Applying VLSI Design Methodology to Mechanical Parts

近年来，VLSI计算机电路的设计方法有了很大的进步。这些方法是否局限于二维电路设计或可以推广到三维设计问题仍然是一个悬而未决的问题。调查员将探索在机械部件设计中使用逻辑电路。他将确定在逻辑电路中表达机械零件（如锁骨接头）设计要求的可行性。如果研究成功，将会对机械和电气设计之间的关系有更好的理解。

In recent years, advances have been made in methodologies for the design of VLSI computer circuits. Whether these methodologies are limited to two-dimensional circuit design or can be generalized to three-dimensional design problems has remained an open question. The Investigator will explore the use of logical circuits in the design of mechanical parts. He will determine the feasibility of expressing the design requirements of mechanical parts, such as clavis joints, in logical circuits. If the research is successful, a better understanding of the relationship between mechanical and electrical design will result.