Aiming at the problem existing in the computer aided design process that how to express the design intents with high-level engineering terminologies, a mechanical product self-organized semantic feature evolution tech...Aiming at the problem existing in the computer aided design process that how to express the design intents with high-level engineering terminologies, a mechanical product self-organized semantic feature evolution technology for axiomatic design is proposed, so that the constraint relations between mechanical parts could be expressed in a semantic form which is more suitable for designers. By describing the evolution rules for semantic constraint information, the abstract expression of design semantics in mechanical product evolution process is realized and the constraint relations between parts are mapped to the geometric level from the semantic level; With semantic feature relation graph, the abstract semantic description, the semantic relative structure and the semantic constraint information are linked together; And the methods of semantic feature self-organized evolution are classified. Finally, combining a design example of domestic high-speed elevator, how to apply the theory to practical product development is illustrated and this method and its validity is described and verified. According to the study results, the designers are able to represent the design intents at an advanced semantic level in a more intuitional and natural way and the automation, recursion and visualization for mechanical product axiomatic design are also realized.展开更多
Axiomatic design(AD) is a popular design method,and satisfying the independence axiom is the basis of AD.However,AD doesn't provide methods to decompose functions then keep them independent and to handle coupled de...Axiomatic design(AD) is a popular design method,and satisfying the independence axiom is the basis of AD.However,AD doesn't provide methods to decompose functions then keep them independent and to handle coupled design.A few of ways of handling coupled design are mainly passive resolutions when coupled design exists,but not efficient to each product design.Hence,this paper presents an innovative approach to design and decompose functions of complex products based on functional connections,aiming at actively avoiding functional coupling.By contrasting with component networks,four kinds of relations among functions are identified,including spatial,energy,material,and information connection.Then the definitions of these relations and the dominant connection are given.Based on the definitions,the principles of functional decomposition and design are developed,in which each non-leaf function is broken into sub functions centered on its dominant connection with avoidance of functional cross and coupling,and sequentially satisfies the independence axiom.Then the operational flow of the proposed approach is constructed.Determining the dominant connection of a function,decomposing the function into sub functions in terms of the dominant connection and reverse examination and optimization are planed as the core steps in each zigzagging.Input process output(IPO) analysis is introduced to obtain the dominant connection of a function,some rules for examining and optimizing the decomposition results reversely according to oriented object theory are presented as well.An illustrative example about the pouring function of squeeze casting equipments presented demonstrates how to use the proposed approach,and indicates its effectiveness.The proposed approach expands the principles of AD,constructs a guidance policy for independent functional design of complex products based on AD,and can help decrease or actively avoid coupled design and improve design efficiency.展开更多
Converting customer needs into specific forms and providing consumers with services are crucial in product design.Currently,conversion is no longer difficult due to the development of modern technology,and various mea...Converting customer needs into specific forms and providing consumers with services are crucial in product design.Currently,conversion is no longer difficult due to the development of modern technology,and various measures can be applied for product realization,thus increasing the complexity of analysis and evaluation in the design process.The focus of the design process has thus shifted from problem solving to minimizing the total amount of information content.This paper presents a New Hybrid Axiomatic Design(AD)Methodology based on iteratively matching and merging design parameters that meet the independence axiom and attribute constraints by applying trimming technology,the ideal final results,and technology evolution theory.The proposed method minimizes the total amount of information content and improves the design quality.Finally,a case study of a rehabilitation robot design for hemiplegic patients is presented.The results indicate that the iterative matching and merging of related attributes can minimize the total amount of information content,reduce the cost,and improve design efficiency.Additionally,evolutionary technology prediction can ensure product novelty and improve market competitiveness.The methodology provides an excellent way to design a new(or improved)product.展开更多
