New Trends in Mechanism Science: Analysis and Design

Front Matter....Pages i-xiv
Front Matter....Pages 1-1
Design and Kinematic Analysis of a Multiple-Mode 5R2P Closed-Loop Linkage....Pages 3-10
Synthesis of Spatial RPRP Loops for a Given Screw System....Pages 11-19
Contributions to Four-Positions Theory with Relative Rotations....Pages 21-28
Cusp Points in the Parameter Space of R P R-2P R R Parallel Manipulators....Pages 29-37
Kinematics and Design of a Simple 2-DOF Parallel Mechanism Used for Orientation....Pages 39-46
Special Cases of Schönflies-Singular Planar Stewart Gough Platforms....Pages 47-54
The Motion of a Small Part on the Helical Track of a Vibratory Hopper....Pages 55-62
Kinematic Analysis of Screw Surface Contact....Pages 63-72
Aspects Concerning VRML Simulation of Calibration for Parallel Mechanisms....Pages 73-81
Protein Kinematic Motion Simulation Including Potential Energy Feedback....Pages 83-90
Implementation of a New and Efficient Algorithm for the Inverse Kinematics of Serial 6R Chains....Pages 91-98
Composition of Spherical Four-Bar-Mechanisms....Pages 99-106
Front Matter....Pages 107-107
Simulation and Measurements of Stick-Slip-Microdrives for Nanorobots....Pages 109-116
Analysis and Inverse Dynamic Model of a Miniaturized Robot Structure....Pages 117-124
Design and Modelling a Mini-System with Piezoelectric Actuation....Pages 125-133
Front Matter....Pages 135-135
Some Properties of Jitterbug-Like Polyhedral Linkages....Pages 137-145
Servo Drives, Mechanism Simulation and Motion Profiles....Pages 147-155
Azimuth Tracking Linkage Influence on the Efficiency of a Low CPV System....Pages 157-164
Multi-Objective Optimization of a Symmetric Schönflies Motion Generator....Pages 165-172
Cyclic Test of Textile-Reinforced Composites in Compliant Hinge Mechanisms....Pages 173-180
Front Matter....Pages 135-135
The Optimization of a Bi-Axial Adjustable Mono-Actuator PV Tracking Spatial Linkage....Pages 181-188
Front Matter....Pages 189-189
Defect Simulation in a Spur Gear Transmission Model....Pages 191-198
On a New Planetary Speed Increaser Drive Used in Small Hydros. Part I. Conceptual Design....Pages 199-207
On a New Planetary Speed Increaser Drive Used in Small Hydros. Part II. Dynamic Model....Pages 209-216
Simplified Calculation Method for the Efficiency of Involute Helical Gears....Pages 217-224
Cam Size Optimization of Disc Cam-Follower Mechanisms with Translating Roller Followers....Pages 225-233
The Dynamic Effects on Serial Printers Motion Transmission Systems....Pages 235-244
Size Minimization of the Cam Mechanisms with Translating Roll Follower....Pages 245-251
Kinematic Analysis of the Roller Follower Motion in Translating Cam-Follower Mechanisms....Pages 253-259
Kinematic Analysis of Cam Mechanisms as Multibody Systems....Pages 261-268
Peculiarities of Flat Cam Measurement by Results of Digital Photo Shooting....Pages 269-276
Analyzing of Vibration Measurements upon Hand-Arm System and Results Comparison with Theoretical Model....Pages 277-284
Elastic and Safety Clutch with Metallic Roles and Elastic Rubber Elements....Pages 285-292
Front Matter....Pages 293-293
A New Spatial Kinematic Model of the Lower Leg Complex: A Preliminary Study....Pages 295-302
Selected Design Problems in Walking Robots....Pages 303-308
Numerical Simulations of the Virtual Human Knee Joint....Pages 309-317
Development of a Walking Assist Machine Using Crutches – Motion for Ascending and Descending Steps....Pages 319-326
Human Lower Limb Dynamic Analysis with Applications to Orthopedic Implants....Pages 327-334
Forward and Inverse Kinematics Calculation for an Anthropomorphic Robotic Finger....Pages 335-342
Front Matter....Pages 343-343
Theoretical and Experimental Determination of Dynamic Friction Coefficient for a Cable-Drum System....Pages 345-352
