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Twist-Coupled Flapping Mechanism for Bird-Type Flapping-Wing Air Vehicles

Yu-Jeong Han, Hyeon-Ho Yang, Jae-Hung Han
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. October 2023, 15(5): 051017.
Paper No: JMR-22-1481
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062339
Published Online: May 2, 2023
View Article titled, Twist-Coupled Flapping Mechanism for Bird-Type Flapping-Wing Air Vehicles
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Topics: Design, Kinematics, Optimization, Thrust, Wings, Flight, Wind tunnels, Vehicles, Manufacturing, Stress
Journal Articles

A 2R1T Redundantly Actuated Parallel Manipulator With an Offset Moving Platform and Fixed Linear Actuators

Ziying Lin, Lingmin Xu, Ye Ding, Xiangyang Zhu
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. August 2023, 15(4): 041016.
Paper No: JMR-22-1382
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062304
Published Online: May 2, 2023
View Article titled, A 2R1T Redundantly Actuated Parallel Manipulator With an Offset Moving Platform and Fixed Linear Actuators
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Topics: Design, Kinematics, Manipulators, Redundancy (Engineering), Stiffness, Actuators, Linkages, Mechanical admittance, Optimization
Journal Articles

Performance Analysis and Optimal Design of a Novel Schöenflies-Motion Asymmetric Parallel Mechanism

Wei Zhu, Zhu Xu, Zhiyuan Ma, Huiping Shen
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. February 2024, 16(2): 021010.
Paper No: JMR-22-1654
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062149
Published Online: April 12, 2023
View Article titled, Performance Analysis and Optimal Design of a Novel Schöenflies-Motion Asymmetric Parallel Mechanism
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Topics: Chain, Design, Dynamics (Mechanics), Kinematics, Optimization, Parallel mechanisms, Performance evaluation, Rotation, Kinematic analysis
Journal Articles

Designing and Analyzing Multistable Mechanisms Using Quadrilateral Boundary Rigid Origami

Munkyun Lee, Yuki Miyajima, Tomohiro Tachi
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. January 2024, 16(1): 011008.
Paper No: JMR-22-1487
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4062132
Published Online: March 28, 2023
View Article titled, Designing and Analyzing Multistable Mechanisms Using Quadrilateral Boundary Rigid Origami
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Topics: Design, Displacement, Hinges, Linkages, Optimization, Stiffness, Mirrors
Journal Articles

Kinetostatic Optimization for Kinematic Redundancy Planning of Nimbl’Bot Robot

Angelica Ginnante, Stéphane Caro, Enrico Simetti, François Leborne
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. March 2024, 16(3): 031007.
Paper No: JMR-22-1497
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4056830
Published Online: March 27, 2023
View Article titled, Kinetostatic Optimization for Kinematic Redundancy Planning of Nimbl’Bot Robot
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Topics: Kinematics, Optimization, Robots, Trajectories (Physics), Redundancy (Engineering)
Journal Articles

Kinetostatic Modeling of Continuum Delta Robot With Variable Curvature Continuum Joints

Xiang Wang, Yue Ding, Lingyun Zeng, Chuanxiang Zhu, Baibo Wu, Kai Xu
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. June 2023, 15(3): 031005.
Paper No: JMR-22-1186
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4056954
Published Online: March 8, 2023
View Article titled, Kinetostatic Modeling of Continuum Delta Robot With Variable Curvature Continuum Joints
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Topics: Errors, Modeling, Robots, Stress, Optimization, Design
Journal Articles

Parameter Optimization of Foldable Flapping-Wing Mechanism for Maximum Lift

Hyeon-Ho Yang, Sang-Gil Lee, Reynolds Addo-Akoto, Jae-Hung Han
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. March 2024, 16(3): 031002.
Paper No: JMR-22-1371
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4056869
Published Online: March 8, 2023
View Article titled, Parameter Optimization of Foldable Flapping-Wing Mechanism for Maximum Lift
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Topics: Optimization, Wings, Design, Kinematics, Simulation
Journal Articles

