Abstracts
Abstracts are placed in the order of paper ID number.
M2000-001
Mechatronics at the University of Hull: "A Graduate
Perspective"
Nathan Brown, Olly Brown, MEng Mechatronics, Hull
University, UK
M2000-002
Mechatronics and Smart Structures: Emerging Engineering
Disciplines for the Next Millennium
Victor Giurgiutiu, Abdel-Moez E. Bayoumi, Craig A. Rogers, Greg Nall, University
of South Carolina
M2000-003
Mechatronics Education In the Department of Mechanical
Engineering at the University of Utah
Sanford Meek, Santosh Devasia, Scott Field, University of Utah, USA
M2000-004
Mechatronics Education Using an Industrial SCARA Robot
Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, USA; Sastry
Kuruganty, Turabo University, USA
M2000-005
Mechatronics and New Directions in Engineering Education
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, Purdue University at Indianapolis, USA
M2000-006
Control and Identification of Mini-Mechatronic Systems With
Permanent - Magnet DC Motors: Educational Experiments and Introduction to Engineering
Practice
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, John Boggs, Purdue University at Indianapolis, USA
M2000-007
The Mechatronics Laboratory Experience
Peter Wild, Brian Surgenor, Gene Zak, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario,
Canada
M2000-008
In-Process Density Control of Foamed Polymers Using Ultrasound
Waves
Nidal H. Abu-Zahra, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA
M2000-010
Mobile Robot Navigation Using the Mathematical Model of the
Sensing System
Bruno Apolloni, University of Milan, Italy; Adrian Moise, Oil and Gas
University of Ploiesti, Romania
M2000-011
Implementing Advanced Motion Control Algorithms to Control
Robotic Workcells Using Windows NT and Real-Time Extensions
Peter Arestides, Curtis Sharif, Wayne Book, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-013
Design and Control of Precise Robots with Active and Passive
Kinematic Pairs
Ragu Athinarayanan, Northern Illinois University, USA; Ramutis Bansevicius, Kaunas
University of Technology,Lithuania; Behrooz Fallahi, Northern Illinois
University, USA
M2000-014
Magnetic Coupling Between DC Tachometer and Motor and its
Effect on Motion Control
Shorya Awtar, Dr. Kevin C. Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-015
Mechatronic Design of a Ball-On-Plate System
Shorya Awtar, Dr. Kevin C. Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-016
Mechatronic Means for Machine Accuracy Improvement
Ramutis Bansevicius, Kaunas University of Technology, Kaunas, Lithuania; Vytautas
Giniotis, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania
M2000-017
Modelling and Design of Robotic Systems Having Spring-Damper
Actuators
Viktor Berbyuk, Anders Boström, Bo Peterson, Chalmers University of Technology,
Sweden
M2000-018
Compact and Low-Power Two-Axis Scanning Range Finder for
Mobile Robots
Charles F. Bergh, Brett A. Kennedy, Larry H. Matthies, Jet Propulsion
Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-019
Mechatronics - An Established Discipline or a Concept in Need
of Direction
David A Bradley, University of Abertay Dundee, UK
M2000-020
Modeling and Developing a Real-Time Mechatronic Shop-Floor
Control System for Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Glen Bright, Chris Kumile, University of Natal, South Africa
M2000-021
Forms: A Mechatronic System for Rapid Foot Measurement and 3-D
Reconstruction Part 1: Design and Machine Prototype
Roberto Caracciolo, Alberto Trevisani, University of Padova, Italy; Rita
Furegon, Gino Rami, Amedeo Toniato, R&D Dept., Label Elettronica S.r.l.,
Italy
M2000-022
Forms: A Mechatronic System for Rapid Foot Measurement and 3-D
Reconstruction Part II: System Calibration
Roberto Caracciolo, Alberto Trevisani, University of Padova, Italy
M2000-023
From Design to Execution of a Mechatronic System Using a
Computer-Based Toolkit
Angie Chandler, Derek Seward, Bob Chaplin, Lancaster University, UK
M2000-024
In-Process Inspection of Surface Finish Using Displacement
Laser Sensor Technology
Jiaxin Chen, Robert Ward, Geoff Waterworth, Leeds Metropolitan
University, UK
M2000-025
Mixed Technology Asynchronous Switching Networks in MEMS
COLE, Jack H., Univ. of Arkansas, USA
M2000-026
Mechatronics for Subsurface Seismic Imaging in Oil and Gas
Wells
COLE, Jack H., Univ. of Arkansas, USA
M2000-027
Design of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator for
Automotive Applications
Mihai Comanescu, Ali Keyhani, The Ohio State University, USA; John
Miller, Ford Motor Company, USA
M2000-028
DAVE - A Distributed Autonomous Vehicle
M2000-029
High-Precision Mechatronic Sensor Position
Iván Arango, EAFIT University, Columbia S.A.
