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2012    
Nele Famaey Soft Tissue Damage Prevention in Surgery: An Experimental and Computational Framework with Application to Arterial Clamping  
     
2011    
Vincent Verhaert Ergonomic Analysis of Integrated Bed Measurements: Towards Smart Sleep Systems  
An Van Schepdael Biomechanical and Mechanobiological Modelling of Orthodontic Tooth Movement  
Silvia Truscello Efficient Computational Tools for a Fluid Dynamic Analysis within Regular Bone Engineering Scaffolds  
Nick van Gestel Determining Measurement Uncertainties of Feature Measurements on CMMs  
An Van Schepdael Biomechanical and Mechanobiological Modelling of Orthodontic Tooth Movement  
Bart Bergen Wave Based Modelling Techniques for Unbounded Acoustic Problems  
Wilm Decré Optimization-Based Robot Programming with Application to Human-Robot Interaction  
Bart Bergen Wave based modeling techniques for unbounded acoustic problems  
Shu Huang Task Learning and Execution for Behavior-Based Mobile Manipulation  
Andrea Stenti A Non-Deterministic Modelling and Predictive Methodology for the NVH Behaviour of Elastomeric Joints  
Lieboud Van den Broeck Time optimal control of mechatronic systems through embedded optimization  
Antonia Torcasio Quantification of Bone and Peri-Implant Bone Strains Using Micro-Finite Element Analysis  
Gert Heirman Model Reduction Techniques to Improve the Efficiency of Flexible Multibody Simulations  
Ward Bartels Biomechanical Modeling of the Lower Limb for Pre-Operative Planning  
Kun Liu Micro-Electrical-Discharge Machining on Ceramic Materials  
Alexander Hüntemann Probabilistic Human-Robot Navigation - Plan Recognition, User Modelling and Shared Control for User-Adapted Wheelchairs  
Michaël Houben Piezoelectric Ultrasonic Motors: Study of System Performance and Wear Behavior  
Joris D'hondt Clustering Techniques in Knowledge Management: Advances and Applications  
Peter Gajdatsy Advanced Transfer Path Analysis Methods  
Pauwel Goethals Development of a tactile feedback system for robot assisted minimally invasive surgery  
Evren Yasa Manufacturing by Combining Selective Laser Melting and Selective Laser Erosion / Laser Re-melting  
2010    
Viviana Meruane Naranjo Damage detection based upon modern experimental and numerical dynamic analysis techniques for mechanical structures  
Joris Walraevens Biomechanical analysis of total intervertebral disc prostheses  
Sara Delport Optimal control of a turbulent mixing layer  
Tri Vo Minh Hysteresis Modelling and Control of an Antagonistic Manipulator Joint Actuated by Pneumatic Artificial Muscles  
Leonard Pastrav Monitoring of the Fixation of Orthopaedic Implants by Vibration Analysis  
Osman Ali Operational Planning for Outdoor Engineering Processes  
Mauro Sette Tactile Feedback and Automatisation for Minimally Invasive Surgery  
Ton Moers Development of a surgical manipulator with integrated microhydraulic actuation and control  
Davy Sannen A Flexible Framework for Learning Visual Quality Inspection: Information Fusion Approaches  
Paula Martinez Lera Modeling of Aerodynamic Noise Production and Flow-Acoustic Feedback for Wall-Bounded Low Mach Number Flows  
Herman Oprins Selective Cooling of Electronics Using Electrostatically Actuated Liquid Droplets  
Brecht Corteville Mechatronic Design of High-Force Manipulators under Interaction Control  
Christel Heylen Problem Solving and Engineering Design: Introducing Bachelor Students to Engineering Practice  
Mekonnen Gebreslasie Computational and Experimental Analysis of a Wide Cleaning Fan for a Harvester  
Jan Demol In Vitro and In Silico Analysis of Fibrin for Bone Engineering Applications: Biology, Mechanics and Mass Transfer  
Kris De Moerlooze Contributions to the Characterisation of Friction and Wear: Theoretical Modelling and Experimental Validation  
Tinne De Laet Rigorously Bayesian Multitarget Tracking and Localization  
Maarten Witters Nonlinear Black-Box Identification and Control of a Semi-Active Damper for Passenger Cars  
Ruben Smits Robot Skills: Design of a Constraint-Based Methodology and Software Support  
Peter Muchiri Performance Modelling of Manufacturing Equipment with Focus on Maintenance  
Bert Van Genechten Trefftz-Based Mid-Frequency Analysis of Geometrically Complex Vibro-Acoustic Systems - Hybrid Methodologies and Multi-Level Modelling  
Dries Berckmans Tools for the Synthesis of Traffic Noise Sources  
Bart Saint Germain Distributed Coordination and Control for Networked Production Systems  
Bert Stallaert Active Structural Acoustic Source Control of Rotating Machinery  
Wouter Souffriau Automated Tourist Decision Support  
Thierry Janssens Dynamic Characterisation and Modelling of Dry and Boundary Lubricated Friction for Stabilisation and Control Purposes  
Gorka Aguirre Rejado Optimized Design of Active Air Bearings for Ultra-Precision Positioning Slides  
Karel Brans Electrical Discharge Machining of Advanced Ceramics  
Johan Verbert Computer Aided Process Planning for Rapid Prototyping with Incremental Sheet Forming Techniques  
Nadia Amor Computational Modeling of Endosseous Healing of Oral Implants  
Oanamaria Luiza Muraru Study of adaptive response around screw shaped endosseous implants by individualised finite element modelling  
2009    
Xavier Dutoit Reservoir Computing for Intelligent Mobile Systems  
Jan De Caigny Contributions to the Modeling and Control of Linear Parameter-Varying Systems  
Friedl De Groote Verbeterde analyse van de menselijke beweging door toepassen van Kalman smoothing, convexe optimalisatietechnieken en sensitiviteitsanalyse  
Tobias Waumans On the Design of High-Speed Miniature Air Bearings: Dynamic Stability, Optimisation and Experimental Validation  
Dries Haeseldonckx Concrete Transition Issues towards a Fully-Fledged Use of Hydrogen as anEnergy Carrier  
Erik Delarue Modeling Electricity Generation Systems: Development and Application of Electricity Generation Optimization and Simulation Models, with Particular Focus on CO2 Emissions  
Patrick Luickx The Backup of Wind Power: Analysis of the Parameters Influencing the Wind Power Integration in Electricity Generation Systems  
Erwin Aertbeliën Development and acquisition of skills for deburring with kinematically redundant robots  
Peter Verschueren Biomechanical analysis of head injuries related to bicyle accidents and a new bicycle helmet concept  
Bart Callebaut Sheet Metal Forming by Laser Forming and Laser Assisted Incremental Forming  
Peter Kindt Structure-Borne Tyre/Road Noise Due to Road Surface Discontinuities  
Goele Pipeleers Optimal Linear Controller Design for Periodic Inputs and Extended LMI Characterizations for Linear Stability and Performance  
Leopoldo de Oliveira Active Sound Quality Control: Design Tools and Automotive Applications  
Paul Verstraete Integration of a Production Planning System and a Manufacturing Execution System based on Multi-Agent Technology  
Koen Deprez Assessment and Improvement of the Low-Frequency Vibrational Comfort on Agricultural Machinery by Optimized Cabin Suspension  
Leen Peeters Water-based Heating/Cooling in Residential Buildings: Towards Optimal Heat Emission/Absorption Elements  
Maarten De Munck Efficient optimisation approaches for interval and fuzzy finite element analysis  
Maira Martins da Silva Computer-Aided Integrated Design of Mechatronic Systems  
Diederik Verscheure Contributions to Contact Modeling and Identification and Optimal Robot Motion Planning  
Joris Vertommen Construction and Maintenance of User Profiles for Knowledge Management Systems  
Myriam Verschuure Counterweight Balancing of Mechanisms using Convex Optimization Techniques  
Peter Vleugels Development of Foil Air Bearings for Micro Turbomachinery  
     
