Advanced Concepts in Mechanical Engineering I

Preface and Committees
Chapter 1: Design and Research of Mechanisms and Machines
Assessment of Systems for Carrying out of Planar Biaxial Tensile Test
Compounding of Concurential Rotation Movements
The Influence of the Pinion-Shaft Deflection on the Dynamic Characteristics of Helical Gear Pairs
Optimization Design for Car Suspension Elastic Elements
Consideration Regarding the Inverse Kinematics of a Rowing Skiff under the Action of the Oars Movement
Chain Tracking System for Solar Thermal Collector
Algorithms for Noncircular Gear Pitch Curves Generation
Singularities Classification for Structural Groups of Dyad Type
Transmission Indices Adoption for 6R Structural Group
Naval Centrifugal Compressor Design Using CAD Solutions
Naval Standard Safety Valve Design Using CAD Solutions
Mechanical Characteristics of Electronic Printed Circuit Obtained by the Vapour Phase Soldering Process
Evaluation of Loss of Mass due to Corrosion Using Vibration-Based Methods
Simulation of the Tooth Helix Angle Influence on the Vibration of a Single Stage Helical Gearbox
Some Aspects Regarding the Mathematical Modeling and Dynamic Simulation of a Single Stage Helical Gearbox
On the Synthesis of a Five Bar Linkage for Linear Trajectory Using a CAD Analysis
Low Speed Linear Actuator for Accurate Orientation of Concentrated Solar Convertors
On a New Parallel Tracking System for Accurate Orientation of Concentrated Solar Convertors
Geometrico-Static Modeling and Simulation of the Contact between Chain and Guide of a Reference Transmission
Contribution on the Optimization of the Spur Gears Design Process Using Software Application
Graphic Method Profiling of the End Mill Cutter Generating the Screw Compressor Rotor
ZPA Worms - Definition and Technology
Planetary Gear for Counter-Rotating Wind Turbines
Virtual Model to Generate Motions on Cyclic Trajectories
Dynamic Optimization of a Single-Seater Car Suspension System
Structural Synthesis of Parallel Linkages by Multibody Systems Method
Chapter 2: Mechanics of Deformable Bodies
Some Consideration Regarding the Models for Collisions with Plastic Indentation
Optimizing the Shape and Size of Cruciform Specimens Used for Biaxial Tensile Test
V-Beam Thermal Actuator's Performance Analysis Using Digital Image Correlation
Fatigue Analysis of Large Diameter Threaded Connections Subjected to Dynamic Axial Loads
Stress Analysis and Optimal Design of the Housing of a Two-Stage Gear Reducer
Experimental Analysis Regarding the Degree of Plastic Deformation of Fractured Surfaces under da/dN, KIc and JIc Determination
The Influence of the Fatigue Cycles Number on Material Hardness
Influence of Several Parameters on Simulating the Ballistic Impact on a Homogenous Plate
An Analytical Solution for Three-Dimensional Elliptical Elastic-Plastic Rolling Contact
Residual Stresses in Cylindrical Roller Bearings - A Three-Dimensional Analysis Model
Design of Experimental Test Bench for Determining the Stresses and Strains State of Guitar Neck
Mechanical Behavior of Guitar Neck under Simple Bending Stress Analyzed with Finite Elements Method
Chapter 3: Structural Engineering
Deployable Structures for Architectural Applications - A Short Review
Optimal Configuration of Fluid Viscoelastic Seismic Dampers on a Ten Stories Building Using Finite Elements Method
Influence of Non-Linear Properties of Fluid Viscoelastic Properties on Seismic Damping Properties of a Ten Stories Building Using ANSYS Program
Experimental Determinations and Comparative Studies of the Stiffness for Some Sandwich Bars Reinforced with Metal Fabric
Experimental Determinations of the Eigenmodes for Sandwich Bars with Different Core Reinforced with Metal Fabric
Vibration-Based Crack Detection in L-Frames
Chapter 4: Applied Tribology
Influence of the Geometry on the Rolling Friction Torque in Lubricated Ball-Race Contacts
Misalignment Effects in Cylindrical Roller Bearings
A Comparing Tribological Study of PBT and PBT with Aramid Fibers, for Block-on-Ring Dry Regime
Study on the Defects Size of Ball Bearings Elements Using Vibration Analysis
Researches Concerning Friction Influence on Material Cold-Hardening in High Precision Stamping
The Influence of the Misalignment on Load Distribution in Angular Contact Ball Bearings
Influence of the Contact Pressure on the Rolling Resistance Moments in Dry Ball-Race Contacts
Rolling Bearings Greases Deterioration: Structure, Chemical Composition, Rheology, Service Life Correlations
Wear Prediction in Wheel-Rail Contact under Partial Slip Conditions
Tribological Study of Ecological Lubricants Containing Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles
The Influence of Substrate on the Mechanical and Tribological Characteristics of MEMS Materials for Space Applications
About the Friction of the Wiper Windscreen Contact
Friction Torque Measurement in Partial Hybrid S-C Angular Contact Ball Bearings
Wear Model of Sliding Motion Flat Surfaces Used in Mechanical Engineering
Non Hertzian Contact Model for Tooth Contact Analysis of Spur Gear with Lead Crowning
Dependence between the Favourable Initial (Residual) Stresses and Durability of the Ball Screws
