Design and Modeling of Mechanical Systems - IV: Proceedings of the 8th Conference on Design and Modeling of Mechanical Systems, CMSM'2019, March ... (Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering)

Preface
Contents
From Assembly Planning to Secondary Assembly’s Lines Identification
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Proposed Approach
		2.1 Illustrative Mechanism
		2.2 CAD Data
		2.3 Assembly Plan Generation
	3 Data Implementation
	4 Conclusion and Future Work
	References
CAD Tolerancing Integration: A Tool for Optimal Tolerance Allocation
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
		1.1 Literature Review
		1.2 Synthesis and Research Objectives
	2 Proposed Approach
	3 Case Study
		3.1 Studied Example
		3.2 Implementation of Proposed Model and Compared Approaches
	4 Results and Discussion
		4.1 Transfer and Tolerance Results
		4.2 DCC and Tolerance Results
		4.3 Cost Results
	5 Conclusion
	References
A Computer Aided Tolerancing (CAT) Tool of Non-rigid Cylindrical Parts Assemblies
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 State of the Art
		2.1 Tolerance Analysis Approaches of Rigid and Non-rigid Parts Assemblies
	3 The Main Steps of the Developed Tolerance Analysis Model
		3.1 Extraction of CAD Data
		3.2 Modeling of Realistic Cylindrical Components with Defects
		3.3 Modeling of the CAD Assembly with Realistic Parts
		3.4 Control of the FR: Tolerances Analysis
	4 Case Study
	5 Conclusion
	References
Why and How to Move from SPC (Statistical Process Control) to APC (Automated Process Control)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The Challenges of Process Control in Mechanical Production
	3 Optimum Control from a Single Part
	4 Multi-criteria Control
	5 APC: A Dissociation Between Conformity and Control
	6 Conclusion
	References
Proposal of a New Based Scenarios Eco-Manufacturing Methodology on CAD Phase
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 State of Art
	3 3 Proposed Approach
	4 4 Case Study
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Experimental Study of Vehicle Noise and Traffic Pollution
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Methodology and Experimental Procedure
	3 3 Measurements Results and Discussion
		3.1 Site 1
		3.2 Site 2
		3.3 Site 3
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
	Journal article
Design of an Electronic Throttle Body Based on a New Knowledge Sharing Engineering Methodology
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 State of the Art
		2.1 Mechatronic Systems Development Methodologies
		2.2 Methodologies Based on Collaborative Design and Knowledge Sharing
	3 Proposed Methodology
	4 Case Study
	5 Results and Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
Optimization Design of the Sewing Mechanism Using Multi-criteria Colonial Competitive Method
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 The NBTTL System
	3 3 The NBTTL Mechanical Performances
		3.1 The Needle Jerk (NJ)
		3.2 The Transmission Angle (TA)
		3.3 The Coupler Traking Error (TE)
	4 4 Multi-objective Optimization Design of the NBTTL Mechanism
	5 5 Results and Discussion
	6 6 Conclusion
	References
Investigating the Inline Design Measure in Existing Pressurized Steel Piping Systems
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
	3 3 Application, Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Exploring the Performance of the Inline Technique-Based Water-Hammer Design Strategy in Pressurized Steel Pipe Flows
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
	3 3 Application, Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Investigating the Removal of Hydraulic Cavitation from Pressurized Steel Piping Systems
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
	3 3 Application, Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Flow Velocity Effect on the Hygrothermal Behavior of the Polyester/Glass Fiber Composite
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Experimental Methods
	3 Modeling and Validation
	4 Conclusion
	References
Dynamics of the Flow Field Induced by Multiple Elevated Jets in Crossflow
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Set-up
	3 3 Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Transient Flow Study and Fault Detection in Polymeric Pipelines Inverse-Transient-Based Leak Detection Algorithm
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Inverse Analysis Method
		2.1 Concept
		2.2 Inverse Transient Analysis
	3 3 Mathematical Model
		3.1 Momentum Equation
		3.2 Continuity Equation
		3.3 Leak Modeling
	4 4 Numerical Resolution: Method of Characteristics
		4.1 Finite-Difference Equations
		4.2 Retarded Strain
		4.3 Boundary Conditions
	5 5 Experimental Setup
	6 6 Model Calibration and Adjustment
		6.1 Wave Velocity Delimitation
		6.2 Optimization Problem
	7 7 Leak Quantification
		7.1 Numerical to Numerical Calibration
		7.2 Numerical-Experimental Calibration
