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Topics: Design , Hydrostatics , Kinematics , Piezoelectric transducers , Stress , Actuators , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Mechatronics , Sensors , Bearings

The Increase of the Dynamic and Static Stiffness of a Grinding Machine

Marc Simnofske, Ju¨rgen Hesselbach

IDETC-CIE 2006; 23-30doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99740

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Topics: Grinding equipment , Stiffness

Compliant Mechanisms

Analysis of Three Degree of Freedom 6×6 Tensegrity Platform

Antoin Baker, Carl D. Crane, III

IDETC-CIE 2006; 31-37doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99041

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Tensegrity , Tensegrity structures , Compression , Parallel mechanisms , Springs , Tension

Evaluating the Flexural Stiffness of Compliant Hinges Made With Close-Wound Helical Springs

Fabrizio Lotti, Andrea Zucchelli, Barbara Reggiani, Gabriele Vassura

IDETC-CIE 2006; 39-53doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99042

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Topics: Hinges , Springs , Stiffness , Design , Finite element analysis , Deflection , Displacement , Humanoid robots , Robotics

An Introduction to the Analysis of Linkage-Driven Compliant Underactuated Fingers

Lionel Birglen

IDETC-CIE 2006; 55-63doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99048

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Topics: Linkages , Design , Mechanical admittance , Engineering prototypes , Theoretical analysis

Modeling Compliant Parallel Robots

Annika Raatz, Frank Trauden, Ju¨rgen Hesselbach

IDETC-CIE 2006; 65-76doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99190

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Dynamic models , Hinges , Kinematics , Modeling , Robots , Bearings , Compliant mechanisms , Control algorithms , Deformation

Synthesis of Adaptive and Controllable Compliant Systems With Embedded Actuators and Sensors

Brian P. Trease, Sridhar Kota

IDETC-CIE 2006; 77-89doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99266

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Topics: Actuators , Sensors , Design , Topology , Optimization , Adaptive structures , Aircraft , Compliant mechanisms , Energy efficiency , Finite element analysis

On Optimal Design of Compliant Mechanisms for Specified Nonlinear Path Using Curved Frame Elements and Genetic Algorithm

Ashok Rai, Anupam Saxena, Nilesh D. Mankame, Chandra Shekhar Upadhyay

IDETC-CIE 2006; 91-100doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99298

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Topology , Arches , Elastic moduli , Euler-Bernoulli beam theory , Shape optimization , Shapes

Dynamic and Input Tuning Analysis of a Piezodriven 3-DOF Micro-Positioning Stage Utilizing Flexure Hinges

Xianmin Zhang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 101-107doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99344

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Hinges , Couplings , Damping , Dynamic analysis , Equations of motion , Simulation results , Stiffness , Vibration

An Objective Evaluation of Displacement-Amplifying Compliant Mechanisms for Sensor Applications

Girish Krishnan, G. K. Ananthasuresh

IDETC-CIE 2006; 109-118doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99345

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Displacement , Sensors , Stiffness , Case studies , Accelerometers , Actuators , Displacement measurement , Failure , Force sensors

Design of Sub-Centimetre Underactuated Compliant Grippers

Eric Boudreault, Cle´ment M. Gosselin

IDETC-CIE 2006; 119-127doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99415

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Topics: Design , Grippers , Deformation , Engineering prototypes , Hinges , Linkages

Design of Compliant Mechanisms for Minimizing Input Power in Dynamic Applications

Tanakorn Tantanawat, Sridhar Kota

IDETC-CIE 2006; 129-141doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99430

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design

Hinged Beam Elements for the Topology Design of Compliant Mechanisms Using the Ground Structure Approach

Deepak S. Ramrkahyani, Mary I. Frecker, George A. Lesieutre

IDETC-CIE 2006; 143-149doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99439

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Design , Topology , Hinges , Trusses (Building) , Optimization

Bistable Compliant Four-Bar Mechanisms With a Single Torsional Spring

Adarsh Mavanthoor, Ashok Midha

IDETC-CIE 2006; 151-157doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99453

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Topics: Springs , Compliant mechanisms , Design , Finite element analysis , Equilibrium (Physics) , Simulation

Investigation of Compliant Ortho-Planar Springs for Rotational Applications

Nathan O. Rasmussen, Robert H. Todd, Larry L. Howell, Spencer P. Magleby

IDETC-CIE 2006; 159-171doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99459

