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A Novel Design of Torsion Spring-Connected Nonlinear Stiffness Actuator Based on Cam Mechanism

Xiangxu Qu, Dongxing Cao, Ruheng Qu, Guyu Zhang, Shan Zhang
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. August 2022, 144(8): 083303.
Paper No: MD-21-1349
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054116
Published Online: April 22, 2022
View Article titled, A Novel Design of Torsion Spring-Connected Nonlinear Stiffness Actuator Based on Cam Mechanism
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Topics: Design, Springs, Stiffness, Torque, Torsion, Actuators, Deflection
Journal Articles

Load–Displacement Characterization in Three Degrees-of-Freedom for General Lamina Emergent Torsion Arrays

Nathan A. Pehrson, Pietro Bilancia, Spencer Magleby, Larry Howell
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2020, 142(9): 093301.
Paper No: MD-19-1559
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4046072
Published Online: March 28, 2020
View Article titled, Load–Displacement Characterization in Three Degrees-of-Freedom for General Lamina Emergent Torsion Arrays
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Topics: Displacement, Finite element analysis, Rotation, Stiffness, Stress, Torsion, Compression, Degrees of freedom, Springs
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Membrane-Enhanced Lamina Emergent Torsional Joints for Surrogate Folds

Guimin Chen, Spencer P. Magleby, Larry L. Howell
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. June 2018, 140(6): 062303.
Paper No: MD-17-1601
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4039852
Published Online: April 17, 2018
View Article titled, Membrane-Enhanced Lamina Emergent Torsional Joints for Surrogate Folds
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Topics: Membranes, Stiffness, Torsion
Journal Articles

An Analytical Formulation for the Lateral Support Stiffness of a Spatial Flexure Strip

Marijn Nijenhuis, J. P. Meijaard, Dhanushkodi Mariappan, Just L. Herder, Dannis M. Brouwer, Shorya Awtar
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. May 2017, 139(5): 051401.
Paper No: MD-16-1478
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035861
Published Online: March 20, 2017
View Article titled, An Analytical Formulation for the Lateral Support Stiffness of a Spatial Flexure Strip
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Topics: Bending (Stress), Deformation, Displacement, Flexure mechanisms, Kinematics, Stiffness, Stress, Strips, Torsion, Interpolation
Journal Articles

A Family of Dual-Segment Compliant Joints Suitable for Use as Surrogate Folds

Isaac L. Delimont, Spencer P. Magleby, Larry L. Howell
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research-Article
J. Mech. Des. September 2015, 137(9): 092302.
Paper No: MD-14-1639
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4030875
Published Online: July 22, 2015
View Article titled, A Family of Dual-Segment Compliant Joints Suitable for Use as Surrogate Folds
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Topics: Buckling, Compression, Stiffness, Tension, Torsion, Deflection, Design
Journal Articles

Mechanical Behavior and Performance of the Onager

Arcangelo Messina, Cesare Rossi
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. March 2015, 137(3): 034501.
Paper No: MD-14-1276
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029319
Published Online: March 1, 2015
View Article titled, Mechanical Behavior and Performance of the Onager
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Topics: Machinery, Mechanical behavior, Motors, Projectiles, Torsion, Kinematics, Engines
Journal Articles

Study of Novel Spring Unit for Longstroke Semi-Auto Sliding Mechanism of Information Technology Applications

Y. P. Jeon, H. Y. Seo, J. D. Kim, C. G. Kang
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. July 2014, 136(7): 074501.
Paper No: MD-11-1337
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027318
Published Online: April 28, 2014
View Article titled, Study of Novel Spring Unit for Longstroke Semi-Auto Sliding Mechanism of Information Technology Applications
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Topics: Springs, Torsion
Journal Articles

An Energy Approach to Static Balancing of Systems With Torsion Stiffness

Giuseppe Radaelli, Juan A. Gallego, Just L. Herder
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2011, 133(9): 091006.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4004704
Published Online: September 15, 2011
View Article titled, An Energy Approach to Static Balancing of Systems With Torsion Stiffness
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Topics: Design, Engineering prototypes, Potential energy, Springs, Stiffness, Torsion, Optimization
Journal Articles

A Device for Harvesting Energy From Rotational Vibrations

A Zachary Trimble, Jeffrey H. Lang, Jahir Pabon, Alexander Slocum
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2010, 132(9): 091001.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4002240
Published Online: August 30, 2010
View Article titled, A Device for Harvesting Energy From Rotational Vibrations
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Topics: Engineering prototypes, Resonance, Springs, Torsion, Vibration, Circuits, Die cutting, Shearing (Deformation), Design
Journal Articles

A Unidirectional Series-Elastic Actuator Design Using a Spiral Torsion Spring

Brian T. Knox, James P. Schmiedeler
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Design Innovations
J. Mech. Des. December 2009, 131(12): 125001.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4000252
Published Online: November 9, 2009
View Article titled, A Unidirectional Series-Elastic Actuator Design Using a Spiral Torsion Spring
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Topics: Actuators, Design, Seas, Springs, Torsion, Stress, Robots, Elasticity
Journal Articles

