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Selected Publications by Type

1.  Books

  1. de Weck O. and Shishko R. (eds.), “Space Logistics: Enabling New Frontiers”, Progress in Aeronautics and Astronautics Series, American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics, AIAA, to appear in 2010
  2. de Weck O., and Lyneis J., "Successfully Designing and Managing complex Projects", MIT Press, to appear in 2010
          Book Chapters
  1. de Weck, O., 2005, "Determining Product Platform Extent", Chapter 12, Product Platform and Product Family Design: Methods and Applications, T. W. Simpson, Z. Siddique and J. Jiao, eds., Springer, New York, pp. 241-301

2.  Papers in Refereed Journals

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  1. Nägeli, T., Lang P., de Weck O. and Zingg A., “USD für Transparenz in der Ablauforganisation”, Management io, BWI Verlag, Zurich, 5, 69-74, 1993.PDF
  2. de Weck, O.L., de Neufville R. and Chaize M., “Staged Deployment of Communications Satellite Constellations in Low Earth Orbit”, Journal of Aerospace Computing, Information, and Communication,1(3), 119-136, March 2004.**PDF
  3. Springmann P.N., and de Weck, O.L. ”Parametric Scaling Model for Nongeosynchronous Communications Satellites”, Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, 41 (3), 472-477, May-June 2004.** PDF
  4. Cohanim B. E., Hewitt J. N., and de Weck O.L., “The Design of Radio Telescope Array Configurations using Multiobjective Optimization: Imaging Performance versus Cable Length”, The Astrophysical Journal, Supplement Series, 154, 705-719, October 2004.** PDF
  5. Chung S.J., Miller D.W., de Weck O.L., “ARGOS Testbed: Study of Multidisciplinary Challenges of Future Spaceborne Interferometric Arrays”, Optical Engineering, 43 (9), 2156-2167, September 2004.** PDF
  6. Kim I.L., de Weck O.L., “Adaptive Weighted Sum Method for Bi-Objective Optimization”, Journal of the Korean Society of Precision Engineering, 21 (9), September 2004 PDF
  7. Kim I.Y. and de Weck O.L., “Adaptive weighted-sum method for bi-objective optimization: Pareto front generation”, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, 29 (2), 149-158, February 2005 PDF
  8. Kim I. Y and de Weck O.L.., “Variable chromosome length genetic algorithm for progressive refinement in topology optimization”, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, 29 (6), 445-456, June 2005 PDF
  9. Chang, D.D. and de Weck, O., “Basic capacity calculation methods and benchmarking for MF-TDMA and MF-CDMA communication satellites”, International Journal of Satellite Communications and Networking, 23 (3), 153-171, May/June 2005** PDF
  10. Sou K.C. and de Weck O., “Fast time-domain simulation for large-order linear time-invariant state space systems”, International Journal of Numerical Methods in Engineering, 63 (5), p 681-708, June 2005** PDF
  11. de Weck, O.L. and Jones M. B., “Isoperformance: Analysis and design of complex systems with desired outcomes”, Systems Engineering, 9 (1), 45-61,  January 2006 PDF
  12. Kim I.Y. and de Weck, O., “Adaptive weighted sum method for multiobjective optimization”, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, 31 (2), 105-116, February 2006 PDF
  13. Siddiqi A., de Weck O., Iagnemma K., “Reconfigurability in Planetary Surface Vehicles: Modeling Approaches and Case Study”, Journal of the British Interplanetary Society (JBIS), 59 (12), 450-460, December 2006**
  14. Smaling R., de Weck O., “Assessing Risks and Opportunities of Technology Infusion in System Design”, Systems Engineering, 10 (1), 1-25, Spring 2007**
  15. Siddiqi A., de Weck O., “Spare Parts Requirements for Space Missions with Reconfigurability and Commonality”, Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, 44 (1), 147-155, January-February 2007**
  16. Silver M., de Weck O. “Time-Expanded Decision Networks:  A Framework for Designing Evolvable Complex Systems”, Systems Engineering, 10 (2), 167-186, 2007 **
  17. Suh, E.S., de Weck O.L., Kim I.Y. and Chang D., “Flexible platform component design under uncertainty”, Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing, Special Issue on Product Family Design and Development, 18(1), 115-126,  February 2007**
  18. Hauser D., de Weck O.L., “Flexibility in component manufacturing systems: evaluation framework and case study”, Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing, 18 (3), 421-432, June 2007**