M2000-030
Development of a Positioning Unit for Surveillance Cameras
I Darney, G N Roberts, University of Wales College Newport, UK; J Spittle, R
Thomas, Tecsec Europe Ltd., UK; M A Waythe, University of Wales College
Newport, UK
M2000-031
33 New Types of Linear Motor
Eur. Ing. Phillip Denne B.Sc. C.Eng. C.Phys. F.I.E.E. M.Inst.P. M.R.I., Advanced
Motion Technologies LLC. UK
M2000-032
Automated Stitch Length Adjusting System for Multi-Feeder
Circular Knitting Machines
T. Dias, G. Lanarolle, I. Porat, UMIST, Manchester UK
M2000-033
A Cybernetic Approach Towards Controlling a Cutting Process
and Its Experimental Verification
Slavko Dolinsek, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
M2000-034
Simultaneous, Real Time, Multi-Fluid Analysis - A New Paradigm
in Fluid Quantification
Tadeusz M. Drzewiecki, Jerry M. Calkins, Michael J. Husband, Michael
P. Polcha, Walter A. Martin, Metasensors, Inc., USA
M2000-035
The Part's Motion Control on a Horizontal-Vibrating Plate
Winncy Y. Du, Stephen L. Dickerson, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-037
A Non-Scanning Wide-Range Ultrasonic Sensor for Mobile Robots
Takashi Emura, Lei Wang, Masaaki Kumagai, Takaaki Ariyama, Tohoku University,
JAPAN
M2000-038
Functional Synergy in Mechatronic Design by Integrating Petri
Nets and Hybrid Automata
Zühal ERDEN, Atilim University, Turkey; Serkan GÜROGLU, Abdülkadir ERDEN,
Middle East Technical University, Turkey
M2000-040
Experimental Analysis of Commercial On/Off Solenoid Valves
Modulated in PWM
Giorgio Figliolini, Chiara Lanni, University of Cassino, Italy
M2000-041
Automatic Generation of Metamodels for Design of Production
Systems Control
Diolino José dos Santos Filho, Paulo Eigi Miyagi, Cristina Toshie Motohashi
Matsusaki, and Emílio Carlos Nelli Silva, University of São Paulo, Escola
Politécnica
M2000-042
An Anthropocentric Approach for the Design of Production
System Control
Diolino José dos Santos Filho, Paulo Eigi Miyagi, Newton Maruyama, University
of São Paulo, Escola Politécnica
M2000-043
Chatter Characterization in Orthogonal Machining
M. S. Fofana, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-044
Assembly Automation Assisted by an Intelligent Computer System
Luiz A. Gentil, Luís G. Trabasso, Cairo L. Nascimento Jr., Technological
Institute of Aeronautics, São José dos Campos - SP - Brazil
M2000-045
The Development of a Remote Operating System for a Cement Rig
P. Gibson, Haliburton UK Ltd, Elliot Industrial Estate, UK; C.J. Fraser,
D.A. Bradley, University of Abertay Dundee, UK
M2000-046
Energy Efficiency of Six-Legged Walking Machine: Design Study
Terence Goh, Defence TechnologyGroup , SINGAPORE; T. Zielinska, NTU, and
Warsaw Univ. of Technology, POLAND; John Heng, Nanyang Technological University -
NTU, SINGAPORE; Jeremy Loh, University of Southampton, GB
M2000-048
Miniature Hermetically Sealed Housing for Pressure Sensors
Olaf Hohlfeld, R. Werthschützky, Institut für Elektromechanische
Konstruktionen; Technische Universität Darmstadt, Merckstr. 25; D-64342 Darmstadt
M2000-049
Evaluation of Stress Produced by the Tongue Movements onto the
Palate
O.Hohlfeld, Institut für Elektromechanische Konstruktionen; Technische
Universität Darmstadt; G. Schuster, Zahnärztliches Universitäts-Institut der
Stiftung Carolinum, Zentrum der Zahn-, Mund- und Kiefernheilkunde des Klinikums der J. W.
Geothe-Universität; R.Werthschützky, Institut für Elektromechanische
Konstruktionen; Technische Universität Darmstadt
M2000-050
An Advanced Modeling and Simulation Tool for Analysis of
Mechatronic Systems
Levent U. Gökdere, Charles W. Brice, Roger A. Dougal, University of South
Carolina, USA
M2000-051
Mechatronics in a Human Environment: The Mechatronic Musician
R. M. Walters, University of North London, UK; I. A. Grout, University
of Limerick, Ireland
M2000-053
A Methodology for Improving Part Parallelism and Productivity
Cup Wheel Surface Grinding
Keith A. Hekman, The American University in Cairo, USA; Steven Y. Liang, Georgia
Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-054
Development of a Low-Voltage Stored-Charge Electrostatic Chuck in a Cassette Form
M2000-055
Non-colocated control of a flexible-link manipulator tip using
a multirate repetitive learning controller
Ai-Ping Hu, Nader Sadegh
Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-056
Multi-Functional Computer-Assisted Electrodynamic Model for
Industrial Mechatronics Simulation
Erkan IMAL, Parviz ALI-ZADA, Fatih University, Turkey; Ozgur
USTUN, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey; Havar MAMEDOV, The Azerbaijan
State Polytechnic University, Azerbaijan Republic; Hikmet KULIEV, The Azerbaijan
State Oil Academy, Azerbaijan Republic
M2000-057
A Model-Based Approach to Generating an Optimized Drive
Sequence for Stepping Motor Systems
Dipl.-Ing. Michael Robrecht, University of Paderborn, Paderborn
M2000-059
Distributed Allocation Using Analog Market Wire Computation
and Communication
Warren B Jackson, Carlos Mochon, Koenraad Van Schuylenbergh, David K Biegelsen, Markus
Fromherz, Tad Hogg, Andrew A Berlin, Xerox PARC, USA
M2000-060
High Performance Linear Actuators for Textile Winding
Applications
N Jakeman, PH Mellor, WA Bullough, The University of Sheffield, UK.
M2000-061
The Optimal Configuration of Mechatronic Products with
Integrated Microsystem Technology Components
Kallenbach, E.; Zöppig, V.; Saffert, E.; Kube, H., Ilmenau Technical University,
Germany
M2000-062
The Spider Robot
Mustafa Kaya, Haluk Eren, Firat University, Turkey
M2000-063
Model-Based Fault Diagnosis of Electromechanical Systems Using
Dynamic Recurrent Neural Networks
Kyusung Kim, Alexander G. Parlos, Texas A&M University, USA
M2000-064
Cascade Control Principle for Robots with Electric Drives as
Actuators
Krasnova S. A., Utkin V.A., Institute of Control Sciences, Russian Acadimy of
Sciences, Russia
M2000-065
Recent Results Related to Damped-Oscillation Control of Cranes
R. L. Kress, M. W. Noakes, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Robotics & Process
Systems Division, USA
M2000-066
Simulation of an Energy From Waste Plant
Robert Lee, David A Bradley, University of Abertay Dundee, UK
M2000-067
An Autonomous Mobile Robot Built to Develop and Test Behaviour
Based Control Strategies
Leyden, M., Toal, D., Flanagan, C., University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland.