	8 8 Conclusion
	References
Influence of the Impeller Geometry and the Starting Period on the Hydraulic Performance of a Centrifugal Pump
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Fundamental Equations
		2.1 Fluid Governing Equations
		2.2 Pump Governing Equations
	3 Numerical Analysis
	4 Results
		4.1 Pump Impeller Speed and Motor Torque
		4.2 Steady State Response Analysis
		4.3 Transient Response Analysis
	5 Conclusion
	References
Improvement of Mass Transport at the Surface of an SPR Biosensor Applied in Microfluidics
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction 
	2 2 Theoretical Consideration
		2.1 The Navier Stokes Equations
		2.2 The Binding Reaction
		2.3 Transport Equation
		2.4 Magnetostatic Equations
		2.5 Boundary Condition 
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Geometric Configuration
		3.2 Magnetic Field Effect on the Microfluidic Flow Profile
		3.3 Magnetic Field Effect on the Kinetic Response
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Assessing the Inline and Branching Techniques in Mitigating Water-Hammer Surge Waves
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Theory and Methods
	3 Application, Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusion
	References
A Reliability Based Design Method Evaluation for a Coupled Fluid-Structure System
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Vibroacoustic Damped Model
	3 3 Resolution Methods
		3.1 Direct Method
		3.2 Model Order Reduction Method
	4 4 The First Order Reliability Method
	5 5 The Reliability Based Design Method Evaluation
	6 6 Numerical Simulation
		6.1 Finite Elements Model
		6.2 The Reliability Based Design Method Evaluation, Results and Discussion
	7 7 Conclusion and Outlook
	References
Effect of Cylindrical Particle Orientation on the Flow and Temperature Distribution
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Numerical Methodology
		2.1 Nusselt Number Correlations
		2.2 Drag Coefficient Correlations
		2.3 Solution and Simulation Conditions
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Validation Using Spherical Particle
		3.2 Flow Past a Stationary Non-spherical Particle
		3.3 Hydrodynamic Behavior of Gas and Particles
	4 Conclusion
	References
Experimental Analysis of Electromyography (EMG) Signal for Evaluation of Isometric Muscle Force
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Experimental Materials
		2.2 EMG Acquisition and Processing
		2.3 Development Muscle Model
			2.3.1 Dynamic Activation
			2.3.2 Dynamic Contraction
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusion
	References
Multiscale Approach from Nanoscale to Macroscale to Identify Orthotropic Properties of Trabecular Bone Based on FEM
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Method Description
		2.1 Bone Composition
		2.2 Multiscale Model of Trabecular Bone
		2.3 Multiscale Approach
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Microfibril
		3.2 Fibril
		3.3 Lamella
		3.4 Single Trabeculae
		3.5 Trabecular Network
	4 Conclusion
	References
Modeling of a Fatigue Test Performed on a Trans-Tibial Prosthetic Socket Made of Natural Fiber
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Cyclic Test of Socket According to ISO 10328
	3 3 Theoretical Study
	4 4 Electro-Mechanical Analogy
	5 5 Identification of Burgers Model Parameters
	6 6 Design Optimization of the Test Bench
		6.1 Determination of the Natural Frequency of the Test Bench Based on the Burgers Model
		6.2 Possible Solutions to Increase the Natural Frequency of the Test Bench
		6.3 The Effect of the Reduction of the Equivalent Mass on the Running of the Cyclic Test
	7 7 Conclusion
	References
Investigation on the Effect of the Contact-Free Creep Test Loading Conditions on the Human Skin Viscoelastic Parameters
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Experimental Protocol
		2.2 Constitutive Law
		2.3 Finite Elements Model and Inverse Problem
		2.4 Statistical Analysis
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Numerical Results
		3.2 Statistical Analysis Results
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Effect of Changing Temperature and Wire Cross Section on the Tribological Behavior of the NiTi Alloy
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Preliminary Evaluation
		3.2 Tribological Results
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
The Simulation of Acoustic Cavitation in the Medical Field
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Mathematical and Numerical Model
		2.1 Governing Equations
		2.2 Rayleigh-Plesset
		2.3 The VOF-LPT Coupling
	3 Results and Discussions
		3.1 The VOF-LPT-RP Solvers
		3.2 Test Case Description
		3.3 Boundary and Operation Conditions
		3.4 Results
	4 Conclusion
	References
	Journal article
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Nonlinear Analysis of the Effect of Hydrodynamic Forces on the Stability of an Unbalanced Rigid Rotor