2008    
Wim Van de Vijver Development of a Highly-Accurate and Fast Piezoelectric Linear Positioning System  
An Willems Forming Simulation of Textile Reinforced Composite Shell Structures  
Yves Reymen 3D High-order Discontinuous Galerkin Methods for Time-Domain Simulation of Flow Noise Propagation  
Tine Stevens Design Methodologies for Efficient Heat Transfer in Micro Systems  
Zamberi Jamaludin Disturbance Compensation for Machine Tools with Linear Motor Drives  
Gerolf Vanacker Adaptive Steering Behaviour Modelling for Power Wheelchair Control  
Hilde De Gersem Model Reduction for Fuzzy Dynamic Finite Element Analysis  
Frederik Norman The Influence of Process Conditions on the Auto-Ignition Temperature of Gas Mixtures  
Andrea Ranftl Dynamic Registration and High Speed Visual Servoing in Robot-Assisted Surgery  
Kasper Claes Robot Arm Control using Structured Light  
Pieter Vansteenwegen Planning in Tourism and Public Transportation - Attraction Selection by Means of a Personalised Electronic Tourist Guide and Train Transfer Scheduling  
Mark Moonen Stochastic Models for Local Police Patrol and Intervention Activities  
Ben Vandenbroucke Selective Laser Melting of Biocompatible Metals for Rapid Manufacturing of Medical Parts  
Sanjay Kumar SLS of Iron-Based Powder and Application of SLS/SLM for Rapid Tooling  
Bart Verlinden Cost Estimation and Integrated Production Planning for Sheet Metal Laser Cutting and Air Bending  
Srinivas Kumar Pinjala Dynamics of Maintenance Strategy  
Peter Slaets Geometric 3D Model Building from Sensor Measurements collected during Compliant Motion: Stochastic Filtering and Hardware Architectures  
Stijn Donders Computer-Aided Engineering Methodologies for Robust Automotive NVH Design  
Dries Hemschoote Ultra Precision Five-Axis ELID Grinding Machine: Design and Prototype Development  
     
