Papers by Author: Min Zhang

Abstract: Due to the high level complexity of the structure of trees, physical-based simulation of tree’s motion is a difficult task. Many visual simulation platforms and modeling tools are developed to simplify the process of simulation. In a variety of modeling tools, Creator is a simple and convenient modeling tool. It works with the visual simulation platform Vega Prime. They play an important role in the field of visualized simulation. Thus, a solution for simulating tree’s motion in the environment of Creator and Vega Prime is proposed. Each of branches around the tree’s 3D shape is built in Creator, and then is gradually merged together into a tree in Vega Prime. The Vega Prime APIs are used to realize the simulation of tree’s motion. The software development circle is shortened in the solution. The simulation of tree’s motion is accomplished faithfully. Experiment results show that the solution reduces the process of development and realizes the vivid simulation.

Abstract: The dry friction behaviors of reaction-bonded silicon carbide (RB-SiC) with different particle sizes were studied at high temperature using pin-on-dick friction testing method. The results showed that the friction coefficient of RB-SiC was the highest at 300°C, and lower at room temperature and 600°C, but the wear rate of RB-SiC would be increased with the increase of temperature. The XRD analysis of grits showed that there was only the amorphous silica in grits at room temperature, whereas the amorphous and crystal silica combined in grits tested at 600 °C. The wear mechanisms of RB-SiC at room temperature and elevated temperature were analyzed by of scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observation on worn surface morphology of RB-SiC.