Abstract: This article puts forward a computationally efficient block matrix based precise integration algorithm for solving vibration response subjected to time-variable excitation and nonlinearity, especially for nonhomogeneous ...

Abstract: Kinetostatic and dynamic analyses are of significance in designing compliant mechanisms. The design challenge of complex configurations with irregular building blocks, however, not only leads to difficult modeling but would ...

Abstract: The kinetostatic and dynamic formulation of planarcompliant mechanisms is investigated by making use of the dynamic stiffness method based on Timoshenko beam theory. This research is prompted by the significance of considering ...

Abstract: Kinetostatic and dynamic analyses of compliant mechanisms with complex configurations continue to be an attractive issue for obtaining a process-concise and result-accurate solution. In this paper, the transfer matrix ...

Abstract: A discrete beam transfer matrix method is introduced to enhance the existing approaches for the static and dynamic compliance solutions of curved-axis flexure hinges with variable curvatures and nonuniform profiles. An ...

Abstract: Owing to the advantages of monolithic structure and little need for assembling, compliant guiding mechanisms appear to be an effective solution for decoupling multi-freedom precision motions but are still prone to geometric ...

Abstract: This paper presents a pseudo-static modeling methodology for dynamic analysis of distributed compliant mechanisms to provide accurate and efficient solutions. First, a dynamic stiffness matrix of the flexible beam is ...

Abstract: Flexure-based compliant mechanisms are becoming increasingly promising in precision engineering, robotics, and other applications due to the excellent advantages of no friction, no backlash, no wear, and minimal requirement ...