys Under Complex Loading: Model Formulation and its Performance in Applications

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Topics: Actuators , Anisotropy , Compression , Computer simulation , Constitutive equations , Deformation , Density , Design , Manufacturing , Mechanical behavior

MRE-Based Adaptive-Tuned Dynamic Absorber With Self-Sensing Function for Vibration Control of Structures

Toshihiko Komatsuzaki, Toshio Inoue, Yoshio Iwata

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A011https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7468

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View Articletitled, MRE-Based Adaptive-Tuned Dynamic Absorber With Self-Sensing Function for Vibration Control of Structures

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Topics: Vibration control , Elastomers , Sensors , Rheology , Accelerometers , Composite materials , Damping , Displacement , Electrical resistance , Magnetic fields

Design of a Mouse-Type Combined Haptic Device for Cutaneous, Thermal and Kinaesthetic Sensations

Tae-Heon Yang, Yu-Joon Kim, Yon-Kyu Park, Jeong-Hoi Koo, Sang-Youn Kim

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A012https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7476

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View Articletitled, Design of a Mouse-Type Combined Haptic Device for Cutaneous, Thermal and Kinaesthetic Sensations

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Topics: Design , Haptics , Vibration , Generators , Actuators , Computers , Cooling , Fluids , Printed circuit boards , Shapes

Experimental Characterization of a Circular Diaphragm Dielectric Elastomer Generator

Michele Righi, Rocco Vertechy, Marco Fontana

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A013https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7481

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View Articletitled, Experimental Characterization of a Circular Diaphragm Dielectric Elastomer Generator

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Topics: Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Elastomers , Experimental characterization , Generators , Carbon , Dynamic response , Electrodes , Membranes , Transducers

Hybrid Torsional Vibration Damper Incorporating Conventional Centrifugal Pendulum Vibration Absorber and Magnetorheological Damper

Ehab Abouobaia, Rama Bhat, Ramin Sedaghati

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A014https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7482

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View Articletitled, Hybrid Torsional Vibration Damper Incorporating Conventional Centrifugal Pendulum Vibration Absorber and Magnetorheological Damper

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Topics: Dampers , Pendulums , Vibration absorbers , Vibration dampers , Rotors , Vibration , Excitation , Torque

Static Design of a Selective Compliance Morphing Wing Profile Based on Integrated Variable Stiffness Bi-Stable Components

Izabela K. Kuder, Andres F. Arrieta, Mathias Rist, Paolo Ermanni

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A015https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7493

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View Articletitled, Static Design of a Selective Compliance Morphing Wing Profile Based on Integrated Variable Stiffness Bi-Stable Components

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Topics: Design , Stiffness , Wings , Laminates , Airfoils , Anisotropy , Composite materials , Equilibrium (Physics) , Manufacturing , Shapes

Adaptive Individual Blade Pitch Control to Reduce Platform Pitch Motion of a Floating Offshore Wind Turbine: Preliminary Study

Kaman Thapa Magar, Mark J. Balas

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A016https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7520

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View Articletitled, Adaptive Individual Blade Pitch Control to Reduce Platform Pitch Motion of a Floating Offshore Wind Turbine: Preliminary Study

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Topics: Blades , Offshore wind turbines , Control equipment , Signals , Damping , Displacement , Generators

Travelling Wave Phenomenon Through a Piezoelectric Actuation on a Free-Free Beam

V. V. N. Sriram Malladi, Dragan Avirovik, Shashank Priya, Pablo A. Tarazaga

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A017https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7529

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View Articletitled, Travelling Wave Phenomenon Through a Piezoelectric Actuation on a Free-Free Beam

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Topics: Traveling waves , Waves , Boundary-value problems , Brass (Metal) , Distributed parameter models , Excitation , Oscillations , System dynamics , Theoretical analysis , Wave propagation

Self-Powered Active Control for an Aeroelastic Plate-Like Wing Using Piezoelectric Material

Tarcisio M. P. Silva, Carlos De Marqui Junior

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A018https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7539

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View Articletitled, Self-Powered Active Control for an Aeroelastic Plate-Like Wing Using Piezoelectric Material

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Topics: Piezoelectric materials , Wings , Circuits , Control equipment , Oscillations , Actuators , Energy conversion , Excitation , Flutter (Aerodynamics) , Piezoelectricity

Dynamic Characterization of a Partially Treated MR Based Sandwich Plate: Finite Element Modeling and Experimental Study

