The role and application of data base management in integrated computer-aided design
Previously cited in issue 13, p. 2152, Accession no. A82-30190
Blackburn, C. L.↗
Engineering topics
Blackburn, C. L.
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Protoptype integrated design (Pride) system reference manual. Volume 2: Schema definition
An initial description of an evolving relational database schema is presented for the management of finite element model design and analysis data. The report presents a description of each relation including attribute names, data types, and definitions. The format of this report is such that future modifications and enhancements may be easily incorporated.
Fishwick, P. A.↗
Application of data management to thermal/structural analysis of space trusses
A relational data base management system has been used for managing engineering data in a prototype computerized thermal/structural integrated design system. The resulting system has been applied to the analysis of a tetrahedral space truss to demonstrate and evaluate the ability to store, retrieve, query, modify, and manipulate data. Key software used includes relational data management software, several applications programs, and selected integrated software developed during the study. Results discussed include system development, system use and performance, and advantages of an integrated data management system.
Rogers, V. A.↗
The role and application of data base management in integrated computer-aided design
The need to marshal the extensive data that figure in design problems is underlined. An approach to managing engineering data for use in a computerized integrated design system is described. The approach is embodied in an experimental integrated software system that is used to demonstrate and evaluate such data management functions as storage, retrieval, query, manipulation, and modification. The development and organization of the experimental integrated design system and the application of the system to selected test problems are discussed, together with insights into data management issues gained from the study.
Blackburn, C. L.↗
IPAD applications to the design, analysis, and/or machining of aerospace structures
A computer software system for the processing and integration of engineering data and programs, called IPAD (Integrated Programs for Aerospace-Vehicle Design), is described. The ability of the system to relieve the engineer of the mundane task of input data preparation is demonstrated by the application of a prototype system to the design, analysis, and/or machining of three simple structures. Future work to further enhance the system's automated data handling and ability to handle larger and more varied design problems are also presented.
Blackburn, C. L.↗
Analysis methods and preliminary design study
The shuttle orbiter body flap was studied to define loads and temperatures and to assess various structural concepts. Laminated-structure analysis capability was required. An appraisal of the available structural analysis programs, NASTRAN and SPAR, indicates that neither had all the capabilities required. The thermal analysis program, MITAS solved the problem once a model was generated but model generation and verification was laborious and transfer of temperatures to the structural program usually required interpolation. Therefore it was decided to incorporate both capabilities in the SPAR finite element program.
Blackburn, C. L.↗
Evaluation of a hybrid, anisotropic, multilayered, quadrilateral finite element
A multilayered finite element with bending-extensional coupling is evaluated for: (1) buckling of general laminated plates; (2) thermal stresses of laminated plates cured at elevated temperatures; (3) displacements of a bimetallic beam; and (4) displacement and stresses of a single-cell box beam with warped cover panels. Also, displacements and stresses for flat and spherical orthotropic and anisotropic segments are compared with results from higher order plate and shell finite-element analyses.
Robinson, J. C.↗
NASTRAN users' experience of Avco Aerostructures Division
The NASTRAN experiences of a major structural design and fabrication subcontractor that has less engineering personnel and computer facilities than those available to large prime contractors are discussed. Efforts to obtain sufficient computer capacity and the development and implementation of auxiliary programs to reduce manpower requirements are described. Applications of the NASTRAN program for training users, checking out auxiliary programs, performing in-house research and development, and structurally analyzing an Avco designed and manufactured missile case are presented.
Blackburn, C. L.↗
Automated procedures for sizing aerospace vehicle structures /SAVES/
Results from a continuing effort to develop automated methods for structural design are described. A system of computer programs presently under development called SAVES is intended to automate the preliminary structural design of a complete aerospace vehicle. Each step in the automated design process of the SAVES system of programs is discussed, with emphasis placed on use of automated routines for generation of finite-element models. The versatility of these routines is demonstrated by structural models generated for a space shuttle orbiter, an advanced technology transport,n hydrogen fueled Mach 3 transport. Illustrative numerical results are presented for the Mach 3 transport wing.
Giles, G. L.↗
Procedure for Efficiently Generating, Checking, and Displaying NASTRAN Input and Output Data for Analysis of Aerospace Vehicle Structures
Auxiliary computer routines for generating, checking, and displaying NASTRAN input and output data for analysis of aerospace vehicle structures
Giles, G. L.↗