Abstract: Bolted joints are commonly used structural connections as they provide a strong secure joint along with ease of assembly/disassembly. While analytical models for the axial stiffness of bolted joints are well developed, ...

Abstract: This paper applies linear elastic theory and Castigliano's first theorem to design nonlinear (stiffening) flexures used as load cells with both large force range and large resolution. Low stiffness at small forces causes ...

Abstract: Incremental sheet forming (ISF) offers great flexibility in producing complex sheet parts as compared with conventional sheet forming processes where part-specific die sets are required to form a product. While there are ...

Abstract: Current techniques for diagnosing skin cancer lack specificity and sensitivity, resulting in unnecessary biopsies and missed diagnoses. Automating tissue palpation and morphology quantification will result in a repeatable, ...

Abstract: Wavedriven reverse osmosis desalination systems can be a costeffective option for providing a safe and reliable source of drinking water for large coastal communities. Such systems usually require the stabilization of ...