Abstract: In numerically determining the response of a linear second-order multidegree-of-freedom vibrational system subjected to a general excitation, the common approach of applying one of the many multistep ...

Abstract: Presented is the optimal design of a planar mechanism whose configuration is generally more complex than those investigated in previous research. Specifically the paper deals with the synthesis ...

Abstract: The problem of synthesizing a four-bar linkage is presented as a mathematical programming problem. The objective is to synthesize a four-bar linkage whose coupler point will generate, as closely ...

Abstract: A technique is presented, using mathematical programming methods, of determining the optimum values of the masses, spring and damping coefficients of a linear multi-degree-of-freedom shock isolation ...

Abstract: Presented in this paper is an optimization technique for solving problems with objective functions which are sums of squared quantities with linear constraints. The technique is based on Gauss’ ...

Abstract: Presented are two optimality criterion techniques for the minimum weight design of mechanical and structural systems subject to limitations on stresses and natural frequencies. The results, based ...

Abstract: Presented in this paper are two new design techniques, based on optimality criteria, for selecting the cross-sectional sizes of the links within a mechanism. The objective is to minimize weight ...