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Volume 114, Issue 4

December 1992

ISSN 1050-0472

EISSN 1528-9001

Editorial

Kenneth J. Waldron

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 529. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917038

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Research Papers

Description of Machine Tool Errors Using Screw Coordinates

J. C. Ziegert, D. G. Olson, P. Datseris

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 531–535. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917039

Abstract

View articletitled, Description of Machine Tool Errors Using Screw Coordinates

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Topics: Errors , Machine tools , Screws , Engines , Motors , Machinery , Displacement , Kinematics , Rotation , Scalars

A Design Methodology for System Parameters Synthesis of Elastic Planar Linkages: Theory

Zine-Eddine Boutaghou, A. G. Erdman

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 536–541. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917040

Abstract

View articletitled, A Design Methodology for System Parameters Synthesis of Elastic Planar Linkages: Theory

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Topics: Design methodology , Linkages , Design , Stress , Displacement , Finite element analysis

A Design Methodology for System Parameters Synthesis of Elastic Planar Linkages: Applications

Zine-Eddine Boutaghou, A. G. Erdman

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 542–546. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917041

Abstract

View articletitled, A Design Methodology for System Parameters Synthesis of Elastic Planar Linkages: Applications

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Topics: Design , Design methodology , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Finite element analysis , Linkages

A Synthesis Procedure for Design of 3-R Planar Robotic Workcells in Which Large Rotations Are Required at the Workpiece

J. K. Davidson

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 547–558. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917042

Abstract

View articletitled, A Synthesis Procedure for Design of 3-R Planar Robotic Workcells in Which Large Rotations Are Required at the Workpiece

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Topics: Design , Robotics , Trajectories (Physics) , Robots , End effectors , Computers , Hinges , Linkages , Path planning

Autonomous Rectilinear Motion Planning for a Spatial Robot: Path Planning for a Spatial 4R Manipulator With a Single Spherical Obstacle Inside the Workspace

Menq-Dar Shieh, J. Duffy

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 559–563. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917043

Abstract

View articletitled, Autonomous Rectilinear Motion Planning for a Spatial Robot: Path Planning for a Spatial 4R Manipulator With a Single Spherical Obstacle Inside the Workspace

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Topics: Manipulators , Path planning , Robots , Algorithms , End effectors , Collisions (Physics) , Silicon

Statics of In-Parallel Manipulator Systems

S. K. Agrawal, B. Roth

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 564–568. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917044

Abstract

View articletitled, Statics of In-Parallel Manipulator Systems

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Topics: Actuators , Chain , End effectors , Manipulators , Screws , Statics

Least-Square Optimization of Planar and Spherical Four-Bar Function Generator Under Mobility Constraints

Zheng Liu, J. Angeles

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 569–573. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917045

Abstract

View articletitled, Least-Square Optimization of Planar and Spherical Four-Bar Function Generator Under Mobility Constraints

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Topics: Generators , Mechanical admittance , Optimization , Linkages , Algorithms , Design , Errors , Numerical analysis

The Properties of Constant-Branch Four-Bar Linkages and Their Applications

Zheng Liu, J. Angeles

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 574–579. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917046

Abstract

View articletitled, The Properties of Constant-Branch Four-Bar Linkages and Their Applications

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Topics: Linkages , Mechanical admittance

A Geometric Approach to Hyper-Redundant Manipulator Obstacle Avoidance

G. S. Chirikjian, J. W. Burdick

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 580–585. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917047

Abstract

View articletitled, A Geometric Approach to Hyper-Redundant Manipulator Obstacle Avoidance

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Topics: Manipulators , Algorithms , Redundant manipulators , Tunnels , Degrees of freedom , Geometry , Robots

Optimal Path Planning for Robot Manipulators

S. Muthuswamy, S. Manoochehri

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 586–595. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917048

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimal Path Planning for Robot Manipulators

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Topics: Manipulators , Path planning , Algorithms , Robots , Collisions (Physics) , Computer software , Computers , Design , Kinematics

Functional Dependence and the Method of Alternate Formulations in Optimal Design

C. R. Hammond, G. E. Johnson

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 596–602. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917049

Abstract

View articletitled, Functional Dependence and the Method of Alternate Formulations in Optimal Design

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Topics: Design , Gradient methods , Mathematics

Automatic Finite Element Mesh Generation Over Domains Comprised of Multiply Connected, Intersecting, Rigid Body-Movable Subdomains

Hyunik Yang, D. A. Hoeltzel

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 603–615. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917050

Abstract

View articletitled, Automatic Finite Element Mesh Generation Over Domains Comprised of Multiply Connected, Intersecting, Rigid Body-Movable Subdomains

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Mesh generation , Hip joint prostheses , Orthopedics , Parametric design

Monotonicity Analysis of Taguchi’s Robust Circuit Design Problem

D. J. Wilde

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 616–619. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917051

Abstract

View articletitled, Monotonicity Analysis of Taguchi’s Robust Circuit Design Problem

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Topics: Circuit design , Design , Algebra , Construction , Optimization , Statistical analysis

Multiobjective Design of Symmetrically Laminated Plates

N. Kumar, T. R. Tauchert

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 620–625. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917052