Front Matter....Pages 343-343
Modelling and Real-Time Dynamic Simulation of the Cable-Driven Parallel Robot IPAnema....Pages 353-360
Horse Gait Exploration on “Step” Allure by Results of High Speed Strobelight Photography....Pages 361-368
Simulation of the Stopping Behavior of Industrial Robots....Pages 369-376
Mechanical and Thermal Testing of Fluidic Muscles....Pages 377-386
Structural Dynamic Analysis of Low-Mobility Parallel Manipulators....Pages 387-394
Front Matter....Pages 395-395
Spatial Multibody Systems with Lubricated Spherical Joints: Modeling and Simulation....Pages 397-404
Comparison of Passenger Cars with Passive and Semi-Active Suspension Systems Based on a Friction Controlled Damper....Pages 405-412
Dynamic Balancing of a Single Crank-Double Slider Mechanism with Symmetrically Moving Couplers....Pages 413-420
Evaluation of Engagement Accuracy by Dynamic Transmission Error of Helical Gears....Pages 421-428
The Influence of the Friction Forces and the Working Cyclogram upon the Forces of a Robot....Pages 429-436
Dynamic Aspects in Building up a Flight Simulator....Pages 437-445
Front Matter....Pages 447-447
Robotic Control of the Traditional Endoscopic Instrumentation Motion....Pages 449-456
Ethics in Robotic Surgery and Telemedicine....Pages 457-465
Optimal Control Problem in New Products Launch – Optimal Path Using a Single Command....Pages 467-473
Mechanical Constraints and Design Considerations for Polygon Scanners....Pages 475-483
Training Platform for Robotic Assisted Liver Surgery – The Surgeon’s Point of View....Pages 485-492
Teaching Mechanisms: from Classical to Hands-on-Experiments and Research-Oriented....Pages 493-501
Models Created by French Engineers in the Collection of Bauman Moscow State Technical University....Pages 503-510
The Models of Centrifugal Governors in the Collection of Bauman Moscow State Technical University....Pages 511-518
Advanced Approaches Using VR Simulations for Teaching Mechanism....Pages 519-526
Front Matter....Pages 527-527
Preliminary Design of ANG , a Low-Cost Automated Walker for Elderly....Pages 529-536
An Active Suspension System for Simulation of Ship Maneuvers in Wind Tunnels....Pages 537-544
Mechanism Solutions for Legged Robots Overcoming Obstacles....Pages 545-553
Front Matter....Pages 555-555
Dynamic Reconfiguration of Parallel Mechanisms....Pages 557-565
Development of a Voice Controlled Surgical Robot....Pages 567-574
Modeling and Simulation of the Tracking Mechanism Used for a Photovoltaic Platform....Pages 575-582
The Modular Robotic System for In-pipe Inspection....Pages 583-591
Front Matter....Pages 593-593
Geometric and Manufacturing Issues of the 3-UPU Pure Translational Manipulator....Pages 595-603
Workspace Determination and Representation of Planar Parallel Manipulators in a CAD Environment....Pages 605-612
A Theoretical Improvement of a Stirling Engine PV Diagram....Pages 613-623
Cylindrical Worm Gears with Improved Main Parameters....Pages 625-632
Multi-Objective Optimization of Parallel Manipulators....Pages 633-640
A Design Method of Crossed Axes Helical Gears with Increase Uptime and Efficiency....Pages 641-648
Dual Axis Tracking System with a Single Motor....Pages 649-656
The Determination of the Exact Surfaces of the Spur Wheels Flank with the Unique Rack-Bar....Pages 657-664
Choosing the Actuators for the TRTTR1 Modular Serial Robot....Pages 665-672
Front Matter....Pages 673-673
Stiffness Modelling of Parallelogram-Based Parallel Manipulators....Pages 675-682
Incorporating Flexure Hinges in the Kinematic Model of a Planar 3- P RR Parallel Robot....Pages 683-690
On the Dynamics of a 5 DOF Parallel Hybrid Robot Used in Minimally Invasive Surgery....Pages 691-699
Back Matter....Pages 701-708