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December 1993
ISSN 1050-0472
EISSN 1528-9001
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Research Papers
Decomposition of the Design Process
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 687–695.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919255
Topics:
Design
,
Concurrent engineering
,
Cycles
Design Considerations for Materials with Negative Poisson’s Ratios
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 696–700.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919256
Topics:
Design
,
Poisson ratio
,
Stress
,
Polishing equipment
,
Saint-Venant's principle
,
Stress concentration
Centrically Loaded Bolt Joints
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 701–705.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919257
Incorporating Finite Element Analysis into Component Life and Reliability
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 706–710.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919258
Topics:
Finite element analysis
,
Reliability
,
Probability
,
Design
,
Failure
,
Rotating disks
,
Disks
,
Materials properties
,
Shear stress
,
Stress
Stress Analysis of a Silicon-Wafer Slicer Cutting the Crystal Ingot
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 711–717.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919259
Enhanced Structural Control with Discretely Attached Induced Strain Actuators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 718–722.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919260
Topics:
Actuators
,
Piezoelectric ceramics
,
Stiffness
,
Plates (structures)
,
Shape memory alloys
A Prototype of Feature-Based Design for Assembly
T. L. De Fazio, A. C. Edsall, R. E. Gustavson, J. Hernandez, P. M. Hutchins, H.-W. Leung, S. C. Luby, R. W. Metzinger, J. L. Nevins, K. Tung, D. E. Whitney
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 723–734.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919261
Topics:
Design
,
Engineering prototypes
,
Manufacturing
,
Algorithms
,
Geometry
,
Computer software
,
Computers
,
Construction
,
Fixturing
,
Process design
Design for Stamping—Analysis of Part Attributes that Impact Die Construction Costs for Metal Stampings
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 735–743.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919262
Topics:
Construction
,
Design
,
Metal stamping
,
Metals
,
Design for Manufacturing
,
Computers
,
Manufacturing
,
Tooling
Feature Extraction for Casting Core Development
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 744–750.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919263
Topics:
Casting
,
Feature extraction
,
Geometry
,
Solid models
,
Hull
,
Solid modeling
A General Strategy for the Optimal Design of Reinforced Concrete Footings to Support Wind Loaded Structures
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 751–756.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919264
Topics:
Design
,
Footings (Construction)
,
Reinforced concrete
,
Wind
,
Gradient methods
,
Highways
,
Pilings (Building)
,
Soil
,
Steam
,
Stress
Automatic Generation of Tolerance Chains from Mating Relations Represented in Assembly Models
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 757–761.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919265
Topics:
Chain
,
Manufacturing
,
Algorithms
,
Dimensions
,
Engineering prototypes
,
Modeling
Topological and Geometric Consistency in Boundary Representations of Solid Models of Mechanical Components
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 762–769.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919266
Topics:
Solid models
,
Design
,
Algorithms
,
Geometry
,
Solid modeling
,
Topology
,
Manufacturing
,
Theorems (Mathematics)
Global Optimization Using the Multistart Method
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 770–775.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919267
Topics:
Optimization
,
Algorithms
,
Computation
,
Design
,
Errors
,
Packing (Shipments)
,
Packings (Cushioning)
A Boolean Local Improvement Method for General Discrete Optimization Problems
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 776–783.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919268
Topics:
Optimization
,
Design
A Multiobjective Optimization Strategy with Priority Ranking of the Design Objectives
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 784–792.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919269
Topics:
Design
,
Pareto optimization
,
Motorcycles
,
Dynamic response
,
Machinery
,
Stiffness
,
Structural design
,
Structural optimization
,
Weight (Mass)
Optimal Design of the Path of Chain Link Systems
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 793–799.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919270
Topics:
Chain
,
Design
,
Dynamic models
,
Errors
,
Kinematics
,
Oscillations
Synthesis and Steady State Analysis of High-Speed Elastic Cam-Actuated Linkages by a Finite Element Method
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 800–807.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919271
Topics:
Finite element methods
,
Linkages
,
Steady state
,
Design
,
Damping
,
Differential equations
,
