Papers by Author: Jian Xie

Abstract: A kind of model oriented assembly process simulation in WTK environment has been proposed. In the model, firstly, the assembly hierarchy of mechanical products can be presented clearly. Secondly, the assembly constraints between parts can be added to the model easily. At last, the assembly process information such as assembly sequence and path for each part can be recorded at real time in the model. Then, the converted method from PRO/E system to WTK environment about the mechanical product’s design information including geometric models, product design hierarchies and constraints has been discussed, which makes for easier building the model in the virtual environment.

Abstract: According to the characteristics of aerospace product, the model representation and storage of the rigid part and cable harness is proposed. The Dendritic Correlative Model of Mixed Assembly of Rigid and Flexible Parts (DCMMA-RFP) is introduced based on the hierarchical model and graph model. The assembly model which realizes the lightweight storage can clearly represent the hierarchy relation and assembly process of aerospace products. The assembly modeling process in the virtual assembly environment is detailed described. Finally the effectiveness of DCMMA-RFP is verified by an example.

Abstract: Aiming at the shortcomings of traditional assembly process design and immersive virtual assembly system, the architecture of Desktop Virtual Assembly System (DVAS) for interactive assembly process planning is presented. The key technologies such as data conversion and reconstruction of assembly models, assembly intention recognition and assembly control navigation are studied. The lightweight storage of assembly models’ data and the intelligent constraints recognition are realized. The problem of assembly operations resulted from the lack of immersion is solved by movement navigation. The algorithms were proposed and applied to the DVAS prototype, and an application case is studied to demonstrate the effectiveness of the system.