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Mathematical Modelling
	3 3 Results
	4 4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Power Losses in a Gearbox Lubricated with Axle Gear Oils
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
	3 3 Power Loss Model with C40/A10 Gears
		3.1 Seals Power Loss
		3.2 Rolling Bearing Power Loss
		3.3 No-Load Gears Power Loss
		3.4 Gears Power Loss
	4 4 Results and Discussion
	5 5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
A Low Cost Uncertainties Propagation Study for a Coupled Fluid Structure System
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Stochastic Vibroacoustic Damped Model
	3 3 Resolution Methods
		3.1 Direct Method
		3.2 Model Order Reduction Method
	4 4 The Proposed Uncertainty Analysis Method
	5 5 Numerical Simulation
		5.1 Finite Elements Model
		5.2 Stochastic Response, Results and Discussion
	6 6 Conclusion and Outlook
	References
Robust 2D-Spatial Fourier Transform Identification of Wavenumber-Space Characteristics of a Composite Plate
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Theoretical Backgrounds
	3 K-Space Identification of Sandwich Plate Using Experiment-Based 2D-Spatial DFT
	4 Conclusion
	References
Physical Only Modes Identification Using the Stochastic Modal Appropriation Algorithm
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The SMA Algorithm
	3 Harmonics Rejection
	4 Spurious Modes Rejection
	5 Simulation Validation
		5.1 Harmonics Rejection
		5.2 Spurious Modes Rejection
	6 Conclusion
	References
Comparative Study of Smart Structures Vibrations Under Earthquake Excitations
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Classical Active Control Algorithm (LQR)
	3 3 Methods of the Optimal Position of the Control Systems
		3.1 The Method of Modal Controllability
		3.2 Controllability Index
		3.3 Genetic Algorithm
	4 4 Numerical Studies
		4.1 Validation of the Model Taken
		4.2 Application of Modal Controllability
		4.3 Application of Controllability Index
		4.4 Application of Genetic Algorithm
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
The Influence of Process Parameters on Single Point Incremental Forming: Numerical Investigation
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Constitutive Model
	3 FEM Simulation
	4 FEM Results
	5 Conclusion
	References
Experimental Investigation and Finite Element Modeling on Incremental Forming Process of Aluminum Sheet Alloys
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Modeling and Simulation
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusion
	References
Ductile Fracture Characterization of an IF Steel Tensile Test by Numerical Simulation
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Elastic-Plastic Constitutive Equations
	3 3 Hill’s Yield Criterion for Orthotropic Materials
	4 4 Hardening Laws
	5 5 Ductile Fracture
	6 6 Damage Evolution
	7 7 Finite Element Model
	8 8 Conclusions
	References
Predictive Modeling and Optimization of Cutting Parameters During the Turning of Inconel 718 Using Taguchi Method
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Problem Definition
	3 3 Experimental Setup
		3.1 Material
		3.2 Taguchi Method
	4 4 Result and Discussion
		4.1 Signal to Noise Ratio
		4.2 Main Effects Plot for S/N Ratio
		4.3 Regression Equation
	5 5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Effect of Multi-stage Incremental Formatting Strategy (DDDD) on Sheet Thickness and Profile
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Numerical Simulation
	3 Experimental Setup
	4 Results and Discussion
	5 Conclusion
	References
Human Skills Evaluation to Improve Production Performance: Case of a Company in the Cosmetics Sector
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Management and Assessment of Knowledge and Skills
		2.1 Knowledge Management
		2.2 Knowledge and Skills Assessment
	3 Approach and Outcome of the Skills Assessment Survey
		3.1 Pre-survey
		3.2 Survey
		3.3 Post-survey
	4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Optimization of FDM Manufacturing Parameters of a Biodegradable Thermoplastic (PLA)
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis of PLA
		2.2 Design of Experiment Based on Taguchi Method
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 DMA Test of a PLA
		3.2 Influence of FDM Process Parameters
	4 4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Investigation of Delamination Factor in High Speed Milling on Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Set Up
		2.1 Materials and Methodology
		2.2 Design of Machining Experiments
	3 3 Results and Discussions
		3.1 Entry Delamination
		3.2 Exit Delamination
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
The Effect of High-Speed Milling on Surface Roughness of 42CrMo4 Hardened Steel Using a Ball Nose End-Mill Cutter
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Experimental Results
