Book

Invited Lectures

 Momber, A.W. and Kovacevic, R., “Hydro-Abrasive Erosion of Refractory Ceramics”, accepted for       the Journal of Materials Science.

 Chen, Ch., Kovacevic, R., and Jandric, D., “Wavelet Transform Analysis of Acoustic Emission Generated During Friction Stir Welding of 6061 Aluminum”, accepted for the International Journal on Machine Tools and Manufacture.

2003 

.    Song, M. and Kovacevic, R., “A Heat Transfer Model for Friction Stir Welding in a Moving Coordinate System and Its Validation”, the International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, Vol.43/6, 2003, pp. 605-615.

.    Hu, D. and Kovacevic, R., “Modeling and Measuring Thermal Behavior of Molten Pool in Closed-Loop Controlled Laser-Based Manufacturing”, the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B, Journal of Engineering Manufacture, Vol. 217, No. B4, 2003, pp.441-452.

.    Li, C.F., Johnson, D., and Kovacevic, R., “Modeling of Waterjet Guided Laser Grooving of Silicon”, the International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, Vol. 43/9, 2003, pp. 925-936.

Li, C.F., Johnson, D., and Kovacevic, R., “Modeling of Heat Transfer in Water Jet Guided Laser  Drilling of Silicon” the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B, Journal of Engineering Manufacture, Vol.217, 2003, pp.583-600

2001

.    Labudovic, M. and Kovacevic, R., “Modeling of Laser Surface Nitriding of Ti-6Al-4V Alloy –Analysis of Heat Transfer and Residual Stresses”, the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs.,     Part C, Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, Vol 215, Part C, 2001, pp. 315-340.

1998

1997

Kovacevic, R. and Beardsley, H.E., "High-Speed Water Jet as A Coolant/Lubricant in Grinding," Abrasive Magazine, June/July 1997.

1996

.    Kovacevic, R. and Zhang, Y.M., "Sensing Free Surface of Arc Weld Pool Using Specular Reflection:    Principle and Analysis," the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs., Part B, Journal of Engineering        Manufacture, Vol. 210, 1996, pp. 553-564.

Momber, A. W., Eusch, I., and Kovacevic, R., "Machining Refractory Ceramics with      Abrasive Waterjet," the Journal of Materials Science, 31(1996), pp.6485-6493.

Momber, A., Kwak, H., and Kovacevic, R., "Investigations in Abrasive Water Jet Erosion Based on Wear Particle Analysis," the ASME Journal of Tribology, Vol 118, 1996, pp. 759-766

Kovacevic, R., Zhang, Y.M., and Li, L., "Monitoring of Weld Joint Penetration Based on    Weld Pool Geometrical Appearance," the Welding Journal, 75(10) 1996, pp. 317s - 329s.

Zhang, Y. M., Kovacevic, R., and Li, L., "Characterization and Real-Time Measurement of Geometrical Appearance of Weld Pool," the International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, 36(7), 1996, pp. 799-816.

Yao, Y. X., Zhang, Y.M., and Kovacevic, R., "Parameterization of Observers for Time-Delay Systems and its Application in Observer Design," the IEE Proceedings Control Theory and  Applications, 143 (3), 1996, pp. 225-232.

Momber, A. and Kovacevic, R., "Accelerated High Speed Water Erosion Test for Concrete   Wear Debris Analysis," the Tribology Transactions, Vol. 39 (1996) 4, pp. 943-949.

Zhang, Y. M., Cao, Z. N., Kovacevic, R., "Numerical Analysis of Weld Pool Penetration in GTA Welding, the Proc. Inst. Mech. Engrs., Part B, Journal of Mechanical Engineering,     210 (C2), pp. 187-195, 1996.

Zhang, Y.M., Kovacevic, R., and Li, L., "Adaptive Control of Full Penetration in GTA          Welding," the IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 4, No. 4. July 1996.