2007    
Kris Smolders Tracking Control of Continuous-Time Nonlinear Systems: A Model-Based Iterative Learning Approach  
Bart Paijmans Interpolating Gain-Scheduling Control for Mechatronic Systems with Parameter-Dependent Dynamics  
Pierre Lefebvre Development of an operations planning system for multi-axis milling of complex shapes  
Johan De Keuster Development of an adaptive, real-time control and optimisation system for high-power CO2 laser cutting of thick plates  
Frederik Gelaude Computer-aided planning of bone reconstructive surgery: optimisation of implant design through automation, integration and biomechanical validation  
Gustavo Rubio Numerical Methodologies for the Determination of Noise Sources in Subsonic Flows  
Caroline Vanmaele Development of a Wave Based Prediction Technique for the Efficient Analysis of Low- and Mid-Frequency Structural Vibrations  
Karel Verscheure High-Temperature Zinc Fuming in Water-Cooled Reactors—Thermodynamic Modeling and Experimental Investigation  
Johan Rutgeerts Constraint-Based Task Specification and Estimation for Sensor-Based Robot Tasks in the presence of Geometric Uncertainty  
Barbara Willems Development of Improved Fastening Techniques in Support of Design for Disassembly Strategies  
Filip Van den Schoor Influence of Pressure and Temperature on Flammability Limits of Combustible Gases in Air  
Eric Demeester User-adapted plan recognition and shared control for wheelchair driver assistance under uncertainty  
Maarten Vanierschot Fluid mechanics and control of annular jets with and without swirl  
Wim De Roeck Hybrid methodologies for the computational aeroacoustic analysis of confined, subsonic flows  
Liesbet Geris Mathematical modelling of bone regeneration during fracture healing and implant osseointegration  
Peter Mercelis Control of Selective Laser Sintering and Selective Laser Melting Processes  
Gregory Pinte Active control of repetitive impact noise  
Michael De Volder Pneumatic and Hydraulic Microactuators: A New Approach for Achieving High Force and Power Densities at Microscale  
Mani Fathali Stochastische stomingsinitialisatie voor de simulatie van turbulente menglagen  
Dirk Vanhooydonck Shared Control for Intelligent Wheelchairs: Estimation of the User Intention based on an Implicit Personalised User Model  
Philipp Bratfisch Development of production equipment for thermoplastic folded honeycomb sandwich cores  
Filip De Coninck Multi-axial road reproductions for non-linear road noise models  
Maarten Van Elsen Complexity of Selective Laser Melting: a new optimisation approach  
     
2006    
Thi Hong Minh Nguyen Automatic Tool Selection and Dimensional Accuracy Verification in Computer Aided Process Planning for Sheet Metal Bending  
Tegoeh Tjahjowidodo Characterization, Modelling and Control of Mechanical Systems Comprising Material and Geometrical Nonlinearities  
Majid Mesbah Flow Noise Prediction using the Stochastic Noise Generation and Radiation Approach  
Wim Meeussen Compliant robot motion : from path planning or human demonstration to force controlled task execution  
Tim Persoons Experimental Flow Dynamics in Automotive Exhaust Systems with Close-Coupled Catalyst PDF (15.0Mb)
Karuna Hadeli Bio-Inspired Multi-Agent Manufactering Control Systems with Social Behaviour  
Xinyu Fan Investigation on Processing and Mechanical Properties of the Continuously Produced Thermoplastic Honeycomb  
Hsiao-Wei Tang Telesurgical Robot System with Intuitive and Direct Writing Interfaces for CO2 Laser Laparoscopic Surgery  
Joris Peeters Simulation of Dynamic Drive Train Loads in a Wind Turbine  
Bert Pluymers Wave Based Modelling Methods for Steady-State Vibro-Acoustics  
Peter Soetens A Software Framework for Real-Time and Distributed Robot and Machine Control PDF (8Mb)
Joris de Cuyper Linear feedback control for durability test rigs in the automotive industry  
Steven Devos Development of fast, stiff and high-resolution piezoelectric motors with integrated bearing-driving functionality  
     