Axiomatic design (AD) and theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ) are widely used in conceptual design. Both of them have limitations, however. We presented an integrated model of these two methods to increase the ...Axiomatic design (AD) and theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ) are widely used in conceptual design. Both of them have limitations, however. We presented an integrated model of these two methods to increase the efficiency and quality of the problem solving process for conceptual design. AD is used for systematically defining and structuring a problem into a hierarchy. Sometimes, the design matrix is coupled in AD which indicates the functional requirements are coupled. TRIZ separation principles can be used to separate non-independent design parameters, which provide innovative solutions at each hierarchical level. We applied the integrated model to the heating and drying equipment of bitumen reproduction device. The result verifies that the integrated model can work very well in conceptual design.展开更多
Photovoltaic (PV) systems have attracted increasing attention in last years as well as Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs), which have been used in many application fields. In PV plants, especially in ground installations...Photovoltaic (PV) systems have attracted increasing attention in last years as well as Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs), which have been used in many application fields. In PV plants, especially in ground installations, a lot of thefts and damages occur due to the still high cost of the modules. A new experimental WSN ad-hoc has been designed to be an anti-theft alarm system. Each node of the network is directly installed under each PV string and it is equipped with an accelerometer sensor capable to detect a minimum displacement of the panel from its steady position. The WSN presents a star topology: a master node cyclically interrogates the slave nodes through RF link. It collects all the nodes responses and communicates though a RS-232 interface with a control PC checking the network status. When a slave node detects an alarm, continuous messages are sent to the control PC which turns on all the alarm signaling systems. The control PC is equipped with an open source operative system and software and provides for SMS, e-mail and sound-light signaling in case of alarm. It also communicates with a remote server where all the WSN information is stored. A first low cost experimental WSN has been already installed and it is working properly.展开更多
Two design axioms and axiomatic approach were discussed. As an example of application, design process of a new style single prop was illustrated in term of axi- oms.
Spallation target represents one of the most challenging components in accelerator driven systems (ADS) sinceit is the component coupling the accelerator and the sub-critical core. It is subjected to bombardment of in...Spallation target represents one of the most challenging components in accelerator driven systems (ADS) sinceit is the component coupling the accelerator and the sub-critical core. It is subjected to bombardment of intenseproton beam and very high thermal load in a strong radiation field. The irradiated LBE target poses severe handlingproblems for the maintenance staff and other scientists due to its residual activity[1]. To assist the design of ADS, thegeneral radiological safety aspects of lead, lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE) and tungsten spallation target were studiedwith MCNPX 2.7 code[2]. The spallation target was irradiated by a 250 MeV, 10 mA proton beam produced bya linear proton accelerator. The neutron yield, neutron spectrum, residual production and time evolution for theirradiated target were analyzed.展开更多
Quartz rate sensors (QRS) made out of one single piece of quartz crystal are inertial devices which can be used for general rate control, stabilization, automotive and aerospace/defense markets, etc. The mechanical ...Quartz rate sensors (QRS) made out of one single piece of quartz crystal are inertial devices which can be used for general rate control, stabilization, automotive and aerospace/defense markets, etc. The mechanical design of the QRS has been investigated based on axiomatic design. The axiomatic design matrix of the mechanical structure of Coriolis Vibratory Gyroscopes (CVG) has been proposed. The mechanical function of QRS is divided into three Function Requirements (FR) , i. e. , FR1 is the drive mode, FR2 is the sense mode, FR3 is a coupled connection where the Coriolis force can couple the two modes with a term proportional to the rotational rate. A new QRS which is easy to be fabricated has been put forward. Furthermore, the new QRS indicated that the axiomatic design is a help to functional design of products.展开更多
利用发明问题解决理论(Theory of innovation problem solving,TRIZ)与公理设计(Axiomatic design,AD)的集成技术,建立了基于两者的概念设计过程模型。首先,在约束条件下,运用TRIZ和AD来完成产品功能-结构的映射,构造并求解出其原始的...利用发明问题解决理论(Theory of innovation problem solving,TRIZ)与公理设计(Axiomatic design,AD)的集成技术,建立了基于两者的概念设计过程模型。首先,在约束条件下,运用TRIZ和AD来完成产品功能-结构的映射,构造并求解出其原始的设计矩阵;然后,基于公理化设计理论判断原始矩阵是否耦合,若不是耦合矩阵则产生创新方案,若是耦合矩阵,则利用TRIZ工具集将实际问题转化为TRIZ标准参数,以达到消除耦合的目的。为了验证海草夹苗机械手设计方案的可行性,利用ADAMS将优选的方案进行虚拟仿真。最后,利用加权线性响应面法,对夹苗机械手关键零部件进行可靠性分析,以求出相应的可靠度值,该值验证了设计结果的可靠性。展开更多