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Topics: Springs , Stress , Design , Buckling , Rotation , Rubber , V-belts

Pseudo-Rigid-Body Model Chain Algorithm: Part 1 — Introduction and Concept Development

Joby Pauly, Ashok Midha

IDETC-CIE 2006; 173-181doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99460

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Topics: Algorithms , Chain , Design , Compliant mechanisms , Boundary-value problems , Geometry , Stress , Construction , Deflection , Deformation

Pseudo-Rigid-Body Model Chain Algorithm: Part 2 — Equivalent Representations for Combined Load Boundary Conditions

Joby Pauly, Ashok Midha

IDETC-CIE 2006; 183-190doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99463

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Topics: Algorithms , Boundary-value problems , Chain , Stress , Deformation , Design , Approximation , Compliant mechanisms , Kinematics , Modeling

A 3D Pseudo-Rigid-Body Model for Large Spatial Deflections of Rectangular Cantilever Beams

Nathan O. Rasmussen, Jonathan W. Wittwer, Robert H. Todd, Larry L. Howell, Spencer P. Magleby

IDETC-CIE 2006; 191-198doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99465

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Topics: Cantilever beams , Deflection , Compliant mechanisms , Design , Cross section (Physics) , Errors , Stress

Towards Uniformly Distributed Compliance in Compliant Mechanisms: A Multi-Objective Approach

Stephen L. Canfield, Daniel L. Chlarson, Alexander Shibakov, Patrick V. Hull

IDETC-CIE 2006; 199-207doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99601

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Finite element analysis , Topology

Conceptual Synthesis of Compliance at a Single Point

Charles Kim, Yong-Mo Moon, Sridhar Kota

IDETC-CIE 2006; 209-219doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99639

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Topics: Blocks (Building materials) , Compliant mechanisms , Design , Geometry , Kinematics , Manufacturing , Optimization

Generalized Synthesis of Nonlinear Springs for Prescribed Load-Displacement Functions

Christine M. Vehar, Sridhar Kota

IDETC-CIE 2006; 221-230doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99657

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Topics: Displacement , Optimization , Springs , Stress

An Automated Design Synthesis Method for Compliant Mechanisms With Application to Morphing Wings

Hongqing Vincent Wang, David W. Rosen

IDETC-CIE 2006; 231-239doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99661

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Topics: Airfoils , Compliant mechanisms , Design , Wings

A Flexible-Link Model for Compliant Member Synthesis

Ahmad Smaili, Mazen Hassanieh

IDETC-CIE 2006; 241-250doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99715

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Deformation , Design , Errors , Integral equations , Optimization algorithms

Elastic Averaging in Flexure Mechanisms: A Muliti-Beam Parallelogram Flexure Case-Study

Shorya Awtar, Edip Sevincer

IDETC-CIE 2006; 251-257doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99752

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Case studies , Flexure mechanisms , Manufacturing , Design , Errors , Kinematics , Mechanical admittance , Stiffness , Stress

Education in Mechanisms and Robotics

How to Draw Euler Angles and Utilize Euler Parameters

A. L. Schwab, J. P. Meijaard

IDETC-CIE 2006; 259-265doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99307

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Topics: Algebra , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Kinematics , Rotation

History of Mechanisms and Robotics

IGM-Mechanism Encyclopaedia and the Digital Mechanism Library as a Knowledge Base in Mechanism Theory

Burkhard Corves, Ju¨rgen Niemeyer, Johannes Kloppenburg

IDETC-CIE 2006; 267-273doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99059

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Topics: Arches , Computer software , Economics , Glass , Industrial sewing machines , Information retrieval , Internet , Kinematics , Machine dynamics , Machinery

The Development of Ancient Earthquake Instruments

Hong-Sen Yan, Kuo-Hung Hsiao

IDETC-CIE 2006; 275-279doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99107

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Topics: Earthquakes , Instrumentation , China , Design , Machinery , Pendulums

Presentation of the Lifework of Kurt Hain: Pioneer of Applied Kinematics in Germany

Hanfried Kerle, Torsten Brix, Karl-Heinz Modler

IDETC-CIE 2006; 281-290doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99116

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Topics: Kinematics , Mechanical engineers

Burmester and Allievi: A Theory and Its Application for Mechanism Design at the End of 19th Century

Marco Ceccarelli, Teun Koetsier

IDETC-CIE 2006; 291-300doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99165

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Topics: Design , Kinematics , Machinery , Stress