2005    
David Vaes Optimal static decoupling for multivariable control design  
Kathleen Denis Robot-assistance in total knee arthroplasty: procedure, registration and estimation of local bone properties  
Joris Soens Impact of wind energy in a future power grid  
Carl van Lierde Biomechanics of head injury damage criteria for skull and brain lesions properties of layered materials  
Tom Lauwagie Vibration-based methods for the identification of the elastic properties of layered materials PDF (8.0Mb)
Klaas Gadeyne Sequential Monte Carlo methods for rigorous Bayesian modeling of Autonomous Compliant Motion PDF (1.5Mb)
Olaf Bochmann Probabilistic approaches in multi-agentsystems for manufacturing coordination and control  
Tim Van Cleynenbreugel Porous scaffolds for the replacement of large bone defects: a biomechanical design study  
Jeroen Vits Process improvement strategies to enhance manufacturing capabilities  
Geert Waeyenbergh CIBOCOF: a framework for industrial maintenance concept development  
Guojun Zhu Integrated asset and maintenance management: a model for structuring organizational challenges  
Hua-Chih Huang Development of a design environment for high-speed electro-spindles with air bearings  
Gudrun De Gersem Kinaesthetic feedback and enhanced sensitivity in robotic endoscopic telesurgery  
Christophe Lauwerys Control of active and semi-active suspension systems for passenger cars  
     
2004    
Tom Huysmans Spine modelling from back shape data: an active contour and active shape model approach  
Walter Verdonck Experimental robot and payload identification with application to dynamic trajectory compensation  
Hartanto Wijaya Wong Pooling of repairable spare parts: a study on inventory policies  
Bastiaan Van Hal Automation and performance optimization of the wave based method for interior structural-acoustic problems PDF (9.5Mb)
Kris Voorspools The modelling of large electricity-generation systems with applications in emission-reduction scenarios and electricity trade PDF (2.6Mb)
Koen Vanoverberghe Flow, turbulence and combustion of premixed swirling jet flames PDF (4.2Mb)
Benny Schacht Composite wires and alternative dielectrics for wire electrical discharge machining  
Veerle Pattijn Biomechanical design of medical image based personalised implants  
Liang Zhou Thermal error compensation on machine tools using led target CCD/CMOS camera 3D measuring systems  
Wim Symens Motion and vibration control of mechatronic systems with variable configuration and local non-linear friction PDF (37Mb)
Berend Jan Willem (René) Waarsing Behaviour-based mobile manipulation  
Michel Gilio Curtain recoating for stereolithography  
Bram Demeulenaere Dynamic balancing of reciprocating machinery with application to weaving machines  
Johan Meyers Accuracy of large-eddy simulation strategies PDF (2.6Mb)
     
2003    
Philip Bleys Electrical discharge milling : technology and tool wear compensation  
Luc Labey Fixation strength and stability of tibial components of knee prostheses  
Gandjar Kiswanto Tool path generation for multi-axis milling based on faceted models  
Joeri Clijnen Ontwikkeling van een computerpen voor het schrijven in een niet-gestructureerde omgeving  
Vincent Lampaert Modelling and control of dry sliding friction in mechanical systems  
Wim Dewulf A Pro-Active Approach to Ecodesign: Framework and Tools  
Robert (Bob) Koninckx Modular and distributed motion planning, interpolation and execution  
Tine Lefebvre Contact modelling, parameter identification and task planning for autonomous compliant motion using elementary contacts PDF (2.9Mb)
Rene Boonen Development of an active exhaust silencer with acoustical characterization of internal combustion engines  
Liu An-Min Study of cutting forces and chatter in high speed milling  
Marcel Didden Techno-economic analysis of methods to reduce damage due to voltage dips PDF (1.2Mb)
Geert Jans A CAD-based preoperative planning environment for cranial surgery  
Wim Meeusen Micro-electro-discharge machining: technology, computer-aided design and manufacturing and applications  
Luc Muyldermans Routing, districting and location for ARC traversal problems  
Istvan Németh A CAD tool for the preliminary design of 3-axis machine tools: synthesis, analysis and optimisation  
     
2002    
Tony Van Ginderachter Holonic machine tool control  
Bart Vandevelde Thermo-mechanical modelling of solder joint reliability for electronic package systems  
Bart Vannieuwenhuyse Strategic Logistics Management through Rational Transport Mode Choice  
Geert Van Ham Development of a markerless registration method and a semi-active control strategy for robot-assisted orthopaedic surgery  
Yuki Indrayadi Distributed dispatching control for dynamic flow-line manufacturing systems  
David Moens A non-probabilistic finite element approach for structural dynamic analysis with uncertain parameters  
Karel Van Brussel Medical image based personalised drill guides for spinal screw insertion  
Bart Haex A study on the optimal support of the human spine during bed rest  
     
