Abstract: The optimal placement of sensors and actuators in active vibration control of flexible linkage mechanisms is studied. First, the vibration control model of the flexible mechanism is introduced. ...

Abstract: This paper describes a new method to synthesize adjustable four-bar linkages, both in planar and spherical form. This method uses fixed ground pivots and an adjustable length for input and ...

Abstract: Calvin C. Silverstein passed away in July 2007. He was a highly regarded expert in heat pipe technology and contributed to advancements in space travel, energy, and medical technology. He will ...

Abstract: A breast stabilization device or breast cradle has been developed for use in interventional procedures. The device is a three-dimensional collapsible linkage that, when actuated, lightly compresses ...

Abstract: A general closed form method of planar kinematic synthesis, using complex numbers to represent link vectors, is applied to the synthesis of a geared five-bar linkage for function generation. ...

Abstract: M and K circles are solution loci for three design positions of a dyad when one design angle is varied. This paper updates M- and K-circle theory through a geometric explanation of why ...

Abstract: Over the last few decades, new engineering designs have made tremendous impact on the healthcare industry with solutions for diagnosis, treatment, and therapy of a wide range of medical conditions. ...

Abstract: This paper introduces the Burmester field for motion-generation dyads with four design positions. The Burmester field is the region swept by a Burmester curve as one or more of the design ...

Abstract: The following abstracts were submitted and accepted for presentation at the 2009 University of Minnesota’s Design of Medical Devices (DMD) conference (www.dmdconf.org) held April 14–16, 2009 at ...