Abstract: The lumped-parameter method for the elastodynamic analysis of mechanisms is applied to a particular case for which existing experimental evidence is available. The mechanism analyzed is a planar ...

Abstract: A finite element model is derived for flexible planar linkages, treating the total mechanism displacements as the primary unknowns in the dynamic equations of motion. These displacements consist ...

Abstract: Presented in this work is a numerically efficient algorithm for treating the periodic steady-state response of flexible mechanisms as the solution to separated two-point boundary value problems. ...

Abstract: A new approximate closed form solution is presented for analyzing Coulomb friction in mechanism bearings. This is accomplished by linearizing the nonlinear terms of the equilibrium equations by ...

Abstract: Analytical and experimental dynamic bending stresses are determined for a slider-crank mechanism with a rigid crank and an elastic connecting rod. The mathematical model is derived by way of ...

Abstract: A method of kineto-elastodynamic analysis is developed employing lumped parameter models for simulating moving mechanism components considered as simply-supported beams subject to in-plane bending. ...

Abstract: A planetary gear train is analyzed and an application of the mechanism as a rotary pump is examined. General kinematic and static force analyses are performed, and expressions for housing and ...

Abstract: A method of kineto-elastodynamic analysis is developed employing lumped parameter models for simulating moving mechanism components subject to elastic bending vibrations. The mechanism analyzed is ...

Abstract: Four-bar linkages which generate approximate straight-line motion are investigated for use in vehicle suspension. The particular suspension geometry studied is the beam-axle type, leading to systems ...

Abstract: A general computer-aided procedure is presented which combines the kinematic synthesis and dynamic design of four-bar mechanisms. This procedure utilizes nonlinear programming techniques, adjusting ...