In this thesis, an intelligent optimization algorithm based on Ant-Search and gradient methods is developed and applied to dimensional synthesis of planar mechanisms. Various forms of optimum synthesis tasks are considered and a new technique is developed
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Thesis (M.E.)--American University of Beirut, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, 2005.;"Advisor: Dr. Ahmad Smaili, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering--Member of Committee: Dr. Ramsey Hamade, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering--Member of Co