M2000-068
Modeling of Controlled Motion of Semi-Passively Actuated
Scara-Like Robot
Mathias R. Lidberg, Viktor E. Berbyuk, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
M2000-069
A Proposal of Flexible Architecture for Mobile Robotics
Lima, Carlos R. Erig; Rosário, João M.; Silva, Nilton C. da, LABORATORY OF
INTEGRATED AUTOMATION AND ROBOTICS, Brazil
M2000-070
Effect of Ball Screw's Distortion Deformation on Motion
Contouring Accuracy of CNC Machine Tools
Jiancheng Liu, Kazuo Yamazaki, Gabriel Johnston, University of California, Davis,
USA
M2000-071
A Flexible Real-Time Motor Control System for Robot Joints
Li Liu, Andrew B. Wright, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, USA
M2000-072
Trajectory Planning and Control for a Human-Like Robot Leg
with Coupled Neuro-Oscillators
Li Liu, Andrew B. Wright, Gray T. Anderson, University of Arkansas at
Little Rock, USA
M2000-074
A Novel Approach for Flip Chip Solder Joint Quality
Inspection: Laser Ultrasound and Interferometric System
Sheng Liu, Dathan Erdahl, I. Charles Ume, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA; Achyuta
Achari, Visteon-Ford, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
M2000-075
On Using the Fast Kalman Filter for Data Processing in
Distributed Mechatronic Systems
Argo Luik, Lembit Kulmar, Kalev Rannat, Vello Reedik, Tallinn Technical
University, Estonia
M2000-076
Smart Integrated Sensors in Mechatronic Systems
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, Purdue University at Indianapolis, USA; Marina
Alexandra Lyshevski, Purdue University at Indianapolis, USA
M2000-077
Mechatronics and Design of Direct-Drive Flight Actuators
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, Kenneth R. Dunipace, Purdue University at Indianapolis,
USA; Richard D. Colgren, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, USA; Victor A. Skormin,
State University of New York Binghampton, USA
M2000-079
Variable Voltage-Frequency and Vector Controls of Induction
Motors
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, Purdue University at Indianapolis, USA
M2000-080
Design and Development of Nano-Electromechanical Structures
and Systems
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, Marina Alexandra Lyshevski, Purdue University at
Indianapolis, USA
M2000-081
The Use of the Gemma Method to Define the Run and Stop States
of Automated Production Line Systems
José Mendes Machado, Jaime Carlos Luzia Ferreira da Silva, University
of Minho, Portugal
M2000-082
The Provision of Gait Assistance for Individuals with Lower
Limb Impairments
Camilo Andrés Acosta Márquez, David A Bradley, University of Abertay
Dundee, UK
M2000-083
Remote Surgical Training Using a Haptic Network
M2000-084
Cutting Process Diagnostics Utilizing a Smart Cutting Tool
Byung-Kwon Min, George O'Neal, Yoram Koren, Zbigniew Jan Pasek, The University of
Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA
M2000-085
Pseudo Trinary Based Construction of Walsh Functions, Their
Application to Off-Line identification and Control of Mechatronic Systems
Petros Missailidis, Dr. Kevin C. Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-086
Simulating Freedom-of-Motion for a 3-Revolute Jointed Cobot
Carl A. Moore, Michael A. Peshkin, J. Edward Colgate, Northwestern University,
USA
M2000-087
An Integrated Multi-Disciplinary Optimization Approach to the
Design of Electronic Equipment
Behzad D. Mottahed, Bell Laboratories, Lucent Technologies, USA; Souran
Manoochehri, Stevens Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-089
A Mechatronic Intelligent System
M2000-090
A Sixty-Legged Mechatronic Robot Centipede
Francis M. J. Nickols, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
M2000-091
Design and Simulation of an Industrial Robot
IVAN OLIER, BSc., OSCAR AVILÉS, BSc., NESTOR SEPÚLVEDA, Universidad Militar
Nueva Granada, Colombia
M2000-092
Experimental Validation of a Force Control System for Robotic
Two-Finger Grippers
Erika Ottaviano, Giorgio Figliolini, University of Cassino, Italy; David
Herrera Tobarvela, University of Malaga, Spain; Marco Ceccarelli, University
of Cassino, Italy; Antonio Simon Mata, University of Malaga, Spain
M2000-093
Mechatronic Design and Control of a Robot System Interacting
with an External Environment
Prabhakar R. Pagilla, Biao Yu, Oklahoma State University, USA
M2000-094
Detecting Debris Using Forward Looking Sensors Mounted on Road
Sweeping Vehicles
G. A. Parker, M. Michielen, University of Surrey, UK
M2000-095
A Novel Mechatronic Concept for Timber Planing Machinery
R M Parkin, N Brown, Loughborough University, UK
M2000-096
Mobility Control of Tandem Mobile Robots Under a Fuzzy Logic Based Supervisory Controller
M2000-097
Smart PC/PLC Control of Mechatronic Devices Using Opposed
Tugger-Pair and Twistor-Pair Pneumatic Actuators
Henry M. Paynter, MIT, USA; Rudy Wojtecki, Kent State University, USA; Mark
Nagurka, Marquette University, USA; Joseph M. Juarez, Member, ASME, USA
M2000-098
Construction of a Single Crystal Pin Array for Liquid
Application
Joel Pikarsky, Peter J. Hesketh, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA; Gennadiy
Yershov, Argonne National Laboratory, USA
M2000-099
Study of Gear Dynamics by Circuit Theory Methods
Evgueni I. Podzharov, Gustavo Oropeza García, University of Guadalajara, Mexico
M2000-100
Mechatronics in the Development of Advanced Automotive Safety
Systems
Kwaku O. Prakah-Asante, Kenneth N. Morman, Abul Masrur, Ford Research Laboratory,
