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A Thickness-Accommodating Method for Void-Free Design in Uniformly Thick Origami

Tae-Hyun Kim, Keon-Ik Jang, Dae-Young Lee, Jae-Hung Han
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. December 2023, 145(12): 123301.
Paper No: MD-23-1213
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4063159
Published Online: August 29, 2023
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Topics: Design, Engineering prototypes, Membranes
Journal Articles

Design of a Stiffened Space Membrane Structure Using Explicit Topology Optimization

Yue Wang, Hua Zhang, Zongliang Du, Weisheng Zhang, Xu Guo
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. December 2022, 144(12): 121701.
Paper No: MD-21-1790
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055375
Published Online: September 20, 2022
View Article titled, Design of a Stiffened Space Membrane Structure Using Explicit Topology Optimization
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Topics: Design, Membranes, Optimization, Topology
Journal Articles

A Hybrid Computational and Analytical Model of Inline Drip Emitters

Jaya Narain, Amos G. Winter V
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. July 2019, 141(7): 071405.
Paper No: MD-18-1484
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4042613
Published Online: March 28, 2019
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Topics: Flow (Dynamics), Membranes, Pressure, Deflection, Geometry
Journal Articles

Performance Prediction and Scaling Laws of Circular Dielectric Elastomer Membrane Actuators

Steffen Hau, Alexander York, Gianluca Rizzello, Stefan Seelecke
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. November 2018, 140(11): 113501.
Paper No: MD-17-1599
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4039104
Published Online: September 7, 2018
View Article titled, Performance Prediction and Scaling Laws of Circular Dielectric Elastomer Membrane Actuators
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Topics: Actuators, Design, Displacement, Elastomers, Electrodes, Geometry, Membranes, Scaling laws (Mathematical physics), Stress, Computation
Journal Articles

Membrane-Enhanced Lamina Emergent Torsional Joints for Surrogate Folds

Guimin Chen, Spencer P. Magleby, Larry L. Howell
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. June 2018, 140(6): 062303.
Paper No: MD-17-1601
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4039852
Published Online: April 17, 2018
View Article titled, Membrane-Enhanced Lamina Emergent Torsional Joints for Surrogate Folds
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Topics: Membranes, Stiffness, Torsion
Journal Articles

Experimental Validation of Surrogate Models for Predicting the Draping of Physical Interpolating Surfaces

Esben Toke Christensen, Erik Lund, Esben Lindgaard
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. January 2018, 140(1): 011401.
Paper No: MD-16-1742
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4038073
Published Online: November 9, 2017
View Article titled, Experimental Validation of Surrogate Models for Predicting the Draping of Physical Interpolating Surfaces
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Topics: Actuators, Finite element model, Shapes, Principal component analysis, Membranes, Modeling, Design
Journal Articles

Design of Deployable Membranes Using Conformal Mapping

Sachiko Ishida, Taketoshi Nojima, Ichiro Hagiwara
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. June 2015, 137(6): 061404.
Paper No: MD-14-1395
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4030296
Published Online: June 1, 2015
View Article titled, Design of Deployable Membranes Using Conformal Mapping
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Topics: Design, Membranes
Journal Articles

Design and Control Concept for Reconfigurable Architecture

Eftychios G. Christoforou, Andreas Müller, Marios C. Phocas, Maria Matheou, Socrates Arnos
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. April 2015, 137(4): 042302.
Paper No: MD-13-1371
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029617
Published Online: April 1, 2015
View Article titled, Design and Control Concept for Reconfigurable Architecture
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Topics: Actuators, Brakes, Design, Kinematics, Linkages, Shapes, Simulation, Membranes, Robotics
Journal Articles

A Computer Architecture for the Automatic Design of Modular Systems With Application to Photovoltaic Reverse Osmosis

Amy M. Bilton, Steven Dubowsky
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. October 2014, 136(10): 101401.
Paper No: MD-13-1524
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027879
Published Online: July 21, 2014
View Article titled, A Computer Architecture for the Automatic Design of Modular Systems With Application to Photovoltaic Reverse Osmosis
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Topics: Design, Filters, Water, Pumps, Energy recovery, Modeling, Membranes
Journal Articles

Mathematical Approach to Model Foldable Conical Structures Using Conformal Mapping

