Abstract: The current design algorithms for compliant mechanisms often generate solutions that imitate rigid-body linkages by means of point flexures or flexure pivots, by using the popular spring model ...

Abstract: This paper focuses on a quantitative analysis for grasp planning and fixture design based on an analytical description of point contact restraint. In the framework, the analysis deals with the ...

Abstract: This paper describes an experimental investigation of a particle damping method for a beam and a plate. Tungsten carbide particles are embedded within longitudinal (and latitudinal) holes drilled ...

Abstract: Analysis and characterization of workpiece-fixture contact forces are important in fixture design since they define the fixture stability during clamping and strongly influence workpiece accuracy ...

Abstract: Particle damping is a technique of providing damping with granular particles embedded within small holes in a vibrating structure. The particles absorb kinetic energy through particle-to-wall and ...

Abstract: A monolithic compliant mechanism transmits applied forces from specified input ports to output ports by elastic deformation of its comprising materials, fulfilling required functions analogous to ...

Abstract: The conventional point-kinematic model of fixtures has only treated point geometry of the contacts between locators and workpiece. However, this model, which ignores the underlying surface properties ...