Advisory Expert System for Preliminary Design and Finite Element Modelling of High Speed Mechanisms
Editor(s)
McCarthy M. and Derby, S. and Pisano, A.
Abstract
In this paper the development of an expert system for preliminary design and finite element modelling of 4-bar mechanisms is discussed. The expert system accepts the dimensions of a specified mechanism and determines feasibility, flexibility, and satisfaction of design constraints. The system also makes a determination of whether a detailed finite element analysis is necessary and if it is, determines mesh, time step and other parameters for a finite element analysis of the mechanism. Subsequently it activates a finite element analysis program. The system thus serves as an intelligent interface for the finite element analysis package, and, if coupled with kinematic synthesis and optimal design packages can serve as an integrated mechanism design system.
Recommended Citation
A. K. Patra and F. W. Liou, "Advisory Expert System for Preliminary Design and Finite Element Modelling of High Speed Mechanisms," American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineering Division, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Jan 1990.
Meeting Name
21st Biennial Mechanism Conference
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
Computer Applications; Expert Systems; Kinematics; Mathematical Techniques - Finite Element Method; Stresses Analysis
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 1990 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 1990