Agustin Betancourt: An Early Modern Scientist and Engineer in TMM

Olga Erogova, Marco Ceccarelli, Juan Ignacio Cuadrado Iglesias, Carlos S. Lopez-Cajun, Vladimir E. Pavlov

IDETC-CIE 2006; 301-310doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99198

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Topics: Engineers

History of Mechanisms: The Odometer of the Mormon Trail

Larry L. Howell

IDETC-CIE 2006; 311-323doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99604

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Topics: Design , Gears

Mechanism Synthesis, Components and Applications

Two Novel Spherical 3-DOF Parallel Manipulators With Circular Prismatic Pairs

Qinchuan Li, Qiaohong Chen, Chuanyu Wu, Xudong Hu

IDETC-CIE 2006; 325-328doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99038

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Topics: Manipulators , Parallel mechanisms , Degrees of freedom , Mechanical admittance , Screws

Geometric Width Control in Topology Optimization Using Level Set Method and a Quadratic Energy Functional

Shikui Chen, Michael Yu Wang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 329-338doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99081

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Topics: Optimization , Topology , Compliant mechanisms , Geometry , Strips

SphinxCAM-Pro|E: Computer-Aided Modeling and Manufacturing of Spherical Mechanisms Via the Web

Pierre M. Larochelle, Jason M. Schuler, John S. Ketchel

IDETC-CIE 2006; 339-347doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99103

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Topics: Computer-aided engineering , Manufacturing , Modeling , Computer-aided design , Simulation , Computer software , Design , Degrees of freedom , Geometric modeling , Kinematics

A General Formula of Degree-of-Freedom for Parallel Manipulators and Its Application

Ting-Li Yang, Dong-Jin Sun

IDETC-CIE 2006; 349-358doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99129

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Manipulators , Parallel mechanisms , Dimensions , Mechanical admittance

A Study of the Duality Between Epicyclic Gear Trains and Beam Systems

Gordon P. Pennock, Jeremiah J. Alwerdt

IDETC-CIE 2006; 359-370doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99156

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Topics: Gear trains , Kinematics , Planetary gears , Statics , Trains

An Experimental Comparative Study on Non-Circular Gears and CAM Transmissions for a Blood Pumping System

Erika Ottaviano, Chiara Lanni, Cristina Tavolieri, Domenico Mundo, Guido Danieli, Pietro Fanghella, Marco Ceccarelli

IDETC-CIE 2006; 371-380doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99166

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Topics: Blood , Gears , Cams , Mechanical drives , Design , Polynomials

Function Generation With Finitely-Separated Precision Points Using Geometric Constraint Programming

Edward C. Kinzel, James P. Schmiedeler, Gordon R. Pennock

IDETC-CIE 2006; 381-390doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99206

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Topics: Computer programming , Computer-aided design , Kinematics

Optimal Linkage Design for Bicycle Power Transmission Using Symmetric Four-Bar

Carl A. Nelson

IDETC-CIE 2006; 391-397doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99207

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Topics: Bicycles , Design , Linkages

Ultimate and Practical Limits for Counterweight Balancing of Six-Bar Linkages

Bram Demeulenaere, Jan Swevers, Joris De Schutter

IDETC-CIE 2006; 399-411doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99219

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Topics: Linkages , Optimization , Tradeoffs

Synthesis of Variable Topology Bar Linkage Mechanisms

Chitta Amarnath

IDETC-CIE 2006; 413-418doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99263

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Topics: Linkages , Topology , Circuit breakers , Degrees of freedom

Designing Synchronous Belt Transmissions With Variable Velocity Ratio

Carlo Innocenti, Davide Paganelli

IDETC-CIE 2006; 419-427doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99353

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Topics: Design , Pulleys , Timing belts

Synthesis of Planar, Shape-Changing Rigid-Body Mechanisms

Brian M. Korte, Andrew P. Murray, James P. Schmiedeler

IDETC-CIE 2006; 429-438doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99431

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Topics: Rigid-body mechanisms , Shapes , Approximation , Chain , Degrees of freedom , Displacement , Geometry , Linkages

On Design and Performance of Internal Epitrochoidal Pumps

Giovanni Mimmi, Giovanni Bonandrini

IDETC-CIE 2006; 439-446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99487

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Topics: Design , Pumps , Rotors , Geometry , Machinery , Biomedicine , Construction , Shapes

