Volume 124 Issue 2 | J. Mech. Des. | ASME Digital Collection

Topics: Deflection , Deformation , Finite element analysis , Materials handling , Sheet metal , Simulation , Trajectories (Physics) , Optimization , Design

Modeling of Flexural Beams Subjected to Arbitrary End Loads

Chris Kimball, Lung-Wen Tsai

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 223–235. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1455031

Abstract

View articletitled, Modeling of Flexural Beams Subjected to Arbitrary End Loads

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Topics: Deflection , Optimization , Stress , Modeling , Stiffness

A Real Parameter Continuation Method for Complete Solution of Forward Position Analysis of the General Stewart

Zongliang Mu, PhD Student, Kazem Kazerounian, Professor, Fellow ASME

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 236–244. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1446476

Abstract

View articletitled, A Real Parameter Continuation Method for Complete Solution of Forward Position Analysis of the General Stewart

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Topics: Kinematics , Manipulators , Polynomials , Geometry , Design , Numerical analysis

Kinematic Analysis of 3-DOF Position Mechanisms for Use in Hybrid Kinematic Machines

Lung-Wen Tsai, Sameer Joshi

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 245–253. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1468860

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematic Analysis of 3-DOF Position Mechanisms for Use in Hybrid Kinematic Machines

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Topics: Manipulators , Kinematics , Rails

Jacobian Analysis of Limited-DOF Parallel Manipulators

Sameer A. Joshi, Lung-Wen Tsai

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 254–258. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1469549

Abstract

View articletitled, Jacobian Analysis of Limited-DOF Parallel Manipulators

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Topics: Manipulators , Jacobian matrices , Reactor protection systems , Screws

Mobility Analysis of the 3-UPU Parallel Mechanism Assembled for a Pure Translational Motion

Raffaele Di Gregorio, Vincenzo Parenti-Castelli

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 259–264. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1471530

Abstract

View articletitled, Mobility Analysis of the 3-UPU Parallel Mechanism Assembled for a Pure Translational Motion

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Topics: Actuators , Mechanical admittance , Parallel mechanisms , Rotation , Manipulators

Design of Continuous Backbone, Cable-Driven Robots

Changquing Li, Graduate Student, Christopher D. Rahn, Mem. ASME, Associate Professor

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 265–271. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1447546

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of Continuous Backbone, Cable-Driven Robots

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Topics: Cables , Design , Displacement , Kinematics , Robots , Stress , Tension , Robot kinematics

Structural Synthesis of Multi-Fingered Hands

Jyh-Jone Lee, Lung-Wen Tsai, Fellow ASME

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 272–276. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1467080

Abstract

View articletitled, Structural Synthesis of Multi-Fingered Hands

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Kinematics , Mechanical admittance , Mechanical hands , Theorems (Mathematics)

Design and Control of a Force-Reflecting Haptic Interface for Teleoperational Grasping

Scott L. Springer, Nicola J. Ferrier

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 277–283. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1470493

Abstract

View articletitled, Design and Control of a Force-Reflecting Haptic Interface for Teleoperational Grasping

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Topics: Control algorithms , Design , Grasping , Haptics , Manipulators , Actuators , Control equipment , Linkages , Degrees of freedom , Design engineering

Synthesis of Universal Motion Curves in Generalized Model

Wen-Teng Cheng, Assistant Professor

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 284–293. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1471360

Abstract

View articletitled, Synthesis of Universal Motion Curves in Generalized Model

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Topics: Displacement , Shapes

Generation and Forward Displacement Analysis of $RP_R - PR - RP_R$ Analytic Planar Parallel Manipulators

Xianwen Kong, Cle´ment M. Gosselin, ASME member

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 294–300. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1468224

Abstract

View articletitled, Generation and Forward Displacement Analysis of <math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"><mrow xmlns=""><mi mathvariant="italic">RP</mi><mo>_</mo><mi>R</mi><mo>-</mo><mtext mathvariant="italic">PR</mtext><mo>-</mo><mi mathvariant="italic">RP</mi><mo>_</mo><mi>R</mi></mrow></math> Analytic Planar Parallel Manipulators

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Topics: Displacement , Food and Drug Administration , Frequency-domain analysis , Manipulators , Kinematic chains , Polynomials

Kinematic and Kinetostatic Synthesis of Planar Coupled Serial Chain Mechanisms

Venkat Krovi, G. K. Ananthasuresh, Vijay Kumar

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 301–312. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464563

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematic and Kinetostatic Synthesis of Planar Coupled Serial Chain Mechanisms

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Topics: Chain , Design , End effectors , Kinematics , Optimization , Torque , Springs , Degrees of freedom

3D Mesh Generation for Static Stress Determination in Spiral Noncircular Gears Used for Torque Balancing

D. Barkah, B. Shafiq, D. Dooner

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 313–319. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1470492

Abstract

View articletitled, 3D Mesh Generation for Static Stress Determination in Spiral Noncircular Gears Used for Torque Balancing

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Topics: Gears , Mesh generation , Stress , Torque , Gear teeth , Finite element methods

Effects of Taper Variation on Conical Threaded Connections Load Distribution

S. Baragetti, Ph.D.

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 320–329. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1456459

Abstract

View articletitled, Effects of Taper Variation on Conical Threaded Connections Load Distribution

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Topics: Stress , Thread , Torque , Finite element analysis

On the Reverse of One Property of Involute Gears

Michel Fayet, Professor

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 330–333. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1456162

