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Type Synthesis of 4-DOF and 5-DOF Parallel Mechanisms Considering Passive Constraining Limbs

Wentao Guo, Weizhong Guo, Feng Gao
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A001, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34346
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34346
View Paper titled, Type Synthesis of 4-DOF and 5-DOF Parallel Mechanisms Considering Passive Constraining Limbs
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Topics: Parallel mechanisms, Design, Kinematics, Stiffness
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Dynamic Modeling and Sliding Mode Control of a 2-DOF Spherical Parallel Mechanism With a Passive Branch

Bin Chen, Jingjun Yu, Guanghua Zong, Jing Kuang
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A081, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35033
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35033
View Paper titled, Dynamic Modeling and Sliding Mode Control of a 2-DOF Spherical Parallel Mechanism With a Passive Branch
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Topics: Dynamic modeling, Parallel mechanisms, Sliding mode control, Control equipment, Tracking control, Actuators, Control algorithms, Design, Dynamic analysis, Dynamic models
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Improving Techniques in Statically Equivalent Serial Chain Modeling for Center of Mass Estimation

Bingjue Li, Andrew P. Murray, David H. Myszka
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A071, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34286
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34286
View Paper titled, Improving Techniques in Statically Equivalent Serial Chain Modeling for Center of Mass Estimation
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Topics: Center of mass, Chain, Modeling, Errors, Articulated systems, Data collection
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Model Based Development of a 3D Printed Biped Robot

Won Young Kim, Kishore Pochiraju
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A061, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35415
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35415
View Paper titled, Model Based Development of a 3D Printed Biped Robot
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Topics: Additive manufacturing, Robots, Accelerometers, Dampers, Deflection, Position control, Servomechanisms, Springs, Stability, Trajectories (Physics)
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4MDS: A Geometric Constraint Based Motion Design Software for Synthesis and Simulation of Planar Four-Bar Linkages

Anurag Purwar, Abhijit Toravi, Q. J. Ge
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A091, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35235
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35235
View Paper titled, 4MDS: A Geometric Constraint Based Motion Design Software for Synthesis and Simulation of Planar Four-Bar Linkages
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Topics: Computer software, Design, Linkages, Simulation, Dimensions, Graphical user interfaces, Algorithms, Computation, Databases, Generators
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Design Improvements and Design Methodology for the Gear Bearing Drive: A Compact, Powerful and Cost-Effective Robotic Actuator

Elias Brassitos, Qingchao Kong, Constantinos Mavroidis, Brian Weinberg
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A021, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35377
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35377
View Paper titled, Design Improvements and Design Methodology for the Gear Bearing Drive: A Compact, Powerful and Cost-Effective Robotic Actuator
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Topics: Actuators, Bearings, Design, Design methodology, Gears, Robotics, Manufacturing, Mechanical drives, Motors, Health care
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Origami Folding and Bar Frameworks

Alejandro R. Diaz
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A031, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34149
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34149
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Topics: Computation, Deformation, Eigenvalues, Finite element analysis, Mathematics, Optimization, Sensitivity analysis, Simulation, Stress, Trusses (Building)
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A Dynamic Model of Magneto-Active Elastomer Actuation of the Waterbomb Base

Landen Bowen, Mary Frecker, Timothy W. Simpson, Paris von Lockette
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A051, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35407
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35407
View Paper titled, A Dynamic Model of Magneto-Active Elastomer Actuation of the Waterbomb Base
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Topics: Dynamic models, Elastomers, Active materials, Stiffness, Approximation, Computer software, Damping, Dynamics (Mechanics), Origami-inspired design, Springs
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Design of Constant-Velocity Transmission Devices Using Parallel Kinematics Principle

Jingjun Yu, Jiazhu Yu, Kang Wu, Xianwen Kong
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A011, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35013
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35013
View Paper titled, Design of Constant-Velocity Transmission Devices Using Parallel Kinematics Principle
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Topics: Design, Engineering simulation, Gears, Kinematics, Parallel mechanisms, Screws, Simulation, Theorems (Mathematics), Universal joints
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Control of a Shape Memory Alloy Based Self-Folding Sheet

Tyler Halbert, Peyman Moghadas, Richard Malak, Darren Hartl
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A041, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34703
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34703
View Paper titled, Control of a Shape Memory Alloy Based Self-Folding Sheet
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Topics: Shape memory alloys, Feedback, Control equipment, Laminates, Simulation, Wire, Finite element model, Modeling, Tradeoffs
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Dynamic Model of a Weld Breaking Mechanism for Automatic Circuit Recloser Applications