  19. Holtta-Otto K., de Weck O.L., “Degree of Modularity in Engineering Systems and Products with Technical and Business Constraints”, Concurrent Engineering, Special Issue on Managing Modularity and Commonality in Product and Process Development, 15 (2), 113-126, 2007
  20. de Weck, O.L., Scialom, U. and Siddiqi A., “Optimal reconfiguration of satellite constellations with the auction algorithm”, Acta Astronautica, 62 (2-3), 112-130, January/February 2008
  21. Gralla E. L., de Weck O. L, “Strategies for On-Orbit Assembly of Modular Spacecraft”, Journal of the British Interplanetary Society (JBIS) , 60 (6), 219-227, 2007**
  22. Taylor C., de Weck O., “Coupled Vehicle Design and Network Flow Optimization for Air Transportation Systems”, Journal of Aircraft, 44 (5), 1478-1486, September-October 2007**
  23. Suh E.S., de Weck O.L., and Chang D., “Flexible product platforms: framework and case study”, Research in Engineering Design, 18 (2), 67-89, 2007**
  24. Taylor C., Song M., Klabjan D., de Weck O.L., Simchi-Levi D., “A Mathematical Model for Interplanetary Logistics”, Logistics Spectrum, 41 (1), 23-33, 2007**
  25. de Weck, O.L., Scialom, U., and Siddiqi A., "Optimal reconfiguration of satellite constellations with the auction algorithm", Acta Astronautica, 62(2-3), 112-130, January/February 2008
  26. Siddiqi A., de Weck O.L., "Modeling Methods and Conceptual Design Principles for Reconfigurable Systems", Journal of Mechanical Design, 130, 101102, October 2008
  27. Ahn, J., de Weck O.L., Hoffman J., "An Optimization Framework for Global Planetary Surface Exploration Campaigns", Journal of British Interplanetary Society, 61(12), 487-498, December 2008
  28. Siddiqi A., de Weck O., "Reconfigurability in Planetary Surface Vehicles", Acta Astronautica, 64(506), 589-601, March/April 2009
  29. Suh, E.S., Furst M.R., Mihalyov K.J., de Weck O., "Technology Infusion for Complex Systems: A Framework and Case Study", SE-080701, Systems Engineering, 12(4), 2009
  30. Giffin M., de Weck O., Bounova G., Keller R., Eckert C., Clarkson J., “Change Propagation Analysis in Complex Technical Systems”, Journal of Mechanical Design, 131(8), 081010, August 2009
  31. Siddiqi A., de Weck O., Lee G., Shull S., "Matrix Modeling Methods for Spaceflight Campaign Logistics Analysis," Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, March 2009 (in press)
  32. Agte J., de Weck O., Sobieski J., Arendson P., Morris A., Spieck M., "MDO: assessment and direction for advancement- an opinion of one international group", Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, July 2009


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    3. Proceedings of Refereed Conferences

    1. de Weck O., Miller D., Gutierrez H.; “Structural Dynamics and Controls for the Next Generation Space Telescope (NGST) - A preliminary study”, Proceedings 34th Liège International Astrophysics Colloquium,  ‘The Next Generation Space Telescope: Science Drivers and Technological Challenges’, ESA SP-429, Liège, Belgium, June 15-18, 1998. PDF
    2. de Weck O., Miller D., Hansman J., “Adaptive Technique for Radiation Pattern Shaping of Parabolic Mesh Antennae: A Low Cost application of Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) Actuators in Spacecraft”, Paper P92, Actuator 98, Proceedings 6th International Conference on New Actuators with Accompanying Exhibition, Bremen, Germany, June 17-19, 1998. PDF
    3. de Weck, O., Miller D., Hansman J., “Multifunctionality in parabolic RF antenna design based on SMA actuated radiation pattern shaping”, AIAA-1998-4813, 7th AIAA/USAF/NASA/ISSMO Symposium on Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization, St. Louis, MO, Sept. 2-4, 1998. PDF
    4. de Weck, O., Hollister W., “Challenges and solutions for low-area density (LAD)  spacecraft components – Application to ultra-thin solar panel technology ”, AIAA-1998-5142, AIAA Defense and Civil Space Programs Conference and Exhibit,  Huntsville, AL, October 28-30, 1998. PDF
    5. Miller D., Curtis A., de Weck, Frazzoli E., Girerd A., Hacker T., Jilla C.D., Kong E.M., Makins B., Pak S. , “Architecting the Search for Terrestrial Planets and Related Origins (ASTRO)”, SPIE-4013-74, SPIE International Symposium on Astronomical Telescopes and Instrumentation 2000, Munich, Germany, 27-31 March, 2000. PDF
