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March 2013
ISSN 1050-0472
EISSN 1528-9001
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Research Papers
Topology Optimization of Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting Skin Using Hybrid Cellular Automata
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 031001.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023322
Topics:
Design
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Energy harvesting
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Environmental health and safety
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Optimization
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Topology
,
Vibration
,
Algorithms
,
Piezoelectric materials
Probability-Based Prediction of Degrading Dynamic Systems
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 031002.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023280
Topics:
Design
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Dynamic systems
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Errors
,
Failure
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Probability
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Cycles
,
Experimental design
,
Fittings
,
Set theory
A Closed-Form Nonlinear Model for the Constraint Characteristics of Symmetric Spatial Beams
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 031003.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023157
Topics:
Bending (Stress)
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Deformation
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Displacement
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Stress
,
Flexure mechanisms
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Approximation
,
Finite element analysis
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Stiffness
,
Design
Eliciting User Perceptions Using Assessment Tests Based on an Interactive Genetic Algorithm
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 031004.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023282
Topics:
Computer-aided design
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Design
,
Glass
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Clearances (Engineering)
,
Genetic algorithms
,
Dimensions
,
Modeling
Tolerance Analysis and Allocation for Design of a Self-Aligning Coupling Assembly Using Tolerance-Maps
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 031005.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023279
Topics:
Manufacturing
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Tolerance analysis
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Clearances (Engineering)
Discovering Structure in Design Databases Through Functional and Surface Based Mapping
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 031006.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023484
Topics:
Design
,
Patents
,
Algorithms
,
Databases
Technical Briefs
Stability Analysis and Convergence Control of Iterative Algorithms for Reliability Analysis and Design Optimization
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 034501.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023327
Topics:
Algorithms
,
Design
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Event history analysis
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Optimization
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Stability
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Eigenvalues
,
Bifurcation
,
Chaos
,
Dynamic systems
,
Jacobian matrices
Torque Measurement With Compliant Mechanisms
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 034502.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023326
Topics:
Bending (Stress)
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Torque
,
Design
,
Torque measurement
Determination of the Most Dangerous Meshing Point for Modified-Hourglass Worm Drives
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 034503.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023281
Topics:
Worm gears
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Nonlinear equations
,
Grinding wheels
Tooth Contact Analysis and Manufacture on Multitasking Machine of Large-Sized Straight Bevel Gears With Equi-Depth Teeth
J. Mech. Des. March 2013, 135(3): 034504.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023324
Topics:
Bevel gears
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Gears
,
Machinery
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Errors
,
Manufacturing