About an Experimental Modeling of Steel Surfaces Wear in Injection of Plastic Composites with Short Glass Fibres
Friction in Bearings of Parallel Axes Transmissions
Jacq Effect Influence on Thermomechanical Contact Fatigue
Experimental Rig for Measuring Lubricant Film Thickness in Rolling Bearings
Chapter 5: Biomechanics in Biomedical Engineering
Stress Study of Removable Partial Denture with Attachments Using Finite Element Analysis
Some Aspects Concerning Modeling the Eye Plant without Ocular Deviations
Modeling of the Seated Human Body in a Vibrational Medium
Analysis and Simulation of Gait Types with Blocked Joints
Evaluation of Comfort Degree for Pushing/Pulling Motions under the Influence of Controlled Induced Vibrations in the Fingers-Hand-Arm Assembly
Prehension of the Small Cylindrical Objects by the Human Fingers: Friction and Adherence Processes
Techniques, Methods and Instruments for Human Bone Virtual Re-Construction - Main Human Movements Simulations
Performance Optimization of Blunt-Prosthesis-Rod Complex with Tribological Considerations
Fracture Resistance of Prosthetic Restored Teeth with Fiberglass Posts versus Metallic Posts
3D Analysis for Identification of the Proper Type of Post to Restore the Endodontic Treated Teeth
Modeling and Simulation of Physical Parameters of Human Respiratory System
New Design Concept for Reducing Torque Wear on Implant
Interaction of Particles with the Pulmonary Interface: Effects on Surface Elasticity
Role of Surface Industrial Finishing Process of Joint Implant UHMWPE on their Tribological Behaviour
Modeling and Design of Prosthetic Abutment System to Evaluate the Complex Interface
Role of Synovial Fluid Constituents on Tribological Behavior of Synovial Joints - Application for Developing Novel Therapeutic Substitutes
Conceptual Design of a Mechatronic System for Supporting Basic Quality of Life of Bedridden Elderly People
Modeling and Simulation Keloid Scar Formation from Biphasic Contact Blunt-Prosthesis
The Kinematic Model with Three Degrees of Freedom Associated to the Direct Throwing in Basketball Game
Biomechanical Aspects of the Lower Limb Positions to the Direct Free Kick at Football
Structural and Kinematic Aspects of a New Ankle Rehabilitation Device
Experimental Validation of a Finite Element Model of an Osteoporotic Human Femoral Bone Using Strain Gauge Measurement
Experimental Measurement of Flexion-Extension in Normal and Osteoarthritic Knee during Sit-to-Stand Movement
Stresses and Displacements for Virtual Models of Healthy and Osteoarthritic Knee Joint
Chapter 6: Mechatronics, Robotics and Automated Production Systems
Innovative Bidimensional Absolute Transducer Based on Video Detection for Positioning into Micro Assembly Processes
Hardware Structures for High Precision Pneutronic Systems
Proportional Hydraulic Flow Control Valves with Simple and Differential Command
3D CAD, CAM and Rapid Prototyping Applied for Cam Fabrication
New Solution for Telescopic Robotic Arm
A Workspace Characterization of the 3-RRR Planar Parallel Mechanism
Problems Regarding Singularities Analysis of a 3-RRR Parallel Mechanism
Low Cost Device for Experimental Tests of Electrorheological Fluids
Hexapod Locomotion of a Leg-Wheel Hybrid Mobile Robot
Odometry Aspects of an Omni-Directional Mobile Robot with Modified Mecanum Wheels
Planar Robot Grasping Planning Based on Symmetry
Teodor: A Semi-Autonomous Search and Rescue and Demining Robot
An Overview on Accuracy and Calibration Methods for Manipulators
Designing Search and Rescue Robots towards Realistic User Requirements
Remote Controlled Wheeled Mobile Robot for Humanitarian Demining Purposes
Optimal Design of the Control System for an Industrial Robot Using DOE Technique and Regression Model
Virtual Planning of Robot Trajectories for Spray Painting Applications
Method and Software for Analyzing the Assembly/Disassembly Operations of Mechanical Products
Positioning Systems Actuated by Corrugated Tube Elements
Development of a Quality Indicator System for Haptic Exoskeleton Modules
Control Characteristics of Haptic Exoskeleton Elbow Module Used in Space Robotised Applications
Comparative Analysis of the Structures 4R and 3T Robots
Finishing System Based on Ultrasonic Computerized Processes for Textiles
Augmented Reality Used for Robot Remote Control in Educational Laboratories
Image Processing and Artificial Neural Network for Robot Application
Analysis of the Trajectory Shape Described by a Robotic Leg during a Walking Sequence
Modal Analysis of a MEMS Cantilever
Dynamic Behavior of MEMS Resonators
Parameter Identification and Modeling of a Pneumatic Proportional Valve with Applicability in Control Design of Servo-Pneumatic Systems
Improving the Image Accuracy for Grasping
Gripper System for Handling the Book on the Library Shelf Out
The Structure, Work Space and Direct Kinematic of the Robots with 8 Axes of Type T Normal R Parallel (PM)(OM)
Development of the Microrobot for Indoor Pipeline
Validation of the Expert System Used for Optimum Gripping Surfaces Identification for an Injection-Molded Part
Method Used to Identify the Optimum Gripping Surfaces for an Injection-Molded Part