Papers by Keyword: Machines

Abstract: In this paper, the influence on the structural strength of the three groups of factors: performance, technology and design, from the standpoint of their influence on the final quality details

Abstract: Earthwork processes are the most costly and time consuming component of construction these days and they are characterized by a powerful heavy mechanization which participate on the earthwork process. Current pressure for minimize the cost and maximize the productivity highlights the need to optimize earthworks. In this paper, the optimization process in the area of earthwork processes is described. The selection of the right types of machines for earthwork and its implements has become very difficult these days because of availability of variety of machines models and therefore a multicriteria method is presented to tackle the problem. This paper describes methodology for optimizing the earthwork process according to the selected optimal criteria. The methodology is focused on the proposal phase of optimization where the decision maker has to make a decision and choose the right type of excavators. To overcome the problem of comparing the chosen machines a mathematical modeling approach leading to multicriteria optimization was adopted to make the step wise decision. The methodology gives an mathematical models by which we can solve this problem.

Abstract: This study presents innovative metal forming techniques that have been developed at the Lublin University of Technology in Lublin, Poland, including rotary compression, cross wedge rolling and roll forging. Dozens of Polish patents and several European patents have been granted for inventions based on the use of the above forming techniques. This study gives an overview of applications of these innovative techniques for producing stepped axes and shafts (including hollow and gear shafts) that are made of steel and light metal alloys (aluminium, titanium). It also presents prototype machines for forming metals and metal alloys.

Abstract: A novel cassava peeling machine that operates on the principle of the lathe was designed, fabricated and tested. The unique peeling principle uses a self-loading, self-adjusting single point cutting tool that can follow the contour of the cut cassava tuber sections or sized lots. The single point cutting tool allows the peeler to peel both freshly harvested cassava tubers and cassava tubers that are up to four days old effectively and efficiently. Test results show a peeling efficiency of over 70% for all categories of tubers and a minimal loss of flesh.

Abstract: The present contribution gives an overview on own research that has been performed from 2008 to 2011 in Area 2, Mechanics and Model Based Control, of the COMET K2 Austrian Center of Competence in Mechatronics (ACCM), which is situated at the Science Park of the Johannes Kepler University of Linz. Area 2 is motivated by the fact that mechanics and control both are rapidly expanding scientific fields, which share demanding mathematical and/or system-theoretic formulations and methods. The goal of Area 2 has been to utilize and extend these relations, with special emphasis on solid mechanics and control methods based on physical models. Some corresponding results will be reviewed subsequently with respect to the mechanical modelling of structures, robots and machines, and with respect to the corresponding model based control as linear/non-linear lumped/distributed parameter systems. Due to limitations in space, the present review restricts itself to work of Area 2 that has been directly performed at the University of Linz. The review contains 118 references to works on mechanics and model based control.

Abstract: The paper deals with mechatronic devices for accuracy improvement of measuring and metal cutting machines, robots, etc. The mechatronic means for correction of systematic errors of information-measuring systems including linear and rotary encoders and final 3-D position correction of a cutting instrument or touch probe are presented. The technical solutions are given with the application of active materials for smart probes and piezoactuators. A case for the application of piezoactive raster plates and other elements is described together with volumetric control diagrams and examples of practical implementation. Error correction problems can be solved using the piezoactive, piezoelectric or piezomagnetic substrate in the measuring or the datum system of the machines. An implementation of piezoelectrical correctional devices is very efficient for precise engineering where cutting or measuring forces are negligible and displacement values are in the range of several micrometers.