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Guest Editorial

Special Section: Mechanisms and Robots for Safe Human–Robot Physical Interaction

Nabil Simaan, Carl A. Nelson, Med Amine Laribi

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 060301. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044541

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Topics: Robots

Special Section: Mechanisms and Robots for Safe Human-Robot Physical Interaction

Quantitative Modeling and Analysis of Reliance in Physical Human–Machine Coordination

Yiwei Wang, Glenn J. Lematta, Chi-Ping Hsiung, Kyleigh A. Rahm, Erin K. Chiou, Wenlong Zhang

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 060901. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044545

Abstract

View articletitled, Quantitative Modeling and Analysis of Reliance in Physical Human–Machine Coordination

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Topics: Machinery , Optimization , Robots , Modeling

A General Purpose Robotic Hand Exoskeleton With Series Elastic Actuation

Eric M. Refour, Bijo Sebastian, Raghuraj J. Chauhan, Pinhas Ben-Tzvi

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 060902. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044543

Abstract

View articletitled, A General Purpose Robotic Hand Exoskeleton With Series Elastic Actuation

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Exoskeleton devices , Grasping , Kinematics , Linkages , Seas , Engineering prototypes , Force control

The Concurrent Control of Motion and Contact Force in the Presence of Predictable Disturbances

Davide Piovesan, Maxim Kolesnikov, Kevin Lynch, Ferdinando A. Mussa-Ivaldi

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 060903. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044599

Abstract

View articletitled, The Concurrent Control of Motion and Contact Force in the Presence of Predictable Disturbances

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Topics: Stiffness , Errors , Damping

Kinetostatic Analysis and Actuation Strategy of a Planar Tensegrity 2-X Manipulator

Matthieu Furet, Philippe Wenger

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 060904. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044209

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinetostatic Analysis and Actuation Strategy of a Planar Tensegrity 2-X Manipulator

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Topics: Kinematics , Manipulators , Stiffness , Tensegrity , Cables

Kinematic Optimization of a Reconfigurable Spherical Parallel Mechanism for Robotic-Assisted Craniotomy

Terence Essomba, Yang Hsu, Juan Sebastian Sandoval Arevalo, Med Amine Laribi, Said Zeghloul

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 060905. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044411

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematic Optimization of a Reconfigurable Spherical Parallel Mechanism for Robotic-Assisted Craniotomy

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Topics: Kinematics , Optimization , Parallel mechanisms , Scanning probe microscopy , Robotics , Design , Drills (Tools) , Surgery

Research Papers

A Light-Weight Vibrational Motor Powered Recoil Robot That Hops Rapidly Across Granular Media

Alice C. Quillen, Randal C. Nelson, Hesam Askari, Kathryn Chotkowski, Esteban Wright, Jessica K. Shang

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044333

Abstract

View articletitled, A Light-Weight Vibrational Motor Powered Recoil Robot That Hops Rapidly Across Granular Media

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Topics: Air flow , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Motors , Pressure , Weight (Mass) , Aerodynamics , Trajectories (Physics) , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Permeability

A Bird-Inspired Perching Landing Gear System

Paul M. Nadan, Tatiana M. Anthony, Duncan M. Michael, Jeffrey B. Pflueger, Manik S. Sethi, Kelli N. Shimazu, Mindy Tieu, Christopher L. Lee

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044416

Abstract

View articletitled, A Bird-Inspired Perching Landing Gear System

Supplementary data

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Topics: Cross section (Physics) , Design , Engineering prototypes , Gears , Grasping , Linkages , Simulation , Tendons , Tension , Unmanned aerial vehicles

Bi-Material Re-Entrant Triangle Cellular Structures Incorporating Tailorable Thermal Expansion and Tunable Poisson's Ratio

Xiaobing He, Jingjun Yu, Yan Xie

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061003. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044335

Abstract

View articletitled, Bi-Material Re-Entrant Triangle Cellular Structures Incorporating Tailorable Thermal Expansion and Tunable Poisson's Ratio

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Topics: Deformation , Design , Poisson ratio , Temperature , Thermal expansion , Thermoelasticity , Young's modulus , Stress , Modeling , Stiffness

A Soft-Robotic End-Effector for Independently Actuating Endoscopic Catheters

K. P. Ashwin, Ashitava Ghosal

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061004. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044539

Abstract

View articletitled, A Soft-Robotic End-Effector for Independently Actuating Endoscopic Catheters

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Topics: End effectors , Kinematics , Pressure , Catheters , Deformation , Endoscopic devices

The Modeling of Redundantly Actuated Mechanical Systems

Yaojun Wang, Bruno Belzile, Jorge Angeles, Qinchuan Li

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061005. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044540

Abstract

View articletitled, The Modeling of Redundantly Actuated Mechanical Systems

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Topics: Actuators , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Modeling , Robots , Torque , Kinematics , Machinery , Redundancy (Engineering)

Kinematics of the RRR, RRT (Passive) and RRRR, RRRT (Active) Linkage-Mechanism Building Blocks With Applications and Reporting of New Findings

P. A. Simionescu

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061006. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044546

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinematics of the RRR, RRT (Passive) and RRRR, RRRT (Active) Linkage-Mechanism Building Blocks With Applications and Reporting of New Findings

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Topics: Blocks (Building materials) , Kinematics , Simulation

Control-Oriented Finger Kinematic Model: Geometry-Based Approach

Jong-Seob Won, Nina Robson

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061007. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044601