Ford Motor Company, USA
M2000-101
Predictive Adaptive Correction Based on Transputer
Implementation of Control Algorithms
K. Pupkov, G. Shakhnazarov, Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Russia.
M2000-102
Distributed Mass Modelling of Piezoelectric Multilayer
Actuators in Matlab Simulink
Michele Pozzi, Tim King, The University of Leeds, UK
M2000-103
Electric Pulse Magnetic Braking
B.Rajesh, M.Narainraj, Sri ramakrishana Engineering College, India
M2000-104
A Pulse Width Modulation Approach to Robot Position Control
Martin C. Berg, David B. Rathbun, University of Washington, USA
M2000-105
A Pneumatic Parallel Manipulator with Servo and AS-I
Integrated Controls
Enrico Ravina, University of Genoa, Italy
M2000-106
Non-Contact Handling Using High-Intensity Ultrasonics
Gunther Reinhart, Juergen Hoeppner; Josef Zimmermann, Institute for Machine Tools
and Industrial Management, Technische Universitaet Muenchen, Munich, Germany
M2000-107
On Control of Anti-Gravity System for Skyworker A Space Robot Testbed
M2000-108
Vision Guided Mini-Robot for Grasping Threads
T. Salomonsson, A.J. Baerveld, B. Åstrand, Halmstad University, Sweden
M2000-109
Development of a Measurement System to Evaluate the Cutting
Beater Performance on an Industrial Files Production Machine
Eurico Seabra, Jaime Ferreira da Silva, University of Minho, Portugal
M2000-110
The Comparison of Robust Control Algorithms in
High-Performance Mechatronic Systems with Permanent-Magnet Servo-Motors
Sergey Edward Lyshevski, Alexander Nazarov, Purdue University at Indianapolis,
USA
M2000-111
Applicable Tools and Languages for Modeling the Behavior of
Mechatronic Systems
Ahmad Shakeri, Autronica Fire and Security, N-7483 Trondheim, Norway
M2000-112
Frequency Domain System Identification for Mechatronic Systems
Ahmad Shakeri, Autronica Fire and Security, N-7483 Trondheim, Norway
M2000-113
High Definition Wide-Area Active Surveillance System
Paul M. Sharkey, University of Reading, Reading, UK; Philip F. McLauchlan, University
of Surrey, UK; David W. Murray, University of Oxford, UK
M2000-115
A New Electromagnetic Actuated Fabric Feeding System for
Sewing Machines
Luís F. Silva, Mário Lima, Fernando N. Ferreira, Ana M. Rocha, Helder Carvalho,
Carlos Couto, University of Minho, Portugal
M2000-116
Actuator Selection for Antropomorphic Robots Using Power And
Heating Rating
Silva; N. C., Rosário; J. M. Lima; C. E., Campinas State University, Brazil
M2000-117
The Mechatronic Design Approach, A Case Study
H.M.J.R. Soemers, E.W. Gaal, H. Cox, Jan Van Eijk, CET Philips, The
Netherlands
M2000-118
Improved Control System of the Spherical Direct Drive
Actuators
S.M. Sokolov, O.V. Trifonov, V.S. Yaroshevsky, Keldysh Institute of Applied
Mathematics Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia
M2000-119
A Novel Selective Compliant Actuator
Tom Sugar, Arizona State University, USA
M2000-120
Reference Computer Model of the Wood Cutting Systems
S. Tarasiewicz , R.C. Pantea Laval University, Canada; Z. Mrozek, Cracow
University of Technology, Poland
M2000-121
Assembly Automation Assisted by an Intelligent Computer System
Luis A. Gentil, Luís G. Trabasso, Cairo L. Nascimento Jr., Technological
Institute of Aeronautics, São José dos Campos - SP - Brazil
M2000-122
Smart Connector - Mechatronic Components for Distributed
Electronic Control in Cars
Cynthia Trigas, Torsten Hauck, Mervi Paulasto, Anton Kolbeck, Motorola
Seiconductor Products Sector, Germany
M2000-123
Mechatronic Design and Control of High-Speed High-Accuracy
Positioning Systems Under the Influence of Friction
Celal Tufekci, Dr. Kevin Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-125
A Mechatronics Approach for Modelling HVAC Systems in
Intelligent Buildings
Emilia Villani, Paulo Eigi Miyagi, Universidade de São Paulo, BRAZIL
M2000-126
Behavior of Thermal Sensor in Pool Boiling Heat Transfer by
Controlled Surface Temperatures
Jianwei Wang, Sheldon M. Jeter, Said I. Abdel-Khalik, Georgia Institute of
Technology, USA
M2000-127
A Study on DGPS-GIS Navigated Driving for an Autonomous Land
Vehicle
Lei Wang, Takashi Emura, Takashi Ushiwata, Tohoku University, Japan
M2000-128
An Approach to a Fuzzy SPC Controller
Li Ren Wang, Hefin Rowlands, University of Wales College Newport, UK
M2000-129
The Design of a High Precision Damper
Thom Warmerdam, CFT Philips, The Netherlands
M2000-130
An Automated Approach to Aircraft Manufacture
Philip Webb, Sara Eastwood, Nabil Gindy, The University of Nottingham, UK
M2000-132
Genetic Algorithms for Mobile Robot Behavior Learning
Richard Willgoss, Javaid Iqbal, The University of New South Wales, Australia
M2000-133
Version Management of Mechatronic System Models
Dipl.-Inform. Matthias Wolf, University of Paderborn, Paderborn
M2000-134
Hydraulic Anti-Lock Braking Pressure Control Using Hybrid
Sliding-Mode PWM Control Method
Ming-chin Wu, Ming-chang Shih, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan.
