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Identifying and Leveraging Promising Design Heuristics for Multi-Objective Combinatorial Design Optimization

Roshan Suresh Kumar, Srikar Srivatsa, Emilie Baker, Meredith Silberstein, Daniel Selva
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
Publisher: ASME
J. Mech. Des. December 2023, 145(12): 121702.
Paper No: MD-23-1014
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4063238
Published Online: September 11, 2023
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Topics: Design, Maintenance, Optimization, Stiffness
Includes: Supplementary data
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Large-Range Rotation-to-Translation Compliant Transmission Mechanism

Nigel C. Archer, Jonathan B. Hopkins
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Design Innovation Paper
J. Mech. Des. December 2023, 145(12): 125001.
Paper No: MD-23-1340
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4063160
Published Online: August 29, 2023
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Topics: Design, Rotation, Screws, Topology, Displacement, Blades, Stiffness
Journal Articles

Multidomain Synthesis of Optimal Vibration Suppression Systems

Yuan Li, Jason Zheng Jiang, Simon A. Neild, Branislav Titurus
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. November 2023, 145(11): 111701.
Paper No: MD-23-1045
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062981
Published Online: August 16, 2023
View Article titled, Multidomain Synthesis of Optimal Vibration Suppression Systems
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Topics: Damping, Design, Pistons, Vibration suppression, Optimization, Modeling, Stiffness, Design methodology, Vibration absorbers, Fluids
Journal Articles

G-Puzzle: Infilling 3D Models With Reinforced G-Lattices

Arash Armanfar, Ersan Ustundag, Erkan Gunpinar
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
Publisher: ASME
J. Mech. Des. October 2023, 145(10): 101702.
Paper No: MD-23-1265
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062832
Published Online: July 19, 2023
View Article titled, G-Puzzle: Infilling 3D Models With Reinforced G-Lattices
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Topics: Displacement, Optimization, Stiffness, Struts (Engineering), Three-dimensional models, Finite element analysis, Design, Compression, Mechanical properties
Journal Articles

A Unified Inverse Design and Optimization Workflow for the Miura-oRing Metastructure

Yao Chen, Jiayao Shi, Ruoqi He, Chenhao Lu, Pan Shi, Jian Feng, Pooya Sareh
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2023, 145(9): 091704.
Paper No: MD-22-1714
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062667
Published Online: June 23, 2023
View Article titled, A Unified Inverse Design and Optimization Workflow for the Miura-oRing Metastructure
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Topics: Design, Workflow, Optimization, Stiffness
Journal Articles

Compliant Joints Utilizing the Principle of Closed Form Pressure Balancing

Dave D. Sonneveld, Joep P.A. Nijssen, Ron A.J. van Ostayen
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. August 2023, 145(8): 083601.
Paper No: MD-22-1480
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062583
Published Online: June 9, 2023
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Topics: Design, Pressure, Rotation, Stiffness, Finite element model, Shear (Mechanics), Optimization
Journal Articles

Zero-Free-Length Elastic System for Gravity Compensation of Parallel Mechanisms With Delta and Delta-Like Architectures

Lixing Jin, Quanbin Lai, Rui Ma, Weijun Zhang, Xingguang Duan, Changsheng Li
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. November 2022, 144(11): 113301.
Paper No: MD-22-1211
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054909
Published Online: July 22, 2022
View Article titled, Zero-Free-Length Elastic System for Gravity Compensation of Parallel Mechanisms With Delta and Delta-Like Architectures
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Topics: Gravity (Force), Springs, Stiffness, Parallel mechanisms
Journal Articles

Research on Multiobjective Optimization Design of Meshing Performance and Dynamic Characteristics of Herringbone Gear Pair Under 3D Modification

Zhibin Li, Sanmin Wang, Fei Li, Linlin Li, HaoRan Zou, Linlin Liu
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. October 2022, 144(10): 103401.
Paper No: MD-22-1185
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054809
Published Online: July 1, 2022
View Article titled, Research on Multiobjective Optimization Design of Meshing Performance and Dynamic Characteristics of Herringbone Gear Pair Under 3D Modification
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Topics: Double helical gears, Errors, Gears, Pareto optimization, Stress, Optimization, Stiffness
Journal Articles

A Novel Design of Torsion Spring-Connected Nonlinear Stiffness Actuator Based on Cam Mechanism

Xiangxu Qu, Dongxing Cao, Ruheng Qu, Guyu Zhang, Shan Zhang
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. August 2022, 144(8): 083303.
Paper No: MD-21-1349
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054116
Published Online: April 22, 2022
View Article titled, A Novel Design of Torsion Spring-Connected Nonlinear Stiffness Actuator Based on Cam Mechanism
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Topics: Design, Springs, Stiffness, Torque, Torsion, Actuators, Deflection
Journal Articles

Compliance Realization With Planar Serial Mechanisms Having Fixed Link Lengths

Shuguang Huang, Joseph M. Schimmels
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. August 2022, 144(8): 083301.
Paper No: MD-21-1615
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4053819
Published Online: March 31, 2022
View Article titled, Compliance Realization With Planar Serial Mechanisms Having Fixed Link Lengths
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Topics: Construction, Geometry, Screws, Stiffness, Elasticity, Compliant mechanisms, Manipulators
Journal Articles