Low-Friction Rolling-Element Gear Profile Generation Using Instant Centers and Equivalent Four-Bar Linkage

Carl A. Nelson, Wieslaw M. Szydlowski, J. Conrad Vogel

IDETC-CIE 2006; 447-452doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99555

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Topics: Friction , Gears , Linkages

Spreadsheet-Based Design and Analysis of Mechanisms

Kabileshkumar G. Cheetancheri, Harry H. Cheng

IDETC-CIE 2006; 453-462doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99576

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Topics: Design , Dynamic analysis , Internet , Kinematics , Linkages

CAM Size Optimization Based on a Fatigue Life Model

Mwafak M. Shakoor, Muhammad Ali, Abir Qamhiyah, Don R. Flugrad

IDETC-CIE 2006; 463-468doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99598

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Topics: Fatigue life , Optimization , Risk , Rollers , Computer software , Design , Displacement , Endurance limit , Polynomials , Stress

The Operation and Kinematic Analysis of a Novel CAM-Based Infinitely Variable Transmission

Derek F. Lahr, Dennis W. Hong

IDETC-CIE 2006; 469-474doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99634

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Topics: Equations of motion , Gears , Indexing (Machining) , Kinematic analysis

Generation of Globoidal Cam Surfaces With Conical Roller-Followers

Der-Min Tsay, Sheng-Yang Lin

IDETC-CIE 2006; 475-482doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99683

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Topics: Rollers , Geometry , Grinding , Machining , Milling , Screws

Analysis and Optimum Synthesis of Planar Mechanisms With Clearances and Tolerances Using Interval Analysis

Nadim Diab, Ahmad Smaili

IDETC-CIE 2006; 483-493doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99713

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Topics: Design , Errors , Optimization , Trajectories (Physics)

Stackable 5R Chains With Multiple End-Effectors: Architecture and Optimum Synthesis

Ahmad Smaili, Bachir Chaaya

IDETC-CIE 2006; 495-499doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99717

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Topics: Chain , End effectors , Genetic algorithms

Design of a Statically Balanced Tensegrity Mechanism

Mark Schenk, Just L. Herder, Simon D. Guest

IDETC-CIE 2006; 501-511doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99727

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Topics: Design , Tensegrity mechanisms , Tensegrity structures , Engineering prototypes , Equilibrium (Physics)

Mechanics of the Whole Skin Locomotion Mechanism Concentric Solid Tube Model: The Effects of Geometry and Friction on the Efficiency and Force Transmission Characteristics

Mark Ingram, Dennis Hong

IDETC-CIE 2006; 513-518doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99750

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Topics: Friction , Geometry , Skin , Actuators , Composite materials , Mobile robots , Propulsion , Tension

Mechanisms for In-Space Applications

A Kinematic Theory for Planar Hoberman and Other Novel Foldable Mechanisms

Jiten Patel, G. K. Ananthasuresh

IDETC-CIE 2006; 519-527doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99350

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Topics: Kinematics , Linkages , Design , Algebra , Blocks (Building materials) , Preservation , Shapes

Dynamic Testing and Model Validation of a Capture Mechanism for Rendezvous Between a Space Tether and Payload

Stephen L. Canfield, Marshall A. Norris, Seth V. Knight, Kirk F. Sorensen

IDETC-CIE 2006; 529-538doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99594

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Topics: Design , Dynamic models , Dynamic testing (Engineering) , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electric motors , Engineering prototypes , Magnetic fields , Manufacturing , Model validation

Medical Devices and Their Applications in Rehabilitation and Surgery

Extraction of Load Information From Photoelastic Images Using Neural Networks

Venketesh N. Dubey, Gurtej S. Grewal, Denzil J. Claremont

IDETC-CIE 2006; 539-545doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99067

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Stress

Design and Development of Two Concepts for a 4 DOF Portable Haptic Interface With Active and Passive Multi-Point Force Feedback for the Index Finger

Mark J. Lelieveld, Takashi Maeno, Tetsuo Tomiyama

IDETC-CIE 2006; 547-556doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99111

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Topics: Design , Force feedback , Haptics , End effectors , Brakes , Degrees of freedom , Design methodology , Linkages , Springs , Torque

Design of a 1.0mm Multifunctional Forceps-Scissors Instrument for Minimally Invasive Surgery

Milton E. Aguirre, Mary Frecker

IDETC-CIE 2006; 557-563doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99446

