Abstract: Methods are presented to construct a three-dimensional model of a composite surface asperity based on profile measurements taken in different directions. The theory used to accomplish this is ...

Abstract: This paper proposes optimization techniques to assist in the design and evaluation of fixtures for holding prismatic workpieces. This formulation of the fixturing design problem takes into account ...

Abstract: In an effort to maximize the metal removal rate in end milling while avoiding excessive cutter deflection or breakage, both fixed gain and adaptive controllers have been implemented for on-line ...

Abstract: Bending strip stock using a simple punch and die arrangement is one of the common methods of producing journal bearings. In most cases, the material formed for this purpose is bimetallic, ...

Abstract: Stylus methods for measuring surface topography impose certain limits on resolving the true profile of a surface. These limits are primarily due to the finite geometric size of the stylus. In ...

Abstract: Grinding wood to produce a pulp for papermaking is termed mechanical pulping. To better understand and control this grinding process, a rheological model is postulated that accounts for the ...

Abstract: A new technique for analyzing the normal and tangential grinding force is presented, which can be used to extract the dynamic characteristics of the grinder structure, the work material, and ...