    6. de Weck O., Miller D., Mosier G., “Integrated Modeling and Dynamics Simulation for the Next Generation Space Telescope”, SPIE-4013-105, SPIE International Symposium on Astronomical Telescopes and Instrumentation 2000, Munich, Germany, 27-31 March, 2000. PDF
    7. Miller, D.  W., de Weck, O. L., Uebelhart, S. A., Grogan R., Basdogan, I., “Integrated Dynamics and Controls Modeling for the Space Interferometry Mission (SIM)”, Paper #051, 2001 IEEE Aerospace Conference, Big Sky, Montana, March 10-17, 2001. PDF
    8. Miller, D. W., de Weck, O.L. and Mosier G.E., “Framework for Multidisciplinary Integrated Modeling and Analysis of Space Telescopes”, SPIE Proceedings: First International Workshop on Integrated Modeling of Telescopes, Vol. 4757, SPIE, pp. 1-18, July 2002 PDF
    9. de Weck, O.L. , Miller D.W., “Multivariable Isoperformance Methodology for Precision Opto-Mechanical Systems”, 21st IASTED International Conference on Modeling, Identification and Control (MIC 2002), Session on System Theory and Optimization, ISBN: 0-88986-319-9, Paper 350-060, pp. 224-233, Innsbruck, Austria, February 18-21, 2002. PDF
    10. de Weck O.L., Miller D.W., “Multivariable Isoperformance Methodology for Precision Opto-Mechanical System”, Paper AIAA-2002-1420, 43rd AIAA/ASME /ASCE/AHS Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference,  Denver, Colorado, April 22-25, 2002. PDF
    11. de Weck, O. L. and Chang D.,  ”Architecture Trade Methodology for LEO Personal Communication Systems “, 20th International Communications Satellite Systems Conference, Paper No. AIAA-2002-1866, Montréal, Québec, Canada, May 12-15, 2002.** PDF
    12. Chung S. J., Miller D.W. and de Weck O.L., “Design and Implementation of Sparse Aperture Imaging Systems”, 2002 SPIE Astronomical Telescopes and Instrumentation Conference, Session on Highly Innovative Space Telescopes, Paper SPIE 4849-25, Waikoloa, Hawaii USA, 22-28 August 2002.** PDF
    13. de Weck O. L., Miller D. W., Mosier G. E., “Multidisciplinary Analysis of the NEXUS Precursor Space Telescope”, 2002 SPIE Astronomical Telescopes and Instrumentation, Conference on Highly Innovative Space Telescopes, Paper SPIE 4849-39, Waikoloa, Hawaii USA, 22-28 August 2002. PDF
    14. de Weck O.L., Uebelhart S.A., Gutierrez H.L.  and Miller D.W., “Disturbance and Sensitivity Analysis for Large Order Linear Time-Invariant Systems”, AIAA-2002-5437, 9th AIAA/ISSMO Symposium on Multidisciplinary Analysis & Optimization, Atlanta, Georgia, 4-6 September, 2002. PDF
    15. Howell D., de Weck O.L., “Experimental Validation of Multidisciplinary Isoperformance Methodology”, AIAA-2002-5459, 9th AIAA/ISSMO Symposium on Multidisciplinary Analysis & Optimization, Atlanta, Georgia, 4-6 September, 2002.** PDF
    16. Sou K.C. and de Weck O., “Fast Time Domain Simulation for Large-Order Linear Time Invariant Systems”, 22nd IASTED International Conference on Modeling, Identification, and Control (MIC 2003), Paper IASTED-377-273,  Innsbruck , Austria,  10-13 February, 2003.** PDF
    17. Sou K.C. and de Weck O., “Fast Time Domain Simulation for Large-Order LTI Systems”, 44th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, Paper AIAA-2003-1532, Norfolk, Virginia, 7-10 April, 2003.** PDF
    18. Chang D. and de Weck O., ”Basic Capacity Calculation Methods and Benchmarking for MF-TDMA and MF-CDMA Communication Satellites”, Paper AIAA-2003-2277, 21st International Communications Satellite Systems Conference, Yokohama, Japan, 15-19 April, 2003.** PDF
    19. de Weck, O., Springmann P.N., Chang D.,”A Parametric Communications Spacecraft Model for Conceptual Design Trade Studies”, Paper AIAA-2003-2310, 21st International Communications Satellite Systems Conference, Yokohama, Japan, 15-19 April, 2003.** PDF
    20. de Weck, O., and Chang D. ,”Quantitative Assessment of Technology Infusion in Communications Satellite Constellation Architectures”, Paper AIAA-2003-2355, 21st International Communications Satellite Systems Conference, Yokohama, Japan, 15-19 April, 2003. PDF
    21. de Weck O. L., Young P.W. and Adams D., ”The Three Principles of Powered Flight: An Active Learning Approach”, Paper ASEE-2003-522, 2003 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Nashville, Tennessee, 22-25 June, 2003. PDF
    22. Young P.W., de Weck O.L. and Charles Coleman, “Design and Implementation of and Aeronautical Design-Build-Fly Course”,  2003 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Nashville, Tennessee , June 22-25, 2003. PDF