2001    
Ade Bagdja Iterative digitising strategies for continuous scanning probes in reverse engineering  
Ilse Moens On the use and the validity of the energy finite element method for high frequency vibrations  
Kris Henrioulle Distributed actuators and sensors for active noise control  
Patrick Beullens Location, process selection, and vehicle routing models for reverse logistics  
Johannes Bonse Selective laser sintering of metal powders  
Christophe Van Den Bergh Reducing thermal errors of CMM located on the shop-floor  
Pieter Dejonghe An integrated approach for tool path planning and generation for multi-axis milling  
Johan Baeten Integration of vision and force for robotic servoing PDF (8.6Mb)
Jan Peirs Design of micromechatronic systems: scale laws, technologies, and medical applications  
Bashir Nouri Modelling and control of pneumatic servo positioning systems  
     
2000    
Pierre De Fonseca Simulation and optimisation of the dynamic behaviour of mechatronic systems  
Mark Versteyhe Development of an ultra-stiff piezostepper with nanometer resolution  
Jean-Michel Mufuta Mukena Bantu Thermal hydrodynamic model of oil-immersed power transformers  
Abdelouahab Zaatri Investigations into integrated supervisory control systems  
Hans Van Oosterwyck Study of biomechanical determinants of bone adaptation around functionally loaded oral implants  
Jan Anthonis Design and development of an active horizontal suspension for agricultural spray booms  
Lieve Helsen Low-temperature pyrolysis of CCA treated wood waste PDF (6.1Mb)
     
1999    
Prianggada Indra Tanaya A task driven prototype CNC machinetool controller holon  
Bertrand Andries Queueing tools and models for lead time reduction and control  
Dirk Lecluse A design support system for three dimensional components and assemblies  
Anuschka Kerstens Een geïntegreerde aanpak voor het modelleren van CAM-bewerkbare vrije-vorm oppervlakken in een reverse engineering omgeving
(Integrated approach towards the modelling of CAM-machinable free-from surfaces in a reverse engineering environment)		  
Qi Wang Programming of compliant robot motion by human demonstration  
Tutuko Prajogo Experimental study of pre-rolling friction for motion-reversal error compensation on machine tool drive systems  
Herman van de Straete Programmable non-uniform motions: mechatronic solutions and optimisation  
Filip Verplaetsen Film boiling in the presence of an electric field PDF (7.1Mb)
Jozef Wyns Reference architecture for holonic manufacturing systems: the key to support evolution and reconfiguration  
Joost Duflou Automatic design verification and process planning for bent sheet metal parts  
Johan Vanormelingen A study of scalar mixing in combustion systems  
     
1998    
Peter Jaspers Evaluation and optimization of an advanced reciprocating gait orthosis and its combination with FES  
Erik Fabry Development of 3D stereoscopic holographic particle image velocimetry with a view to applications in turbomachinery flows  
Herman Crauwels A comparative study of local search methods for one-machine sequencing problems  
Chris Ganseman Dynamic modelling and identification of mechanisms with application to industrial robots  
Bart Vanderstraeten Numerical simulation of gas cloud blast waves  
Indrawanto Decentralized adaptive control of robot manipulators  
Michel Janssens A triangular approach to digitising free-form objects for reverse engineering  
Jan Dehaes Studie over de thermische beïnvloeding van de bewerkingsnauwkeurigheid van een freesmachine
(Study of the thermal influence on the processing accuracy of a milling machine)		  
Luc Bongaerts Integration of scheduling and control in holonic manufacturing systems  
Jan De Geeter Constrained system state estimation and task-directed sensing  
Stefan Dutré Identification and monitoring of contacts in force controlled robotic manipulation  
Wim Desmet A wave based prediction technique for coupled vibro-acoustic analysis PDF (8.2Mb)
Marnix Nuttin Learning Approaches to Robotics and Manufacturing, Contributions and Experiments  
Pieter Van den Braembussche Robust motion control of high-performance machine tools with linear motors  
     
1997    
Tom De Mulder Stabilized finite element methods for turbulent incompressible single-phase and dispersed two-phase flows  
Gilbert Strubbe Mechanics of friction compensation in mass flow measurement of bulk solids  
Wim Persoons Model based off-line programming of robots  
Luc Stevens Improvement of surface qualtity in die-sinking EDM  
Geert Van Zeir A blackboard based CAPP system for nonlinear process plans  
Robin Willems A CAD application to support the design of injection moulds using high-level mould objects  
Baifang Zuo Modeling of pre-vaporized premixed fuel-oil burner combustion  
Filip Christiaens Thermal modelling and characterisation of electronic components: steady-state and transient analysis  
Erzi Agson-Gani Study of the influence of tool orientation on cutting forces, machine stiffness and resulting surface deviation in five-axis milling  
Dilek Bilgin Actuation redundancy control of two cooperating industrial robots  
Jurgen Vandorpe Navigation techniques for the mobile robot LiAS  
Wouter Dehandschutter The reduction of structure-borne noise by active control of vibration  
     