Kovacevic, R., Cao, Z.N., and Zhang, Y.M., "Role of Welding Parameters in Determining    the Geometrical Appearance of Weld Pool," the ASME Journal of Engineering Materials and   Technology, Vol. 118 (4), 1996, pp. 589-596.

Kovacevic, R., Yao, Y.X., and Zhang, Y.M., "Observer Parametrization for Simultaneous    Observation," the IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, 41(2), 1996.

Momber A. and Kovacevic, R., "Fracture of Brittle Multiphase Materials by High Energy   Water Jets," the Journal of Materials Science, 31(1996), pp. 1081-1085.

Kovacevic, R., Mohan, R., and Beardsley, H.E., "Monitoring of Thermal Energy Distribution  in Abrasive Waterjet CuttingUsing Infared Thermography,” the ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 118 (4), 1996, pp. 555-563.

Zhang, Y. M., Kovacevic, R., and Wu, L., "Dynamic Analysis and Identification of Gas       Tungsten Arc Welding Process for Weld Penetration Control," the ASME Journal of   Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 118(1), 1996, pp. 123-136.

1995

Kovacevic, R. and Zhang, Y.M., "Machine Vision Recognition of Weld Pool in GTAW,"    the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs., Part B. Journal of Engineering Manufacture,  208 (B2),  pp. 141-152, 1995.

Momber, A. and Kovacevic, R., "Statistical Character of the Failure of Multiphase Materials due to High Pressure Water Jet Impingement," The International Journal of Fracture, Vol.   71,   1995, pp. 1-14.

Kovacevic, R., Cherukuthota, C., and Mohan, R., "Improving Milling Performance with       High Pressure Waterjet Assisted Cooling/Lubrication," the ASME Journal of                Engineering for Industry, Vol. 117(3), 1995, pp. 331-339.

Kovacevic, R., Cherukuthota, C., and Mazurkiewicz, M., "High Pressure Waterjet Cooling/  Lubrication to Improve Machining Efficiency in Milling," The International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, Vol. 35, No.10, 1995, pp. 1459-1473.

Kovacevic, R., Mohan, R., Murugesan, M., and Seybert, A., "On-Line Monitoring of the    Electric Arc Spraying Process Based on Acoustic Signatures," the Proceedings Instn. Mech.  Engrs.,Part B. Journal of Engineering Manufacture, Vol. 209, 1995, pp. 369-379.

Momber, A. and Kovacevic, R., "Quantification of Energy Absorption Capability in Abrasive  Water Jet Machining", the Proceedings Instn. Mech. Engrs., Part B. Journal of  Engineering Manufacture,  Vol. 209, 1995.

Momber, A., Kovacevic, R., and Ye, J., "The Fracture of Concrete due to Erosive Wear by High Velocity Water Flow," The Tribology Transactions, Vol. 38(3), 1995, pp. 686-692.

Kovacevic, R., Mohan, R., and Zhang, Y.M., "Cutting Force Dynamics as a Tool for Surface  Profile Monitoring in Abrasive Waterjet Cutting," the ASME  Journal of Engineering for Industry, 117(3), 1995, pp. 340-350.

1994

Momber, A. and Kovacevic, R., "Fundamental Investigations on Concrete Wear by High   Velocity Water Flow," Wear, Vol. 117, 1994, pp. 55-62.

Fang, M. and Kovacevic, R., "On-Line Monitoring Surface Quality in Abrasive Waterjet     Cutting," the Journal of High Pressure Water Jet, No. 49, 1994, pp. 37-43. (in Chinese)

Kovacevic, R., "Sensing the Abrasive Waterjet Nozzle Wear," the International Journal of  Water Jet Technology, Vol. 2, No. 1, June 1994, pp. 1-10.

Kovacevic, R., Fang, M. and Beardsley, H.E., "Development of Fuzzy Logic Method to Select  Abrasive Waterjet Parameters for Notching Concrete Pavement Slabs," the International  Journal of Water Jet Technology, Vol. 2, No. 1, 1994, pp. 28-38.

