New Trends in Mechanism and Machine Science: Theory and Applications in Engineering

Front Matter....Pages i-xiv
Front Matter....Pages 1-1
Kinematical Capabilities of an Inversion of the Double Linked Fourbar for UAV Morphing Wing Actuation....Pages 3-11
Kinematic Waves in Linear Statically Determinate Adjustable Structures....Pages 13-22
Perturbation of Symmetric 3-R P R Manipulators and Asymptotic Singularities....Pages 23-31
Workspace and Singularities Analysis of a 6-DOF Parallel Mechanism with Two Kinematic Chains for Platform Guidance....Pages 33-41
The Kinematics of a New Reconfigurable Parallel Robot with Six Degrees of Freedom....Pages 43-51
A Restoring Stress Doesn’t Always Exist....Pages 53-61
Mobility Analysis of Non Series-Parallel Mechanisms....Pages 63-71
Multiple-Mode Closed 7-Link Chains Based on Overconstrained 4-Link Mechanisms....Pages 73-81
Front Matter....Pages 83-83
Confirmation of Hypothesis on Cable Properties for Cable-Driven Robots....Pages 85-93
Analytical Determination of the Instantaneous Motion Capabilities of Robotic Manipulators....Pages 95-103
Computation of the Protein Molecular Mechanism Using Adaptive Dihedral Angle Increments....Pages 105-112
Handling with Inequality Constraints in a General Method of Optimal Kinematic Synthesis....Pages 113-120
Self-Motions of 3-RPS Manipulators....Pages 121-130
Scenario-Based Dimensioning of the Actuator of Parallel Cable-Driven Robots....Pages 131-139
Position Problem in Assur’s Groups with Revolute Pairs....Pages 141-148
Workspace and Singularity Analysis for a Parallel Robot Used in Surgical Applications....Pages 149-157
Workspace Identification Using Neural Network for an Optimal Designed 2-DOF Orientation Parallel Device....Pages 159-167
Front Matter....Pages 169-169
Design Methodology for a Compliant Binary Actuated Parallel Mechanism with Flexure Hinges....Pages 171-179
Optimal Design of Motorcycle Rear Suspension Systems Using Genetic Algorithms....Pages 181-189
Influence of the Contact Stiffness Between the Cam and the Roller in the Dynamic Behaviour of the Train Follower Applied in a Conjugate Cam Mechanism....Pages 191-198
Front Matter....Pages 169-169
3-DOF Translational and Rotational Parallel Manipulators....Pages 199-207
Engineering Aspects in Solving Guidance Tasks with Geared Linkages....Pages 209-216
Motor Positioning and Drive Train Design for a 3-DOF Robotic Structure....Pages 217-225
Interactive Design of Opening and Closing Mechanisms for Skylight Domes....Pages 227-235
Numerical Iterative Method for Computing the Base Circle Radius of Cam Mechanisms with Translating Flat-Face Follower....Pages 237-244
Comparison of Actuation Schemes for Wire-Driven Parallel Robots....Pages 245-254
Identification of a Usable Six-Bar Linkage for Dimensional Synthesis....Pages 255-262
Reducing Rotational Crankshaft Oscillations by Means of a Kinematically Driven Flywheel....Pages 263-271
Dimensional Synthesis of Six-Bar Linkage as a Constrained RPR Chain....Pages 273-280
Study of Contact Pressure Through Analytic Solution, Finite Element Method and Experimental Validation in Tapered Roller Bearings....Pages 281-288
The Issues of the Dynamics of Cam Mechanisms....Pages 289-297
Validation of a Brake Caliper FEM Model Using Genetic Algorithms for Optimization....Pages 299-307
Front Matter....Pages 309-309
Dynamic Analysis of Planetary Gear Transmission Under Time Varying Loading Conditions....Pages 311-318
Load Sharing in Planetary Transmission with Pin Hole Position Errors....Pages 319-327
Toothed Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) – Industrial Realization....Pages 329-335
Dynamic Response of Single Stage Bevel Gear Transmission in Presence of Local Damage....Pages 337-345
Load Sharing Model for Non-standard Involute Spur Gears....Pages 347-355
Magnetic-Superconductor Cryogenic Non-contact Harmonic Drive: Performance and Dynamical Behavior....Pages 357-364
Front Matter....Pages 365-365
Determining the Design Specifications for Mechanical Polyarticulated System Compatible with Minimally Invasive Surgery....Pages 367-374
Simplified Kinetostatic Model of the 3-PRS Manipulator....Pages 375-382
Front Matter....Pages 365-365
Homohedral and Tangential Polyhedral Linkages....Pages 383-390