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.50505044)National Hi-tech Research and Development Program of China (863 Program,No.2007AA04Z 190)
文摘Aiming at the problem existing in the computer aided design process that how to express the design intents with high-level engineering terminologies, a mechanical product self-organized semantic feature evolution technology for axiomatic design is proposed, so that the constraint relations between mechanical parts could be expressed in a semantic form which is more suitable for designers. By describing the evolution rules for semantic constraint information, the abstract expression of design semantics in mechanical product evolution process is realized and the constraint relations between parts are mapped to the geometric level from the semantic level; With semantic feature relation graph, the abstract semantic description, the semantic relative structure and the semantic constraint information are linked together; And the methods of semantic feature self-organized evolution are classified. Finally, combining a design example of domestic high-speed elevator, how to apply the theory to practical product development is illustrated and this method and its validity is described and verified. According to the study results, the designers are able to represent the design intents at an advanced semantic level in a more intuitional and natural way and the automation, recursion and visualization for mechanical product axiomatic design are also realized.
基金supported by Guangdong Provincial & Ministry of Education IAR Project of China (Grant No. 2009A090100026)Guangxi Provincial Science and Technology Infrastructure Construction Project of China (Grant No. Guikeneng 0842006,09-007-05)
文摘Axiomatic design(AD) is a popular design method,and satisfying the independence axiom is the basis of AD.However,AD doesn't provide methods to decompose functions then keep them independent and to handle coupled design.A few of ways of handling coupled design are mainly passive resolutions when coupled design exists,but not efficient to each product design.Hence,this paper presents an innovative approach to design and decompose functions of complex products based on functional connections,aiming at actively avoiding functional coupling.By contrasting with component networks,four kinds of relations among functions are identified,including spatial,energy,material,and information connection.Then the definitions of these relations and the dominant connection are given.Based on the definitions,the principles of functional decomposition and design are developed,in which each non-leaf function is broken into sub functions centered on its dominant connection with avoidance of functional cross and coupling,and sequentially satisfies the independence axiom.Then the operational flow of the proposed approach is constructed.Determining the dominant connection of a function,decomposing the function into sub functions in terms of the dominant connection and reverse examination and optimization are planed as the core steps in each zigzagging.Input process output(IPO) analysis is introduced to obtain the dominant connection of a function,some rules for examining and optimizing the decomposition results reversely according to oriented object theory are presented as well.An illustrative example about the pouring function of squeeze casting equipments presented demonstrates how to use the proposed approach,and indicates its effectiveness.The proposed approach expands the principles of AD,constructs a guidance policy for independent functional design of complex products based on AD,and can help decrease or actively avoid coupled design and improve design efficiency.
基金Supported by Research Startup Fund Project of Fujian University of Technology(Grant No.GY-Z20089)Science Foundation for Young Scholars of Fujian Province of China(Grant No.2018J05099)Education and Scientific Research Projects of Young Teachers in Fujian Province of China(Grant No.JAT160313).
文摘Converting customer needs into specific forms and providing consumers with services are crucial in product design.Currently,conversion is no longer difficult due to the development of modern technology,and various measures can be applied for product realization,thus increasing the complexity of analysis and evaluation in the design process.The focus of the design process has thus shifted from problem solving to minimizing the total amount of information content.This paper presents a New Hybrid Axiomatic Design(AD)Methodology based on iteratively matching and merging design parameters that meet the independence axiom and attribute constraints by applying trimming technology,the ideal final results,and technology evolution theory.The proposed method minimizes the total amount of information content and improves the design quality.Finally,a case study of a rehabilitation robot design for hemiplegic patients is presented.The results indicate that the iterative matching and merging of related attributes can minimize the total amount of information content,reduce the cost,and improve design efficiency.Additionally,evolutionary technology prediction can ensure product novelty and improve market competitiveness.The methodology provides an excellent way to design a new(or improved)product.
