In this paper we develop a set of inverse kinematics algorithms suitable for an
anthropomorphic arm or leg. We use a combination of analytical and numerical methods to …

The robust design of structures with stochastic parameters is studied using optimization
techniques. The first two statistical moments of the stochastic parameters including design …

We consider an environment where distributed data sources continuously stream updates to
a centralized processor that monitors continuous queries over the distributed data …

We are interested in using low-degree-of-freedom robots to perform complex tasks by
nonprehensile manipulation (manipulation without aformorforce-closure grasp). By …

This paper describes a non-probabilistic reliability-based topology optimization method for
the design of continuum structures undergoing large deformations. The variation of the …

Using a quantified measure for non-probab ilistic reliability based on the multi-ellipsoid
convex model, the topology optimization of continuum structures in presence of uncertain …

This paper investigates the reliability assessment of structures exhibiting both stochastic and
bounded uncertainties by using a probability and convex set mixed model. The safety …

Preliminary results of a new computational approach to generate aggressive trajectories in
real-time for constrained mechanical systems are presented. The algorithm is based on a …

This paper presents the development of mathematical model representations of variable
series capacitors and static phase shifters which are also known as Flexible AC …

This paper investigates the formulation and numerical solution of reliability-based
optimization of structures exhibiting grouped uncertain-but-bounded variations. Based on …