M2000-135
Design of Gain-Schedules H(infinity) Controllers for Gantry
Robots
Xuedong Yang, David G. Taylor, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-136
About Kinematics Behaviour of Automotive Mechatronics System
with the Kinematic Group of Fourth Class
Miodrag Zlokolica, Jovan Vladic, Nenad Poznanovic, Igor Novakovic, University of
Novi Sad, YUGOSLAVIA
M2000-137
A Simple Dynamics Experiment Based on Acoustic Emission
Mark L. Nagurka, Marquette University, USA
M2000-138
Using Mechatronics in Early Design
Thomas R. Kurfess, John G. Witzel, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-139
A Neural Network Based Fast Starting Method for Servo Systems
Chen-Wen Yen, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Taiwan; Mark L. Nagurka,
Marquette University, USA
M2000-140
In-Process Gage Frequency Response Measurement
David M. Longanbach, Thomas R. Kurfess, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-141
Feasibility of Using Ultrasonic Flexural Waves as a Cooling
Mechanism
Paul I. Ro, Byoung-Gook Loh, North Carolina State University, USA
M2000-142
Compensation of Nonlinear Friction by Sliding Mode Control
with Variable Switching Gain
Wonbo Shim, Seagate Corp., Oklahoma, USA, PAUL I. RO, North Carolina
State University, USA
M2000-143
Precision Control of Metal Transfer
P. J. Li, Y. M. Zhang, University of Kentucky, USA
M2000-144
Asynchronous Hands-on Experiments for Mechatronics Education
Burford J. Furman, San José State University, USA; Gregory P. Hayward,
Cisco Systems, Inc., USA
M2000-145
Virtual Access to a Hydraulic Experiment for System Dynamics
and Controls Education
Wayne Book, Kyle Koeppen, Matt Rouse, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-146
Planting the Seeds for a Mechatronic Curriculum at UALR
Dr. Andrew B. Wright, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, USA
M2000-147
Evolution of Control Systems in Mechatronics and Robotics
M2000-148
The Development of an Internet-Enabled Interactive Fixture Design System
M2000-150
Profile Independent Wood Moulding Machine Dynamic Model and
Control System
Mike Jackson, Rob Parkin, Neil Brown, Loughborough University, UK; Roland
Neumayer, Johannes Kepler Universitat Linz, Austria
M2000-151
A Contribution for the Development and Control of
Submicrometric Positioning Systems
Gilva A. R. de Jesus, Carlos A. Martin, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais,
Brasil
M2000-152
On the Semi-Automated Structural Vibration Control Using Smart
Materials
NADER JALILI, Northern Illinois University, USA; NEJAT OLGAC, University
of Connecticut, USA
M2000-153
Reliability of Mechatronic Silicon MEMS Structures
W.O. Soboyejo, S. Allameh, Princeton University, USA; B. Gally, S. Brown,
Exponent Failure Analysis and Associates, USA; A.G. Evans, Princeton University,
USA
M2000-154
A User Interface Management System for Components Based
Manufacturing Machinery
A. R. Nordqvist, University of Skövde, Skövde, Sweden; P. R. Moore, De
Montfort University, Leicester, UK; P. T. Ericsson, Gothia Science Park AB,
Skövde, Sweden
M2000-155
Development of a PC Based Multi-Axes Motion Controller
Ivan Vengust, Peter Butala, Janez Peklenik, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljna,
Slovenia
M2000-156
Active Ribbon Breaking in Random Winding
G. Durur , P. Bandara, University of Leeds, UK
M2000-157
The Development of an Advanced Robust System for Modeling and
Processing Complex Environments
Surya P. N. Singh, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Steve Everett,
William Hamel, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M2000-158
Health Monitoring for Automotive Electronic Throttle Control
Systems
Ryan B. Conatser, John R. Wagner, Clemson University, USA
M2000-159
Comparing the Control Methods of Fast Water Hydraulic On/Off
Vales in Pressure Control
Marco Vuorisalo, Tapio Virvalo, Tampere University of Technology,
Finlind
M2000-160
Behavioral Molding and Simulation of Virtual Assembly for
Networked Robots System
Zheng Zhang, Yongjun Zeng, Xiaoyang Cheng, Qiyi Li, South China University
of Technology, P. R. China
M2000-161
On-Line Machine Vision Monitoring of Pulsed GMAW Weld Pool
Norbert OWONA, Dan VASILE, Dragos VASILE, Radovan KOVACEVIC, Southern Methodist
University, USA
M2000-162
An Intelligent GMAW Quality Control Using Wavelet Transform
Dragos VASILE, Dan VASILE, Norbert OWONA, Radovan KOVACEVIC, Southern Methodist
University, USA
M2000-163
Modeling and Simulation of Plasma Etching on Silicon Surface
by Molecular Dynamics
Z. Hu, Z. Jandric, J. Lin, R. Kovacevic, Southern Methodist University, USA
M2000-164
Keyhole Image Sensing in VPPAW
Huijun Wang, Radovan Kovacevic, Southern Methodist University, USA
M2000-165
Real-Time Image Processing in Controlling Gas Metal Arc
Welding
I. S. Kmecko, D. Hu, R. Kovacevic, Southern Methodist University, USA
M2000-166
A Novel Sensor for Droplet Transfer Sensing in Pulsed GMAW
Dongming Hu, Ivan Kmecko, Radovan Kovacevic, Southern Methodist University,
USA
M2000-167
High Precision Stereo Prolometry Based on Atomic Force
Microscopy Technology
Bernardo D. Aumond, Kamal Youcef-Toumi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology,
USA
M2000-168
Analysis Needs for Automotive Powertrain Control
Kenneth Butts, Ford Research Laboratory, USA
M2000-169
Transformations and Stability of Constrained Mechanical
Systems
Hooshang Hemami, The Ohio State University, USA
M2000-170
Evolving Complex Behaviors on Autonomous Robots
Mattias Wahde, Hans Sandholt, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
M2000-171
Computer Aided Robotics in Severe Environmental Applications
Philip Moore, Junsheng Pu, De Montfort University, UK; Jury Poduraev, Ivan
Ermolov, Moscow State Technological University "STANKIN", Russia; Vladim
Shvedov, TARIS Inc, Russia
M2000-172