Mehdi Eshaghi, Ramin Sedaghati, Subhash Rakheja

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A019https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7543

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Characterization of a Partially Treated MR Based Sandwich Plate: Finite Element Modeling and Experimental Study

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Modeling , Fluids , Magnetic fields , Aluminum , Deformation , Equations of motion , Excitation , Finite element model , Shear (Mechanics)

Modeling of a Heaving Buoy Wave Energy Converter With Stacked Dielectric Elastomer Generator

Giacomo Moretti, Marco Fontana, Rocco Vertechy

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A020https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7565

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling of a Heaving Buoy Wave Energy Converter With Stacked Dielectric Elastomer Generator

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Topics: Buoys , Elastomers , Generators , Modeling , Wave energy converters , Waves , Architecture , Climate , Design , Dimensions

Surface Synthetic Jet Actuators for Flow Control Applications in Internal Combustion Engines

Paul Gilmore, Vishnu Baba Sundaresan

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A021https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7579

Abstract

View Articletitled, Surface Synthetic Jet Actuators for Flow Control Applications in Internal Combustion Engines

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Topics: Actuators , Flow control , Internal combustion engines , Jets , Motion control , Valves , Design , Engines , Optimization , Air flow

A Novel Tubular Thin-Wall IPMC Sensor Capable of Two-Dimensional Sensing: Fabrication, Characterization and Modeling

Hong Lei, Xiaobo Tan

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A022https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7594

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Novel Tubular Thin-Wall IPMC Sensor Capable of Two-Dimensional Sensing: Fabrication, Characterization and Modeling

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Topics: Manufacturing , Modeling , Sensors , Thin wall structures , Electrodes , Circuits , Composite materials , Deflection , Displacement , Flow (Dynamics)

Model Development for Dynamic Energy Conversion in Post-Buckled Multi-Stable Slender Columns

Wassim Borchani, Nizar Lajnef, Rigoberto Burgueño

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A023https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7595

Abstract

View Articletitled, Model Development for Dynamic Energy Conversion in Post-Buckled Multi-Stable Slender Columns

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Topics: Buckling , Compression , Deflection , Deformation , Energy conversion , Energy harvesting , Equilibrium (Physics) , Excitation , Model development , Piezoelectric transducers

Time Integration and Assessment of a Model for Shape Memory Alloys Considering Multiaxial Nonproportional Loading Cases

Wael Zaki, Xiaojun Gu, Claire Morin, Ziad Moumni, Weihong Zhang

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A024https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7599

Abstract

View Articletitled, Time Integration and Assessment of a Model for Shape Memory Alloys Considering Multiaxial Nonproportional Loading Cases

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Topics: Shape memory alloys , Algorithms , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Computer simulation , Finite element analysis , Phase transitions

Thermoacoustic Modeling of a Graphene-Based Actuator

Jonghoon Bin, William S. Oates, Kunihiko Taira

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A025https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7600

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermoacoustic Modeling of a Graphene-Based Actuator

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Topics: Actuators , Graphene , Modeling , Temperature , Acoustics , Dimensions , Pressure , Algorithms , Boundary-value problems , Chain

Feedback Control Applied to Finite Element Models of Morphing Structures

Christopher Bertagne, Peyman Moghadas, Richard Malak, Darren Hartl

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A026https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7601

Abstract

View Articletitled, Feedback Control Applied to Finite Element Models of Morphing Structures

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Topics: Feedback , Finite element model , Control equipment , Finite element analysis , Architecture , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Stress , Tradeoffs

An Experimental Assessment of the Thermo-Elastic Response in Acrylic Elastomers and Natural Rubbers for Application on Electroactive Polymer Transducers

Giovanni Berselli, Rocco Vertechy, Marco Fontana, Marcello Pellicciari

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A027https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7604

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Experimental Assessment of the Thermo-Elastic Response in Acrylic Elastomers and Natural Rubbers for Application on Electroactive Polymer Transducers

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Topics: Conducting polymers , Elastomers , Natural rubber , Thermoelasticity , Transducers , Databases , Temperature , Active materials , Actuators , Dielectric materials

Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Logic Control of NM70 Shape Memory Actuator

Ireneusz Dominik

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A028https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7606

Abstract

View Articletitled, Interval Type-2 Fuzzy Logic Control of NM70 Shape Memory Actuator

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Topics: Actuators , Fuzzy logic , Shapes , Control equipment , Algorithms , Shape memory alloys , Uncertainty

A Combined Modal-Wave Based Control of Membranes Using Irrational Transfer Functions

