Abstract: Velocity distributions in supercritical open-channel flows over stepped cavities have traditionally been described using a power-law approach or theoretical solutions of plane mixing layers. These approaches were found to ...

Abstract: The foundations for an expert system shell for implementing mechanical design applications are presented in this paper. The shell supports facilities for knowledge acquisition, quasi-reactive ...

Abstract: The machining of metals presents a unique tribological situation in which atomically clean, metallic surfaces are cleaved from the interior of the workpiece and maintained in a condition of ...

Abstract: The objective of this study is to show a methodical product development process that is infused with innovative elements in strategic locations, which facilitates product quality, technical ...

Abstract: The trend towards increased machining automation improves plant utilization by reducing the nonmachining component of the production cycle and places a premium on reducing machining time. Improved ...

Abstract: The effects of uncertainty in the steady‐state procedure for evaluation of liquefaction potential are evaluated and discussed. While steady‐state concepts provide a useful framework for understanding of the liquefaction ...

Abstract: The behavior of a peat from Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Wash., was investigated by a program of field and laboratory testing. The peat was very soft, very weak, and highly compressible. Water contents averaged approximately ...

Abstract: By combining complex number methods of synthesis [1] with graphical techniques, an adjustable, planar, four-bar path generating mechanism can be synthesized to produce symmetrical coupler curves ...

Abstract: The recently developed Selective Precision Synthesis technique has been extended to the four-bar motion generating mechanism with prescribed input timing. A designer using this method can determine ...