Affiliation:
1. Hanyang University School of Mechanical Engineering, , Seoul 04763 , South Korea
Abstract
Abstract
This study presents a novel framework for the optimal design of compliant mechanisms, specifically addressing the structural drawbacks of conventional single-point or de facto hinges. The hinges often lead to structural instability and stress concentration while deriving maximum motion. To overcome these issues, we introduce a new method that can design stable and elastic domains connected by either revolute or prismatic joints. The new method, called sequential analysis based on the reaction force, can successfully eliminate weak hinge points while optimizing joint locations. The efficiency of developed methodology is validated through several numerical examples, yielding compliant mechanisms with suppressed hinges.
Funder
Korea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning
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