Inertia (Mechanics)
Dynamic Modeling and Stability Analysis of Mechanical Systems with Time-Varying Topologies
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 808–816.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919272
Global Analysis and Simulation of Mechanical Systems with Time-Varying Topologies
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 817–821.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919273
Topics:
Computer simulation
,
Simulation
,
Simulation results
,
Stability
Sensitivity Analysis for the Steady-State Response of Damped Linear Elastodynamic Systems Subject to Periodic Loads
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 822–828.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919274
Topics:
Sensitivity analysis
,
Steady state
,
Stress
,
Damping
,
Design
,
Approximation
,
Engines
,
Equations of motion
,
Firing
,
Modal analysis
Differentiation of Mass and Stiffness Matrices for High Order Sensitivity Calculations in Finite Element-Based Equilibrium Problems
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 829–832.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919275
Topics:
Equilibrium (Physics)
,
Stiffness
,
Design
,
Approximation
,
Polynomials
,
Statics
Multibody Dynamics: A Formulation Using Kane’s Method and Dual Vectors
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 833–838.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919276
Topics:
Algorithms
,
Equations of motion
,
Multibody dynamics
,
Multibody systems
Modeling the Spatial Dynamics of Robotic Manipulators with Flexible Links and Joint Clearances
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 839–847.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919277
Topics:
Dynamics (Mechanics)
,
Manipulators
,
Modeling
,
Bearings
,
Control systems
,
Actuators
,
Dynamic modeling
,
Elasticity
,
Geometry
A Numerically Efficient Algorithm for Steady-State Response of Flexible Mechanism Systems
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 848–855.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919278
Topics:
Algorithms
,
Steady state
,
Algebra
,
Differential equations
,
Boundary-value problems
,
Cycles
,
Finite element methods
,
Linkages
,
Modal analysis
,
Scalars
Body Vibration of a Legged Walking Machine
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 856–862.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919279
A Strategy for Determining the Stability of Parts Fixtured Under Three-Point Frictional Constraint
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 863–870.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919280
Topics:
Stability
,
Equilibrium (Physics)
,
Fixturing
,
Flexible manufacturing systems
,
Geometry
,
Manufacturing
The Design, Experimentation, and Simulation of a Novel Coulomb Friction Device for Automotive Valve Spring Damping
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 871–876.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919281
Topics:
Coulombs
,
Damping
,
Design
,
Friction
,
Simulation
,
Springs
,
Valves
,
Dampers
,
Computer simulation
,
Cylinders
Torque Resolver Design for Tendon-Driven Manipulators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 877–883.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919282
Topics:
Design
,
Manipulators
,
Tendons
,
Torque
,
Analog circuits
,
Circuits
,
Computers
,
Engines
,
Motors
,
Simulation
Kinematic Synthesis of Tendon-Driven Manipulators with Isotropic Transmission Characteristics
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 884–891.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919283
Topics:
Kinematics
,
Manipulators
,
Tendons
,
Actuators
,
Design
,
End effectors
,
Jacobian matrices
On a Relationship Between the Physical Features of Robotic Manipulators and the Kinematic Parameters Produced by Numerical Calibration
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 892–900.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919284
Topics:
Calibration
,
Kinematics
,
Manipulators
,
Parameter estimation
,
Damage
,
Maintenance
,
Robots
,
Wear
Collision-Free Path Planning of Articulated Manipulators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 901–908.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919285
Topics:
Collisions (Physics)
,
Manipulators
,
Path planning
,
Kinematics
,
Manipulator kinematics
,
Modeling
,
Polynomials
,
Vacuum
Trajectory Planning in Joint Space for Mechanical Manipulators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 909–914.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919286
Trajectory Planning in Task Space for General Manipulators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 915–921.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919287
Topics:
Manipulators
,
Trajectories (Physics)
,
Space frame structures
Inverse Kinematics of General 6R and 5R,P Serial Manipulators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 922–931.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919288
Topics:
Kinematics
,
Manipulators
,
Polynomials
,
Eigenvalues
,
Geometry
,
Computation
,
Design
Forward Kinematics of the General 6–6 Fully Parallel Mechanism: An Exhaustive Numerical Approach Via a Mono-Dimensional-Search Algorithm