    23. de Weck O., Suh E. S. and Chang D., ”Product Family and Platform Portfolio Optimization”, Paper DETC03/DAC-48721, Proceedings of DETC’03, 2003 ASME Design Engineering Technical Conferences, Chicago, Illinois, 2-6 September, 2003. PDF
    24. Galabova K., Bounova G., de Weck O. and Hastings D., ”Architecting a Family of Space Tugs based on Orbital Transfer Mission Scenarios”, Paper AIAA-2003-6368, AIAA Space 2003 Conference and Exhibition, Long Beach, California, 23-25 September 2003.** PDF
    25. de Weck, O., de Neufville, R., Chaize M., “Enhancing the Economics of Communication Satellites via Staged Deployment and Orbital Reconfiguration”, Paper AIAA-2003-6317, AIAA Space 2003 Conference and Exhibition, Long Beach, California, 23-25 September 2003.** PDF
    26. Bounova G., de Mierry T., de Weck O., “Search Algorithms for Space Tug Rendezvous: Simulation and Experiment”, 2004 IEEE Aerospace Conference, Paper # IEEEAC #1281, Big Sky, Montana, March 6-13, 2004.** PDF
    27. D. B. Jourdan and O. L. de Weck, "Multi-objective genetic algorithm for the automated planning of a wireless sensor network to monitor a critical facility," in Proc. SPIE Defense and Security Symposium, Vol. 5403, pp. 565-575, Orlando, Florida, April 12-16, 2004.** PDF
    28. de Weck O.L. and Kim I.Y., “Adaptive Weighted Sum Method for Bi-objective Optimization”, 45th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, Paper AIAA-2004-1680, Palm Springs, California, April 19-22, 2004. PDF
    29. Kim I.Y. and de Weck O.L., “Variable Chromosome Length Genetic Algorithm for Structural Topology Design Optimization”, 45th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics, and Materials Conference, AIAA-2004-1911, Palm Springs, California, April 19-22, 2004. PDF
    30. Hassan R., de Weck O.L., and Springmann P., “Architecting a Communication Satellite Product Line”, AIAA-2004-3150, 22nd AIAA International Communications Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit, Monterey, California, May 9-12, 2004. PDF
    31. Underwood J., de Weck O.L., Chan S., Samuels A., Shah N. “Optimization of Hybrid Satellite Constellations using Multiple Layers and Mixed Circular-Elliptical Orbits”, AIAA-2004-3205, 22nd AIAA International Communications Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit, Monterey, California, May 9-12, 2004.** PDF
    32. de Weck O., U. Scialom and A. Siddiqi, “Optimal Reconfiguration of Satellite Constellations with the Auction Algorithm, AIAA-2004-3162, 22nd  AIAA International Communications Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit 2004 (ICSSC), Monterey, California, May 9-12, 2004** PDF
    33. Jourdan D.B. and de Weck O.L., “Layout Optimization for a Wireless Sensor Network using a Multi-Objective Genetic Algorithm”, IEEE Semiannual Vehicular Technology Conference, Milan, Italy, May 17-19, 2004.** PDF
    34. Kim I.L., de Weck O.L., Nadir W., Young P., Wallace D., “Innovative Modern Engineering Design and Rapid Prototyping Course: A Rewarding CAD/CAE/CAM Experience for Undergraduates”, Session 332, American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) 2004 Annual Conference & Exposition, Salt Lake City, Utah, June 20-23, 2004. PDF
    35. de Weck O.L. and Jones M.B., “Isoperformance: Analysis and Design of Complex Systems with known or desired Outcomes”, Fourteenth Annual International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), Toulouse, France, June 21-24, 2004.## PDF
    36. Magee C. and de Weck O. L., “Complex System Classification”, Fourteenth Annual International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE), Toulouse, France, June 20-24, 2004.## PDF
    37. Howell D. J., de Weck O. L. and Blaurock, C., “Multi-configuration tuning of precision opto-mechanical systems”, SPIE conference on Astronomical Telescopes & Instrumentation, Modeling and Systems Engineering for Astronomy, SPIE paper #5497-22, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, 21-25 June 2004.** PDF
    38. Suh E.S., Kim I.Y., and de Weck O.L., “Design for Flexibility: Performance and Economic Optimization of Product Platform Components”, AIAA-2004-4310, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004.** PDF
    39. Kim I.Y. and de Weck, O., “Adaptive Weighted Sum Method for Multiobjective Optimization”, AIAA-2004-4322, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004. PDF