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Topics: Design , Instrumentation , Surgery , Compliant mechanisms , Finite element analysis , Optimization , Cantilever beams , Cutting , Deflection , Deformation

Design and Fabrication of an Elastic Knee Orthosis: Preliminary Results

Michael S. Cherry, Dave J. Choi, Kevin J. Deng, Sridhar Kota, Daniel P. Ferris

IDETC-CIE 2006; 565-573doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99622

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Topics: Design , Knee , Manufacturing , Orthotics , Springs , Stiffness , Bracing (Construction) , Exoskeleton devices , Neuromuscular stimulation , Biomechanics

Dynamic Pace Controller for the Robotic Gait Trainer

Jeffrey A. Ward, Joseph Hitt, Thomas Sugar, Kartik Bharadwaj

IDETC-CIE 2006; 575-581doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99733

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Topics: Control equipment , Robotics , Robots , Artificial neural networks , Cycles , Design , Matlab , Mechanical admittance , Patient treatment

Design of Dissipative and Stable Assist Robots

Sunil K. Agrawal, Ji-Chul Ryu

IDETC-CIE 2006; 583-589doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99734

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Topics: Design , Robots , Actuators , Equations of motion , Inertia (Mechanics) , Manipulators , Simulation , Stability

Energy-Free Adjustment of Gravity Equilibrators With Application in a Mobile Arm Support

Wouter D. van Dorsser, Rogier Barents, Boudewijn M. Wisse, Just L. Herder

IDETC-CIE 2006; 591-599doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99745

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Topics: Gravity (Force) , Springs , Design , Dimensions , Diseases , Linkages , Muscle , Potential energy

Micro and Nano-Scale Electromechanical Systems

Improved Molecular Model of a Peptide Unit for Proteins

Raghavendran Subramanian, Kazem Kazerounian

IDETC-CIE 2006; 601-613doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99315

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Topics: Proteins , Chain , Atoms , Errors , Optimization , Torsion , X-ray diffraction

Design Analysis and Precision Control for a Piezo-Driven Planar Platform

Yung Ting, Chun-Chung Li, Ho-Chin Jar, Jeng-Lin Huang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 615-622doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99363

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Topics: Actuators , Bending (Stress) , Composite materials , Control equipment , Design , Feedback , Feedforward control , Genetic algorithms , Hinges , Nanoscale phenomena

Topology Optimization of Electrostatically Actuated Micromechanical Structures With Accurate Electrostatic Modeling of the Interpolated Material Model

Aravind Alwan, G. K. Ananthasuresh

IDETC-CIE 2006; 623-628doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99684

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Topics: Modeling , Optimization , Topology , Boundary-value problems , Capacitors , Design , Interpolation , Leakage

Design and Modeling of a Peptide Based NanoTweezer

Gaurav Sharma, Kaushal Rege, Constantinos Mavroidis, Martin L. Yarmush

IDETC-CIE 2006; 629-634doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99701

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Architecture , Chain , Deflection , Molecular dynamics

Multi-Body Dynamics of Machines Modeling, Control and Applications

Modelling of a Flexible Quadrirotor Helicopter

Alexis Mouhingou, Naoufel Azouz

IDETC-CIE 2006; 635-644doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99001

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Topics: Modeling , Multibody systems

Simulation Research on Dynamics of Belt Conveyor System

Weigang Song, Bangchun Wen, Huijuan Liu

IDETC-CIE 2006; 645-654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99024

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Topics: Belt conveyor systems , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Simulation , Conveyor belts , Design , Computer software , Dynamic analysis , Computational methods , Computer simulation , Finite element model

Design of a Dual Piezoelectric Controlled Electrohydraulic Actuator

W. Michael Axtell, David N. Rocheleau

IDETC-CIE 2006; 655-665doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99060

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Pistons , Displacement , Engineering prototypes , Matlab , Testing , Engines , Modeling , Valves

Modeling of Electrodynamic Suspension Systems

Nam Ho Kim, Long Ge

IDETC-CIE 2006; 667-676doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99122

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Topics: Damping , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Dynamic models , Magnetic levitation , Modeling , Optimization , Stability , Suspension systems , Vehicles

A Contact Force Solution for Non-Colliding Contact Dynamics Simulation

Inna Sharf, Yuning Zhang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 677-687doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99139

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Topics: Contact dynamics , Simulation , Wedges , Contact mechanics , Biomechanics , Deformation , Displacement , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Friction , Geometry