A Compact Mirror-Symmetrical XY Compliant Parallel Manipulator for Minimizing Parasitic Rotations

Jiaxiang Zhu, Guangbo Hao, Shiyao Li, Xianwen Kong
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. July 2022, 144(7): 073303.
Paper No: MD-21-1583
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4053818
Published Online: March 24, 2022
View Article titled, A Compact Mirror-Symmetrical XY Compliant Parallel Manipulator for Minimizing Parasitic Rotations
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Topics: Design, Errors, Finite element analysis, Manipulators, Mirrors, Rotation, Stiffness, Displacement, Actuators, Stress
Journal Articles

A Statically Balanced Compliant Ortho-Planar Mechanism for Low-Frequency Energy Harvesting

T.W.A. Blad, R.A.J. van Ostayen, J.L. Herder, N. Tolou
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. July 2022, 144(7): 073302.
Paper No: MD-21-1336
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4053280
Published Online: February 15, 2022
View Article titled, A Statically Balanced Compliant Ortho-Planar Mechanism for Low-Frequency Energy Harvesting
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Topics: Deflection, Energy harvesting, Stiffness, Design, Buckling, Finite element model, Design engineering, Stress, Displacement
Journal Articles

A Large Range Compliant Nano-Manipulator Supporting Electron Beam Lithography

Yijie Liu, Zhen Zhang
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. April 2022, 144(4): 043303.
Paper No: MD-21-1359
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4053462
Published Online: February 15, 2022
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Topics: Design, Electron beams, Manipulators, Stiffness, Optimization, Compliant mechanisms, Lithography, Displacement
Journal Articles

Design and Analysis of a Compact Piezo-Actuated Microgripper With a Large Amplification Ratio

Fangxin Chen, Qianjun Zhang, Yongzhuo Gao, Wei Dong
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. May 2022, 144(5): 054503.
Paper No: MD-21-1652
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4053113
Published Online: December 20, 2021
View Article titled, Design and Analysis of a Compact Piezo-Actuated Microgripper With a Large Amplification Ratio
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Topics: Bending (Stress), Design, Finite element analysis, Hinges, Kinematics, Modeling, Stiffness, Displacement, Statics
Journal Articles

Design and Experimental Characterization of Hydraulically Actuated Revolute Joint Based on Multimaterial Additive Manufacturing

A. Pfeil, M. Siegfarth, T. P. Pusch, L. Barbé, F. Geiskopf, P. Renaud
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Design Innovation Paper
J. Mech. Des. May 2022, 144(5): 055001.
Paper No: MD-21-1465
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4052905
Published Online: December 6, 2021
View Article titled, Design and Experimental Characterization of Hydraulically Actuated Revolute Joint Based on Multimaterial Additive Manufacturing
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Topics: Design, Stiffness, Additive manufacturing, Gears, Geometry, Rotation
Journal Articles

Extended Dynamic Stiffness Model for Analyzing Flexure-Hinge Mechanisms With Lumped Compliance

Mingxiang Ling, Xianmin Zhang, Junyi Cao
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. January 2022, 144(1): 013304.
Paper No: MD-21-1213
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4051891
Published Online: August 12, 2021
View Article titled, Extended Dynamic Stiffness Model for Analyzing Flexure-Hinge Mechanisms With Lumped Compliance
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Topics: Bending (Stress), Hinges, Stiffness, Compliant mechanisms
Journal Articles

Design of a Flexure Rotational Time Base With Varying Inertia

E. Thalmann, S. Henein
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Design Innovation Paper
J. Mech. Des. November 2021, 143(11): 115001.
Paper No: MD-20-1597
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4050558
Published Online: May 14, 2021
View Article titled, Design of a Flexure Rotational Time Base With Varying Inertia
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Topics: Bending (Stress), Design, Inertia (Mechanics), Rotation, Stiffness
Journal Articles

Lattice Structure Optimization With Orientation-Dependent Material Properties

Conner Sharpe, Carolyn C. Seepersad
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2021, 143(9): 091708.
Paper No: MD-20-1473
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4050299
Published Online: March 24, 2021
View Article titled, Lattice Structure Optimization With Orientation-Dependent Material Properties
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Topics: Design, Optimization, Rotation, Struts (Engineering), Materials properties, Stiffness, Geometry
Journal Articles

Bridging Topological Results and Thin-Walled Frame Structures Considering Manufacturability

Jiantao Bai, Yanfang Zhao, Guangwei Meng, Wenjie Zuo
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2021, 143(9): 091706.
Paper No: MD-20-1512
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4050300
Published Online: March 19, 2021
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Topics: Cross section (Physics), Design, Mechanical properties, Optimization, Topology, Manufacturing, Stiffness, Automobiles
Journal Articles

Topology Optimization of Linkage Mechanisms Simultaneously Considering Both Kinematic and Compliance Characteristics

Sang Min Han, Yoon Young Kim
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. June 2021, 143(6): 061704.
Paper No: MD-20-1214
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4048411
Published Online: November 20, 2020
View Article titled, Topology Optimization of Linkage Mechanisms Simultaneously Considering Both Kinematic and Compliance Characteristics
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Topics: Design, Kinematics, Linkages, Optimization, Springs, Topology, Stiffness, Bushings