Abstract: Several assembly theorems, for obtaining the linkage characteristic polynomial for a complex chain through a series of steps involving the known polynomials for subunits of the chain, are derived ...

Abstract: For every planar linkage chain with turning-pairs only, there is a corresponding set of identification numbers consisting of link assortment, joint assortment, link adjacent polynomial, joint ...

Abstract: A linkage characteristic polynomial is defined as the characteristic polynomial of the adjacency matrix of the kinematic graph of the kinematic chain. Some terminology and definitions, needed for ...

Abstract: When the input crank is in line with the fixed link, the circling-point curve degenerates into a circle and straight line. This characteristic applied to a four-bar linkage with symmetrical ...

Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to present a design methodology for the configuration synthesis of machining centers with automatic tool changer to meet the required topology and motion characteristics. ...

Abstract: The paper proposes a method for the optimal synthesis of planar mechanisms, where a combination of cams and linkages is used in order to obtain a precise path generation. As a first step, ...