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 932–937.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919289
Topics:
Algorithms
,
Kinematics
,
Parallel mechanisms
,
Geometry
,
Numerical analysis
Forward Kinematics of Nonpolyhedral Parallel Manipulators
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 938–940.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919290
Topics:
Kinematics
,
Manipulators
,
Algorithms
,
Plates (structures)
Series-Chain Planar Manipulators: Inertial Singularities
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 941–945.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919291
Topics:
Chain
,
Manipulators
,
Inertia (Mechanics)
,
Simulation
,
Computer simulation
,
Equations of motion
,
Errors
,
Robots
Coordinate System Independent Form of Instantaneous Invariants in Spatial Kinematics
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 946–952.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919292
Topics:
Kinematics
,
Design
Kinematics of the Cycloidal Internal Combustion Engine Mechanism
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 953–959.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919293
Topics:
Internal combustion engines
,
Kinematics
,
Pistons
,
Engines
,
Combustion chambers
,
Flywheels
,
Gates (Closures)
,
Pins (Engineering)
,
Planetary gears
,
Cycles
Analysis and Comparison of Epicycloidal and Hypocycloidal Internal Combustion Engine Mechanisms
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 960–966.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919294
Topics:
Internal combustion engines
,
Engines
,
Compression
,
Cycles
,
Flywheels
,
Gears
,
Kinematic analysis
,
Modeling
,
Pistons
,
Planetary gears
Optimum Synthesis of Coupler Curve and Uniform Rotary Motion Driven Multiloop Mechanisms Generating Complex Output Motions
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 967–977.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919295
Topics:
Computer software
,
Design
,
Errors
A Nondifferentiable Optimization Algorithm for Constrained Minimax Linkage Function Generation
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 978–987.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919296
Topics:
Linkages
,
Optimization algorithms
,
Algorithms
,
Optimization
Five-Bar Path Generation Synthesis by Continuation Methods
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 988–994.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919297
Topics:
Gears
,
Generators
Minimization of Deviations of Gear Real Tooth Surfaces Determined by Coordinate Measurements
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 995–1001.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919298
Topics:
Gears
,
Machine tools
,
Manufacturing
,
Spiral bevel gears
Optimum Design of a Gearbox for Low Vibration
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1002–1007.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919247
Topics:
Design
,
Mechanical drives
,
Vibration
,
Finite element analysis
,
Eigenvalues
,
Modal analysis
,
Optimization
,
Shells
,
Computer software
,
Computers
Global Local Finite Element Method (GLFEM) in Gear Tooth Stress Analysis
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1008–1012.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919248
Size Effect in Bending Strength of Carburized Gear Teeth
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1013–1018.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919249
Topics:
Bending strength
,
Gear teeth
,
Size effect
,
Gears
,
Fatigue testing
,
Fracture (Materials)
,
Alloy steel
,
Carbon
,
Crack propagation
,
Fatigue life
Loads of Planet Wheels in Planetary Gears
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1019–1023.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919250
Topics:
Planetary gears
,
Stress
,
Wheels
,
Statistical distributions
,
Steering wheels
Belt Vibration Considering Moving Contact and Parametric Excitation
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1024–1030.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919251
Topics:
Belts
,
Excitation
,
Vibration
,
Pulleys
,
Tension
,
Automotive industry
,
Engines
,
Oscillations
,
Resonance
Transmission Analysis—Automatic Derivation of Relationships
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1031–1037.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919252
Topics:
Algebra
,
Algorithms
,
Computer software
,
Computer-aided engineering
,
Computers
,
Errors
,
Flow (Dynamics)
,
Gears
,
Kinematics
,
Mechanical drives
A Study on Transmission Error in Timing Belt Drives (Effect of Production Error in Polychloroprene Rubber Belt)
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1038–1043.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919253
Topics:
Belts
,
Errors
,
Neoprene rubber
,
Rubber
,
Timing belts
,
Tension
,
Cordage
,
Elastic moduli
,
Elongation
,
Stress
Maximum Transmission Efficiency of a Steel Belt Continuously Variable Transmission
J. Mech. Des. December 1993, 115(4): 1044–1048.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2919254
Topics:
Belts
,
Steel
,
Die cutting
,
Displacement
,
Dynamics (Mechanics)
,
Hydraulic pumps
,
Pumps
,
Shear stress
,
Shearing (Deformation)
,
Traction