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On Global Convergence in Design Optimization Using the Particle Swarm Optimization Technique

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Forrest W. Flocker, Ramiro H. Bravo
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. August 2016, 138(8): 081402.
Paper No: MD-16-1001
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4033727
Published Online: June 20, 2016
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Topics: Algorithms, Design, Optimization, Particle swarm optimization, Particulate matter
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A Closed-Form Solution for Minimizing the Cycle Time in Motion Programs With Constant Velocity Segments

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Forrest W. Flocker, Ramiro H. Bravo
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. January 2013, 135(1): 014502.
Paper No: MD-12-1170
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007930
Published Online: November 19, 2012
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Topics: Cycles, Kinematics
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A Versatile Cam Profile for Controlling Interface Force in Multiple-Dwell Cam-Follower Systems

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Forrest W. Flocker
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. September 2012, 134(9): 094501.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007146
Published Online: August 6, 2012
View Articletitled, A Versatile Cam Profile for Controlling Interface Force in Multiple-Dwell Cam-Follower Systems
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Topics: Acceleration, Cams, Design, Cycles, Manufacturing, Computer software, Optimization
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A Versatile Acceleration-Based Cam Profile for Single-Dwell Applications Requiring Cam-Follower Clearance During Dwell

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Forrest W. Flocker
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. August 2012, 134(8): 084505.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007002
Published Online: July 23, 2012
View Articletitled, A Versatile Acceleration-Based Cam Profile for Single-Dwell Applications Requiring Cam-Follower Clearance During Dwell
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Topics: Clearances (Engineering), Design, Kinematics
Proceedings Papers

A Versatile Acceleration-Based Cam Profile for Single-Dwell Applications Requiring Cam-Follower Clearance During Dwell

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Forrest W. Flocker
Proc. ASME. ICEF2011, ASME 2011 Internal Combustion Engine Division Fall Technical Conference, 987-997, October 2–5, 2011
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: ICEF2011-60052
https://doi.org/10.1115/ICEF2011-60052
View Paper titled, A Versatile Acceleration-Based Cam Profile for Single-Dwell Applications Requiring Cam-Follower Clearance During Dwell
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Topics: Clearances (Engineering), Valves, Computer software, Cycles, Design, Inertia (Mechanics), Internal combustion engines, Leakage, Optimization, Trains
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Optimizing Cam Profiles Using the Particle Swarm Technique

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Ramiro H. Bravo, Forrest W. Flocker
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2011, 133(9): 091003.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4004587
Published Online: September 7, 2011
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Topics: Cycles, Design, Optimization, Particle swarm optimization, Particulate matter, Polynomials, Algorithms
Proceedings Papers

Addressing CAM Wear and Follower Jump in Single-Dwell CAM-Follower Systems With an Adjustable Modified Trapezoidal Acceleration CAM Profile

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Forrest W. Flocker
Proc. ASME. ICES2008, ASME 2008 Internal Combustion Engine Division Spring Technical Conference, 327-335, April 27–30, 2008
Publisher: American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Paper No: ICES2008-1675
https://doi.org/10.1115/ICES2008-1675
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Topics: Wear
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Addressing Cam Wear and Follower Jump in Single-Dwell Cam-Follower Systems With an Adjustable Modified Trapezoidal Acceleration Cam Profile

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Forrest W. Flocker
Journal: Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Eng. Gas Turbines Power. May 2009, 131(3): 032804.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3030874
Published Online: February 12, 2009
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Topics: Displacement, Wear, Cams, Design
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Controlling the Frequency Content of Inertia Forces in Dwelling Cam-Follower Systems

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Forrest W. Flocker
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. May 2007, 129(5): 546–552.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2712222
Published Online: May 12, 2006
View Articletitled, Controlling the Frequency Content of Inertia Forces in Dwelling Cam-Follower Systems
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Topics: Cams, Inertia (Mechanics), Vibration, Vibration control, Displacement, Kinematics, Machinery