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Volume 127, Issue 5

September 2005

ISSN 1050-0472

EISSN 1528-9001

Commentary

Perspectives in Design: The Deacon’s Masterpiece and the Hundred-Year Aircraft, Spacecraft, and Other Complex Engineering Systems

Joseph H. Saleh

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 845–850. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1886815

Abstract

View articletitled, Perspectives in Design: The Deacon’s Masterpiece and the Hundred-Year Aircraft, Spacecraft, and Other Complex Engineering Systems

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Topics: Design , Durability , Engineering systems and industry applications , Aircraft , Failure , Railroad passenger cars , Robustness , Space vehicles

Technical Papers

First-Order Approximation Methods in Reliability-Based Design Optimization

Anukal Chiralaksanakul, Sankaran Mahadevan

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 851–857. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1899691

Abstract

View articletitled, First-Order Approximation Methods in Reliability-Based Design Optimization

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Topics: Approximation , Optimization , Reliability , Reliability-based optimization , Theorems (Mathematics) , Event history analysis , Design , Optimization algorithms

A Feasibility Robust Optimization Method Using Sensitivity Region Concept

S. Gunawan, S. Azarm

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 858–865. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1903000

Abstract

View articletitled, A Feasibility Robust Optimization Method Using Sensitivity Region Concept

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Robustness , Probability

An Efficient Pareto Set Identification Approach for Multiobjective Optimization on Black-Box Functions

Songqing Shan, G. Gary Wang

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 866–874. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904639

Abstract

View articletitled, An Efficient Pareto Set Identification Approach for Multiobjective Optimization on Black-Box Functions

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Pareto optimization , Computation

Analytical Variance-Based Global Sensitivity Analysis in Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty

Wei Chen, Ruichen Jin, Agus Sudjianto

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 875–886. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904642

Abstract

View articletitled, Analytical Variance-Based Global Sensitivity Analysis in Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty

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Topics: Design , Design under uncertainty , Sensitivity analysis , Simulation , Tensors , Noise (Sound) , Vehicles

Input Torque Balancing Using an Inverted Cam Mechanism

Bram Demeulenaere, Joris De Schutter

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 887–900. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1876452

Abstract

View articletitled, Input Torque Balancing Using an Inverted Cam Mechanism

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Topics: Design , Torque , Optimization

Dynamic Modeling and Simulation of a Wheeled Mobile Robot for Traversing Uneven Terrain Without Slip

Nilanjan Chakraborty, Ashitava Ghosal

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 901–909. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1867503

Abstract

View articletitled, Dynamic Modeling and Simulation of a Wheeled Mobile Robot for Traversing Uneven Terrain Without Slip

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Topics: Equations of motion , Mobile robots , Simulation , Wheels , Vehicles

Automated Type Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms Using Numeric Optimization With Genetic Algorithms

Yi Liu, John McPhee

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 910–916. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904049

Abstract

View articletitled, Automated Type Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms Using Numeric Optimization With Genetic Algorithms

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Topics: Design , Genetic algorithms , Kinematics , Optimization , Topology , String

Optimum Synthesis of Mechanisms Using Tabu-Gradient Search Algorithm

Ahmad A. Smaili, Nadim A. Diab, Naji A. Atallah

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 917–923. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904640

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimum Synthesis of Mechanisms Using Tabu-Gradient Search Algorithm

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Topics: Algorithms , Optimization

On Realization of Spherical Joints In RSSR Mechanisms

Kwun-Lon Ting, Jianmin Zhu

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 924–930. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904641

Abstract

View articletitled, On Realization of Spherical Joints In RSSR Mechanisms

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Topics: Design , Linkages , Manufacturing , Mechanical admittance , Rotation , Trajectories (Physics) , Errors

Clifford Algebra Exponentials and Planar Linkage Synthesis Equations

Alba Perez, J. Michael McCarthy

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 931–940. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904047

Abstract

View articletitled, Clifford Algebra Exponentials and Planar Linkage Synthesis Equations

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Topics: Algebra , Chain , Design , Kinematics

Design of Multimaterial Compliant Mechanisms Using Level-Set Methods

Michael Yu Wang, Shikui Chen, Xiaoming Wang, Yulin Mei

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 941–956. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1909206

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of Multimaterial Compliant Mechanisms Using Level-Set Methods

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design , Optimization , Shapes , Topology , Displacement , Clamps (Tools) , Hinges

Mechanics of Serpentine Belt Drives with Tensioner Assemblies and Belt Bending Stiffness

Lingyuan Kong, Robert G. Parker

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 957–966. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1903002

Abstract

View articletitled, Mechanics of Serpentine Belt Drives with Tensioner Assemblies and Belt Bending Stiffness

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Topics: Belts , Pulleys , Steady state , Stiffness , Tension , Friction

On the Effect of Dual Weights in Computer Aided Design of Rational Motions

Anurag Purwar, Qiaode Jeffrey Ge

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 967–972. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1906263

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Effect of Dual Weights in Computer Aided Design of Rational Motions

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Topics: B-splines , Computer-aided design , Rotation , Scalars , Screws , Weight (Mass) , Displacement , Design

Computer Aided Loaded Tooth Contact Analysis in Cylindrical Worm Gears

Vilmos Simon

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 973–981. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1904050

Abstract

View articletitled, Computer Aided Loaded Tooth Contact Analysis in Cylindrical Worm Gears

