Abstract:How do we assess the capability of a compliant mechanism of given topology and shape? The kinetoelastostatic maps proposed in this paper help answer this question. These maps are drawn in 2D using two non-dimensional quantities, one capturing the nonlinear static response and the other the geometry, material, and applied forces. Geometrically nonlinear finite element analysis is used to create the maps for compliant mechanisms consisting of slender beams. In addition to the topology and shape, the overall prop… Show more
“…In this regard, a composite compliant mechanism consisting of a displacement-amplifying compliant mechanism (DaCM) and a gripper is proposed in this paper. The DaCM, which is described in Section 2, was designed with the help of kinetoelastostatic maps [12].…”
“…In this regard, a composite compliant mechanism consisting of a displacement-amplifying compliant mechanism (DaCM) and a gripper is proposed in this paper. The DaCM, which is described in Section 2, was designed with the help of kinetoelastostatic maps [12].…”
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