Abstract
In this paper, we applied the matrix method to kinematic analysis of our translational 3-DOF (Degrees Of Freedom) micro parallel mechanism for an instance of general flexure mechanisms. The matrix method has been well developed in architecture to analyze a frame structure. We found that this method is well applicable to such a flexure mechanism with circular notched hinges as our micro parallel mechanism because it is approximate to a Rahmen structure. Our matrix method can calculate a compliance matrix with less nodes of matrix than conventional FEM (Finite Element Method). Firstly, the compliance matrices of a circular notched hinge and some other beams are defined and the coordinate transformations of compliance matrix are introduced. Secondly, an analysis of our micro parallel mechanism is demonstrated.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 786-792 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Publication status | Published - 2000 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 2000 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems - Takamatsu, Japan Duration: 31 Oct 2000 → 5 Nov 2000 |
Conference
| Conference | 2000 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems |
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| Country/Territory | Japan |
| City | Takamatsu |
| Period | 31/10/00 → 5/11/00 |