Kovacevic, R., Wang, L., and Zhang, Y.M., "Identification of Abrasive Waterjet Nozzle Wear Based on Parametric Spectrum Estimation of Acoustic Signal," the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs., Part B. Journal of Engineering Manufacture, Vol. 208,1994, pp. 173-181.

Beardsley, H. E., Zhang, Y. M., and Kovacevic, R., "Infrared Sensing of Full Penetration     State in GTAW," the International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, Vol. 34, No. 8, 1994, pp. 1079-1090.

Mohan, R., Kovacevic, R., and Damarla, K., "Real-Time Monitoring of Abrasive Waterjet   Nozzle Wear Using Neural Networks Technology," the SME Transactions, Vol. XXII, 1994,  pp. 253-258.

Kovacevic, R. and Fang, M., "Modeling of the Influence of the Abrasive Waterjet Cutting    Parameters on the Depth of Cut Based on Fuzzy Rules," the International Journal of      Machine Tools and Manufacture, Vol. 34, No. 1, 1994, pp. 55-72.

1993

Zhang, Y. M., Kovacevic, R., and Wu, L., "Closed Loop Control of Weld Penetration Using  Front-Face Vision System," the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs., Journal of Systems and Control Engineering, Vol. 207, 1993, pp. 27-34.

Kovacevic, R., Mohan, R., and Zhang, Y.M., "Stochastic Modeling of Surface Texture       Generated by High-Energy Jets," the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs.,Part B,  Journal of Engineering Manufacture, Vol. 207, 1993, pp. 129-140.

1992

Zhang, Y.M., Kovacevic, R. and Wu, L., "Sensitivity of Front-Face Weld Geometry in        Representing the Full Penetration," the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs.,Part B,  Journal of Engineering Manufacture, Vol. 206, 1992, pp. 191-197.

 Zhang, Y.M., Kovacevic, R. and Wu, L., "Controlling Welding Penetration in GTAW Using  Vision Sensing and Adaptive Control Technique," the SME Transactions Vol. XX, 1992, pp.     317-324.

Fang, M., Kovacevic, R., and Liu, D., "A Fuzzy Approach to Abrasive Waterjet Cutting      Parameters Selection," the Journal of High Pressure Water Jet, No. 2, 1992, (in Chinese), pp.  17-30.

Kovacevic, R. and Zhang, Y.M., "Identification of Surface Characteristics from Large          Samples," the Proc. Instn. Mech. Engrs., Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, Vol. 206, 1992, pp. 275-284.

Kovacevic, R., "Monitoring the Depth of Abrasive Waterjet Penetration," the International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, 32(5) 1992, pp. 725-736.

1991

 Kovacevic, R., "A New Sensing System to Monitor Abrasive Waterjet Nozzle Wear," the Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 28 (1991), pp. 117-125.

Kovacevic, R., "Surface Texture in Abrasive Waterjet Cutting," The SME's Journal of       Manufacturing Systems, Volume 10/No. 1,1991, pp. 32-40.

1987-1990

Kovacevic, R. and Evizi, M., “Nozzle Wear Detection in Abrasive waterjet Cutting Systems,” the Materials Evaluation, March 1990, Vol. 48, No. 3, pp. 348-353.

Kovacevic, R., “Transporation System in Flexible Manufacturing Systems - A New Trends, Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 38(1989) 1, pp. 63-68, (in Serbian).

Kovacevic, R., “Flexible Manufacturing Systems - A Critical Review,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 37(1988) 11, pp. 1146-1152 (in Serbian).

Krivokapic, Z., Kovacevic, R., Kulusic, M., and Nikolic, R., “Computer Control of the Spare Parts Inventory,” Journal of Maintenance of the Machines and Devices, SVII (1988), 5 pp. 331-336 (in Serbian).

Kovacevic, R., “Cutting with Abrasive Waterjet,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1988, No. 5-6, pp. 580-583 (in Serbian).

