We present rigorous simulations of EUV masks with technological imperfections like side-wall angles and corner roundings. We perform an optimization of two different geometrical parameters in order to fit the numerical results to results obtained from experimental scatterometry measurements. For the numerical simulations we use an adaptive finite element approach on irregular meshes. This gives...

The present study aims to investigate the effect of weld geometry and geometrical shape imperfections on mechanical behavior welded joints under different post-weld heat treatment conditions. Finite element analyses were performed using local properties laser beam AA2198 obtained from micro-flat tensile test specimens. finite results show that, for as-welded condition that maximum strain was ob...

In this paper the effect of random geometric imperfections on the critical load of isotropic, thin-walled, cylindrical shells under axial compression with rectangular cutouts is presented. Second moment characteristics of geometric imperfections are estimated by data of available measurements, a simulation procedure based on the Karhunen-Loéve expansion is applied for generating realizations of...

This investigation on the dynamic behaviour of ball bearings was motivated by the demand for silent bearings in noise-sensitive applications, especially in the household appliance and automotive industry. The present investigations are intended to provide a clear understanding of the role of the bearing in the application with respect to its design, its quality and the way in which it is mounte...