Abstract

View articletitled, Control-Oriented Finger Kinematic Model: Geometry-Based Approach

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Topics: Geometry , Grasping , Kinematics , Rotation , Design , Shapes

Design, Construction, and Control of Curves and Surfaces via Deployable Mechanisms

Vishal Ramadoss, Dimiter Zlatanov, Xilun Ding, Matteo Zoppi, Shengnan Lyu

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061008. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044734

Abstract

View articletitled, Design, Construction, and Control of Curves and Surfaces via Deployable Mechanisms

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Topics: Approximation , Construction , Design , Linkages , Shapes , Simulation

An Autonomous Docking Mechanism for Vertical Lift Unmanned Aircraft

John Papayanopoulos, Kevin Webb, Jonathan Rogers

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 061009. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044735

Abstract

View articletitled, An Autonomous Docking Mechanism for Vertical Lift Unmanned Aircraft

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Topics: Aircraft , Design , Vehicles , Errors

Technical Brief

Stability Margin of a Metamorphic Quadruped Robot With a Twisting Trunk

Chunsong Zhang, Chi Zhang, Jian S. Dai, Peng Qi

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 064501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044600

Abstract

View articletitled, Stability Margin of a Metamorphic Quadruped Robot With a Twisting Trunk

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Topics: Robots , Stability , Simulation

Kinetostatic Modeling and Optimization of a Novel Horizontal-Displacement Compliant Mechanism

Kejia Kong, Guimin Chen, Guangbo Hao

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 064502. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044334

Abstract

View articletitled, Kinetostatic Modeling and Optimization of a Novel Horizontal-Displacement Compliant Mechanism

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Topics: Compliant mechanisms , Displacement , Modeling , Optimization , Stress , Design , Engineering prototypes , Deflection

Development of a Parallel Manipulator-Based Multifunction Mobility Assistive Device

Ahmed Asker, Samy F. M. Assal

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 064503. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044536

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of a Parallel Manipulator-Based Multifunction Mobility Assistive Device

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Topics: Kinematics , Manipulators , Mechanical admittance , Engineering prototypes , Actuators , Finite element analysis , End effectors , Robotics

On the Solution of Eight-Precision-Point Path Synthesis of Planar Four-Bar Mechanisms Based on the Solution Region Methodology

Jianyou Han, Wupeng Liu

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 064504. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044544

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Solution of Eight-Precision-Point Path Synthesis of Planar Four-Bar Mechanisms Based on the Solution Region Methodology

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Topics: Circuits , Computer software , Design , Dimensions , Linkages , Shapes , Optimization , Simulation

Design Innovation Paper

Design of a High-Concentration Microtracking Photovoltaic System

Gregory S. Brulo, Alex J. Grede, Andrew J. Ren, Christopher D. Rahn, Noel C. Giebink

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 065001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044412

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of a High-Concentration Microtracking Photovoltaic System

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Topics: Actuators , Design , Kinematics , Wire , Photovoltaic power systems

A Portable Elbow Exoskeleton for Three Stages of Rehabilitation

Soumya K. Manna, Venketesh N. Dubey

J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2019, 11(6): 065002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4044535

Abstract

View articletitled, A Portable Elbow Exoskeleton for Three Stages of Rehabilitation

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Topics: Exoskeleton devices , Motors , Springs , Stiffness , Torque , Design , Electric motors , Engines

Guest Editorial

Special Section: Mechanisms and Robots for Safe Human–Robot Physical Interaction

Special Section: Mechanisms and Robots for Safe Human-Robot Physical Interaction

Quantitative Modeling and Analysis of Reliance in Physical Human–Machine Coordination

A General Purpose Robotic Hand Exoskeleton With Series Elastic Actuation

The Concurrent Control of Motion and Contact Force in the Presence of Predictable Disturbances

Kinetostatic Analysis and Actuation Strategy of a Planar Tensegrity 2-X Manipulator

Kinematic Optimization of a Reconfigurable Spherical Parallel Mechanism for Robotic-Assisted Craniotomy

Research Papers

A Light-Weight Vibrational Motor Powered Recoil Robot That Hops Rapidly Across Granular Media

A Bird-Inspired Perching Landing Gear System

Bi-Material Re-Entrant Triangle Cellular Structures Incorporating Tailorable Thermal Expansion and Tunable Poisson's Ratio

A Soft-Robotic End-Effector for Independently Actuating Endoscopic Catheters

The Modeling of Redundantly Actuated Mechanical Systems

Kinematics of the RRR, RRT (Passive) and RRRR, RRRT (Active) Linkage-Mechanism Building Blocks With Applications and Reporting of New Findings

Control-Oriented Finger Kinematic Model: Geometry-Based Approach

Design, Construction, and Control of Curves and Surfaces via Deployable Mechanisms

An Autonomous Docking Mechanism for Vertical Lift Unmanned Aircraft

Technical Brief

Stability Margin of a Metamorphic Quadruped Robot With a Twisting Trunk

Kinetostatic Modeling and Optimization of a Novel Horizontal-Displacement Compliant Mechanism

Development of a Parallel Manipulator-Based Multifunction Mobility Assistive Device

On the Solution of Eight-Precision-Point Path Synthesis of Planar Four-Bar Mechanisms Based on the Solution Region Methodology

Design Innovation Paper

Design of a High-Concentration Microtracking Photovoltaic System

A Portable Elbow Exoskeleton for Three Stages of Rehabilitation

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