Kovacevic, R. and Lauffer, H.H., “Simplified Method to Determine the Components of the Cutting Force in External Broaching,” wt Werkstattstechnik, Springer-Verlag, 77(1987), pp. 329-332, (in German).

1975-1986

Kovacevic, R. and Grabowski, H., “Contemporary Treatment of Sheet Metal in Small and Medium Series,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, (35) 1986, No. 4-5, pp. 471-474 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, r. and Andijasevic, V., “Numerically Controlled Machine Tools for Plastic Deformation Processes,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1984, No.4, pp. 508-514 (in Serbian) 

Kovacevic, R. and Stanic, J., “Optimization of Metal Cutting Processes,” Journal for Manufacturing, 1982, No. 9, pp. 149-159 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, R., “An Analysis of the Influence of Grinding Parameters of Twist Drills on their Performance,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1981, No. 4, pp. 631-636.

Kovacevic, R., “Determination of Flow Curves of Alloyed Steels by the Hot Torsion Test,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1980, No. 6, pp. 930-933 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, R. and Sokic, M., “The Evaluation of the True Stress and Deformation Work for Hot Rolling,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1980, No. 5, pp. 758-761 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, R., “Quantitative Assessment of Plasticity in Hot Forming,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1979, No. 2, pp. 241-145 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, R. and Domazetovic, V., “A Comparision of the Hot Torsion Test Reference to the Determination of the True Stress for Alloy Steels,” Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1979, No. 5, pp. 738-744 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, R., Funke, P., and Solaja, V., “Determination of the True Stress for Steel S.4578 by Hot Totrsion Test,” Transactions of IAMA, 1978, No. 26, pp. 3607-3624 (in Serbian)

Funke, P. and Kovacevic, R., “Influence of Temperature and Strain Rate on the Formability of Alloy Steels During Hot Forming,” Stahl und Eisen, 98(1978), No. 22, pp. 1146-1150 (in German).

Kovacevic, R. and Funke, P., “Determination of the True Stress by the Hot Torsion Test,” Stahl und Eisen, 98(1978), No. 21, pp. 1077-1081, (in German).

Kovacevic, R., “Effect of Grinding Method on the Operating Properties of Drills,”Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1975, No. 10, pp. 1676-1682 (in Serbian)

Kovacevic, R., “Verification of Mathematical Models for the Conical Grinding of Drills,”Technika-Mechanical Engineering, 1975, No. 2, pp. 312-315 (in Serbian)

Journal Papers Submitted:

Jandric, Z. and Kovacevic, R., “Heat Management in SFF Based on Deposition by Welding submitted to the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part   B, Journal of Engineerng Manufacture, September 2002.

 Jandric, Z., Labudovic, M., and Kovacevic, R., “Effect of Heat Sink on Quality of Three-Dimensional Parts Built by Welding-Based Deposition”, submitted to the International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture, Dec. 2002.

 Song, M. and Kovacevic, R., “A Coupled Heat-Transfer Model for Workpiece and Tool in Friction Stir Welding”, submitted to the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part   B, Journal of Engineerng Manufacture, Januray 2003.

Chen, Ch., and Kovacevic, R., “Thermomechanical Modeling and Force Analysis of Friction Stir Welding by Finite Element Method”, submitted to the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C, Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, February 2003.

  Wang, H., Wenhui, J., Valant, M., and Kovacevic, R., “Micro-Plasma Powder Deposition as a New Solid Freeform Fabrication Process”, submitted to the Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part   B, Journal of Engineerng Manufacture, June 13, 2003

Papers in Refereed Conference Proceedings:

2003

Wang, H. and Kovacevic, R., "A Novel Welding-Based Solid Freeform Fabrication Technology For Aluminum Alloys", accepted for the 84^th Annual AWS Convention, Detroit, MI, April 8-10, 2003.

.Jandric, Z. and Kovacevic, R., “Properties of 3D Parts Built by Rapid Manufacturing Based on GTAW   “, Abstracts of the 84^th Annual AWS Convention, Detroit, MI, April 8-10, 2003.