A Variable Stiffness End-of-Arm Tooling Mechanism to Enhance Dynamic Task Capabilities of Robotic Manipulators

Sri Sadhan Jujjavarapu, Hemanth Manjunatha, Ehsan Tarkesh Esfahani
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2023, 15(6): 061003.
Paper No: JMR-22-1198
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4056235
Published Online: January 17, 2023
View Article titled, A Variable Stiffness End-of-Arm Tooling Mechanism to Enhance Dynamic Task Capabilities of Robotic Manipulators
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Topics: Hammers, Magnets, Robots, Stiffness, Trajectories (Physics), End effectors, Manipulators, Optimization, Displacement, Energy storage
Journal Articles

Topology Optimization Method for Designing Compliant Mechanism With Given Constant Force Range

Junwen Liang, Xianmin Zhang, Benliang Zhu, Hongchuan Zhang, Rixin Wang
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2023, 15(6): 061008.
Paper No: JMR-21-1643
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4056379
Published Online: January 17, 2023
View Article titled, Topology Optimization Method for Designing Compliant Mechanism With Given Constant Force Range
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Topics: Design, Optimization, Topology optimization, Displacement, Finite element analysis, Density, Compliant mechanisms
Journal Articles

Dynamic Characteristics and Frequency Reliability Analysis of an Optimized Compliant Stroke Amplification Mechanism

Fanyi Guo, Zhili Sun, Shengnan Zhang, Runan Cao, Haiyang Li
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2023, 15(6): 061007.
Paper No: JMR-22-1417
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4056376
Published Online: January 17, 2023
View Article titled, Dynamic Characteristics and Frequency Reliability Analysis of an Optimized Compliant Stroke Amplification Mechanism
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Topics: Damping, Stiffness, Displacement, Event history analysis, Excitation, Optimization, Failure, Probability, Reliability, Frequency response
Journal Articles

Orientation Workspace Analysis and Parameter Optimization of 3-RRPS Parallel Robot for Pelvic Fracture Reduction

Jingtao Lei, Jinhong Wang
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. October 2023, 15(5): 051003.
Paper No: JMR-22-1204
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055741
Published Online: November 24, 2022
View Article titled, Orientation Workspace Analysis and Parameter Optimization of 3-RRPS Parallel Robot for Pelvic Fracture Reduction
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Topics: Pelvic fractures, Robots, Optimization, Rotation, Kinematics
Journal Articles

On the Design of an Adaptable Underactuated Hand Using Rolling Contact Joints and an Articulated Palm

Jean-Michel Boisclair, Thierry Laliberté, Clément Gosselin
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. October 2023, 15(5): 051001.
Paper No: JMR-22-1043
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055605
Published Online: November 24, 2022
View Article titled, On the Design of an Adaptable Underactuated Hand Using Rolling Contact Joints and an Articulated Palm
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Topics: Artificial limbs, Deformation, Design, Grasping, Rolling contact, Optimization, Cables, Pinch effect, Friction, Prostheses
Journal Articles

Symmetric Kinetostatic Behavior From Asymmetric Spatially Curved Beams

Ali Amoozandeh Nobaveh, Giuseppe Radaelli, Just L. Herder
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. August 2023, 15(4): 041010.
Paper No: JMR-21-1645
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055419
Published Online: November 14, 2022
View Article titled, Symmetric Kinetostatic Behavior From Asymmetric Spatially Curved Beams
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Topics: Optimization, Shapes
Journal Articles

Approximate Motion Generation of an Epicyclic Gear Train With Noncircular Gears Based on Optimization–Homotopy Algorithm