	3 Interpretations
	4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Multi-optimization of Stellite 6 Turning Parameters for Better Surface Quality and Higher Productivity Through RSM and Grey Relational Analysis
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Procedure
		2.1 Equipment and Materials
		2.2 Design of Experiments
	3 3 Effect of Cutting Conditions on Surface Roughness
	4 4 Optimization of Cutting Conditions Using Grey Relational Analysis
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Numerical Determination of Cutting Stability Lobes in Orthogonal Milling
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Approach Description
	3 Numerical Cutting
		3.1 Radial Flexibility
		3.2 Transverse Flexibility
		3.3 Combined Flexibility
	4 Results Comparison
	5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Prediction of Forces Components During the Turning Process of Stellite 6 Material Based on Artificial Neural Networks
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Procedure
	3 3 Artificial Neural Networks Model
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
A Finite Element Procedure for Thermal Buckling Analysis of Functionally Graded Shell Structures
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Material Properties of FGM Conical Shells
	3 Basic Equations of FGM Shell
		3.1 Kinematics of the Shell Model and Strain Field
		3.2 Weak Form and Constitutive Relations
		3.3 Thermal Buckling Problem
	4 Results and Discussion
	5 Conclusion
	References
Thermal Expansion Behavior of Al 2017 Alloy Matrix Composites Prepared by Stir Casting
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Procedure
	3 3 Result and Discussion
		3.1 Microstructure of Composites
		3.2 Density of Composites
		3.3 Thermal Expansion Behavior of Composites
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Material and Geometric Nonlinear Analysis of Ceramic/Metal Functionally Graded Cylindrical Shell
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Theoretical Formulation
		2.1 Material Properties of FG Cylindrical Shell
		2.2 Kinematic Assumptions, Weak Form and Constitutive Relations
		2.3 Constitutive Relations in Elastoplasticity
	3 Finite Element Resolution
	4 Numerical Results
	5 Conclusion
	References
Buckling Analysis of Carbon Nanotube-Reinforced FG Shells Using an Enhanced Solid-Shell Element
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Finite Element Formulation
		2.1 The Weak Form
		2.2 Compatible Strains
		2.3 Enhanced Green Lagrange Strains
	3 3 Carbon Nanotube Reinforced Composite Shell
	4 4 Numerical Simulations
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Static Analysis of Carbon Nanotube-Reinforced FG Shells Using an Enhanced Solid-Shell Element
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Finite Element Formulation
		2.1 The Weak Form
		2.2 Compatible Strains
		2.3 Enhanced Green Lagrange Strains
	3 3 Carbon Nanotube Reinforced Composite Shell
	4 4 Numerical Simulations
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Effect of the Type of Binder on Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Mortar with Doum Palm Fiber
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Procedure
		2.1 Materials
			2.1.1 Doum Palm Fiber
			2.1.2 Binder
			2.1.3 Sand
		2.2 Mixing Procedure and the Preparation of the Composite
		2.3 Experimental Investigation
	3 3 Results and Discussions
		3.1 Fibers Surface
		3.2 Mechanical Properties
		3.3 Thermal Properties
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Numerical Investigation of Reverse Redrawing Process Using a Non Associated Flow Rule
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Constitutive Equations
	3 3 Numerical Simulations of Reverse Re-drawing Process
	4 4 Results and Discussions
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Low Velocity Impact-and-Damage Study of DD13 Sheet Metal
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Finite Element Simulations
		2.1 Constitutive Equations
		2.2 Finite Element Model
	3 Simulation Results
	4 Conclusion
	References
Mechanical Characterization of Thin Films Using Nanoindentation Technique. a Numerical Study
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods Measuring Elastic-Plastic Thin Film’s Properties
		2.1 Oliver and Pharr Method
		2.2 Numerical Methods
	3 Identification of the Elastic-Plastic Thin Films Properties Using Three Analytical Models
		3.1 Identification of the Elastic-Plastic Film Properties Using Jiang, Zhou and Huang Model
		3.2 Identification of the Elastic-Plastic Film Properties Using Liao, Zhou, Huang and Jiang Model
		3.3 Identification of the Film Properties Using Ma, Zhou, Long and Lu Model
	4 Conclusion
	References
Numerical Study of SPIF Process of Al–Cu Bimetal Sheet Using Finite Element Analysis: Influence of Process Parameters on the Mechanical and Geometrical Responses