    40. Nadir W., Kim I.Y., Hauser D. and de Weck O.L., “Multidisciplinary Structural Truss Topology Optimization for Reconfigurability”, AIAA-2004-4337, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004.** PDF
    41. Howell D. J. and de Weck O.L., “Multidisciplinary System Optimization of a Spacecraft Interferometer Testbed”, AIAA-2004-4551, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004.** PDF
    42. Smaling R. M. and de Weck O.L., “Fuzzy Pareto Frontiers in Multidisciplinary System Architecture Analysis”, AIAA-2004-4553, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004.** PDF
    43. Nadir W., Kim I.L., and de Weck O.L., “Structural Shape Optimization Considering Both Performance and Manufacturing Cost”, AIAA-2004-4593, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004.** PDF
    44. Kalligeros K.C. and de Weck O.L., “Flexible Design of Commercial Systems under Market Uncertainty: Framework and Application”, AIAA-2004-4646, 10th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Albany, New York, August 30-September 1, 2004.** PDF
    45. Banerjee, P., and de Weck, O.L., “Flexibility Strategy – Valuing Flexible Product Options”, 2004 INCOSE/ICSE Conference on Synergy Between Systems Engineering and Project Management, Las Vegas, Nevada, September, 2004** PDF
    46. de Weck O., “Multiobjective Optimization: History and Promise”, Invited Keynote Paper, GL2-2, The Third China-Japan-Korea Joint Symposium on Optimization of Structural and Mechanical Systems, Kanazawa, Japan, October 30-November 2, 2004 PDF
    47. Kim, I.Y., and de Weck, O.L., “Progressive Structural Topology Optimization by Variable Chromosome Length Genetic Algorithm”, TS9-3, The Third China-Japan-Korea Joint Symposium on Optimization of Structural and Mechanical Systems, Kanazawa, Japan, October 30-November 2, 2004 PDF
    48. de Weck O.L., Nadir W.D., Wong J.G., Bounova G. and Coffee T.M., “Modular Structures for Manned Space Exploration: The Truncated Octahedron as a Building Block”, AIAA-2005-2764, 1st Space Exploration Conference: Continuing the Voyage of Discovery, 30 Jan - 1 Feb 2005, Orlando, Florida** PDF
    49. Taylor C., Broniatowski D., Boas R., Silver M., Crawley E., de Weck O., Hoffman J., “Paradigm Shift in Design for NASA’s Space Exploration Initiative: Results from MIT’s Spring 2004 Study”, AIAA-2005-2766, 1st Space Exploration Conference: Continuing the Voyage of Discovery, 30 Jan - 1 Feb 2005, Orlando, Florida** PDF
    50. Hassan R., Cohanim B., de Weck O.L., Venter G., “A Comparison of Particle Swarm Optimization and the Genetic Algorithm”, AIAA-2005-1897, 1st AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Austin, Texas, April 18-21, 2005 PDF
    51. Bounova G., de Weck O.L., “Graph-theoretical Considerations in Design of Large Telescope Arrays for Robustness and Scalability”, AIAA-2005-2063, 1st AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Austin, Texas, April 18-21, 2005** PDF
    52. Siddiqi A., Mellein J., de Weck O.L., “Optimal Reconfigurations for Increasing Capacity of Communication Satellite Constellations”, AIAA-2005-2065, 1st AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Austin, Texas, April 18-21, 2005** PDF
    53. Usan M., de Weck O.L., Whitney D., “Exhaust System Manifold Development Enhancement through Multi-Attribute System Design Optimization”, AIAA-2005-2066, 1st AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Austin, Texas, April 18-21, 2005** PDF
    54. Taylor C., de Weck O.L., “Concurrent Trajectory and Vehicle Optimization: A Cse Study of Earth-Moon Supply Chain Logistics”, AIAA-2005-2202, 1st AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Austin, Texas, April 18-21, 2005** PDF
    55. Schuman T., de Weck O.L., Sobieski J., “Integrated System-level Optimization for Concurrent Engineering with Parametric Subsystem Modeling”, AIAA-2005-2199, 1st AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Austin, Texas, April 18-21, 2005** PDF
    56. Graff C., Bell A., de Weck, O.L., Young P., Nadir B, Kim I.Y., “Engineering Design and Rapid Prototyping”, 1st Annual CDIO Conference, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, June 7-8, 2005 PDF
    57. de Weck O.L, Hassan R., “Active Learning Games”, 1st Annual CDIO Conference, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, June 7-8, 2005 PDF
    58. Hofstetter W., de Weck O.L., Crawley E. F., “Modular Building Blocks for Manned Spacecraft: A Case Study for Moon and Mars Landing Systems”, INCOSE 2005  - Systems Engineering Symposium, Rochester, NY, July 10-15, 2005** PDF
