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A 2D finite element based approach to predict the temperature field in polymer spur gear transmissions
Elsevier (2019)This article describes a new numerical approach to determine the temperature field of polymer spur gears during their operation. The approach is based on an uncoupled procedure in which a mechanical problem is solved to ... -
A calibrated database of kinematics and EMG of the forearm and hand during activities of daily living
Nature Research (2019)Linking hand kinematics and forearm muscle activity is a challenging and crucial problem for several domains, such as prosthetics, 3D modelling or rehabilitation. To advance in this relationship between hand kinematics and ...
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A case study on the application of passive control and seismic isolation techniques to cable-stayed bridges: A comparative investigation through non-linear dynamic analyses
Elsevier (2015-09-15)This paper investigates the seismic performance of an existing steel cable-stayed bridge located in a high seismic zone. In 1988 the structure experienced the failure of one of its anchorage plates needing closure and ... -
A case study on the use of model quality testing tools for the assessment of MCAD models and drawings
Ahmad Ibrahim (2017-08)In this paper, we build on the idea that specialized instruction improves the overall quality of CAD documents by guiding students into selecting the most suitable modeling strategies and approaches. To this end, automatic ...
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A CFD-DEM solver to model bubbly flow. Part I: Model development and assessment in upward vertical pipes
Elsevier (2018-02-02)In the computational modeling of two-phase flow, many uncertainties are usually faced in simulations and validations with experiments. This has traditionally made it difficult to provide a general method to predict the ...
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A CFD-DEM solver to model bubbly flow. Part II: Critical validation in upward vertical pipes including axial evolution
Elsevier (2018-02-23)In the computational modeling of two-phase flow, many uncertainties are usually faced in simulations and validations with experiments. This has traditionally made it difficult to provide a general method to predict the ...
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A comparison between the modeling of a reciprocating compressor using artificial neural network and physical model
Elsevier (2015)This article presents the development, validation, and comparison of two methods for modeling a reciprocating compressor. Initially, the physical mode is based on eight internal sub-processes that incorporate infinitesimal ...
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A comparison of analytical methods to predict the bulk temperature in polymer spur gears
Elsevier (2022-04-06)The mechanical properties of polymer gear transmissions are dependent on the operating temperature. Therefore, the prediction of the temperature of polymer gears is an important step during the design process. In this ...
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A Comprehensive Energy Model for an Optimal Design of a Hybrid Refrigerated Van
MDPI (2022-07-02)The path towards decarbonization requires a progressive adaptation of all refrigeration systems, but only stationary ones have been intensely studied to improve their environmental performance. However, refrigerated transport ...
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A comprehensive hydrodynamic analysis of a full-scale oxidation ditch using Population Balance Modelling in CFD simulation
Elsevier (2019-10-15)This work exhibits the importance of the experimental validation when full-scale computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models are developed to provide a detailed analysis of the spatial variations in 3D of the fluid flow ...
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A constraint redundancy elimination strategy to improve design reuse in parametric modeling
Elsevier (2021-08)Strategies for design reuse play a fundamental role in the development of products that change and evolve over time. Design changes often involve modifications in the geometry of parts and assemblies, which are driven by ...
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A decision support tool for communicating the environmnetlal performance of products and ornganisations from the ceramic sector (Epub ahead of print)
Springer Verlag (2016-01)This paper presents a tool designed to facilitate the communication of environmental information in the ceramic sector, both for companies and products. Specifically, the communication tool allows the environmental product ...
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A Distributed Mesh Generation Study Case through a Customizable Platform as a Service Framework
SciTePress (2021)The quality of a mesh can determine the accuracy of a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation. In fact, meshing is not only a user highly time-consuming endeavor but also demands a lot of computational power. The ...
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A dynamic model of a shell-and-tube condenser operating in a vapour compression refrigeration plant
Elsevier (2008)This work presents a mathematical model of a shell-and-tube condenser based on mass continuity, energy conservation and heat transfer physical fundamentals, whose methodology can be easily adapted for modelling any type ...
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A fair method for the calculation of the external costs of road traffic noise according to the Eurovignette Directive
Elsevier (2013-10)This paper presents calculations of the costs of road traffic noise in Europe that include the development of improved noise weighting factors according to vehicle class, speed and time of the day. The Eurovignette Directive ...
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A Finite Element Model for Consideration of the Torsional Effect on the Bearing Contact of Gear Drives
ASME The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (2012)The finite element method is widely applied for the determination of contact and bending stresses in gear drives. It is based on the finite element model of the gear drive that is built by the discretization of the pinion ...
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A Functional Classification of Text Annotations for Engineering Design
Elsevier (2023-02-04)Describing and supplementing geometric shapes (parts) and layouts (assemblies) with relevant information is key for successful product design communication. 3D annotation tools are widely available in commercial systems, ...
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A GIS-based methodology for the appraisal of historical, architectural, and social values in historic urban cores
Elsevier (2020-06-03)Historic environments represent the evolution of materials and techniques that have been used for the construction these environments over the centuries. Entering into the study of this field entails working not only on ...
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A gripper for delicate edible manipulation
Elsevier (2023-09-25)The general manipulation of delicate edible products requires of specific grippers able to firmly grasp these kind of products without damaging them. To address this problem we follow a soft and variable-stiffness approach. ...
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A holistic review of applied methodologies for assessing and selecting the optimal technological alternative from a sustainability perspective
Elsevier (2014-02)Assessing and selecting the optimal technological alternatives in industrial sector is a fundamental tool to improve and adapt the industrial processes to the European legislation, which encourages the incorporation of new ...