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Numerical Modeling of SPIF
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Forming Force: Comparison Between Experimental and Numerical Results
		3.2 Effect of the Wall Angle on the Distribution of Final Sheet Thickness and Equivalent Plastic Strain
	4 Conclusions
	References
Effect of Multiple Impacts on Thin Leading Edges of Turbine Blade Treated by Laser Shock Peening Process
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Finite Element Model Investigation of the LSP Treatment
		2.1 Geometric Model
		2.2 General Hypotheses of the Study
		2.3 Material Representative Properties
		2.4 Boundary Conditions and Loading Induced by LSP Treatment
		2.5 Principal Calculation Steps
	3 Results and Discussions
	4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Experimental Study of Immiscible Polymer Blends: Morphology and Rheology
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Techniques
		2.1 Materials
		2.2 Techniques
	3 3 Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Extension of the Jiles–Atherton Hysteresis Model to Characterize 	the Magneto-Mechanical Behavior: Experimental and Numerical Investigations for Stator Blanking
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Section
		2.1 Material and Experimental Set up
		2.2 Experimental Results
		2.3 Hysteresis Model
	3 3 Numerical Aspect
		3.1 Finite Element Modelling
		3.2 Finite Element Results
	4 4 Magneto Mechanical Coupling
		4.1 Coupling Procedure
		4.2 Coupling Results
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Product Development Process Based on Open Technologies
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Literature Review of Product Development Process
		2.1 Fuzzy Front End
		2.2 Prototyping Phase
	3 New Approach of Product Development Process
		3.1 Opportunity Research
		3.2 Opportunity Evaluation
		3.3 Validates Opportunities
		3.4 Engineering Design
	4 The Assumptions Derived from Processes
	5 Conclusion and Future Work
	References
Failure Mechanism of Sandwich Panels Under Three-Point Bending
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Analytical Analysis
		2.1 Modified Gibson’s Model
		2.2 Failure Mode Map
	3 3 Experimental and Numerical Procedures
		3.1 Experimental Procedures
		3.2 Numerical Simulations
	4 4 Results and Discussion
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Analysis on the Dependence of the Fracture Locus on the Pressure and the Lode Angle
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Ductile Fracture Models
		2.1 Mae and Wierzbicki [8]
		2.2 Xue and Wierzbicki [9]
		2.3 Damage Evolution
	3 Numerical Simulations
		3.1 Effect of Models Parameters
		3.2 3D Fracture Locus
	4 Conclusion
	References
Finite Element Analysis of Single Point Incremental Forming Process of Metallic Composite Sheet: Application to Titanium-Steel Bimetal Sheet Forming
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Finite Element Analysis
		2.1 Sheet Materials and Pyramid Geometry
		2.2 Description of the FE Model
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Validation of the FE Model
		3.2 Influence of Layers’ Arrangement and Different Vertical Steps Down on the Variations of Forming Force Versus Time Diagram
		3.3 The Effect of Vertical Pitch Size on the Peak Magnitude of the Forming Loads Acting on the Punch
		3.4 Effect of the Vertical Step Down on the Thickness Distribution
	4 Conclusion
	References
Bending Fatigue Behavior of Flax and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Epoxy Resin
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Experimental Procedures
		2.1 Materials
		2.2 Bending Tests
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Static Results
		3.2 Fatigue Results
	4 Conclusion
	References
Quasi-static Properties of a Bio-Based Sandwich Structure with an Auxetic Core
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Method
		2.1 Materials and Manufacturing
		2.2 Tensile Test
		2.3 Three-Point Bending Test
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Material Properties
		3.2 Poisson’s Ratio of the Auxetic Structure
		3.3 Bending Performance of Sandwiches Composites
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Characterization of CrN/CrAlN/Cr2O3 Multilayers Coatings Synthesized by DC Reactive Magnetron Sputtering
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Procedures
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Microstructure and Morphology
		3.2 Mechanical Properties
		3.3 Coefficient of Friction
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Mechanical Characterization of Composite GRC Under Different Solicitations
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Mechanical Characterizations
		2.1 Specimens Preparation
		2.2 Bending Tests
		2.3 Compression Tests
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Observations