Counterweight Balancing for Reducing Machine Frame Vibration: A Convex Optimization Framework

Myriam Verschuure, Bram Demeulenaere, Jan Swevers, Joris De Schutter

IDETC-CIE 2006; 689-697doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99167

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Topics: Machinery , Optimization , Vibration , Kinetic energy , Linkages

Variation Analysis of a Two Link Planar Manipulator Using Polynomial Chaos Theory

Philip A. Voglewede, Antonello Monti

IDETC-CIE 2006; 699-707doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99170

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Topics: Chaos theory , Manipulators , Polynomials , Dynamic analysis , Manufacturing

A Characterization of Cam Transmissions Through an Identification of Lumped Parameters

Giuseppe Carbone, Chiara Lanni, Marco Ceccarelli, Giovanni Incerti, Monica Tiboni

IDETC-CIE 2006; 709-718doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99218

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Topics: Cams , Damping , Stiffness , Testing

Finite Element Modeling of Coupled Flexible Multibody Dynamics and Liquid Sloshing

Tamer M. Wasfy

IDETC-CIE 2006; 719-727doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99243

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Modeling , Multibody dynamics , Sloshing , Fluids , Finite element model , Actuators , Algorithms , Computer simulation , Deformation

Dynamic Analysis of a Four-Span Rotor System With Nonlinear Oil-Films

Qingkai Han, Li Wang, Hongliang Yao, Zhaohui Ren, Bangchun Wen

IDETC-CIE 2006; 729-733doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99258

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Topics: Bifurcation , Dynamic analysis , Rotors

Enhancement of the Vehicle Suspension Performance Using Motion-Doubling Linkage Mechanisms

Jahangir Rastegar, Kavous Jorabchi, Hee J. Park

IDETC-CIE 2006; 735-740doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99504

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Topics: Linkages , Suspension systems , Vehicles , Computer simulation , Construction , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Rotation , Tires

RoboTrikke: Design, Modeling and Experimentation With a Robotic Trikke

Sachin Chitta, Mustafa Karabas, Kevin C. Galloway, Vijay Kumar

IDETC-CIE 2006; 741-748doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99602

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Topics: Design , Modeling , Robotics , Manufacturing , Shapes , Simulation , Steering wheels

Structural Dynamics and System Identification of Parallel Kinematic Machines

Gloria J. Wiens, David S. Hardage

IDETC-CIE 2006; 749-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99671

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Topics: Kinematics , Machinery , Structural dynamics , Machine tools , Machine design , Machining , Modeling , Vibration

Reduction of Induced Vibration Using Motion-Doubling Linkage Mechanisms

J. Rastegar, J. Zhang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 759-764doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99704

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Topics: Linkages , Vibration , Torque , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Excitation , Machinery , Rotation

Dynamic Model Verification Process for a Rotating, Elastic In-Space Tether

Kalyan K. Mankala, Sunil K. Agrawal, Stephen L. Canfield, John Peddieson

IDETC-CIE 2006; 765-776doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99746

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Topics: Dynamic models , Dynamic response , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Propellants , Thrust

Robotics Applications

Cable-Suspended Robotic Contour Crafting System

Paul Bosscher, Robert L. Williams, II, L. Sebastian Bryson, Daniel Castro-Lacouture

IDETC-CIE 2006; 777-785doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99016

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Topics: Cables , Concretes , Extruding , Robotics , Robots

Self-Adjustable Docking Mechanism With Passive Linkage for Mobile Robot

Hyun Do Choi, Kung Wun Lee, Chun-Kyu Woo, Ho Seon Rew, Soo Hyun Kim, Yoon Keun Kwak

IDETC-CIE 2006; 787-793doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99054

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Topics: Linkages , Mobile robots , Errors , Robots , Sensors , Actuators , Algorithms , Batteries , Inspection , Military systems

A Six Degree-of-Freedom Haptic Device Based on the Orthoglide and a Hybrid Agile Eye

Damien Chablat, Philippe Wenger

IDETC-CIE 2006; 795-802doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99065

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Topics: Degrees of freedom , Haptics , Kinematics , Motors , Rotation , Design , End effectors , Manufacturing , Parallel mechanisms , Real-time control

Synthesis of a Compensated Kick Pattern for Humanoid Robots Using Conservation Laws

Ali Meghdari, Seyed Hossein Tamaddoni, Farid Jafari

IDETC-CIE 2006; 803-810doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99121