1996    
Sabine Demey Shape identification and shape matching for compliant motion based on invariant differential shape descriptions  
Min-Chun Pan Nonstationary time-frequency analysis for condition monitoring of mechanical systems  
Yamming Peng Simulation and control of flexible manufacturing systems using modular Petri net models  
Jonas De Carvalho Computer integrated design optimisation and manufacturing of filament wound parts  
Koenraad De Langhe High frequency vibrations: contributions to experimental and computational SEA parameter identification techniques  
Jan Declercq Reynolds stress and turbulent heat flux modelling for impinging jet flow  
Bruno Aeyels Design of a microcomputer-controlled knee joint mechanism for above-knee prothesis  
Wim Witvrouw Development of experiments and environment for sensor controlled robot tasks  
Bart Van Der Schueren Basic contributions to the development of the selective metal powder sintering process  
     
1995    
Bagus Made Arthaya A study on task specification and control for two cooperating robot arms  
Herman Bruyninckx Kinematic Models for Robot Compliant Motion with Identification of Uncertainties PDF (2.2Mb)
Tai-Shen Huang Detection of demoulding undercuts in computer aided design of injection moulds using solid modelling  
Dominiek Reynaerts Control methods and actuation technology for whole-hand dexterous manipulation  
Dirk Torfs High performance motion control in the presence of structural flexibilities: an engineering approach  
Stefan Lammens Frequency response based validation of dynamic structural finite element models  
Adhi Sudadi Soembagijo Developing robot behaviours through neural learning  
     
1994    
Huang, Gwo-Jou World modelling, path planning, and navigation of an autonomous mobile robot  
Chaoying Bao Adaptive algorithms for active noise control and their applications  
Patrick De Jaegere A load compensation method for the control of robotic manipulators  
Dirk Otte Development and evaluation of singular value analysis methodologies for studying multivariate noise and vibration problems  
Bart Boesmans Transient level swell during emergency pressure relief of liquefied gases  
Yimin Liu Design considerations for above-knee prostheses based on swing phase simulation  
Weiyin Ma NURBS-based CAD modelling from measured points of physical models  
     
1993    
Paul Valckenaers Flexibility for integrated production automation  
Bert Lauwers Computer aided process planning and manufacturing for electrical discharge machining  
Haipeng Qian Stable robot force control in case of hard contact  
Chwan-Hsen Chen Integrated design methods for motion control systems  
Gerrit Lowet Vibration and ultrasound wave propagation analysis in long bones: application to monitoring of fracture healing and detection of osteoporosis  
Martine Baelmans Code improvements and applications of a two-dimensional edge plasma model for toroidal fusion devices  
Jan Detand A computer aided process planning system generating non-linear process plans  
     
1992    
Johan Scholliers Robotic filament winding of asymmetric composite parts  
Ting She Active vibration control by eigenstructure assignment  
Marleen Adams Nonlinear control of flexible robots  
Francky Demeester Experimental compliance breakdown and real-time optical deformation measurement of flexible manipulators  
Jean Paul Janssens Simulation of the unsteady non-homentropic flow in pressure wave machinery using the massflow defect concept  
Farid Al-Bender Contributions to the design theory of circular centrally fed aerostatic bearings  
Jan Swevers Linear identification and control of flexible robots  
Katrien Wyckaert Development and evaluation of detection and identification schemes for the nonlinear dynamical behaviour of mechanical structures  
     
1991    
Jan Leysen A knowledge oriented approach to the synthesis and monitoring of force controlled robot programs  
Marilyn C. Mabini Maintenance in the service environment: organization and resource planning (with application to a university)  
     
1990    
Liliane Pintelon Performance reporting and decision tools for maintenance management  
Mieke Lossie Production oriented design of filament wound composites  
Patrick Van de Ponseele 3D-acoustic radiation prediction models based on a numerical solution of the Helmholtz equation  
Jicheng Wang Dynamic modeling of joints: some applications of experimental modal parameters  
Muhammad Idrus Alhamid Packed bed and rotary desiccant dehumidifier in air-conditioning systems  
Filip Staelens Overall on-line optimization of planetary electro discharge machining  
Dirk Cattrysse Set partitioning approaches to combinatorial optimization problems  
Dirk Vandepitte Simulation of the fatigue behaviour of dynamically loaded structures  
Jos Vander Sloten The functional adaptation of bones in vivo and consequences for prosthesis design  
Peter Simkens Graphical simulation of sensor controlled robots  
Shu-Yii Wu Fluidized bed gasification of biomass: a strategy for the design of the gas-solid reactor  
     