	5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Model Parameters Identification of Adhesively Bonded Composites Tubes Under Internal Pressure
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Finite Element Model
		2.1 Interface Model
		2.2 Ply Model
	3 Parameters Identification
		3.1 Interface Parameters
		3.2 Ply Parameters
			3.2.1 [±45°] Specimens
			3.2.2 [±80°] Specimens
			3.2.3 Plasticity Parameters
	4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Influence of the Nitrided Layers Microstructure on the Fatigue Life Improvements of AISI 4140 Steel
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Material and Experimental Procedures
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Microstructural Characterization
		3.2 Work Hardening
		3.3 Residual Stress
		3.4 Fatigue Behaviour
		3.5 Fractographic Analysis of Fracture Surfaces
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Characterization of the Surface Roughness of a GFRP by a 3D Profilometer After Trimming
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Response Surface Methodology
	3 3 Materials and Methods
		3.1 Material
		3.2 Machine and Tool Used
		3.3 Machining Strategy
	4 4 Design of Experiments
	5 5 Analysis Method of Area Roughness
	6 6 Results and Discussion
		6.1 Results
		6.2 Results Study with “Minitab”
	7 7 Conclusions and Perspectives
	References
Mechanical Behavior of Titanium Aerospace Alloy: TA6V (TiAl6V4) Obtained Through an Identification Strategy Using CPB06 and Barlat Yield91 Criteria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Titanium in Aerospace
	3 Titanium Alloys Allotropic Status
	4 Identification Model
	5 Identification Procedure
	6 Results and Discussion
	7 Numerical Simulation
	8 Conclusion
	References
Development of Sustainable Soft Flooring Material to Reduce Fall Injuries
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Methodology
	3 3 Energy Calculation for Causing Fracture in Bone
	4 4 Result and Discussion
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Comparative Evaluation of Natural Rubber Properties Blended with Almond Shells Powder with and Without Addition of New Bio-binary Accelerator System
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Material
		2.2 Composites Preparation
	3 Experimental Characterization
		3.1 Crosslinking Density Measurement
		3.2 Mechanical Properties
	4 Results and Discussion
	5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Corrosive Wear Resistance of TiO2 Coatings by the Electrophoretic Deposition Process
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Experimental Protocol
	3 Results
	4 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
Numerical Study of Mechanical Behavior of Agave Fibers Reinforced Composites
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Published Data
		2.2 Finite Element Modeling
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Macro Scale Modeling, Tensile Test Simulation
		3.2 Macro Scale Modeling, 3 Points Bending Test Simulation
		3.3 Meso Scale Modeling, Tensile Test Simulation
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
A 3D Numerical Analysis of the Chip Segmentation Mechanism and the Side Burr Formation During the Ti6Al4V Alloy Machining
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Numerical Model
	3 3 Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
A Modified FSDT Model for Static Analysis of Smart Functionally Graded Shells
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Theoretical Formulations
		2.1 Material Properties of FG Plates
		2.2 Kinematic Assumptions, Weak Form and Constitutive Relations
		2.3 Finite Element Approximation
	3 3 Numerical Results
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Behavior of NiTi Arch Under Cycling Loading and Cathodically Hydrogen Charging
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Experimental Procedure
	3 3 Experimental Results and Discussion
		3.1 Effect of Imposed Strain
		3.2 Effect of Strain Rate
		3.3 Effect of Hydrogen Charging
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
The Effect of Surface Treatment on the Fatigue Behavior of NiTi Alloys
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Experimental Procedures
		2.1 Material of the Study
		2.2 Experimental Procedures
	3 Results and Discussions
		3.1 Mechanical Properties of NiTi Diablos Specimens
		3.2 Effect of Hydrogen on Mechanical Behavior of NiTi Specimens
		3.3 Determination of Fatigue Properties by Self-heating Method
	4 Conclusion
	References
Micro-Scale Investigations on Belt-Finishing Wear Mechanisms and Residual Stresses by Scratch Test: Numerical Study
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Numerical Study
		2.1 The Description and the Conditions of the Modeling
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Characterization of the Wear Mode
		3.2 The Effect of Scratching Velocity on the Residual Stresses
		3.3 The Effect of Friction Coefficient on the Residual Stresses
