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March 2006
ISSN 1050-0472
EISSN 1528-9001
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Editorial
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 325.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2183767
Topics:
Design engineering
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Robotics
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Teams
Research Papers
Relative Entropy Based Method for Probabilistic Sensitivity Analysis in Engineering Design
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 326–336.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2159025
Topics:
Design
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Entropy
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Reliability
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Sensitivity analysis
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Uncertainty
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Probability
,
Engineering design
Optimal Synthesis of Compliant Mechanisms Using Subdivision and Commercial FEA
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 337–348.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2159026
Topics:
Compliant mechanisms
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Design
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Finite element analysis
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Optimization
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Topology
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Solid models
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Engineering prototypes
Kinematic Registration in 3D Using the 2D Reuleaux Method
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 349–355.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2159027
Topics:
Displacement
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Kinematics
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Rotation
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Computation
Geometric Design of Three-Phalanx Underactuated Fingers
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 356–364.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2159029
Topics:
Actuators
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Design
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Equilibrium (Physics)
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Linkages
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Stability
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Tendons
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Trajectories (Physics)
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Pulleys
Determination of the Link Lengths for a Spatial 3-DOF Parallel Manipulator
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 365–373.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2159028
Topics:
Manipulators
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Design
On Generating a Class of Foldable Six-Bar Spatial Linkages
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 374–383.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2166853
Topological Representations and Characteristics of Variable Kinematic Joints
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 384–391.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2166854
Topics:
Kinematics
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Topology
Sensitivity Analysis of the Orthoglide: A Three-DOF Translational Parallel Kinematic Machine
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 392–402.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2166852
Topics:
Design
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End effectors
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Errors
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Kinematics
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Manipulators
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Sensitivity analysis
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Machinery
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Kinematic analysis
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Linkages
Modeling of a Fully Flexible 3PRS Manipulator for Vibration Analysis
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 403–412.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2167655
Topics:
Finite element analysis
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Manipulators
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Modeling
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Sensitivity analysis
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Simulation
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Springs
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Stiffness
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Vibration analysis
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Eigenvalues
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Frequency response
Mechanical Design of a Robotic System for Automatic Installation of Magnetic Markers on the Roadway
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 413–421.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2167654
Topics:
Design
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Design engineering
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Drilling
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Drills (Tools)
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Magnets
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Roads
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Robotics
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Rollers
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Signals
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Vibration
The Design of a Chain of Spherical Stephenson Mechanisms for a Gearless Robotic Pitch-Roll Wrist
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 422–429.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2167653
Topics:
Design
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Linkages
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Chain
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Robotics
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Cams
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Dimensions
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Kinematics
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Manipulators
Design of High-Stiffness Five-Bar and Seven-Bar Linkage Structures by Using the Concept of Orthogonal Paths
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 430–435.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2167652
Symmetrical Coupler Curve and Singular Point Classification in Planar and Spherical Swinging-Block Linkages
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 436–443.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2167651
Topics:
Linkages
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Symmetry (Physics)
Helical Gears, Effects of Tooth Deviations and Tooth Modifications on Load Sharing and Fillet Stresses
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 444–456.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2167650
Fourth-Order Kinematic Synthesis for Face-Milling Spiral Bevel Gears With Modified Radial Motion (MRM) Correction
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 457–467.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2168466
Topics:
Gears
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Generators
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Kinematics
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Machinery
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Milling
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Spiral bevel gears
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Rotation
,
Gear teeth
A New Proposal for Explicit Angle Calculation in Angular Contact Ball Bearing
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 468–478.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2168467
Topics:
Ball bearings
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Bearings
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Errors
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Stress
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Algorithms
Development of Analytical Model of Cantilever Hook Performance
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 479–493.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2168468
Topics:
Cantilevers
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Snap fitting
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Design
,
Deformation
Mechanics and Sliding Friction in Belt Drives With Pulley Grooves
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 494–502.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2168469
Technical Briefs
Design Optimization of Hierarchically Decomposed Multilevel Systems Under Uncertainty
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 503–508.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2168470
Topics:
Design
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Optimization
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Uncertainty
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Approximation
A Note on the Waldron Construction for Transmission Angle Rectification
J. Mech. Des. March 2006, 128(2): 509–512.
doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2168471
Topics:
Construction
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Kinematics
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Linkages
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Circuits
,
Design