Industrial computer-aided design and manufacturing packages live in the three-dimensional arena and it is assumed that solid objects are homogeneous and isotropic. These underlying assumptions are becoming invalid with the recent developments of new materials such as composite, and emerging manufacturing technologies such as plasma spray. Moreover, engineers are starting to integrate materials in the process of inhomogeneous structure design. A high-dimensional paradigm in geometric design will be developed to capture, visualize and assist in the design and manufacturing of inhomogeneous structures. Specific emphasis will be placed on scientific foundations for high-dimensional geometric representation and manufacturing integration.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI)
Application #
9057059
Program Officer
Delcie R. Durham
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1990-08-01
Budget End
1996-01-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1990
Total Cost
$267,848
Indirect Cost
Name
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Troy
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
12180