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Micromechanical Modeling and Simulation of the Elastoplastic Behavior of Composite Materials
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Double Inclusion Model
	3 3 Incremental Formulation of Homogenization Model
	4 4 Elasto-Plastic Tangent Operator
	5 5 Incremental Algorithm Steps
	6 6 Numerical Results and Discussion
	7 7 Conclusion
	References
Impact of Injection Parameters on Gloss Properties of Grained Polypropylene Parts
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Techniques
		2.1 Materials
		2.2 Techniques
			2.2.1 Polymer Processing
			2.2.2 Colorometric Properties
	3 3 Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Dynamic Calibration Method for Copper Crusher Gauges Based on Split Hopkinson Pressure Bars Technique and Finite Element Modeling
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Split Hopkinson Pressure Bars Apparatus and Data Analysis
	3 Modeling of the Crusher Gauge Material
	4 Experimental Dynamic Test Results
	5 Numerical Modeling
	6 Results and Discussion
	7 Conclusion
	References
Improvement of the Quality of Aeronautical Products Stelia Tunisia
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Diagnosis
		2.1 Assembly Process of Lower Fuselage 13–14
		2.2 Diagnosis and Action Plan
	3 3 Improvement Actions
		3.1 Constitution of the Work Team
		3.2 Choice of the Pilot Line
		3.3 Creating Process Flow Chart
		3.4 Creating the Monitoring Plan
		3.5 FMECA Process
		3.6 Checkpoints
		3.7 Target Operation Method
		3.8 Points Display Method
		3.9 The 5S Method
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Investigation of the Effects of the Pre-hole Geometrical Parameters on the Countersinking Process
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Material Behavior
	3 Parameters
	4 FE Model
	5 Experiments Tools
	6 Results and Discussions
	7 Effects of the Parameters on the Punch Load
	8 Effects of the Parameters on the Countersunk Hole Shape
	9 Experimental Final Shape
	10 Conclusion
	References
Meshfree Modeling of 3D-Shell Structures Using the Modified First Order Shear Deformation Theory
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 The Modified First Order Shear Deformation Theory Kinematic Assumptions
		2.1 Displacement Field and Strains of the Shell Model
		2.2 The Meshfree Global Weak Form
		2.3 The RPIM Using for the Meshfree Approximation of the Modified First Order Shear Deformation Theory
	3 3 Numerical Example and Results
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
An ABAQUS Implementation of a Solid-Shell Element: Application to Low Velocity Impact
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Finite Element Formulation
		2.1 Assumed Natural Strain Method
		2.2 Enhanced Assumed Strain Method
		2.3 Finite Element Resolution
	3 3 Elastoplastic Constitutive Equations
	4 4 Numerical Results
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Forced Vibration Analysis of Functionally Graded Carbon Nanotubes-Reinforced Composite Plates with Finite Element Strategy
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Finite Element Strategy
		2.1 Parameterization of the Geometry and Deformations
		2.2 Material Properties of FG-CNTRC Plates
	3 3 Forced Vibration Problem
	4 4 Results and Discussion
	5 5 Conclusions
	References
Evolution of Mean Velocity and Temperature Field of Variable Density Turbulent Rectangular Jet
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Computational Procedure
		2.1 Governing Equations
		2.2 Flow Configuration and Boundary Conditions
		2.3 Numerical Method
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Centerline Velocity
		3.2 Centerline Turbulent Intensity
		3.3 Dynamic Half-Width
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Enhanced Efficiency of InGaN/GaN MQW Solar Cell by Applying Stress
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Numerical Method
		2.1 Self-consistent Model
		2.2 Electrical Parameters of the InxGa1−XN/GaN MQW Solar Cell
	3 3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Description of the Model
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Analysing 2D Elastic and Elastoplastic Problems with the Element Free Galerkin Method
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Moving Least Square (MLS) Approximation
	3 3 Imposition of Boundary Conditions
	4 4 Numerical Integration
	5 5 2D Linear Elasticity by MLS
		5.1 Two-Dimensional Plate
		5.2 Timoshenko Beam
	6 6 2D Elastoplasticity by MLS
		6.1 MLS Discretization and Explicit Scheme
		6.2 Numerical Examples and Discussions
	7 7 Conclusions
	References
Finite-Element Determination of the Equivalent Thermal Conductivity of Hollow Blocks Masonry Wall
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Numerical Study
		2.1 Geometry and Modeling
		2.2 Mesh Generation
		2.3 Material Properties of the Constituents
		2.4 Boundary Conditions
		2.5 Heat Transfer in Hollow Blocks