Compliant Wireform Mechanisms

Tyler M. Pendleton, Brian D. Jensen
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Research Papers
J. Mech. Des. December 2008, 130(12): 122302.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2991132
Published Online: October 21, 2008
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Topics: Springs, Torsion, Wire, Stiffness, Modeling, Compliant mechanisms, Deflection, Design, Finite element analysis, Finite element model
Journal Articles

Circular-Hinge Line Element for Finite Element Analysis of Compliant Mechanisms

Nicolae Lobontiu, Ephrahim Garcia
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. July 2005, 127(4): 766–773.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1825046
Published Online: June 27, 2005
View Article titled, Circular-Hinge Line Element for Finite Element Analysis of Compliant Mechanisms
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Topics: Bending (Stress), Compliant mechanisms, Finite element analysis, Hinges, Stiffness, Torsion, Degrees of freedom, Finite element model
Journal Articles

Launching Performance Analysis of a Continuously Variable Transmission Vehicle With Different Torsional Couplings

Jungyun Kim
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Article
J. Mech. Des. March 2005, 127(2): 295–301.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1814387
Published Online: March 25, 2005
View Article titled, Launching Performance Analysis of a Continuously Variable Transmission Vehicle With Different Torsional Couplings
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Topics: Dampers, Engines, Flywheels, Torsion, Vehicles, Couplings, Simulation
Journal Articles

Decomposition-Based Assembly Synthesis for Structural Modularity

O. L. Cetin, Graduate Student, K. Saitou, Associate Professor
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. March 2004, 126(2): 234–243.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1666890
Published Online: May 5, 2004
View Article titled, Decomposition-Based Assembly Synthesis for Structural Modularity
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Topics: Design, Manufacturing, Optimization, Welded joints, Joining, Torsion, Topology, Tradeoffs
Journal Articles

Design of Steerable Endoscopes to Improve the Visual Perception of Depth During Laparoscopic Surgery

Paul Breedveld, Shigeo Hirose
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. January 2004, 126(1): 2–5.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1637658
Published Online: March 11, 2004
View Article titled, Design of Steerable Endoscopes to Improve the Visual Perception of Depth During Laparoscopic Surgery
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Topics: Endoscopes, Periscopes, Springs, Surgery, Design, Stiffness, Torsion
Journal Articles

Design of Circular Cross-Section Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges for Three-Dimensional Compliant Mechanisms

Nicolae Lobontiu, Jeffrey S. N. Paine
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. September 2002, 124(3): 479–484.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1480022
Published Online: August 6, 2002
View Article titled, Design of Circular Cross-Section Corner-Filleted Flexure Hinges for Three-Dimensional Compliant Mechanisms
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Topics: Bending (Stress), Compliant mechanisms, Corners (Structural elements), Finite element analysis, Hinges, Rotation, Stress, Torsion, Design
Journal Articles

Counter-Threaded Spring-Actuated Lock-Fasteners

D. P. Hess
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Briefs
J. Mech. Des. September 2002, 124(3): 582–585.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1485742
Published Online: August 6, 2002
View Article titled, Counter-Threaded Spring-Actuated Lock-Fasteners
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Topics: Design, Fasteners, Locks (Waterways), Springs, Torsion, Torque
Journal Articles

Three Dimensional Absolute Nodal Coordinate Formulation for Beam Elements: Theory

Ahmed A. Shabana, Refaat Y. Yakoub
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. December 2001, 123(4): 606–613.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1410100
Published Online: May 1, 2000
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Topics: Deformation, Displacement, Finite element analysis, Inertia (Mechanics), Rotation, Rotational inertia, Shear (Mechanics), Torsion, Kinematics, Coriolis force
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Three Dimensional Absolute Nodal Coordinate Formulation for Beam Elements: Implementation and Applications

Refaat Y. Yakoub, Ahmed A. Shabana
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. December 2001, 123(4): 614–621.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1410099
Published Online: May 1, 2000
View Article titled, Three Dimensional Absolute Nodal Coordinate Formulation for Beam Elements: Implementation and Applications
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Topics: Centrifugal force, Computers, Deflection, Deformation, Displacement, Extruding, Finite element analysis, Inertia (Mechanics), Manufacturing, Pendulums
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Multiaxial Stress Concentration in Filleted Shafts

Radovan Rolovic, Research Associate, Steven M. Tipton, Professor, James R. Sorem,, Jr., Associate Professor
Journal: Journal of Mechanical Design
Publisher: ASME
Article Type: Technical Papers
J. Mech. Des. June 2001, 123(2): 300–303.
https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1352023
Published Online: March 1, 2000
View Article titled, Multiaxial Stress Concentration in Filleted Shafts
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Topics: Finite element analysis, Stress, Stress concentration, Torsion, Tension, Errors, Numerical analysis, Strain gages