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Topics: Humanoid robots , Angular momentum , Computer simulation , Conservation laws (Physics) , Trajectories (Physics)

Motion Characteristics of a Square Wheel Car

Stephen J. Derby, Kurt Anderson, Steven Winckler, Jason Winckler

IDETC-CIE 2006; 811-816doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99140

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Topics: Wheels , Engineering prototypes , Engines , Locomotives , Motors , Weight (Mass) , Dynamic modeling , Inventions , Microelectromechanical systems , Patents

Three-Cable Haptic Interface

Robert L. Williams, II, Venkat Chadaram, Federica Giacometti

IDETC-CIE 2006; 817-824doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99177

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Topics: Cables , Haptics

Design and Verification of an Adaptive Control Algorithm for a Redundantly Actuated Omnidirectional Mobile Platform

Young-Chul Lee, Danny V. Lee, Jae H. Chung, Steven A. Velinsky

IDETC-CIE 2006; 825-832doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99180

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Topics: Adaptive control , Algorithms , Design , Wheels , Construction , Control equipment , Dynamic models , Highways , Maintenance , Manipulators

A Parallelogram-Based Parallel Manipulator For Scho¨nflies Motion

Oscar Salgado, Oscar Altuzarra, Enrique Amezua, Alfonso Herna´ndez

IDETC-CIE 2006; 833-842doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99197

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Topics: Manipulators , Degrees of freedom , End effectors , Engineering prototypes , Kinematic analysis , Kinematic chains , Resolution (Optics) , Stiffness

Development of a Blanket Manipulation Tool for Satellite Servicing

Thierry Laliberte´, Cle´ment M. Gosselin

IDETC-CIE 2006; 843-850doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99204

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Topics: Satellites , Robotics , Design , Design engineering , Engineering prototypes , Grasping , Rapid prototyping

Kinematic Sensitivity of a Very Large Cable-Driven Parallel Mechanism

Samuel Bouchard, Cle´ment M. Gosselin

IDETC-CIE 2006; 851-858doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99222

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Topics: Cables , Kinematics , Parallel mechanisms , Radiotelescopes

A Screw-Theoretic Analysis Framework for Musculoskeletal Systems

Michael J. Del Signore, Rajankumar M. Bhatt, Venkat Krovi

IDETC-CIE 2006; 859-865doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99248

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Topics: Musculoskeletal system , Screws , Muscle , Redundancy (Engineering) , Simulation , Cables , Graphical user interfaces , Hardware , Matlab , Modeling

Haptic Cobot Exoskeleton: Concepts and Mechanism Design

Paul Bosscher, Eric LaFay

IDETC-CIE 2006; 867-876doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99420

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Topics: Design , Exoskeleton devices , Haptics , Parallel mechanisms

Motion Control and Design of an Aerial Robotic System

Mehdi Nikkhah, Hashem Ashrafiuon, Edmond J. Dougherty

IDETC-CIE 2006; 877-883doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99510

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Topics: Design , Motion control , Robotics , Cables , Algorithms , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electric motors , Engineering prototypes , Rotation , Trajectories (Physics)

Near-Earth Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: Sensor Suite Testing and Evaluation

Vefa Narli, Paul Y. Oh

IDETC-CIE 2006; 885-891doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99614

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Topics: Sensors , Testing , Unmanned aerial vehicles , Caves , Cities , Degrees of freedom , Design , End effectors , Fans , Generators

Determination of the Interference Geometry Between Two Convex Objects

Lianzhen Luo, Meyer Nahon

IDETC-CIE 2006; 893-902doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99616

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Topics: Geometry , Algorithms , Simulation , Computer simulation , Contact dynamics , Fittings , Haptics , Materials properties

Joint Coupling Design of Underactuated Grippers

Aaron M. Dollar, Robert D. Howe

IDETC-CIE 2006; 903-911doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99645

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Topics: Design , Grippers , Gaussian distribution , Torque , Uncertainty , Weight (Mass)

Rotating Range Sensor System for Obstacle Detection and Map Building

Hyunwoong Park, Sooyong Lee

IDETC-CIE 2006; 913-918doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99658

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Topics: Sensors , Lasers , Mobile robots , Navigation

Use of IRID (InfraRed IDentification) for Mobile Robot Localization

Jungyun Bae, Sooyong Lee

IDETC-CIE 2006; 919-923doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99664

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Topics: Mobile robots , Algorithms , Light-emitting diodes , Uncertainty , Ceilings , Robots , Transistors