Song, M. and Kovacevic, R., “Coupled Heat Transfer Model of Tool and Workpiece in Friction Stir Welding”, Presented at the 4^th International Symposium on Friction Stir Welding, May 14-16, 2003, Park City, UT

Jandric, D., Chen, C., Valant, M., and Kovacevic, R., “Characterization of Weld Quality in Friction Weldning of Lap Joints”, Presented at the 4^th International Symposium on Friction Stir Welding, May 14-16, 2003, Park City, UT

Chen, C., Jandric,D., and Kovacevic, R., “Tool Wear Monitoring and Its Effect on FSW Quality Proc. of the 4^th International Symposium on Friction Stir Welding, May 14-16, 2003, Park City, UT

Chen, C. and Kovacevic, R., “Three-Dimensional Thermomechanical Modeling and Clamping Force Analysis of Friction Stir Welding”, Proc. of the 4^th International Symposium on Friction Stir Welding, May 14-16, 2003, Park City, UT

Dwivedi, R., Jandric, Z., and Kovacevic, R., “Torch Path Planning for Solid Freeform Fabrication Based on Welding”, Transactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME, Vol XXXI, 2003, pp, 419-426, also as  SME Technical Paper, MS03-197, 2003.

Jandric, Z., Dwivedi, R., and Kovacevic, R., “A New Approach and Algorithm for Obtaining Size of Molten Pool,” Proc. of the 13^th International Conference on Computer Technology in Welding, June 18-19, 2003, Orlando, FL

Mei, H., Ouyang, J., Hu, D., and Kovacevic, R., “Rapid Fabtrication of Functionally Gradient  Material Parts by Laser Beam”, accepted for the ICALE’03, Jacsonville, FL, Oct. 2003.

2002

2001

1999

1998

1997

Zhang, Y.M., Li, L., and Kovacevic, R., "Neurofuzzy Model Based Control of Weld Fusion Zone Geometry," Proceedings of the 1997 American Control Conference, Albuquerque, NM, June 4-6, pp. 2483-2487.

Yao, Y.X., Zhang, Y.M., and Kovacevic, R., "Loop Transfer Recovery Design with Proportional Integral Observer Based on H-infinity Optimal Observation," Proceedings of the 1997 American Control Conference, Albuquerque, NM, June 4-6, pp. 786-790.

1996

.    Momber, A. and Kovacevic, R., “Accelerated High Speed Water Erosion Test for Concrete Wear Debris,” Proceedings of the 1996 ASME-STLE Tribology Conference,        Oct. 13-17, San Francisco, CA.

 Kovacevic, R. and Zhang, Y.M., "On-Line Measurement of Weld Fusion State Feedback   Using Weld Pool Image and Neurofuzzy Model," Proceedings of the IEEE International       Conference on Intelligent Control, Dearborn, MI, Oct. 1996.

 Yong, Z. and Kovacevic, R., "Designing Nozzle Cross Sections with off-Line Simulation for 3D Abrasive Waterjet Machining," Proceedings of the "Forum on High Speed Jet Flow,"  ASME Fluids Engineering Division Summer Meeting, San Diego, CA, June 1996.

 Zhang, Y.M. and Kovacevic, R., "Robust Stabilizing Control of  Stable Interval Plants: A Time Domain Approach," DSC-Vol. 58, Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division, 1996, pp. 867-875.

 Yao, Y.X., Zhang, Y. M., and Kovacevic, R., "H-infinity Based Robust Multivariable Linear  Control of Weld Pool Shape," DSC-Vol. 58, Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and   Control Division, 1996, pp. 259-264.  

 Zhang, Y.M., Yao, Y.X., Li, L., and Kovacevic, R., "Robust Fault Detection and Isolation for   Linear Input Time-Delay," DSC-Vol. 58, Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division, 1996, pp. 859-866.