Highly Efficient Drives With Adaptive Control for Start-Stop
Movements
Akinfiev Teodor, Armada Manuel, Institute of Industrial Automation, Spain, Madrid
M2000-173
A Vibration Isolation Platform
David L. Trumper, Tsuyoshi Sato, MIT, USA
M2000-174
Model-Aided Adaptive Control Constraint on Machine Tools
Michael F. Zäh, Germany
M2000-175
Experimental Validation of a Nonlinear Backstepping Liquid
Level Controller for a State Coupled Two Tank System
Haizhou Pan, Hong Wong, Vikram Kapila, Marcio S. de Queiroz, Polytechnic
University, USA
M2000-176
Effect of Passive vs. Actively Actuated Haptic Interfaces on Human Task Performance
M2000-177
Multiple Model Views in Mechatronic Control and Strategy
Simulations
Steve Magner, Ken Butts, Steve Toeppe, Ford Motor Company, USA
M2000-178
Introducing Mechanical Engineering Students to Embedded
Programming
J. Edward Carryer, , Stanford University, USA
M2000-179
Micro-Coulometric Titration System
Wang Donghong , Chen Weiping , Yu Dun , Wang guihua, Harbin Institute of
technology, China
M2000-180
A High Throughput Automated Workcell for Large Area Meniscus
Coating on MCM-D and MCM-L Substrates
Sachin Bhatevara, Swapan Bhattacharya, Hector Morales, Sherlon Kauffman, Robert
Madayag, Edward Kamen, Gary May, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-181
A Tactile Probe for Use in Minimal Access Surgery
M E H Eltaib, J R Hewit, University of Dundee, UK
M2000-182
On the Design of a Backstepping Controller for a VR Spherical
Motor
Raye Sosseh, Kok-Meng Lee, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-183
Identification of Dynamic Parameters of Manipulator Links
M. Abderrahim, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain; A. Whittaker, Glasgow
University, Scotland, UK; C. Balaguer, A. Gimenez, J.M. Pastor, Universidad
Carlos III de Madrid, Spain
M2000-184
Strategies for Robust Tool Breakage Detection Utilizing
Vibration Frequency Domain Analysis
Youssef A. Hamidieh, Brij B. Seth, Raghunandan Sridhara, Ford Motor Company, USA;
Kirk G. Kitchen, Ivan G. Dzombak, Montronix, Inc., USA
M2000-185
Design Parameters of Effervescent Atomizers
M2000-186
FRICTORQ, Fabric Friction Tester Based on Torque Evaluation: A
Mechatronic Concept
Mário Lima, University of Minho, Portugal; Lubos Hes, Technical
University of Liberec, Czech Republic; Jorge Martins, University of Minho,
Portugal
M2000-187
Mechatronics Education at the University of Minho ---
A Summary of the Present; Perspectives for the Future
Mário Lima, Maria Paula Gomes, Imperial College of Science, Technology and
Medicine, UK; Goran Putnik, Sílvio Silva, João Monteiro, Carlos Couto, University
of Minho, Portugal
M2000-188
Design of Autonomous Miniature Swimming Vehicles with Smart
Materials
Gregory Washington,Seung-Keon Kwak,Matt Bargen, Ohio State University, USA
M2000-189
Micro Electromagnetic Vibration Transducer for Implantable
Middle Ear Hearing Aid
Sekwang Park, Ki-Chan Lee, Se-Kyu Lee, Jin-Ho Cho, Sang-Heun
Lee, Kyungpook National University, Korea
M2000-190
The Role of Bond Graph Modeling and Simulation in the Design
of Mechatronics Systems and an Integrated Software Tool: CAMP-G, MATLAB-SIMULINK
Jose J. Granda, California State University, USA
M2000-191
Modular, Device-Scale, Direct-Chip-Attach Packaging for
Microsystems
Jordan Neysmith, Daniel F. Baldwin, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-193
On Control of a Distributed, Non-Steady State, Thermal System:
A Comparison Between Simulation and Experimentation
Michael M. Chen, Kevin C. Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA; Gerald
A. Domoto, Xerox Corporation, USA
M2000-194
Adaptive Feedforward Cancellation of a Rotary Fast-Tool Servo
for the Diamond Turning of Spectacle Lenses
Joseph A. Calzaretta, Stephen J. Ludwick, David L. Trumper, Massachusetts
Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-195
In-Situ Monitoring of Excimer Laser Micromachining with a
Dual-Beam Interferometry
Senthil Theppakuttai, Shaochen Chen, Iowa State University, USA
M2000-196
Rapid Design of Embedded Systems for Mechatronics
M. Jenko, University of Ljubljana,Slovenia; N. Medjeral, Iskraemeco,
Slovenia; P. Butala, University of Ljubljana,Slovenia
M2000-197
Life Cycle Data Acquisition Methods and Devices
Philip Moore, JunSheng Pu, Changwen Xie, De Montfort University, UK; Matthew
Simon, Graham Bee, Sheffield Hallam University, UK
M2000-198
Displacement Measurement, Nonlinearity, Noise, and Thermal
Stability
Almantas Mozuras, Asta Kontvainaite, Research Laboratory Akustika, Lithuania
M2000-199
Simulation and Construction of a Speed Control for a DC Series
Motor
J. Santana, J.L. Naredo, O. Argueta, F. Sandoval, CINVESTAV del IPN, Mexico; I.
Grout, University of Limerick, Ireland
M2000-200
A New Undergraduate Course in Energy Conversion and
Mechatronics at Georgia Tech
Thomas G. Habetler, Jerome Meisel, Ronald G. Harley, Hans B. Püttgen, Georgia
Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-202
Observer Based Nonlinear Control of Compressor Operation
S. Wagner, D. K. Hennecke, University of Technology, Germany
M2000-203
Eigenvalue of Interconnected Distributed Systems
Yong Ye, Kamal Youcef-Toumi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-205
Design and Simulation of Components-Based Manufacturing
Machine Systems
Josef Adolfsson, Amos Ng, Petter Olofsgård, University of Skövde, Sweden, Philip
Moore, Junsheng Pu, De Montfort University, UK
M2000-206
Mechatronics at the University of Hull - A Graduate Perspective
M2000-207
Design Support for Motion Control Systems
Erik Coelingh, Theo J.A. de Vries, Job van Amerongen, University of Twente, The
Netherlands
M2000-208
Experimental Implementation of a Hybrid Swing up Controller on
a Two-Link Brachiating Robot
Jun Nakanishi, Toshio Fukuda, Nagoya University, Japan; Daniel E.
