A Stackelberg game theoretic multi-objective synthesis of four-bar mechanisms
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DOI: 10.1007/s00158-019-02232-8
Abstract: In this article, a Stackelberg game theoretic approach is used for multi-objective optimal synthesis of four-bar mechanisms for path generation. Two objective functions, namely, tracking error (TE) and transmission angle’s deviation from 90° (TA), are… read more here.
Keywords: synthesis four; game theoretic; four bar; multi objective ... See more keywords
Non-integer-period motion generation of a planar four-bar mechanism using wavelet series
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2017.10.013
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, on the basis of the theory of the Haar wavelet series, the early proposed method, which is used to solve the problem of planar four-bar path synthesis, is extended to motion… read more here.
Keywords: four bar; motion generation; planar four; mechanism ... See more keywords
A novel analytical method for four-bar path generation synthesis based on Fourier series
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2019.103671
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents a novel analytical approach for synthesizing a path-generation mechanism without any limitation on the number of precision points. Compared with classical analytical methods, the novelty of the proposed method is that… read more here.
Keywords: path generation; four bar; synthesis; novel analytical ... See more keywords
Kinematic modeling and optimal design of a partially compliant four-bar linkage using elliptic integral solution
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2020.104214
Abstract: Abstract This paper deals with the kinematic modeling and optimal design of compliant mechanisms with one flexible joint designed from a rigid four-bar linkage. An equivalent mechanism is proposed to describe the large-deflection motion of… read more here.
Keywords: kinematic modeling; four bar; compliant four; bar linkage ... See more keywords
A note on the univariate nonic derived from the coupler curve of four-bar linkages
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmachtheory.2021.104344
Abstract: Abstract The coupler curve is the curve traced by one of the points on the coupler link of a four-bar linkage, which is algebraically a sextic bivariate polynomial. A system of eighth-order polynomial equations of… read more here.
Keywords: four bar; order; coupler curve; curve ... See more keywords
Development of a wheeled inverted pendulum mobile platform with a four-bar parallel mechanism
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DOI: 10.1080/01691864.2018.1433062
Abstract: Abstract A wheeled inverted pendulum (WIP) offers benefits such as a small floor occupation area, high dynamic stability, and horizontal force sensitivity. However, the body of a WIP robot inclines at the start of acceleration… read more here.
Keywords: mechanism; four bar; platform; bar ... See more keywords
Developments in quantitative dimensional synthesis (1970–present): four-bar path and function generation
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DOI: 10.1080/17415977.2017.1396328
Abstract: Abstract Dimensional synthesis is a type of inverse problem in linkage kinematics where the objective is to calculate the linkage dimensions required to achieve prescribed linkage output motion. It includes three distinct subcategories: motion generation,… read more here.
Keywords: generation; four bar; function generation; path ... See more keywords
Optimum Synthesis of Four-Bar Mechanism by Using Relative Angle Method: A Comparative Performance Study
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2021.3115444
Abstract: In this paper, the dimensional synthesis of the four-bar mechanism for path generation is formulated using the relative angle motion analysis and the link geometry parameterization with Cartesian coordinates. The Optimum Dimensional Synthesis using Relative… read more here.
Keywords: bar mechanism; synthesis; four bar; study ... See more keywords
Optimum Balancing of the Four-Bar Linkage Using Fully Cartesian Coordinates
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DOI: 10.1109/tla.2019.8896821
Abstract: This article presents the design optimization of the four-bar linkage for the reduction of the Shaking Force and the Shaking Moment. It is followed a novel procedure based on fully Cartesian Coordinates (Natural Coordinates) and… read more here.
Keywords: four bar; fully cartesian; bar linkage; cartesian coordinates ... See more keywords
Underactuated Finger Mechanism Using Contractible Slider-Cranks and Stackable Four-Bar Linkages
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DOI: 10.1109/tmech.2017.2723718
Abstract: This paper presents an underactuated finger mechanism that is able to conduct both self-adaptive grasping and natural motions, such as flexion and extension. The robotic finger is realized with a three degrees-of-freedom mechanism composed of… read more here.
Keywords: stackable four; mechanism; finger mechanism; underactuated finger ... See more keywords
A novel energy efficient powered ankle prosthesis using four-bar controlled compliant actuator
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DOI: 10.1177/0954406217753461
Abstract: A powered ankle prosthesis has the ability to replace a biological ankle, also it can remove the difficulties faced due to the usage of passive ankle prosthesis. However, the energy consumption of the set-up, weight… read more here.
Keywords: prosthesis; energy; ankle prosthesis; four bar ... See more keywords