Abstract

View articletitled, Multiobjective Design of Symmetrically Laminated Plates

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Topics: Design , Plates (structures) , Stress , Algorithms , Bending strength , Boundary-value problems , Composite materials , Fibers , Nonlinear programming , Pareto optimization

An Algorithm for Locating Feature Patterns for the Verification of Composite Positional Tolerancing

M. J. McCann

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 626–632. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917053

Abstract

View articletitled, An Algorithm for Locating Feature Patterns for the Verification of Composite Positional Tolerancing

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Topics: Algorithms , Composite materials , Computers , Gages , Rotation , Computer software , Inspection

An Approach for Concurrent and Integrated Material Selection and Dimensional Synthesis

H. M. Karandikar, F. Mistree

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 633–641. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917054

Abstract

View articletitled, An Approach for Concurrent and Integrated Material Selection and Dimensional Synthesis

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Topics: Composite materials , Cycles , Design , Dimensions , Pressure

Design and Geometry of Face-Gear Drives

F. L. Litvin, Y. Zhang, J.-C. Wang, R. B. Bossler, Jr., Y.-J. D. Chen

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 642–647. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917055

Abstract

View articletitled, Design and Geometry of Face-Gear Drives

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Topics: Design , Gears , Geometry , Bearings , Errors , Simulation

Fuzzy Ratings and Utility Analysis in Preliminary Design Evaluation of Multiple Attributes

D. L. Thurston, J. V. Carnahan

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 648–658. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917056

Abstract

View articletitled, Fuzzy Ratings and Utility Analysis in Preliminary Design Evaluation of Multiple Attributes

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Topics: Design , Automotive bumpers , Corrosion , Polymer composites , Shapes , Steel , Stiffness , Tradeoffs , Weight (Mass)

A Formal Approach to Specifications in Conceptual Design

A. Kusiak, E. Szczerbicki

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 659–666. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917057

Abstract

View articletitled, A Formal Approach to Specifications in Conceptual Design

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Topics: Conceptual design , Design , Artificial intelligence , Formal methods , Optimization

Design Formulae for Elliptical Cross-Section Helical Springs

Kosuke Nagaya, Yasuo Hirata, Toyoaki Tsurumi, Sadahiko Takeda, Ken-ichi Nagai, Katsuya Tanifuji

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 667–669. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917058

Abstract

View articletitled, Design Formulae for Elliptical Cross-Section Helical Springs

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Topics: Design , Springs , Stress , Machinery , Numerical analysis

Formulation of a Mechanical Model for Composites With Embedded SMA Actuators

J. Jia, C. A. Rogers

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 670–676. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917059

Abstract

View articletitled, Formulation of a Mechanical Model for Composites With Embedded SMA Actuators

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Topics: Actuators , Composite materials , Shape memory alloys , Acoustics , Damage , Design , Lamination , Plate theory , Shapes , Stiffness

Technical Briefs

The Application of Curvature Theory to the Trajectory Generation Problem of Robot Manipulators

M. M. Stanisˇic´, K. Lodi, G. R. Pennock

J. Mech. Des. December 1992, 114(4): 677–680. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2917060

Abstract

View articletitled, The Application of Curvature Theory to the Trajectory Generation Problem of Robot Manipulators

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Topics: Manipulators , Trajectories (Physics) , Geometry

Editorial

Editorial

Research Papers

Description of Machine Tool Errors Using Screw Coordinates

A Design Methodology for System Parameters Synthesis of Elastic Planar Linkages: Theory

A Design Methodology for System Parameters Synthesis of Elastic Planar Linkages: Applications

A Synthesis Procedure for Design of 3-R Planar Robotic Workcells in Which Large Rotations Are Required at the Workpiece

Autonomous Rectilinear Motion Planning for a Spatial Robot: Path Planning for a Spatial 4R Manipulator With a Single Spherical Obstacle Inside the Workspace

Statics of In-Parallel Manipulator Systems

Least-Square Optimization of Planar and Spherical Four-Bar Function Generator Under Mobility Constraints

The Properties of Constant-Branch Four-Bar Linkages and Their Applications

A Geometric Approach to Hyper-Redundant Manipulator Obstacle Avoidance

Optimal Path Planning for Robot Manipulators

Functional Dependence and the Method of Alternate Formulations in Optimal Design

Automatic Finite Element Mesh Generation Over Domains Comprised of Multiply Connected, Intersecting, Rigid Body-Movable Subdomains

Monotonicity Analysis of Taguchi’s Robust Circuit Design Problem

Multiobjective Design of Symmetrically Laminated Plates

An Algorithm for Locating Feature Patterns for the Verification of Composite Positional Tolerancing

An Approach for Concurrent and Integrated Material Selection and Dimensional Synthesis

Design and Geometry of Face-Gear Drives

Fuzzy Ratings and Utility Analysis in Preliminary Design Evaluation of Multiple Attributes

A Formal Approach to Specifications in Conceptual Design

Design Formulae for Elliptical Cross-Section Helical Springs

Formulation of a Mechanical Model for Composites With Embedded SMA Actuators

Technical Briefs

The Application of Curvature Theory to the Trajectory Generation Problem of Robot Manipulators

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