    59. Haberfellner R., de Weck O.L., “Agile SYSTEMS ENGINEERING versus engineering AGILE SYSTEMS”, INCOSE 2005  - Systems Engineering Symposium, Rochester, NY, July 10-15, 2005 PDF
    60. Holtta K., de Weck O. L., Suh E.S., “Trade-off between Modularity and Performance for Engineered Systems and Products”, ICED 2005: The 15th International Conference on Engineering Design, Melbourne, Australia, August 15-18, 2005 PDF
    61. Bounova G., Ahn J., Hofstetter W., Wooster P., Hassan R., de Weck O.L., “Selection and Technology Evaluation of Moon/Mars Transportation Architectures”, AIAA-2005-6790, Space 2005, Long Beach, California, Aug 30-Sept. 1, 2005** PDF
    62. Gralla E., Nadir W., Mamani H, and de Weck O., “Optimal Launch Vehicle Size Determination for Moon-Mars Transportation Architectures”, AIAA-2005-6782, Space 2005, Long Beach, California, Aug 30-Sept. 1, 2005** PDF
    63. Underwood J.E., de Weck O.L., Poppe D., “Distributed Satellite Communication Systems: First-Order Interactions between System and Network Architectures”, Paper I000166, 23rd  AIAA International Communications Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit, Rome, Italy, 2005** PDF
    64. Siddiqi A., de Weck O.L., Hoffman J., “Sustainability in System Architectures through Reconfigurability: A Case Study of Planetary Surface Vehicles”, Paper IAC-05-D3.3.03, International Astronautical Congress, Fukuoka, Japan, Oct. 17-21, 2005** PDF
    65. Gralla E., de Weck O.L., “On-Orbit Assembly Strategies for Human Space Exploration”, Paper IAC-05-D3.3.05, International Astronautical Congress, Fukuoka, Japan, Oct. 17-21, 2005** PDF
    66. Bairstow B., de Weck O.L., Sobieski J., “Multiobjective Optimization of Two- Stage Rockets for Earth- to- Orbit Launch”, AIAA-2006-1720, 2nd AIAA MDO Specialist Conference, Newport, RI, May 1-4, 2006** PDF
    67. Taylor C., de Weck O.., “Integrated Transportation Network Design Optimization”, AIAA-2006-1912, 2nd AIAA MDO Specialist Conference, Newport, RI, May 1-4, 2006** PDF
    68. Silver, M., Li X., de Weck O., Shull S., Gralla E., “Autonomous Logistics Technologies for Space Exploration: Experiment Results and Design Considerations”, AIAA-2006-5683, 9th International Conference on Space Operations, SpaceOps 2006, Rome, Italy, 19 - 23 June, 2006 ** PDF
    69. Siddiqi A., de Weck O., “Spare Parts Requirements for Space Missions with Reconfigurability and Commonality”, AIAA-2006-5645, 9th International Conference on Space Operations, SpaceOps 2006, Rome, Italy, 19 - 23 June, 2006 ** PDF
    70. Shull S., Gralla E., Silver M., Li X., de Weck O., “Logistics Information Systems for Human Space Exploration”, AIAA-2006-5733, 9th International Conference on Space Operations, SpaceOps 2006, Rome, Italy, 19 - 23 June, 2006 ** PDF
    71. Gralla E., Shull E., Silver M., Ahn J., Siddiqi A., de Weck O., “Remote Terrestrial Sites as Operational/Logistics Analogs for Moon/Mars Bases: The Haughton Mars Project”, AIAA-2006-5659, 9th International Conference on Space Operations, SpaceOps 2006, Rome, Italy, 19 - 23 June, 2006 ** PDF
    72. Taylor C., Song M., Klabjan D., de Weck O., and Simchi-Levi D., “Modeling Interplanetary Logistics: A Mathematical Model for Mission Planning”, AIAA-2006-5735, 9th International Conference on Space Operations, SpaceOps 2006, Rome, Italy, 19 - 23 June, 2006** PDF
    73. Bounova G., de Weck O., “Augmented Network Model for Engineering System Design”, International Conference on Complex Systems 2006 (ICCS2006), The New England Complex Systems Institute (NECSI), Boston, MA, USA June 25-30, 2006 PDF
    74. Boppana K., Chow S., de Weck O., LaFon C., Lekkakos S. D., Lyneis J., Rinaldi M., Wang Z., Wheeler P., Zborovskiy M., “Can Models Capture the Complexity of the Systems Engineering Process?”, International Conference on Complex Systems 2006 (ICCS2006), The New England Complex Systems Institute (NECSI), Boston, MA, USA June 25-30, 2006 PDF
    75. Kalligeros K., de Weck O., de Neufville R., Luckins A., “Platform Identification using Design Structure Matrices”, Sixteenth Annual International Symposium of the International Council On Systems Engineering (INCOSE), Orlando, Florida, 8 - 14 July 2006** PDF
    76. C. Taylor, M. Song, D. Klabjan, O. de Weck, D. Simchi-Levi, “A Mathematical Model for Interplanetary Logistics.” SOLE 2006, Dallas, TX, Aug 15-17 2006.
