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October 2014
ISSN 1050-0472
EISSN 1528-9001
Research Papers
Design Theory and Methodology
Applied Tests of Design Skills—Part III: Abstract Reasoning
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101101.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027986
Topics:
Construction
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Design
,
Engineering design
Function Based Design-by-Analogy: A Functional Vector Approach to Analogical Search
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101102.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028093
Machine Learning Algorithms for Recommending Design Methods
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101103.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028102
Topics:
Algorithms
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Design methodology
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Filtration
,
Design
Design Automation
A Computer Architecture for the Automatic Design of Modular Systems With Application to Photovoltaic Reverse Osmosis
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101401.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027879
A Closed-Form Second-Order Reliability Method Using Noncentral Chi-Squared Distributions
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101402.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027982
Topics:
Failure
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Probability
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Reliability
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Errors
Probabilistic Graphical Modeling of Use Stage Energy Consumption: A Lightweight Vehicle Example
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101403.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027983
Topics:
Platinum group metals
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Vehicles
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Energy consumption
Experiential Conjoint Analysis: An Experience-Based Method for Eliciting, Capturing, and Modeling Consumer Preference
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101404.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027985
Topics:
Preferences
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Design
Robust Design for Multivariate Quality Characteristics Using Extreme Value Distribution
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101405.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028016
Topics:
Design
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Quality control
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Robustness
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Optimization
Design for Manufacturing
Resource Allocation for Lean Product Development Using a Value Creation Cell Model
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101701.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027981
Topics:
Design
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Product development
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Resource allocation
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Density
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Disks
Design Innovation Paper
Design of a Compact Robotic Manipulator for Single-Port Laparoscopy
Claudio Quaglia, Gianluigi Petroni, Marta Niccolini, Sebastiano Caccavaro, Paolo Dario, Arianna Menciassi
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 105001.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027782
Topics:
Design
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Manipulators
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Motors
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Robotics
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Robots
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Surgery
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Cables
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Grippers
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Gears
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Kinematics
A Novel Tip-Retraction Mechanism for Puncture Devices
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 105002.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027880
Topics:
Bending (Stress)
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Biological tissues
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Design
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Friction
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Springs
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Testing
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Engineering prototypes
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Risk
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Stiction
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Locks (Waterways)
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