Sachiko Ishida, Taketoshi Nojima, Ichiro Hagiwara
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. September 2014, 136(9): 091007.
Paper No: MD-13-1298
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027848
Published Online: June 26, 2014
View Article titled, Mathematical Approach to Model Foldable Conical Structures Using Conformal Mapping
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Topics: Design, Flow (Dynamics), Fluid dynamics, Modeling, Membranes
Journal Articles

Accommodating Thickness in Origami-Based Deployable Arrays

Shannon A. Zirbel, Robert J. Lang, Mark W. Thomson, Deborah A. Sigel, Phillip E. Walkemeyer, Brian P. Trease, Spencer P. Magleby, Larry L. Howell
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. November 2013, 135(11): 111005.
Paper No: MD-13-1046
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025372
Published Online: October 3, 2013
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Topics: Design, Membranes, Solar cell arrays, Separation (Technology), Optimization, Hinges, Cylinders, Engineering prototypes
Journal Articles

An Analytical Model for a Piezoelectric Axially Driven Membrane Microcompressor for Optimum Scaled Down Design

M. J. Simon, V. M. Bright, R. Radebaugh, Y. C. Lee
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. January 2012, 134(1): 011006.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4005329
Published Online: January 4, 2012
View Article titled, An Analytical Model for a Piezoelectric Axially Driven Membrane Microcompressor for Optimum Scaled Down Design
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Topics: Actuators, Membranes, Design, Compression
Journal Articles

Study of a MEMS-Based Free Piston Expander for Energy Sustainability

Leland W. Weiss
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2010, 132(9): 091002.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4002083
Published Online: August 30, 2010
View Article titled, Study of a MEMS-Based Free Piston Expander for Energy Sustainability
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Topics: Membranes, Pistons, Design, Pressure, Fluids, Energy sustainability
Journal Articles

The Deployment of Curved Closed Tubes

G. Greschik, K. C. Park
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 1996, 118(3): 337–339.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2826889
Published Online: September 1, 1996
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Topics: Collapse, Membranes, Storage
Journal Articles

Helically Curved Unfurlable Structural Elements: Kinematic Analysis and Laboratory Demonstration

G. Greschik, K. C. Park, M. Natori
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. March 1996, 118(1): 22–28.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2826852
Published Online: March 1, 1996
View Article titled, Helically Curved Unfurlable Structural Elements: Kinematic Analysis and Laboratory Demonstration
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Topics: Kinematic analysis, Structural elements (Construction), Membranes, Copper, Fibers, Geometry, Kinematics, Storage, Strips
Journal Articles

Design Sensitivity Analysis and Optimization of Nonlinear Structural Systems With Critical Loads

Jong Sang Park, Kyung K. Choi
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. June 1992, 114(2): 305–312.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2916947
Published Online: June 1, 1992
View Article titled, Design Sensitivity Analysis and Optimization of Nonlinear Structural Systems With Critical Loads
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Topics: Design sensitivity analysis, Optimization, Stress, Design, Shape design, Eigenvalues, Equilibrium (Physics), Finite element analysis, Membranes, Numerical analysis
Journal Articles

Compromise: An Effective Approach for Designing Composite Conical Shell Structures

W. J. Fuchs, H. M. Karandikar, F. Mistree, H. A. Eschenauer
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 1990, 112(3): 362–368.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2912616
Published Online: September 1, 1990
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Topics: Composite materials, Design, Shells, Fibers, Deformation, Failure, Laminates, Membranes, Pressure, Stress
Journal Articles

Optimal Solutions for Nonhomogeneous Multiply-Connected Torsional Sections

A. Mioduchowski, M. G. Faulkner, B. Kim
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. March 1989, 111(1): 87–93.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3258976
Published Online: March 1, 1989
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Topics: Boundary-value problems, Computer simulation, Engineering instruments, Membranes, Optimization, Torsion
Journal Articles

A Design Methodology for Obtaining Infinite Stiffness in an Aerostatic Thrust Bearing

Michael R. Bryant, Steven A. Velinsky, Norman H. Beachley, Frank J. Fronczak
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. December 1986, 108(4): 448–453.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3258753
Published Online: December 1, 1986
View Article titled, A Design Methodology for Obtaining Infinite Stiffness in an Aerostatic Thrust Bearing
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Topics: Design methodology, Stiffness, Thrust bearings, Bearings, Design, Membranes, Algorithms, Dimensional analysis, Optimization, Scaling laws (Mathematical physics)