    77. Silver M.,  and de Weck O., “Time-Expanded Decision Network Methodology for Designing Evolvable Systems”, AIAA-2006-6964, 11th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Portsmouth, Virginia, 6 - 8 Sep 2006
    78. Graff C., de Weck O., “A Modular State-Vector Based Modeling Architecture for Diesel Exhaust System Design, Analysis and Optimization”, AIAA-2006-7068, 11th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Portsmouth, Virginia, 6 - 8 Sep 2006
    79. de Weck O. L., “A Systems Approach to Mass Budget Management”, AIAA-2006-7055, 11th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, Portsmouth, Virginia, 6 - 8 Sep 2006
    80. de Weck O.L., Suh E.S., “Flexible Product Platforms: Framework and Case Study”, DETC2006-99163, Proceedings of IDETC/CIE 2006 ASME 2006 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, September 10-13, 2006, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA **
    81. Simpson T., Marion T., de Weck O., Holtta-Otto K., Kokkolaras M., and Shooter S., “Platform-based Design and Development: Current Trends and Needs in Industry”, DETC2006-99-229, Proceedings of IDETC/CIE 2006 ASME 2006 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, September 10-13, 2006, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA
    82. Gralla E., Shull S., Lee G., Shishko R., and de Weck O.L., “A Modeling Framework for Interplanetary Supply Chains”, AIAA-2006-7229, Space 2006, San Jose, California, Sept. 19-21, 2006**
    83. Shull S., Gralla E., de Weck O., Siddiqi A., Shishko R., “The Future of Asset Management for Human Space Exploration: Supply Classification and an Interplanetary Supply Chain Management Database”, AIAA-2006-7232, Space 2006, San Jose, California, Sept. 19-21, 2006**
    84. Galluzzi M., Zapata E., Steele M., de Weck O., “Foundations of Supply Chain Management for Space Applications”, AIAA-2006-7234, Space 2006, San Jose, California, Sept. 19-21, 2006
    85. Shull S., Gralla E., Armar N., de Weck O., “An Integrated Modeling Tool for Sustainable Space Exploration”, IAC-06-D3.3.1, International Astronautical Congress 2006, IAC 2006, Valencia, Spain, Oct. 2-6, 2006
    86. Bounova G., de Weck O., “Space Transportation Network Model for Rapid Lunar Architectures Exploration”, International Astronautical Congress 2006, IAC 2006, Valencia, Spain, Oct. 2-6, 2006
    87. Siddiqi A., de Weck O., “Self-Similar Modular Architectures for Reconfigurable Space Systems”, IAC-06-D1.4.3, International Astronautical Congress 2006, IAC 2006, Valencia, Spain, Oct. 2-6, 2006
    88. Taylor C., de Weck O., Klabjan D., “Integrated Transportation System Design for Space Exploration Logistics”, IAC-06-D1.3.08, International Astronautical Congress 2006, IAC 2006, Valencia, Spain, Oct. 2-6, 2006
    89. Bairstow B., de Weck O., Sobieski J., “Analysis of Integration of System-Level Optimization in Concurrent Engineering”, AIAA-2007-1879, 3rd AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii, April 23-26, 2007
    90. Agte J., Arendson P., de Weck O., Morris A., Sobieski J., Spieck M., “State-of-the-Art and Future Trends in Multidisciplinary Design Optimization”, AIAA-2007-1905, 3rd AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii, April 23-26, 2007
    91. Howell D., de Weck O. L., Miller D. W., “Fidelity Assessment of Spacecraft Structural Models using the Spatial Nyquist Criterion”, AIAA-2007-2182, 3rd AIAA Multidisciplinary Design Optimization Specialist Conference, Honolulu, Hawaii, April 23-26, 200
    92. Ahn J., de Weck O., “Vehicle Routing Problem with Profits under Collective Resource Constraints”, WCMSO7-A125, 7th World Congress on Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, Seoul, Korea, May 21-25, 2007
    93. Choi H.L., Hong S., Jun M., de Weck O., “Platform-based Optimal Design of Planetary Campers”, WCSMO7-A173, 7th World Congress on Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, Seoul, Korea, May 21-25, 2007
    94. Silver M., de Weck O., “Time-Expanded Decision Networks: A Framework for Designing Evolvable Complex Systems”, 17th International Symposium of the International Council on Systems Engineering, INCOSE 2007, San Diego, California, June 24-28, 2007
    95. de Weck O.L., Eckert C., “A Classification of Uncertainty for Early Product and System Design”, ICED-2007-1999, 16th International Conference on Engineering Design, Paris, France, August 28-31, 2007
    96. Holtta-Otto K., de Weck O.L., "Metrics for Assessing Coupling Density and Modularity in Complex Products and Systems", ASME 2007 Design Engineering Technical Conferences, DETC2007-34871, Las Vegas, NV, September 4-7, 2007
    97. Ferguson S., Siddiqi A., Lewis K., de Weck O., “Flexible and Reconfigurable Systems: Nomenclature and Review”, DETC2007-35745, ASME 2007 Design Engineering Technical Conferences, DETC2007-34871, Las Vegas, NV, September 4-7, 2007