基金Funded by the Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 50575083)
文摘Axiomatic design (AD) and theory of inventive problem solving (TRIZ) are widely used in conceptual design. Both of them have limitations, however. We presented an integrated model of these two methods to increase the efficiency and quality of the problem solving process for conceptual design. AD is used for systematically defining and structuring a problem into a hierarchy. Sometimes, the design matrix is coupled in AD which indicates the functional requirements are coupled. TRIZ separation principles can be used to separate non-independent design parameters, which provide innovative solutions at each hierarchical level. We applied the integrated model to the heating and drying equipment of bitumen reproduction device. The result verifies that the integrated model can work very well in conceptual design.
文摘Photovoltaic (PV) systems have attracted increasing attention in last years as well as Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs), which have been used in many application fields. In PV plants, especially in ground installations, a lot of thefts and damages occur due to the still high cost of the modules. A new experimental WSN ad-hoc has been designed to be an anti-theft alarm system. Each node of the network is directly installed under each PV string and it is equipped with an accelerometer sensor capable to detect a minimum displacement of the panel from its steady position. The WSN presents a star topology: a master node cyclically interrogates the slave nodes through RF link. It collects all the nodes responses and communicates though a RS-232 interface with a control PC checking the network status. When a slave node detects an alarm, continuous messages are sent to the control PC which turns on all the alarm signaling systems. The control PC is equipped with an open source operative system and software and provides for SMS, e-mail and sound-light signaling in case of alarm. It also communicates with a remote server where all the WSN information is stored. A first low cost experimental WSN has been already installed and it is working properly.
文摘Two design axioms and axiomatic approach were discussed. As an example of application, design process of a new style single prop was illustrated in term of axi- oms.
文摘Spallation target represents one of the most challenging components in accelerator driven systems (ADS) sinceit is the component coupling the accelerator and the sub-critical core. It is subjected to bombardment of intenseproton beam and very high thermal load in a strong radiation field. The irradiated LBE target poses severe handlingproblems for the maintenance staff and other scientists due to its residual activity[1]. To assist the design of ADS, thegeneral radiological safety aspects of lead, lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE) and tungsten spallation target were studiedwith MCNPX 2.7 code[2]. The spallation target was irradiated by a 250 MeV, 10 mA proton beam produced bya linear proton accelerator. The neutron yield, neutron spectrum, residual production and time evolution for theirradiated target were analyzed.
文摘Quartz rate sensors (QRS) made out of one single piece of quartz crystal are inertial devices which can be used for general rate control, stabilization, automotive and aerospace/defense markets, etc. The mechanical design of the QRS has been investigated based on axiomatic design. The axiomatic design matrix of the mechanical structure of Coriolis Vibratory Gyroscopes (CVG) has been proposed. The mechanical function of QRS is divided into three Function Requirements (FR) , i. e. , FR1 is the drive mode, FR2 is the sense mode, FR3 is a coupled connection where the Coriolis force can couple the two modes with a term proportional to the rotational rate. A new QRS which is easy to be fabricated has been put forward. Furthermore, the new QRS indicated that the axiomatic design is a help to functional design of products.
文摘利用发明问题解决理论(Theory of innovation problem solving,TRIZ)与公理设计(Axiomatic design,AD)的集成技术,建立了基于两者的概念设计过程模型。首先,在约束条件下,运用TRIZ和AD来完成产品功能-结构的映射,构造并求解出其原始的设计矩阵;然后,基于公理化设计理论判断原始矩阵是否耦合,若不是耦合矩阵则产生创新方案,若是耦合矩阵,则利用TRIZ工具集将实际问题转化为TRIZ标准参数,以达到消除耦合的目的。为了验证海草夹苗机械手设计方案的可行性,利用ADAMS将优选的方案进行虚拟仿真。最后,利用加权线性响应面法,对夹苗机械手关键零部件进行可靠性分析,以求出相应的可靠度值,该值验证了设计结果的可靠性。