Volume 12, Issue 2 (2025)
Table of contents
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Improvement in Mechanical Properties Using High Velocity Oxyfuel Coating (HVOF): A Review
Abstract: Surface modification plays a vital role in improving the service life of different machine parts used in number of industries. Due to daily routine operations at difficult environment conditions, most of machine components have failure in their operations. In these types of cases, only materials with superior wear resistance can be used or material surface can be modified by coating. High velocity oxyfuel coatings (HVOF) play a significant role in …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Revolutionizing Soldier Protection: Designing Smart, Lightweight, Safe, and Affordable Bulletproof Jackets for Indian Forces
Abstract: Soldiers in the battlefield need protection as much as possible and one piece of necessary equipment is the bulletproof jackets. But existing technologies in body armor today let go of some factors such as flexibility and cost efficiency, in favor of using enhanced new features. The purpose of this research work lies in the development of a new generation bulletproof jacket for Indian Armed Forces that has four attributes: smart …
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Integrating Human-Centric Principles into Machine Design: Ergonomic and Safety Enhancements in Mechanical Systems
Abstract: The integration of human-centric design (HCD) principles into mechanical systems has become increasingly critical in contemporary machine design. As machines become more complex and operate within high-interaction environments, the need for design strategies that prioritize human safety, usability, and comfort has intensified. This review explores how ergonomic insights, safety standards, and user experience (UX) considerations influence the physical configuration, control mechanisms, and operational safety of mechanical systems across industrial, healthcare, …
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Evolution of Kinematic and Dynamic Design in Robotic Mechanisms: A Systematic Overview
Abstract: The field of robotics has experienced significant advancements in both kinematic and dynamic design, driven by the growing need for precision, adaptability, and autonomy in mechanical systems. Early robotic mechanisms were predominantly rigid and operated based on simple serial architectures, offering limited degrees of freedom and relying heavily on analytical formulations for motion planning and control. Over time, the demand for greater dexterity and operational versatility led to the development …
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Quasi-Sobol-Based Optimization and Sigmoid Fuzzy Logic for Efficient Task Clustering in Decentralized Edge-Cloud Architectures
Abstract: Decentralized edge-cloud systems face a lot of issues in efficient task clustering, resource allocation, and real-time decision-making. Conventional methods mostly fail to work well under dynamic workloads and uncertain conditions. This study intends to optimize task clustering through quasi-Sobol-based optimization and Sigmoid Fuzzy Logic for resource allocation, enhancing decision-making accuracy and achieving efficiency in the system at the edge-cloud environment. A hybrid technique that has incorporated optimization via Quasi-Sobol sequences …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–18 Read article