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Reverse of One Property of Involute Gears

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Topics: Gears , Shapes

Static and Dynamic Tooth Loading in Spur and Helical Geared Systems-Experiments and Model Validation

S. Baud, P. Velex, Mem. ASME

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 334–346. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1462044

Abstract

View articletitled, Static and Dynamic Tooth Loading in Spur and Helical Geared Systems-Experiments and Model Validation

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Topics: Bearings , Errors , Finite element analysis , Gears , Helical gears , Rotors , Spur gears , Stiffness , Stress , Model validation

Technical Briefs

Maximization of Workspace Volume of 3-DOF Spatial Parallel Manipulators

Karol Miller

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 347–350. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1462621

Abstract

View articletitled, Maximization of Workspace Volume of 3-DOF Spatial Parallel Manipulators

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Topics: Manipulators , Motors , Robots , Engineering prototypes , Engines

Optimized Kinematic Properties for Stevenson-Type Presses With Variable Input Speed Approach

Hong-Sen Yan, Professor, Wei-Ren Chen, Associate Professor

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 350–354. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1456163

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimized Kinematic Properties for Stevenson-Type Presses With Variable Input Speed Approach

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Topics: Cutting , Design , Optimization , Power presses , Servomotors , Trajectories (Physics) , Kinematics

Design of a PZT Bimorph Actuator Using a Metamodel-Based Approach

David J. Cappelleri, Graduate Research Assistant, Mary I. Frecker, Assistant Professor, Timothy W. Simpson, Assistant Professor, Alan Snyder, Associate Professor

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 354–357. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1446866

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of a PZT Bimorph Actuator Using a Metamodel-Based Approach

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Topics: Actuators , Deflection , Design , Finite element analysis , Optimization , Surgery , Approximation , Finite element model

Errata

Erratum: “Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges” [ASME J. Mech. Des., 123, No. 3, pp. 346–352]

Nicolae Lobontiu,, Jeffrey S. N. Paine,, Ephrahim Garcia, and, Michael Goldfarb

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 358. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1431262

Extract

View articletitled, Erratum: “Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges” [ASME J. Mech. Des., 123, No. 3, pp. 346–352]

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Corners (Structural elements) , Design engineering , Finite element analysis , Flexible structures , Hinges , Stress

Erratum: “An Automatic Method for Finding the Assembly Configurations of Planar Non-Single-Input-Dyadic Mechanisms” [ASME J. Mech. Des., 124, No. 1, pp. 58–67]

D. E. Foster and, R. J. Cipra

J. Mech. Des. June 2002, 124(2): 359. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1475316

Extract

View articletitled, Erratum: “An Automatic Method for Finding the Assembly Configurations of Planar Non-Single-Input-Dyadic Mechanisms” [ASME J. Mech. Des., 124, No. 1, pp. 58–67]

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Topics: Manufacturing , Computer-aided engineering , Kinematics , Position control

Technical Papers

DEA: A Method for Ranking the Greeness of Design Decisions

Numeralytics: A Computation Approach for Engineering Practitioners

Interactive Virtual Tools for Manipulating NURBS Surfaces in a Virtual Environment

Introduction of a Product Family Penalty Function Using Physical Programming

A Quantitative Similarity Metric for Design-by-Analogy

Combined Optimal Design and Control With Application to an Electric DC Motor

Optimization of Turbine Disk Profiles by Metamorphic Development

Computation of Optimal Workpiece Orientation for Multi-axis NC Machining of Sculptured Part Surfaces

Optimal Trajectory Planning For Material Handling of Compliant Sheet Metal Parts

Modeling of Flexural Beams Subjected to Arbitrary End Loads

A Real Parameter Continuation Method for Complete Solution of Forward Position Analysis of the General Stewart

Kinematic Analysis of 3-DOF Position Mechanisms for Use in Hybrid Kinematic Machines

Jacobian Analysis of Limited-DOF Parallel Manipulators

Mobility Analysis of the 3-UPU Parallel Mechanism Assembled for a Pure Translational Motion

Design of Continuous Backbone, Cable-Driven Robots

Structural Synthesis of Multi-Fingered Hands

Design and Control of a Force-Reflecting Haptic Interface for Teleoperational Grasping

Synthesis of Universal Motion Curves in Generalized Model

Generation and Forward Displacement Analysis of $RP_R - PR - RP_R$ Analytic Planar Parallel Manipulators

Kinematic and Kinetostatic Synthesis of Planar Coupled Serial Chain Mechanisms

3D Mesh Generation for Static Stress Determination in Spiral Noncircular Gears Used for Torque Balancing

Effects of Taper Variation on Conical Threaded Connections Load Distribution

On the Reverse of One Property of Involute Gears

Static and Dynamic Tooth Loading in Spur and Helical Geared Systems-Experiments and Model Validation

Technical Briefs

Maximization of Workspace Volume of 3-DOF Spatial Parallel Manipulators

Optimized Kinematic Properties for Stevenson-Type Presses With Variable Input Speed Approach

Design of a PZT Bimorph Actuator Using a Metamodel-Based Approach

Errata

Erratum: “Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges” [ASME J. Mech. Des., 123, No. 3, pp. 346–352]

Erratum: “An Automatic Method for Finding the Assembly Configurations of Planar Non-Single-Input-Dyadic Mechanisms” [ASME J. Mech. Des., 124, No. 1, pp. 58–67]

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