1989    
Kai-Tai Song Planning and control of a mobile robot based on a ultrasonic sensor  
Theo Janter Construction oriented updating of dynamic finite element models using experimental modal data  
Aleksander Staszulonek Real time, multiprocessor, sliding mode control system for tracking robots  
Shihuan Xu Parameter estimation and model validation of solar heating system  
     
1988    
Michel Jennes Adaptive control of EDM-wire cutting based on real time pulse analysis  
Chun-Ching Lin Augmentation of condensation heat transfer through capillary effects  
Frans Lembregts Frequency domain identification techniques for experimental multiple input modal analysis  
Willem Dekeyser Knowledge-based system for wire-EDM  
Jayamohan Nambiar Location and vehicle routing in the Malaysian rubber industry  
     
1987    
Ward Heylen Optimization of model matrices of mechanical structures using experimental modal data  
Luc Van Aken Robot motions in free space: task specification and trajectory planning  
Herman Van der Auweraer Development and evaluation of advanced measurement methods for experimental modal analysis  
E. Vansevenant A subsurface integrity model in grinding  
Geert Desanghere Identification and quantification of noise and vibration sources using frequency response and coherence functions  
Johan Maes Capacitated lotsizing techniques in manufacturing resource planning  
Mohammad Montazeri A modular simulator for design, planning, and control of flexible manufacturing systems  
Budi Santoso Design and control of a multi-fingered robot hand with tactile feedback  
     
1986    
Joris De Schutter Compliant Robot Motion: Task Formulation and Control  
D. Lal P. Bopearatchy Control of flexible mechanical systems  
Jan Trommelmans Studie van de invloed van elektrische velden op de filmkondensatie van niet geleidende vloeistoffen
(Study of the influence of electrical fields on the film condensation of non-conducting fluids)		  
     
1985    
Jalal Ashayeri Warehouse design and location decisions: an integrated approach  
Jayantha Katupitiya Vision assisted tracking and time optimal acquisition of moving objects using a manipulator  
Cengiz Camci Experimental and theoretical study of film cooling on a gas turbine blade  
Dirk F. Dauw On-line identification and optimization of electro-discharge machining  
B. Devis Ontwerpgerichte meetprocedures voor de bepaling van de mechanische eigenschappen van rubbermaterialen
(Design-oriented measurement procedures to determine the mechanical properties of rubber materials)		  
Constantinos Mathioudakis Rotating stall in axial flow compressors: experimental and theoretical research  
Patrick Plessers Dynamische instabiliteit van aerostatische gaslagers in mechanische systemen
(Dynamic instability of aerostatic gas bearings in mechanical systems)		  
     
1984    
Luc Vastmans Direct digital control of feeddrives with microprocssor  
Coco Ibrahim The computer aided improvement of the measuring capabilities of a coordinate measuring machine  
     
1983    
J. Carlier Komputergesteunde werkvoorbereiding voor mechanische werkstukken
(Computer-aided process planning for mechanical work pieces)		  
Luc Dupon Studie van de warmteoverdracht gedurende filmkoken op vertikale oppervlakken
(Study of the heath transfer during film boiling on vertical surfaces)		  
     
1982    
Paul Sas The use of digital signal processing techniques in acoustic noise source localization, including acoustic intensity measurements  
Urbain Vandeurzen Identification of damping in materials and structures: optimization of the dynamic behaviour of mechanical structures  
     
1980    
Jos Simons Force feedback in robot assembly using an active wrist with adaptable compliance  
Clement De Meersman Analyse van de mechanische eigenschappen van rubbers in functie van hun samenstelling
(Analysis of the mechanical properties of rubbers as a function of their composition)		  
Patrick Vanhonacker The use of modal parameters of mechanical structures in sensitivity analysis-, system synthesis- and system identification methods  
     
1979    
Jean-Pierre Kruth Adaptive control optimization of electro-discharge machining  
Luc Van Wassenhove Special-purpose algorithms for one-machine sequencing problems with single and composite objectives  
Luc Cypers Analyse van zonneboilers met natuurlijke circulatie en van huisverwarmingssystemen met luchtkollektoren
(Analysis of solar boilers with natural circulation and of house heating systems with air collectors)		  
Roger Verschooren De bepaling van de mechanische eigenschappen van rubbers: meetmethoden, apparatuur, praktische berekeningsmethoden voor statische en dynamische eigenschappen
(Determination of the mechanical properties of rubbers: measurement methods, apparatus, and practical calculation methods for static and dynamic properties)		  
Muljowidodo Sastrodinoto Assessment of surface typology analysis techniques  
     
