Simulation of Flexible-Link Manipulators With Inertial and Geometric Nonlinearities

Abstract

Several important issues relevant to modeling of flexible-link robotic manipulators are addressed in this paper. First, we examine the question of which inertial nonlinearities should be included in the equations of motion for purposes of simulation. A complete model incorporating all inertial terms that couple rigidbody and elastic motions is presented along with a rational scheme for classifying them. Second, the issue of geometric nonlinearities is discussed. These are terms whose origin is the geometrically nonlinear theory of elasticity, as well as the terms arising from the interbody coupling due to the elastic deformation at the link tip. Accordingly, a general way of incorporating the well-known geometric stiffening effect is presented along with several schemes for treating the elastic kinematics at the joint interconnections. In addition, the question of basis function selection for spatial discretization of the elastic displacements is also addressed. The finite element method and an eigenfunction expansion techniques are presented and compared. All issues are examined numerically in the context of a simple beam example and the Space Shuttle Remote Manipulator System. Unlike a single-link system, the results for the latter show that all terms are required for accurate simulation of faster maneuvers. Hence, the conclusions of the paper are contrary to some of the previous findings on the validity of various models for dynamics simulation of flexible-body systems. 74/Vol. 117, MARCH 1995 Transactions of the ASME Copyright © 1995 by ASME Downloaded From: http://dynamicsystems.asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/ on 09/16/2013 Terms of Use: http://asme.org/terms Journal of Dynamic Systems, Measurement, and Control MARCH 1995, Vol. 117/75 Downloaded From: http://dynamicsystems.asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/ on 09/16/2013 Terms of Use: http://asme.org/terms 76/Vol. 117, MARCH 1995 Transactions of the ASME Downloaded From: http://dynamicsystems.asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/ on 09/16/2013 Terms of Use: http://asme.org/terms Journal of Dynamic Systems, Measurement, and Control MARCH 1995, Vol. 117/83 Downloaded From: http://dynamicsystems.asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/ on 09/16/2013 Terms of Use: http://asme.org/terms

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