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RISA Recursive Quadratic Programming Based Method for Estimating Parameter Sensitivity Derivatives
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Parameter sensitivity analysis is defined as the estimation of changes in the modeling functions and design point due to small changes in the fixed parameters of the formulation. There are ...
Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization of Discrete Problems Using Response Surface Methods
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The objective of this paper is to present a new algorithm to efficiently optimize multidisciplinary, coupled nonhierarchic systems with discrete variables. The algorithm decomposes the system into ...
The Generalized Reduced Gradient Method: A Reliable Tool for Optimal Design
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: This paper is a presentation of a method, called the Generalized Reduced Gradient Method, which has not received wide attention in the engineering design literature. Included is a theoretical ...
Large Scale Nonlinear Programming Using The Generalized Reduced Gradient Method
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: An extension of the generalized reduced gradient (GRG) method to large scale nonlinear programs with nonlinear constraints is discussed. The approach presented here represents the adoption of ...
An Investigation of Pshenichnyi’s Recursive Quadratic Programming Method for Engineering Optimization
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: This paper discusses Pshenichnyi’s recursive quadratic programming algorithm for use in engineering optimization problems. An evaluation of the original algorithm is offered and several modifications ...
Resolving Degeneracy in the Generalized Reduced Gradient Method
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The Generalized Reduced Gradient (GRG) method has proven to be one of the more robust and efficient algorithms currently available for solving nonlinear programming problems. The method divides ...
The Optimal Design of a Rotary Type Actuator for Magnetic Disk Drives
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: One of the most important assemblies in any computer disk drive is the actuator which positions the read/write coil over the disk. Historically, actuators have been of the linear type, but ...
A Hybrid Variable Metric Update for the Recursive Quadratic Programming Method
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The Recursive Quadratic Programming (RQP) method has become known as one of the most effective and efficient algorithms for solving engineering optimization problems. The RQP method uses variable ...
Enumerating Possible Design Options for Integral Attachment Using a Hierarchical Classification Scheme
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The proliferation of plastic in parts, and the ability to mold such parts of great complexity at little cost penalty, has resulted in the growing use of integral attachment in the form of ...
Application of a New Penalty Function Method to Design Optimization
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: This paper presents Schuldt’s Method of Multipliers for nonlinear programming problems. The basics of this new exterior penalty function method are discussed with emphasis upon the ease of ...