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Topics: Gear teeth , Gears , Stress , Worm gears , Thread , Pressure , Errors

Mathematical Model and Surface Deviation of Cylindrical Gears With Curvilinear Shaped Teeth Cut by a Hob Cutter

Jui-Tang Tseng, Chung-Biau Tsay

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 982–987. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1876437

Abstract

View articletitled, Mathematical Model and Surface Deviation of Cylindrical Gears With Curvilinear Shaped Teeth Cut by a Hob Cutter

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Topics: Gears

Geometric Modeling and Meshing Characteristics of the Toroidal Drive

Ligang Yao, Jian S. Dai, Guowu Wei, Huamin Li

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 988–996. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1906248

Abstract

View articletitled, Geometric Modeling and Meshing Characteristics of the Toroidal Drive

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Topics: Gears , Worm gears , Three-dimensional modeling , Design , Geometric modeling

Synthesis of the Base Curves For $N$ -Lobed Elliptical Gears

Giorgio Figliolini, Jorge Angeles

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 997–1005. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1901707

Abstract

View articletitled, Synthesis of the Base Curves For <math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"><mi xmlns="">N</mi></math>-Lobed Elliptical Gears

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Topics: Gears

Improving an Ergonomics Testing Procedure via Approximation-based Adaptive Experimental Design

Michael J. Sasena, Matthew Parkinson, Matthew P. Reed, Panos Y. Papalambros, Pierre Goovaerts

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 1006–1013. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1906247

Abstract

View articletitled, Improving an Ergonomics Testing Procedure via Approximation-based Adaptive Experimental Design

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Topics: Approximation , Design , Ergonomics , Experimental design , Testing , Algorithms , Optimization

Metamodeling Development for Vehicle Frontal Impact Simulation

R. J. Yang, N. Wang, C. H. Tho, J. P. Bobineau, B. P. Wang

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 1014–1020. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1906264

Abstract

View articletitled, Metamodeling Development for Vehicle Frontal Impact Simulation

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Topics: Design , Metamodeling , Modeling , Simulation , Vehicles , Deformation , Response surface methodology , Errors , Sampling methods

Technical Briefs

On the Design of Cable-Suspended Planar Parallel Robots

Abbas Fattah, Sunil K. Agrawal

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 1021–1028. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1903001

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Design of Cable-Suspended Planar Parallel Robots

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Topics: Cables , Robots , Design , Optimization

3-D Printing the History of Mechanisms

Hod Lipson, Francis C. Moon, Jimmy Hai, Carlo Paventi

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 1029–1033. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1902999

Abstract

View articletitled, 3-D Printing the History of Mechanisms

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Kinematics , Machinery , Rapid prototyping , Teaching , Engineering simulation , Simulation

Erratum: “Shaking Force and Shaking Moment Balancing of Mechanisms: A Historical Review With New Examples” [Journal of Mechanical Design, 2005, 127(2), pp. 334–339]

Vigen H. Arakelian, M. R. Smith

J. Mech. Des. September 2005, 127(5): 1034–1035. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1955537

Extract

View articletitled, Erratum: “Shaking Force and Shaking Moment Balancing of Mechanisms: A Historical Review With New Examples” [Journal of Mechanical Design, 2005, 127(2), pp. 334–339]

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Topics: Design engineering , Mechanical stability

Commentary

Perspectives in Design: The Deacon’s Masterpiece and the Hundred-Year Aircraft, Spacecraft, and Other Complex Engineering Systems

Technical Papers

First-Order Approximation Methods in Reliability-Based Design Optimization

A Feasibility Robust Optimization Method Using Sensitivity Region Concept

An Efficient Pareto Set Identification Approach for Multiobjective Optimization on Black-Box Functions

Analytical Variance-Based Global Sensitivity Analysis in Simulation-Based Design Under Uncertainty

Input Torque Balancing Using an Inverted Cam Mechanism

Dynamic Modeling and Simulation of a Wheeled Mobile Robot for Traversing Uneven Terrain Without Slip

Automated Type Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms Using Numeric Optimization With Genetic Algorithms

Optimum Synthesis of Mechanisms Using Tabu-Gradient Search Algorithm

On Realization of Spherical Joints In RSSR Mechanisms

Clifford Algebra Exponentials and Planar Linkage Synthesis Equations

Design of Multimaterial Compliant Mechanisms Using Level-Set Methods

Mechanics of Serpentine Belt Drives with Tensioner Assemblies and Belt Bending Stiffness

On the Effect of Dual Weights in Computer Aided Design of Rational Motions

Computer Aided Loaded Tooth Contact Analysis in Cylindrical Worm Gears

Mathematical Model and Surface Deviation of Cylindrical Gears With Curvilinear Shaped Teeth Cut by a Hob Cutter

Geometric Modeling and Meshing Characteristics of the Toroidal Drive

Synthesis of the Base Curves For $N$ -Lobed Elliptical Gears

Improving an Ergonomics Testing Procedure via Approximation-based Adaptive Experimental Design

Metamodeling Development for Vehicle Frontal Impact Simulation

Technical Briefs

On the Design of Cable-Suspended Planar Parallel Robots

3-D Printing the History of Mechanisms

Erratum: “Shaking Force and Shaking Moment Balancing of Mechanisms: A Historical Review With New Examples” [Journal of Mechanical Design, 2005, 127(2), pp. 334–339]

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