Lea Sirota, Yoram Halevi

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A029https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7628

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Combined Modal-Wave Based Control of Membranes Using Irrational Transfer Functions

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Topics: Membranes , Transfer functions , Waves , Algorithms , Approximation , Control algorithms , Control equipment , Reflection , Traveling waves , Wave motion

A Modeling of Fe-Ga Magnetostrictive Shunt Damper

JinHyoeng Yoo

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A030https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7641

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Modeling of Fe-Ga Magnetostrictive Shunt Damper

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Topics: Alloys , Brass (Metal) , Cantilever beams , Capacitance , Circuits , Dampers , Damping , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Eddy currents (Electricity) , Electrical components

Enhancement of Bone Implants by Substituting Nitinol for Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V): A Modeling Comparison

Narges Shayesteh Moghaddam, Mohammad Elahinia, Michael Miller, David Dean

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A031https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7648

Abstract

View Articletitled, Enhancement of Bone Implants by Substituting Nitinol for Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V): A Modeling Comparison

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Topics: Bone , Modeling , Nickel titanium alloys , Titanium , Stress , Stiffness , Surgery , Biocompatibility , Density , Finite element analysis

Modeling and Validation of Additively Manufactured Porous Nitinol Implants

Rasool Rahmanian, Mohsen Taheri Andani, Jason Walker, Christoph Habeland, Mohammad Elahinia, David Dean, Michael Miller

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A032https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7653

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling and Validation of Additively Manufactured Porous Nitinol Implants

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Modeling , Nickel titanium alloys , Bone , Stiffness , Manufacturing , Porosity , Simulation , Stability , Stress

Self-Propelled Swimming Simulations of Self-Assembling Smart Boxes

Mohsen Daghooghi, Iman Borazjani, M. Amin Karami, Ehsan Tarkesh Esfahani

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A033https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7654

Abstract

View Articletitled, Self-Propelled Swimming Simulations of Self-Assembling Smart Boxes

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Self-assembly , Simulation , Robots , Wavelength , Kinematics , Bridges (Structures) , Composite materials , Construction , Fibers

Thermal-Mechanical ICN-SMG Gels for Smart Devices

Jin Gong, M. Hasnat Kabir, Hidemitsu Furukawa

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A034https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7667

Abstract

View Articletitled, Thermal-Mechanical ICN-SMG Gels for Smart Devices

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Topics: Biomaterials , Biomedicine , Chain , Ductility , Elongation , High temperature , Low temperature , Mechanical properties , Shape memory properties , Shapes

Modeling and Experiment of a Flexible Module Actuated by Shape Memory Alloy Wire

A. Hadi, M. Qasemi, M. Elahinia, N. S. Moghaddam

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A035https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7682

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Experiment of a Flexible Module Actuated by Shape Memory Alloy Wire

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Topics: Modeling , Shape memory alloys , Wire , Springs , Manipulators , Simulation , Deformation , Deflection , Design , Displacement

Dynamic Characteristics Analysis of a Silicon Pressure Sensor Using Network Methods

Markus Hessinger, Roland Werthschützky

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A036https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7688

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Characteristics Analysis of a Silicon Pressure Sensor Using Network Methods

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Topics: Pressure sensors , Silicon , Acoustics , Pressure , Sensors , Electromechanical systems , Transfer functions , Canals , Circuits , Design

Experimental and Theoretical Investigation of the Giant MR-Effect

Christian Hegger, Jürgen Maas

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A037https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7691

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View Articletitled, Experimental and Theoretical Investigation of the Giant MR-Effect

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Topics: Actuators , Compression , Magnetic fields , Magnetic fluids , Modeling , Particulate matter , Rheology , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear rate , Tribology

Modelling of Piezoceramic Patches for Actuator Placement Strategies

Michael Rose

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A038https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7697

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modelling of Piezoceramic Patches for Actuator Placement Strategies

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Topics: Actuators , Modeling , Piezoelectric ceramics , Finite element model , Simulation , Chain , Shapes , Smart structures , Stiffness , Structural dynamics

Shape Memory Polymers: Viscoelastic Thermomechanical Constitutive Modeling

Olaniyi A. Balogun, Changki Mo

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A039https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7700

Abstract

View Articletitled, Shape Memory Polymers: Viscoelastic Thermomechanical Constitutive Modeling

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Topics: Modeling , Shape memory polymers , Thermomechanics , Storage , Temperature , Constitutive equations , Deformation , Shapes , High temperature materials , Low temperature