    98. Giffin M., de Weck O., Bounova G., Keller R., Eckert C., Clarkson J., “Change Propagation Analysis in Complex Technical Systems”, DETC2007-34652, ASME 2007 Design Engineering Technical Conferences, DETC2007-34871, Las Vegas, NV, September 4-7, 2007
    99. Shull S., de Weck O. L., “Modeling and Simulation of Lunar Campaign Logistics”, Space 2007, Long Beach, California, September 18-20, 200
    100. Fong A., Hofstetter W., Hong S., Judnick D., McCloskey S., Mellein J., de Weck O. L., Hoffman J., Crawley E., “Architecture and Design of a Planetary Surface Mobility System Platform for Human Space Exploration”, AIAA-2007-6158, Space 2007, Long Beach, California, September 18-20, 2007
    101. Shull S., de Weck O.L., “Modeling and Simulation of Lunar Campaign Logistics”, AIAA-2007-6244, Space 2007, Long Beach, California, September 18-20, 2007
    102. Taylor C., de Weck O.L., “Coupled Vehicle Design and Network Flow Optimization for Air Transportation Systems”, AIAA-2007-7710, 7th AIAA Aviation Technology, Integration and Operations Conference (ATIO), Belfast, Northern Ireland, September 18-20, 2007
    103. Hofstetter WK, Wooster PD, de Weck OL, Crawley EF (2007) The System Overlap Matrix – A Method and Tool for the Systematic Identification of Commonality Opportunities in Complex Technical Systems, 9th International Design Structure Matrix Conference, DSM’07 16–18 October 2007, Munich, Germany
    104. Howell D., de Weck O.L., Miller D.W., “Spatial Nyquist Fidelity Method for Structural Models of Opto-Mechanical Systems”, Paper 7017-74, SPIE Astronomical Telescopes and Instrumentation Conference, Marseille, France, June 23 – 28, 2008
    105. Suh E.S., Furst M.R., Mihalyov K.J., de Weck O.L., “Technology Infusion: An Assessment Framework and Case Study”, DETC2008-49860, Proceedings of IDETC/CIE 2008, ASME 2008 International Design Engineering Technical Conference & Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, New York, New York, USA, August 3-6, 2008
    106. Guest AN, Hofstetter WK, Cunio PM, Hoffman JA, de Weck OL, Crawley EF (2008) The Use of Small Logistics Containers for Crewed Lunar Exploration Campaigns, AIAA Space 2008, San Diego, California, September 9-11, 2008
    107. Siddiqi A., Shull S., de Weck O., “Matrix Methods Analysis of International Space Station Logistics” AIAA-2008-7605, AIAA Space 2008, San Diego, California, September 9-11, 2008.

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    4.  Other Major Publications

    1. de Weck O., “Dynamics and Controls Modeling and Analysis Toolbox (DOCS) for Space-Based Observatories”, Proceedings of the ESO/NOVA International Interferometry Summer School, Leiden, The Netherlands, September 18-22, 2000. PDF
    2. Crawley E., de Weck O., “System Architecture – An Overview and Agenda”, Air Force Office of  Sponsored Research (AFOSR) Workshop on System Architecture, Arlington, VA, January 28, 2002. PDF
    3. de Weck, O.L., “Isoperformance - An Alternative Design Methodology for Engineering Systems”, 2002 M.I.T. ESD Internal Symposium, ESD-WP-2003-01.22,University Park Hotel, Cambridge, MA, May 29-31, 2002. PDF
    4. Magee C. L., de Weck O.  L., “An Attempt at Complex System Classification”, 2002 M.I.T.  ESD Symposium, ESD-WP-2003-01.02, University Park Hotel, Cambridge, MA, May 29-31, 2002. PDF
    5. Edward Crawley, Olivier de Weck, Steven Eppinger, Christopher Magee, Joel Moses, Warren Seering, Joel Schindall, David Wallace, Daniel Whitney (Chair)., “The Influence of Architecture in Engineering Systems”, Monograph, 1st Engineering Systems Symposium, M.I.T., March 29-31, 2004. PDF
    6. Richard de Neufville, Olivier de Weck, Daniel Frey, Daniel Hastings, Richard Larson, David Simchi-Levi, Kenneth Oye, Annalisa Weigel, Roy Welsch, et al, “Uncertainty Management for Engineering Systems Planning and Design”, Monograph, 1st Engineering Systems Symposium, M.I.T., March 29-31, 2004. PDF
    7. de Weck O.L., Simchi-Levi D., “Haughton-Mars Project Expedition 2005”, Final Report, NASA/TP-2006-214196, January 2006 PDF
    8. de Weck O.L., Evans W., Parrish J., James, S.R., NASA Space Exploration Logistics Workshop Proceedings, Washington D.C., January 17-18, 2006, NASA-CP-2006-214202, April 2006 PDF
    9. Evans W., de Weck O., Laufer D., Shull S., “Logistics Lessons Learned in NASA Space Flight”, NASA/TP-2006-214203, May 2006
    10. de Weck O.L., Simchi-Levi D., Shishko R., Ahn J., Gralla E., Klabjan D., Mellein J., Shull A., Siddiqi A., Bairstow B, Lee G., “SpaceNet v1.3 User’s Guide”, NASA/TP-2007-214725, January 2007

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2009 MIT Strategic Engineering Research Group: Olivier L. de Weck