Mechanical Design and Modelling of a Robotic Planetary Drilling System

Yinghui Liu, Brian Weinberg, Constantinos Mavroidis

IDETC-CIE 2006; 925-932doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99699

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Topics: Design engineering , Drilling , Modeling , Robotics , Actuators , Propulsion , Bits (Tools) , Kinematics , Screws , Teams

Three-Dimensional Kinematic Analysis of the Actuated Spoke Wheel Robot

Doug Laney, Dennis Hong

IDETC-CIE 2006; 933-939doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99751

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Robots , Wheels , Mechanical admittance , Locomotives , Mobile robots , Steady state

Robotics Theory

Solving Jacobian Matrix of Parallel Manipulators With Linear Driving Limbs by Using CAD Variation Geometric Approach

Yi Lu, Bo Hu

IDETC-CIE 2006; 941-947doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99019

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Topics: Computer-aided design , Jacobian matrices , Manipulators , Computers , Simulation , Geometry , Computer simulation , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Kinematics

The Singularity Analysis of 3-RPS Parallel Manipulator

Yanwen Li, Zhen Huang, Lumin Wang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 949-955doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99028

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Topics: Manipulators , Reactor protection systems , Geometry , Kinematics , Screws

Mobility and Position Analysis of a Novel 3-DOF Translational Parallel Mechanism

Daxing Zeng, Zhen Huang, Linlin Zhang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 957-963doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99031

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Topics: Displacement , Mechanical admittance , Parallel mechanisms

Spherical Bistable Micromechanism

Craig P. Lusk, Larry L. Howell

IDETC-CIE 2006; 965-975doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99076

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Topics: Micromechanical devices , Optical mirrors , Robustness

The Mobility Analyses of Some Classical Mechanism and Recent Parallel Robots

Zhen Huang, Ping Xia

IDETC-CIE 2006; 977-983doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99109

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Topics: Mechanical admittance , Robots , Mechanical engineers , Parallel mechanisms , Screws

Assembly Configuration Synthesis Method for Discretely-Actuated Manipulators

Deanne C. Kemeny, Raymond J. Cipra

IDETC-CIE 2006; 985-995doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99239

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Topics: End effectors , Manipulators , Manufacturing

Robustness Analysis of Kinematic Covariance Propagation in Serial Manipulators

Yunfeng Wang, Gregory S. Chirikjian

IDETC-CIE 2006; 997-1004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99283

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Topics: Kinematics , Manipulators , Robustness , Errors , End effectors , Probability

Differential Geometry Based Analysis and Synthesis of a Multifingered Robotic Hand With a Metamorphic Palm

Jian S. Dai, Delun Wang

IDETC-CIE 2006; 1005-1016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99532

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Topics: End effectors , Geometry

Inverse Kinematics of Discretely-Actuated Manipulators Within a Bounded Grid Element

Deanne C. Kemeny, Raymond J. Cipra

IDETC-CIE 2006; 1017-1027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99559

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Topics: Kinematics , Manipulators

Kinematic Analysis and Prototyping of a Partially Decoupled 4-DOF 3T1R Parallel Manipulator

Pierre-Luc Richard, Cle´ment M. Gosselin, Xianwen Kong

IDETC-CIE 2006; 1029-1036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99570

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Manipulators , Engineering prototypes , Kinematics , Design , Displacement , Rotation

Type Synthesis of Parallel Mechanisms With Multiple Operation Modes

Xianwen Kong, Cle´ment M. Gosselin, Pierre-Luc Richard

IDETC-CIE 2006; 1037-1046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99628

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Topics: Parallel mechanisms , Degrees of freedom

Modeling Uncertainty for Planar Meso-Scale Manipulation and Assembly

David J. Cappelleri, Jonathan Fink, Vijay Kumar

IDETC-CIE 2006; 1047-1056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99687

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Topics: Manufacturing , Modeling , Uncertainty , Friction , Algorithms , Design , Feedback , Grasping , Manipulators , Manufacturing industry

Design of Under-Actuated Open-Chain Planar Robots for Repetitive Cyclic Motions

Sunil K. Agrawal, Vivek Sangwan

IDETC-CIE 2006; 1057-1066doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2006-99736

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Topics: Chain , Design , Robots , Inertia (Mechanics) , Trajectories (Physics) , Actuators , Degrees of freedom , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Feedback , Numerical analysis