Fast and Globally Convergent Nonlinear System Model for 3D Magnetostrictive Systems

Hafez Tari, Marcelo J. Dapino

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A040https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7714

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fast and Globally Convergent Nonlinear System Model for 3D Magnetostrictive Systems

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Error functions , Finite element analysis , Jacobian matrices , Magnetic fields , Magnetic induction , Magnetomechanical effects , Magnetostrictive devices , Nonlinear systems

Model Calibration for Beam Models in the Presence of Model Discrepancy

Allison L. Lewis, Jerry A. McMahan, Jr., Ralph C. Smith

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A041https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7722

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View Articletitled, Model Calibration for Beam Models in the Presence of Model Discrepancy

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Topics: Aerospace industry , Biomedicine , Calibration , Cantilever beams , Creep , Energy harvesting , Parameter estimation , Shape memory alloys , Uncertainty

Phenomenological Models of Solid State Actuators for Network Based System Modelling

Johannes Ziske, Fabian Ehle, Holger Neubert

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A042https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7731

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View Articletitled, Phenomenological Models of Solid State Actuators for Network Based System Modelling

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Topics: Actuators , Modeling , Design , Optimization , Shape memory alloys , Compressive stress , Finite element model , Magnetic fields , Magnetic induction , Network models

A New Method for Coupling Transient Network Models and Stationary Finite-Element Models

Johannes Ziske, Holger Neubert

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A043https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7732

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View Articletitled, A New Method for Coupling Transient Network Models and Stationary Finite-Element Models

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Topics: Finite element model , Network models , Transients (Dynamics) , Simulation , Computation , Electromagnetic actuators , Finite element analysis , Flow (Dynamics)

Behavioral and Network Modeling for Efficient Design of Adaptive Systems

Peter Schneider, Andreas Köhler, Sven Reitz, Roland Jancke

SMASIS 2014; V001T03A044https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7733

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View Articletitled, Behavioral and Network Modeling for Efficient Design of Adaptive Systems

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Algorithms , Construction , Control algorithms , Cycles , Data acquisition , Engineering simulation , Network models , Process control

Structural Health Monitoring

Damage Sensitivity and Multiple Damage Detection in Glass Fiber/Epoxy Laminates With Carbon Black Filler via Electrical Impedance Tomography

T. N. Tallman, K. W. Wang

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A001https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7403

Abstract

View Articletitled, Damage Sensitivity and Multiple Damage Detection in Glass Fiber/Epoxy Laminates With Carbon Black Filler via Electrical Impedance Tomography

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Topics: Carbon black pigments , Damage , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Fillers (Materials) , Glass fibers , Impedance (Electricity) , Laminates , Electrical conductivity , Extended irreversible thermodynamics

Structural Health Monitoring of Truss Type Structures Using Statistical Approach

Mahdi Saffari, Ramin Sedaghati, Ion Stiharu

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A002https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7486

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View Articletitled, Structural Health Monitoring of Truss Type Structures Using Statistical Approach

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Topics: Structural health monitoring , Trusses (Building) , Support vector machines , Damage , Signals , Sensors , Finite element methods , Fracture (Materials) , Random excitation , Sensitivity analysis

Modeling and Experimentation of Thickness Mode E/M Impedance and Rayleigh Wave Propagation for Piezoelectric Wafer Active Sensors on Thick Plates

Tuncay Kamas, Victor Giurgiutiu, Bin Lin

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A003https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7571

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View Articletitled, Modeling and Experimentation of Thickness Mode E/M Impedance and Rayleigh Wave Propagation for Piezoelectric Wafer Active Sensors on Thick Plates

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Topics: Modeling , Plates (structures) , Rayleigh waves , Semiconductor wafers , Sensors , Waves , Elastic plates , Experimental analysis , Inspection , Nondestructive evaluation

Piezo-Optical Active Sensing With PWAS and FBG Sensors for Structural Health Monitoring

Bin Lin, Victor Giurgiutiu

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A004https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7581

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View Articletitled, Piezo-Optical Active Sensing With PWAS and FBG Sensors for Structural Health Monitoring

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Topics: Fiber Bragg gratings , Sensors , Structural health monitoring , Calibration , Composite materials , Damage , Design , Echoes , Electromagnetic interference , Energy transformation

Local Triads of Sensors to Mine Collocated Acceleration for Structural Health Monitoring of an Aluminum Beam With Bolted Joints