Lei Wang, Liang Sun, Gaohong Yu, Yuzhu Zhou
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. August 2023, 15(4): 041002.
Paper No: JMR-21-1404
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055058
Published Online: November 10, 2022
View Article titled, Approximate Motion Generation of an Epicyclic Gear Train With Noncircular Gears Based on Optimization–Homotopy Algorithm
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Topics: Design, Gears, Optimization, Planetary gears, Trains, Algorithms, Errors, Rotation
Journal Articles

Multi-Keel Passive Prosthetic Foot Design Optimization Using the Lower Leg Trajectory Error Framework

Victor Prost, Heidi V. Peterson, Amos G. Winter, V
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. August 2023, 15(4): 041001.
Paper No: JMR-21-1523
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055107
Published Online: November 8, 2022
View Article titled, Multi-Keel Passive Prosthetic Foot Design Optimization Using the Lower Leg Trajectory Error Framework
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Topics: Artificial limbs, Design, Keel, Stress, Constitutive equations, Optimization, Engineering standards, Prostheses
Journal Articles

Kinematic Analysis and Dimension Optimization of a New Reconfigurable Parallel Mechanism With 1R2T and 2R1T Operation Modes

Wei Ye, Lihuan Hu, Qinchuan Li
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. December 2022, 14(6): 060914.
Paper No: JMR-21-1728
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4055327
Published Online: September 12, 2022
View Article titled, Kinematic Analysis and Dimension Optimization of a New Reconfigurable Parallel Mechanism With 1R2T and 2R1T Operation Modes
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Topics: Dimensions, Kinematic analysis, Kinematics, Optimization, Parallel mechanisms, Screws, Universal joints, Performance evaluation, Engineering prototypes, Switches
Journal Articles

Torque Optimization Method of a 3-DOF Redundant Parallel Manipulator Based on Actuator Torque Range

Jun Wu, Jiahao Qiu, Hao Ye
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2023, 15(2): 021005.
Paper No: JMR-21-1729
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054618
Published Online: June 21, 2022
View Article titled, Torque Optimization Method of a 3-DOF Redundant Parallel Manipulator Based on Actuator Torque Range
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Topics: Actuators, Manipulators, Optimization, Torque, Redundant manipulators, Dynamic models, Trajectories (Physics)
Journal Articles

Design of Adjustable Constant Force/Torque Mechanisms for Medical Applications

Zhuoqi Cheng, Thiusius Rajeeth Savarimuthu, Shaohui Foong, U-Xuan Tan
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Design Innovation Paper
J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2023, 15(2): 025001.
Paper No: JMR-21-1431
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054638
Published Online: June 21, 2022
View Article titled, Design of Adjustable Constant Force/Torque Mechanisms for Medical Applications
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Topics: Biomedicine, Design, Displacement, Optimization, Springs, Stiffness, Stress, Torque, Shapes
Journal Articles

Automatic Design of Dielectric Elastomer-Based Crawling Robots Using Shape and Topology Optimization

Bicheng Chen, Nianfeng Wang, Rixin Wang, Benliang Zhu, Xianmin Zhang, Wenjie Sun, Wei Chen
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2023, 15(2): 021006.
Paper No: JMR-22-1026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054642
Published Online: June 21, 2022
View Article titled, Automatic Design of Dielectric Elastomer-Based Crawling Robots Using Shape and Topology Optimization
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Topics: Deformation, Design, Elastomers, Optimization, Robots, Shapes, Topology, Actuators, Finite element analysis, B-splines
Journal Articles

Design of a Morphing Compliant Mechanism With Separate Gripping and Retraction Modes Using a Single Actuation

Patrick McGowan, Guangbo Hao
Journal: Journal of Mechanisms and Robotics
Article Type: Design Innovation Paper
J. Mechanisms Robotics. February 2023, 15(1): 015002.
Paper No: JMR-21-1763
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054551
Published Online: June 6, 2022
View Article titled, Design of a Morphing Compliant Mechanism With Separate Gripping and Retraction Modes Using a Single Actuation
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Topics: Compliant mechanisms, Design, Displacement, Grippers, Optimization, Simulation