1978    
Luc Chalmet Efficiency in multi-objective location, design, and layout problems  
Eric Debrabandere Dynamisch gedrag van vloeistof-vloeistof warmtewisselaars en van een stoomgenerator van het PWR type
(Dynamic behaviour of fluid-fluid heath exchangers and of a steam generator of the PWR type)		  
N. Sambandam Coordinating methods for the aggregate and detailed scheduling problems in a complex machine shop  
     
1977    
Komang Bagiasna Pitch accuracy of a thread cut using a single point cutting tool  
Marcel Maris Thermische aspekten van de oppervlakteintegriteit bij het slijpen
(Thermal aspects of the surface integrity during grinding)		  
R. De Craecker Optimale keuze van de cyclusparameters van 4-takt dieselmotoren uit oogpunt van het effektief rendement
(Optimal choice of the cycle parameters of 4-tact Diesel engines in order to improve efficiency)		  
Bernard Pauwels Numerieke methodes voor de kinematische en dynamische analyse van mechanismen
(Numerical methods for the kinematic and dynamic analysis of mechanisms)		  
Martin Michels Thermodynamische eigenschappen van het stofpaar water-lithiumbromide, met toepassing in de warmtetransformatietechniek
(Thermodynamic properties of the water-lithiumbromide pair, with application in the heat transformation technology)		  
R. Radharamanan The measurement of the dynamic cutting coefficients and the analysis of chatter behaviour in turning  
Taufiq Rochim Evaluation of the facing test (mathon test) for investigating the effectiveness of cutting fluids and the machinability of steels  
     
1976    
Liviu Masalar Étude d'une glissière hydrostatique à membrane incorporée
(Study of an integrated hydrostatic gliding membrane)		  
     
1975    
C. Appels Compressible turbulent boundary layer separation  
Eric Blondeel Aërostatische lagers met lastafhankelijke spleetkonfiguratie
(Aerostatic bearings with load-dependent gap configuration)		  
     
1974    
Hubert Van Belle De opbouwmethode en de theorie der toegevoegde strukturen
(The build-up method and the theory of conjugated structures)		  
Albert Decneut Verantwoorde keuze van de slijpvoorwaarden
(Motivated choice of the grinding conditions)		  
Marc Elsermans Stijfheden en inwendige belastingsverdeling van kegellagers onder gekombineerde belasting en scheefstelling
(Stiffnesses and internal load distribution of cone bearings under combined load and obliqueness)		  
Patrick Van Loon Modal parameters of mechanical structures  
     
1973    
Ludo Gelders Coordinating aggregate and detailed scheduling in a one machine job shop  
L. van den Noortgate Kritische studie en aanwending van komputergesteunde methoden bij het ontwerpen en berekenen van machinestructuren
(Critical study and application of computer-aided methods for the design and calculation of machine structures)		  
Harmhinder S. Luthra Influence of the dynamic and machining parameters on dynamic characteristics of a turning process and prediction of chatter  
Frans Van Dijck Physico-mathematical analysis of the electro discharge machining process  
     
1971    
Remi Van Audekercke Electronspinresonantie in neutronenbestraald DPPH en verkoolde dextrose: ontwerp van een gevoelige bolometerdetector voor paramagnetische resonantieabsorptie
(Electron spin resonance in neutron-radiated DPPH and charred dextrosis: design of a sensitive bolometric detector for para-magnetic resonance absorption)		  
G. Questiaux La commande numérique
(Computer Numeric Control)		  
     
1970    
Hendrik Van Brussel Dynamische analyse van het verspaningsproces
(Dynamic analysis of the metal cutting process)		  
P. Lenssen Studie van de invloed van de niet-lineaire elementen op het gedrag en de positioneernauwkeurigheid van hydraulische positioneersystemen, aan de hand van analoge simulatie
(Study of the influence of the non-linear elements on the behaviour and the position accuracy of hydraulic positioning systems, based on analog simulation)		  
Willy Dutré Reactorruismetingen met neutronenteller in onderkritische configuraties
(Reactor noise measurements with neutron counter in subcritical configurations)		  
     
1968    
Jan De Fraine Optimalisatie van het concept en het gebruik van kogelgeleidingen uitgaande van de vervormingsanalyse
(Optimisation of the concept and the use of ball bearings based on their deformation analysis)		  
M. De Ro La conception d'un excitateur magnétique pour l'excitation sans contact de pièces en rotation
(Design of a magnetic actuator for contactless excitation of rotating parts)		  
     
1966    
Raymond Snoeys Stabiliteit van het slijpproces
(Stability of the grinding process)