Koditschek, The University of Michigan, USA
M2000-209
In-pipe Mobile Manipulator For Inspection and Sampling Tasks
Chi Zhu, Yokohama National University, Japan; Shigeru Sarata, National
Institute for Resources and Environment, Japan
M2000-210
Having Fun with Muscle Wire
H. A. Pham, Y. S. Kua, K. Salem, Iowa State University, USA
M2000-211
Laser Weld Porosity Monitoring Using Sensor Fusion
Allen Sun, Elijah Kannatey-Asibu, Jr., University of Michigan, USA; Mark
Gartner, Ford Motor Company, USA
M2000-213
Mechatronics Education: Where Are We and Where Are We Headed?
Charles W. Johnson, Minnesota State University, USA
M2000-214
Multi-Tiered Control for Undergraduate Mechatronics
Greg R. Luecke, Iowa State University, USA
M2000-216
Graduate Mechatronics Course in the School of Mechanical
Engineering at Georgia Tech
Akio Kita, Sheng Liu, I. Charles Ume, Sterling Skinner, Georgia Institute of
Technology, USA
M2000-217
Development of Automated Real-Time Data Acquisition System for
Robotic Weld Quality Monitoring
Matthew Miller, Bao Mi, Akio Kita, I. Charles Ume, Georgia Institute of
Technology, USA
M2000-218
RRV - A Proposal
R V Chaplin, Lancaster University, UK
M2000-219
Feedforward Compensation for Gantry Robots with Structural
Flexibility
David G. Taylor, Song Li, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-220
Fabrication of Parylene Channel for Microfluidics
M2000-221
March Madness: A Mechatronics Project Theme
J. Edward Carryer, Stanford University, USA
M2000-222
Two Projects In Undergraduate Mechatronics: Success and
Failure
John F. Gardner, Boise State University, Boise, USA
M2000-223
A Rate of Ascent Controller for Scuba Divers
M2000-224
Assessment of Student Projects for Mechatronics Education in
the Core Mechanical Engineering Curriculum at Kettering University
Jeffrey B. Hargrove, Kettering University, USA
M2000-225
Inverted Pendulum Systems: Rotary and Arm-Driven A Mechatronic
System Design Case Study
Kevin Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-226
Comparison of Several Micro Controllers for Teaching
Mechatronics
John P. H. Steele, Colorado School Of Mines, USA
M2000-228
Placement Control Systems with Human Like Properties
M2000-229
Support Layout Optimization of Machining Fixtures Using the
Genetic Algorithm
Subramanian Vallapuzha, Edward C. De Meter, Shabbir Choudhuri, The Pennsylvania
State University, USA
M2000-230
Effect of Workpiece Surface Topography on the Holding Force in
an Electromagnetic Chuck
Alejandro Felix, Shreyes N. Melkote, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-231
Wireless MEMS-IDT Based Microsensors for Military Applications
Vijay K. Varadan, Vasundara V. Varadan, Pennsylvania State University, USA
M2000-232
RF MEMS - An Emerging Technology for MMW Seeker Applications
Sonya Read, Tracy Hudson, U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, USA
M2000-233
MEMS-Based Inertial Instruments Technology for Tactical
Missile Systems
Paul B. Ruffin, Janet S. Baeder, U. S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, USA
M2000-234
MEMS Applications in Remote Missile Health Management
Stephen A. Marotta, U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command, USA
M2000-235
Applications of MEMS Sensors to Army Helicopter Targeting and
Weapons Systems
Joseph Akl, William H. Boykin, AutomaTek Inc. USA
M2000-236
Non-Silicon MEMS Fabrication Approaches: Metals, Ceramics, and Polymers
M2000-237
Design of a Variable Reluctance Asymmetric Stepping Millimotor
M2000-238
Motion Control of Macro-Scale Objects Using Large-Area Arrays of MEMS-Like Distributed
Manipulators
M2000-239
Understanding, Characterizing, and Utilizing Dynamics for MEMS
Applications
Kimberly L. Turner, University of California, USA
M2000-240
High Aspect-Ratio Poly-Silicon MEMS Technology for Precision
Inertial Sensors
Farrokh Ayazi, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-241
Integrated Mesoscopic Electromechanical Manufacturing
Liwei Lin, University of California at Berkeley, USA
M2000-242
A New Approach for No-Underfill Flip Chip Package Design
Kuo-Ning Chiang , Zheng-Nan Liu, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
M2000-243
Implementing ASIC/Memory Integration by System-on-Package
R. B. Tsai, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES INC., Taiwan; Ray Lu, ARK Logic Inc,
USA; C.L. Lin, S. K. Chen, F. J. Tsai, K.T. Tseng, ChipMOS TECHNOLOGIES
INC., Taiwan
M2000-244
Sticking Effect on a Circular Plate for a MEMS Devices
Meng-Ju Lin, Rongshun Chen, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
M2000-245
Wafer Level and Flip Chip Design Through Solder Prediction
Models and Validation
Li Li, Betty Yeung, Motorola Inc., USA
M2000-246
Reliability Evaluations of Under Bump Metallurgy in Two Solder
Systems
Yifan Guo, Shun-Meen Kuo, Lei Mercado, Motorola Semiconductor Products Sector,
USA
M2000-247
The Effect of Clamping Condition on Wafer Uniformity Under CMP
Process
Dein Shaw, Jassy Chang, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
M2000-248
Development of a Hybrid Piezoelectric/Hydraulic Pump
Lisa Mauck, William S. Oates, Christopher S. Lynch, Georgia Institute of
Technology, USA
M2000-249
Modeling and Control of Miniature Inchworm Actuators
John F. Gardner, Boise State University, USA; Mary Frecker, The
Pennsylvania State University, USA
M2000-250