 Kovacevic, R., Zhang, Y. M., Liguo, E., and Beardlsy, H.E., "Dynamics of Droplet Geometry  During Metal Transfer in GMAW - A Model for Process Control," MD-Vol. 74, Advanced   Materials:Development, Characterization, Processing and Mechanical Behavior, ASME   1996, pp. 143-144.

 Zhang, Y. M., Li, L., and Kovacevic, R., “Neurofuzzy Model Based Non-Linear Modeling and Control of Weld Fusion Zone Geometry,” MD-Vol. 74, Advanced Materials: Development, Characterization, Processing and Mechanical Behavior, ASME 1996, pp. 149-150.

 Zhang, Y. M., Cao, Z. N., and Kovacevic, R., “Numerical Dyanamic Analysis of Moving   GTA Weld Pool,” the 1996 International Mechanical Engieering Congress  Exposition, Nov. 17-22, Atlanta, GA.

Mohan, R. and Kovacevic, R., “Performnace Evaluation of a Hybrid Machining Process -High Pressure Waterjet Assisted Grinding,”MD-Vol. 74, Advanced Materials: Development, Characterization, Processing and Mechanical Behavior, ASME 1996, pp.131-132.

Mohan, R., Kovacevic, R., and Beardsley, H.E., “Heat Flux Determination at the AWJ        Cutting Zone Using IR Thermography and Inverse Heat Conduction Problem,” HTD-Vol     332, Proceedings of the ASME Heat Transfer Division, Vol. 1, ASME 1996, pp. 245-254.

Kovacevic, R., Zhang, Y.M., Li, L., and Beardsley, H.E., “Sensing and Control of Weld Geometrical Appearance,” Proceedings of the 26th Conference on Production Engineering, Oct. 2-4, 1996, Budva, Yugoslavia, pp. 813-824.

Momber. A. Kovacevic, R., Pfeiffer, D., and Schunemann, R., "The Influence of Abrasive   Grain Size Distribution Parameters on the Abrasive Water Jet Machining Process," NAMRC      XXIV, May 21-24, 1996, pp. 21-26.

Kovacevic, R. and Yong, Z., "Modeling of 3D Abrasive Waterjet Machining, Part I: Theoretical Basis,” 1996 Jetting Technology, published by Institution of MechanicalEngineers, pp. 73-82.

Yong, Z., and Kovacevic, R., “Modeling of 3D Abrasive Waterjet Machining, Part II:Simulation of Machining,” 1996 Jetting Technology, published by Institution ofMechanical Engineers, pp. 83-89

Kwak, H., Mohan, R., and Kovacevic, R., "Monitoring of AWJ Drilling of Ceramics Using AE  Sensing Technique," 1996 Jetting Technology, published by Institution of Mechanical Engineers, pp. 137-152.

Kovacevic, R., Zhang, Y.M., and Beardsley, H.E., "Real-Time Measurement of 3D Shape of  Weld Pool Surface," NSF Design and Manufacturing Grantees Conference, January 2-5, 1996, Albuquerque, NM.

Zhang, Y. M., Walcott, B. L., and Kovacevic, R., "Model Distance Criterion for        Determination of ARMA Models," Proc. of the 13th World Congress, International Federation on Automatic Control, Vol. J, pp. 263-268, June 30 - July 5, 1996, San Francisco, CA

1995

Momber, A. W. and Kovacevic, R., "Energy Dissipative Processes in High Speed Water-    Solid Particle Erosion," ASME, Measurement Techniques in Isothermal and non-       Multiphase Flows, HTD - Vol. 231/FED - Vol. 233, Ed. by G.L. Chahine and T.J. O'Hern, pp 243-256, 1995.       

Li, L . Zhang, Y. M., and Kovacevic, R., "Dynamic Relationship Between the Weld         Shape and Weld Penetration," ASME, MD - Vol. 69-2, Ed. by J. Coulter and M. Cengiz Altan,      pp. 883-898, 1995.

Mohan, R., Momber, A., and Kovacevic, R., "Detection of Energy Dissipation During         Abrasive Waterjet Machining Using Acoustic Emission," ASME, Manufacturing Science and Engineerng, MED - Vol. 2-1, Ed. by E. Kannatey, pp. 69-85, 1995.