Brian Korves, Philip A. Voglewede
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A072, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34371
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34371
View Paper titled, Dynamic Model of a Weld Breaking Mechanism for Automatic Circuit Recloser Applications
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Topics: Circuits, Dynamic models, Stress, Welded joints
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On the Dynamic Response of Actuation Devices in Open and Closed-Loop Mechanisms With Nonlinear Dynamics

Jahangir Rastegar, Dake Feng
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A082, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35344
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35344
View Paper titled, On the Dynamic Response of Actuation Devices in Open and Closed-Loop Mechanisms With Nonlinear Dynamics
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Topics: Dynamic response, Nonlinear dynamics, Actuators, Feedforward control, Linkages, Manipulators, Trajectories (Physics), Electronics, Signal processing, Signals
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Point to-Point and Path Following Navigation of Mobile Robot in Farm Settings

F. Heidari, R. Fotouhi
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A062, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35435
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35435
View Paper titled, Point to-Point and Path Following Navigation of Mobile Robot in Farm Settings
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Topics: Mobile robots, Navigation, Robots, Roads, Lasers, Path planning, Sensors
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Folding Rigid Origami With Closure Constraints

Zhonghua Xi, Jyh-Ming Lien
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A052, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35556
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35556
View Paper titled, Folding Rigid Origami With Closure Constraints
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Topics: Computational methods, Kinematics, Manufacturing, Materials science, Modeling, Packaging, Packing (Shipments), Packings (Cushioning), Robotics, Simulation
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Application of a Biphasic Actuator in the Design of a Robot Gripper for Garment Handling

Loan Le, Matteo Zoppi, Michal Jilich, Han Bo, Dimiter Zlatanov, Rezia Molfino
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A022, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35396
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35396
View Paper titled, Application of a Biphasic Actuator in the Design of a Robot Gripper for Garment Handling
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Topics: Actuators, Design, Grippers, Robots, Stiffness, Degrees of freedom, Design engineering, Feedback, Grasping, Hydraulic drive systems
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Design and Experimental Validation of a Two-Degree-of-Freedom Force Illusion Device

Nicolò Pedemonte, Frédérik Berthiaume, Thierry Laliberté, Clément Gosselin
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A002, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34375
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34375
View Paper titled, Design and Experimental Validation of a Two-Degree-of-Freedom Force Illusion Device
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Topics: Design, Haptics, Parallel mechanisms
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A Matlab-Based Toolkit to Program Microcontrollers for Use in Teaching Mechanisms and Robotics

Stephen L. Canfield, Sheikh Ghafoor
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A092, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35355
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35355
View Paper titled, A Matlab-Based Toolkit to Program Microcontrollers for Use in Teaching Mechanisms and Robotics
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Topics: Matlab, Robotics, Teaching, Computer programming, Engineering students, Engineers, Hardware, Mechatronics, Students, Cohesion
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Geometric Design of a Bio-Inspired Flapping Wing Mechanism Based on Bennett-Derived 6R Deployable Mechanisms

Huang Hailin, Li Bing
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A042, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34741
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34741
View Paper titled, Geometric Design of a Bio-Inspired Flapping Wing Mechanism Based on Bennett-Derived 6R Deployable Mechanisms
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Topics: Biomimetics, Design, Wings, Vehicles, Degrees of freedom, Linkages, Mechanical admittance, Screws
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Serial Chains of Spherical Four-Bar Mechanisms to Achieve Design Helices

Kevin S. Giaier, Andrew P. Murray, David H. Myszka
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A032, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-34287
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-34287
View Paper titled, Serial Chains of Spherical Four-Bar Mechanisms to Achieve Design Helices
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Topics: Chain, Design, Degrees of freedom, Design methodology, Kinematics
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Application Oriented Design and Simulation of an Innovative Parallel Robot for Brachytherapy

Doina Pisla, Dragos Cocorean, Calin Vaida, Bogdan Gherman, Adrian Pisla, Nicolae Plitea
Proc. ASME. IDETC-CIE2014, Volume 5B: 38th Mechanisms and Robotics Conference, V05BT08A012, August 17–20, 2014
Paper No: DETC2014-35047
https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2014-35047
View Paper titled, Application Oriented Design and Simulation of an Innovative Parallel Robot for Brachytherapy
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Topics: Design, Robots, Simulation, Needles, Robotics, Biological tissues, Cancer, Computerized tomography, Degrees of freedom, Kinematics