	3 3 Results and Discussions
		3.1 Effect of Radiation
		3.2 Resulting Effective Thermal Conductivity
	4 4 Conclusion
	References
Formulation of the Dynamic Stiffness Matrix of Prestressed Cross-Ply Laminated Circular Cylin-Drical Shell Subjected to Distributed Loads
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geometry
	3 Kinematic Assumptions
	4 Lamina Constitutive Relations
	5 Behaviour Equations of Composite Shell
	6 The Dynamic Equilibrium Equations
	7 Dynamic Stiffness Relation of Thick Laminated Prestressed Cylindrical Shells Subjected to Distributed Loads
		7.1 Dynamic Transfer Relation and Sate Vector
		7.2 Dynamic Stiffness Relation of Presressed Composite Shell
	8 Numerical Validation
		8.1 A Cross-Ply Laminated Prestressed Cylindrical Shell
		8.2 Distributed Radial Load
	9 Conclusion
	Appendix A
	Appendix B
	References
Finite Element Modelling of the Functionally Graded Shells Mechanical Behavior
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Material
	3 Constitutive Equations
	4 Numerical Results
		4.1 Benchmark Tests
		4.2 Square Plate Under Doubly Sinusoidal Load
	5 Conclusion
	References
Design and Modeling of a Mechatronic Power System of an Electric Vehicle
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Description of the Mathematical Model
	3 Modeling of the Battery with Modelica
	4 Simulation Results
	5 Parametric Study of the Energy Consumption of the Battery with ModelCenter
	6 Conclusion
	References
Sizing Models and Performance Analysis of Waste Heat Recovery Organic Rankine Cycle System for Internal Combustion Engine
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 2 Mathematical Model
		2.1 Heat Exchanger
		2.2 Expander-Generators
		2.3 Motor-Pump
		2.4 Modeling the Complete ORC System
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusion
	References
Entropy Generation Minimization Concept Evaluating Mixing Efficiency Through, Variable Density, Isothermal, Free Turbulent Jet
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Mathematical Model
		2.1 First-Order K-ε Turbulence Model
		2.2 Reynolds Tensor
		2.3 Equation of State
		2.4 Entropy Generation Rate
	3 Boundary Conditions
	4 Numerical Procedure
	5 Results and Discussion
	6 Conclusion
	References
Soft Underwater Robots Imitating Manta Actuated by Dielectric-Elastomer Minimum-Energy Structures
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Swimming Method Classification
	3 3 Actuator and Robot Structure
		3.1 Actuator Structure
		3.2 Robot Structure
	4 4 Measurement Results
		4.1 Actuator
		4.2 Robot
	5 5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
A Novel in-Pipe Robot Design with Helical Drive
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 The Design Concept
	3 3 Advance Speed
		3.1 Nomenclature
		3.2 Robot in a Straight Pipe
		3.3 Robot in Pipe Bend
		3.4 Problem of the Robot in a Bend
	4 4 The New Design
	5 5 Expression of the Advance Speed in a Bend
	6 6 Simulation
	7 7 Conclusions
	References
Cable-Driven Parallel Robot (Eight Cables): Motors Command in Position and in Velocity
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Notations and Kinematic Modeling
	3 3 Point-to-Point Motion
		3.1 Method
		3.2 Experimental Results
	4 4 Conclusions
	References
Bio-Inspired CPG Based Locomotion for Humanoid Robot Application
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Central Pattern Generator
	3 Problem Formulation
	4 ZMP Formulation
	5 Conclusion
	References
Analysis and Modeling of a Variable Capacity and an Accelerometer Using MEMS-RF Technology
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Mechanical and Electrical Characteristic
		2.1 Mecancials Properties
		2.2 Electricals Properties
	3 3 Modeling of the Proposed Varactor
	4 4 Modeling of the Proposed Accelerometer
	5 5 Conclusion
	Reference
Co-simulation Study of a Two Wheeled Vehicle Equipped with an ABS System
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Multibody Model of a Two Wheeled Vehicle
	3 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
		3.1 Braking Dynamics and ABS Principle
		3.2 ABS Controller
	4 Co-Simulation ADAMS/Simulink
	5 Simulation and Results
		5.1 Simulation on a Dry Road
		5.2 Simulation on a Wet Road
	6 Conclusion and Perspectives
	References
Optimization of a Flexible Multibody System Design Variables Using Genetic Algorithm
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Modeling the Mechanism
	3 3 Identification Approach
		3.1 Initial Population Choice
		3.2 Fitness Function
	4 4 Simulations and Results
		4.1 Effects of Generation Number
		4.2 Effects of Population Size
		4.3 Effects of Crossover and Mutation Probabilities
	5 5 Conclusion
	References
Water-Hammer Control in Pressurized Pipe Flow Using Dual (LDPE/LDPE) Inline Plastic Sub Short-Sections
	Abstract
	1 1 Introduction
	2 2 Materials and Methods
	3 3 Applications, Results and Discussion
	4 4 Conclusion
	References