Momber, A. W., Kovacevic, R., and Eusch, I., "Resisatnce parameters of Rocklike Materials  Against Abrasive Waterjet Cutting, Rock Mechanics, ed. Daemen & Schultz, 1995, Baklema,   Rotterdam, ISBN 905410 5526, pp. 355-359.

Kovacevic, R. and Mohan, R., "Effect of High-Speed Grinding Fluid on Surface Grinding    Performance,'' the 1st International Machining and Grinding Conference, Dearborn, Ml, Sept.12-14,1995, pp. 917-931.

Mohan, R., Momber, A., and Kovacevic, R., "Acoustic Emission Measurements on Brittle Materials During Abrasive Waterjet Cutting," the 1st International Machining  and Grinding Conference, Dearborn, Ml, Sept.12-14, 1995, pp. 439-458.

Kovacevic, R., and Mohan, R., "High Pressure Waterjet Application to Improve Performance of Machining Operations," Proceedings of the 8th American Water Jet Conference, Aug. 27-30, 1995, paper 36, pp. 519-535.

Momber, A., Kovacevic, R., Pfeiffer, D., and Schuenemann, R., "A Comparative Study of    Concrete Behavior During Compression Testing and Waterjet Erosion," Proceedings of 8th American Water Jet Conference, Aug. 27-30, 1995, paper 60, pp. 809-828.

 Momber, A. and Kovacevic, R., "Experimental Estimation of Energy Dissipative Processes in  Workpiece During Abrasive Waterjet Cutting," Proceedings of the 8th American Water Jet Conference, Aug. 27-30, 1995, paper 14, pp. 187-206.

Momber, A. Kovacevic, R., "A Fracture Model for Hydrodemolition," Proceedings of the 8th  American Water Jet Conference, Aug. 27-30, 1995 paper 5, pp. 61-77.

Momber, A., Eusch, I., and Kovacevic, R., "Cutting Refractory Ceramics with Abrasive Water Jets - Preliminary Investigation," Proceedings of the 8th American Water Jet   Conference, Aug. 27-30, 1995, paper 17, pp. 229-244.

Kovacevic, R. and Zhang, Y. M., "Weld Pool Sensing and Control: 2D Shape and 3D           Surface," Proceedings of the International Symposium on Materials Science and Technology, June 4-7, 1995, Harbin, P. R. China.

 Kovacevic, R., Zhang, Y. M., Beardsley, H. E., and Erlenbeck, M., "On-Line Sensing of       Metal Transfer for Adaptive Control of GMA Welding," Proceedings of the 4th International   Conference on Trends in Welding Research, June 5-6, 1995, Gatlinburg, TN.

  Zhang, Y. M., Li, L., and Kovacevic, R., "Monitoring of Weld Pool Appearance for Penetration   Control,"  Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Trends in Welding  Research, June 5-6, 1995, Gatlinburg, TN.

Kovacevic, R. and Cherukuthota, C., "Improved Grinding Process Efficiency by Pressure Water Jet Assistance," Proceedings of the First World Congress on Intelligent            Manufacturing Processes and Systems, Mayaguez/San Juan, Puerto Rico, February 13-      17,1995, pp.1003-1013.

Zhang, Y. M., and Kovacevic, R., "Modeling and Real-Time Identification of Weld Pool      Characteristics for Intelligent Control," Proceedings of the First World Congress on Intelligent Manufacturing Processes and Systems, Mayaguez San Juan, Puerto Rico, Febr. 13-17, 1995, pp. 1014-1023.

Conference Abstracts:

1999

1998

1997

Book:

"R&D in Friction Stir Welding at SMU," lecture for the AWS chapter, LeTourneau University, Longview, TX, October 5, 2001.

"Advancement of Friction Stir Welding for Its Broader Application in Industry," Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc., Dallas, TX, September 7, 2001.