Ioannis T. Georgiou

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A005https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7597

Abstract

View Articletitled, Local Triads of Sensors to Mine Collocated Acceleration for Structural Health Monitoring of an Aluminum Beam With Bolted Joints

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Topics: Aluminum , Bolted joints , Sensors , Structural health monitoring , Aluminum alloys , Signals , Damage , Vibration , Aerospace industry , Bearings

Design and Validation of Acceleration Measurement Using the Martlet Wireless Sensing System

Xinjun Dong, Dapeng Zhu, Yang Wang, Jerome P. Lynch, R. Andrew Swartz

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A006https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7611

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View Articletitled, Design and Validation of Acceleration Measurement Using the Martlet Wireless Sensing System

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Topics: Design , Sensors , Accelerometers , Signals , Wings , Microelectromechanical systems , Aluminum , Cables , Clocks , Computation

Adaptive Damage Detection Using Tunable Piezoelectric Admittance Sensor and Intelligent Inference

K. Zhou, Q. Shuai, J. Tang

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A007https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7624

Abstract

View Articletitled, Adaptive Damage Detection Using Tunable Piezoelectric Admittance Sensor and Intelligent Inference

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Topics: Damage , Mechanical admittance , Sensors , Errors , Numerical analysis , Piezoelectric transducers , Uncertainty

Identification of Breathing Fatigue Cracks in Nonlinear Structures

Guirong Yan, Kai Zhao, Chen Fang, Ruoqiang Feng

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A008https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7638

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View Articletitled, Identification of Breathing Fatigue Cracks in Nonlinear Structures

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Topics: Fatigue cracks , Fracture (Materials) , Fourier transforms , Stiffness , Stress , Computer simulation , Deflection , Failure , Structural dynamics , Structural elements (Construction)

Study of Guided Wave Propagation in Honeycomb Sandwich Structures

Zhenhua Tian, Guoliang Huang, Lingyu Yu

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A009https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7642

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View Articletitled, Study of Guided Wave Propagation in Honeycomb Sandwich Structures

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Topics: Honeycomb structures , Sandwich structures , Wave propagation , Waves , Lasers , Leakage , Skin , Damage , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis

Guided Wave Delamination Detection and Quantification With Wavefield Data Analysis

Zhenhua Tian, Cara A. C. Leckey, Jeffrey P. Seebo, Lingyu Yu

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A010https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7645

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View Articletitled, Guided Wave Delamination Detection and Quantification With Wavefield Data Analysis

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Topics: Delamination , Waves , Damage , Composite materials , Aerospace composites , Algorithms , Geometry , Shapes , Shear (Mechanics) , Stress

Efficient Response Monitoring of Flexible Structures

Maria Chierichetti, Vahid Rahneshin

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A011https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7671

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View Articletitled, Efficient Response Monitoring of Flexible Structures

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Topics: Flexible structures , Stress , Algorithms , Dynamic response , Sensors , Computer simulation , Errors , Experimental analysis , Flexible systems , Modeling

Damage Mapping in Composites With Phase Gradient

Aaron Darnton, Massimo Ruzzene

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A012https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7685

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View Articletitled, Damage Mapping in Composites With Phase Gradient

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Topics: Composite materials , Damage , Filtration , Waves , Ambiguity , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Modal analysis , Nondestructive evaluation , Simulation

Autonomous Scour Monitoring of Bridges and Embankments Using Bio-Inspired Whisker Flow Sensor Arrays

R. Andrew Swartz, Baibhav Rajbandari, Benjamin D. Winter

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A013https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7694

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View Articletitled, Autonomous Scour Monitoring of Bridges and Embankments Using Bio-Inspired Whisker Flow Sensor Arrays

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Topics: Biomimetics , Bridges (Structures) , Flow sensors , Levees , Damage , Sensors , Signals , Water , Flow (Dynamics) , Algorithms

Microstructure Properties and Strengthening Mechanisms of the AS4-3501-6 Polymeric Resin With Embedded Terfenol-D Particles

Jamel H. Alexander, Oliver J. Myers

SMASIS 2014; V001T05A014https://doi.org/10.1115/SMASIS2014-7699

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View Articletitled, Microstructure Properties and Strengthening Mechanisms of the AS4-3501-6 Polymeric Resin With Embedded Terfenol-D Particles

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Topics: Particulate matter , Resins , Polymer composites , Composite materials , Absorption , Aerospace industry , Brittleness , Corrosion resistance , Cycles , Deformation