Analysis of the Clamping Mechanisms of Collet-Chucks Holders for Turning....Pages 391-398
The Method of Principal Vectors for the Synthesis of Shaking Moment Balanced Linkages....Pages 399-407
A Cable-Driven Parallel Mechanism for the Interaction with Hemispherical Surfaces....Pages 409-417
Front Matter....Pages 419-419
On Motion and Force Transmission in the Human Wrist: Approximating Carpal Bone Surfaces with Envelopes....Pages 421-429
Modular Knee Orthosis FEM Analysis from Kinematic Considerations....Pages 431-439
Structural Design and Kinematics Study of a Mechanism for Quadruped Walking....Pages 441-449
Robot for Wrist Rehabilitation....Pages 451-458
Optimization-Based Prediction of a Soldier’s Motion: Stand-Prone-Aim Task....Pages 459-467
A Characterization of Human Locomotion by CATRASYS (Cassino Tracking System)....Pages 469-477
A New Approach to Estimate a Subject-Specific Set of Muscle Parameters....Pages 479-485
A Procedure for Experimental Evaluation of the Sit-to-Stand for the Design of Assisting Devices....Pages 487-495
Front Matter....Pages 497-497
Role of Link Flexibility and Variable Stiffness Actuator on Collision Safety for Service Robots....Pages 499-507
The Analysis of Part Positioning and Orientation in Robotic Assembly by Insertion....Pages 509-517
Industry-Oriented Performance Measures for Design of Robot Calibration Experiment....Pages 519-527
Front Matter....Pages 529-529
Using the Center of Percussion to Simplify a Biped to Four Point Masses....Pages 531-539
Study of the Contact Force Model on the Dynamic Response of a Four-Bar Mechanism with Clearance Joints....Pages 541-548
Comparison of Different Contact Force Models for Low and Moderate Impact Velocities: Numerical and Experimental Analysis....Pages 549-556
Proposal of a Method to Determine Shock Absorber Conditions on a Motor Vehicle....Pages 557-566
Input Shaping for Multibody Oscillatory Systems Described by DAEs....Pages 567-575
Front Matter....Pages 529-529
Torsional Receptances and Variable Inertia of a Two-Inertia Model of a Universal Joint....Pages 577-585
Real-Time Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation of a Hexaglide Type Parallel Manipulator on a Real Machine Controller....Pages 587-597
Analysis of the Dynamic Behavior of an Electric Vehicle Using an Equivalent Roll Stiffness Model....Pages 599-607
Multibody Modelling of High-Lift Mechanisms of Modern Transport Aircraft....Pages 609-617
Front Matter....Pages 619-619
Centralized Non-linear Model Predictive Control of a Redundantly Actuated Parallel Manipulator....Pages 621-629
Optimal Control for a Wire-Based Storage Retrieval Machine....Pages 631-639
Predictive Sensory Templates as the Model of Predictable Control Realization for Mechanical Systems....Pages 641-649
Front Matter....Pages 651-651
Design of an Innovative Bike Brake Integrated into the Wheel Hub....Pages 653-661
Structural Synthesis of Innovative Gripping Mechanisms for Wood Harvesting....Pages 663-670
Non-contact Linear Mechanism Based on Superconducting Levitation for Cryogenic Environment....Pages 671-679
Magnetic Manipulation with Several Mobile Coils Towards Gastrointestinal Capsular Endoscopy....Pages 681-689
Design Issues and Robots Autonomy....Pages 691-699
Front Matter....Pages 701-701
Teaching in Mechanism Theory – From Hands-on Analysis to Virtual Modeling....Pages 703-710
A Mobility Assignment with Industry Relevance....Pages 711-720
Teaching Methodology Based on a Mechanism Design: Test Impact Machine....Pages 721-728
Front Matter....Pages 729-729
Restoration and Digital Display of Max Kohl Mechanisms in the Engineering School of USAL....Pages 731-740
Vasily Grinevetsky – A Life and Activity....Pages 741-748
Historical Development of CaPaMan, Cassino Parallel Manipulator....Pages 749-757
Considerations About Organizing Thinking and Kinematics....Pages 759-766
“New Mechanical Calculation” to Show Moon Phases in Mechanical Clocks, Developed in 1810 by Fernando de Tapia y Castilla....Pages 767-774
Front Matter....Pages 775-775
The System of Spindle Optimization Design Based on GA....Pages 777-786
Numerical Simulation and Analysis via FEM of the Assembly Process of a Press Fit by Shaft Axial Insertion....Pages 787-795
Elastic and Safety Clutch with Rubber Clogs....Pages 797-805
Back Matter....Pages 807-809