Mechatronics Aspects of Smart Materials Induced Strain Actuation
M2000-251
Thin Film Shape Memory Alloys for Actuation Systems
M2000-252
Work Metrics for Piezoelectric Actuation Architectures
M2000-253
Measurement and Control in Mechatronics Systems
D.Subbaram Naidu, Habib Sadid, R. Eugene Stuffle, Idaho State University, USA
M2000-254
Advanced Ratio Control Strategies for a Pressure Injection
Mixing System
Paul Thurmond, UniField Engineering, Inc., USA, Craig Rieger, Idaho
National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory, USA
M2000-255
Integration of Intelligent Industrial Process Sensing and Control for Cupola Iron Melting
Furnaces
M2000-256
Experimental Results on Performance of Different Controllers
as Applied to DC Servomotor Under Varying Load Conditions
Raheman R. Nisar, Prashant J. Agrawal, Amol Bhalerao, Selahattin Ozcelik, Texas A
& M University-Kingsville, USA
M2000-257
Keyhole Stability and Sensing in Plasma Arc Welding Process
S. B. Zhang, Y. M. Zhang, University of Kentucky, USA
M2000-258
Mechatronic Design and Integration for a Novel
Omni-Directional Robotic Vehicle
Carl Wood, Shayne Rich, Monte Frandson, Morgan Davidson, Russell Maxfield, Jared
Keller, Braden Day, Matt Mecham, Kevin Moore, Utah State University, USA
M2000-259
Penetration Depth Control Using Point Infrared Sensors
H. C. Wikle, III, S. Kottilingam, B. A. Chin, Auburn University, USA
M2000-260
Adaptive Observer for Estimating Temperatures and Heat
Transfer Coefficients in the Weld Pool: Concepts and Initial Results
Kevin L. Moore, Utah State University, USA, Aydin Yseldirek, Gannon
University, USA
M2000-261
Affordable Versatile Sensor for Adaptive Welding Process
Control
YuMing Zhang, Shaobin Zhang, University of Kentucky, USA
M2000-262
Adaptive Fuzzy Voltage Control in GTAW
P. Smithmaitrie, P. Koseeyaporn, G. E. Cook, A. M. Strauss, Vanderbilt
University, USA
M2000-263
Real-Time Prediction of Electrode Extension in GMAW
Z. Bingul, G. E. Cook, P. Koseeyaporn, A. M. Strauss, Vanderbilt University, USA
M2000-264
Object Oriented Simulator for Analysis and Design of
Synchronous PM Motors
Luris Higuera, Ali Keyhani, The Ohio State University, USA; Tomy
Sebastian, Sunil Murthy, Buyun Liu, Delphi Automotive Systems, USA
M2000-265
Fuzzy Logic Based Compensation of Friction in Low Speed Motion
Control
Dongyoon Hyun, Reza Langari, Texas A&M University, USA
M2000-266
Design of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator for Automotive Applications
M2000-267
Development of a Sensorless Vibration Monitoring Method for
Small AC Machines: A Summary of Results
Caryn M. Riley, Thomas G. Habetler, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-268
Neural Network Applications in Mechatronics
Bruce Burton, University of Natal, South Africa; Rangarajan M. Tallam, Ronald
G. Harley, Thomas G. Habetler, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-270
Noise Effect on Time-Domain Adaptive Command Shaping Methods
for Flexible Manipulator Control
Sungsoo Rhim, CAMotion, Inc., USA; Wayne J. Book, Georgia Institute of
Technology, USA
M2000-271
Achieving Fast Motions in Semiconductor Manufacturing
Machinery
Peter H. Meckl, Purdue University, USA; Kazunobu Umemoto, NEC
Corporation, Japan
M2000-272
A Parameter-Based Method for Designing Input Shapers for
Flexible Robotic Systems
Michael Kenison, Schlumberger, USA; William Singhose, Georgia
Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-274
Dynamic Output Feedback Time-Delay Control for Closed-Loop
Input Shaping
Qiguo Yan, Vikram Kapila, Anthony Tzes, Polytechnic University, USA
M2000-275
Repetitive Control Fast Tool Servo for Diamond Turning
Marc Crudele, Vanguard Plastics, USA; Thomas R. Kurfess, Georgia
Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-276
Precision Positioning Using MEMS Based Microactuator
Nitin Afzulpurkar, Yossawee Weerakamhaeng, Asian Institute of Technology,
Thailand
M2000-277
Teaching Control System Design through Mechatronics
Kevin Craig, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, USA
M2000-278
Comparison of Several Microcontrollers for Teaching
Mechatronics
John P. H. Steele, Colorado School Of Mines, USA
M2000-279
Mechatronic-Based Hybrid Active Noise Control
M2000-280
Adaptive Neuro-Inverse-Dynamic Active Vibration Control of Single-Link Flexible
Manipulator
M2000-281
The Design and Control of a Semi-Active Helmholtz Resonator
M2000-282
Adaptive Noise Regulation in Finite Ducts Using Boundary Control
M2000-283
A Methodology for Studying the Impact of the Intrinsic Stress
on the Reliability of the Electroless Ni UBM Structure
Dianne Mitchell, Yifan Guo, Vijay Sarihan, Motorola Semiconductor Products
Sector, Interconnect System Laboratories, USA
M2000-284
Mechatronics Technology Demonstrator- An Educational
Experience
Devdas Shetty, University of Hartford, USA; Ric Kolk, Carrier
Corporation (United Technologies), USA; Jun Kondo, Claudio Campana, University of
Hartford, USA
M2000-285
Optimal Control for Energy Management of A Series Hybrid
Vehicle
Wenping Wang, Taiyuan University of Science & Technology, P.R.China; Nader
Sadegh, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
M2000-286
Building Mechatronics Business
Dr. Ir. J. van Eijk, Dr. Ir. J. Franse, Ir. H.M.J.R. Soemers
Mechatronics department, CFT Philips, The Netherlands
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