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Guest Editorial

Special Issue: Selected Papers From IDETC 2016

Venkat N. Krovi, James Schmiedeler, Su Haijun

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 020301. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4036028

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View articletitled, Special Issue: Selected Papers From IDETC 2016

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Topics: Biomimetics , Cables , Compliant mechanisms , Design , Microscale devices , Robotics , Robots

Research Papers

Approximation of Cylindrical Surfaces With Deployable Bennett Networks

Shengnan Lu, Dimiter Zlatanov, Xilun Ding

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035801

Abstract

View articletitled, Approximation of Cylindrical Surfaces With Deployable Bennett Networks

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Topics: Linkages , Shapes

An Extended Family of Rigidly Foldable Origami Tubes

Yan Chen, Weilin Lv, Junlan Li, Zhong You

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035559

Abstract

View articletitled, An Extended Family of Rigidly Foldable Origami Tubes

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Topics: Construction , Cross section (Physics) , Degrees of freedom , Design , Geometry , Kinematics , Linkages , Metamaterials , Robots , Shapes

Design and Static Analysis of Elastic Force and Torque Limiting Devices for Safe Physical Human–Robot Interaction

Meiying Zhang, Thierry Laliberté, Clément Gosselin

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021003. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035683

Abstract

View articletitled, Design and Static Analysis of Elastic Force and Torque Limiting Devices for Safe Physical Human–Robot Interaction

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Topics: Design , Springs , Torque

A Monolithic Force-Balanced Oscillator

Sybren L. Weeke, Nima Tolou, Guy Semon, Just L. Herder

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021004. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035544

Abstract

View articletitled, A Monolithic Force-Balanced Oscillator

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Topics: Center of mass , Design , Engineering prototypes , Shape optimization , Manufacturing , Stiffness , Oscillations , Displacement , Shapes , Compliant mechanisms

Finding Only Finite Roots to Large Kinematic Synthesis Systems

Mark M. Plecnik, Ronald S. Fearing

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021005. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035967

Abstract

View articletitled, Finding Only Finite Roots to Large Kinematic Synthesis Systems

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Topics: Kinematics , Linkages , Polynomials

A Single-Degree-of-Freedom Self-Regulated Gravity Balancer for Adjustable Payload

Yu-Lin Chu, Chin-Hsing Kuo

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021006. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035561

Abstract

View articletitled, A Single-Degree-of-Freedom Self-Regulated Gravity Balancer for Adjustable Payload

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Topics: Gravity (Force) , Springs , Design

Dimensional Synthesis of a MultiLoop Linkage With Single Input Using Parameterized Curves

Amin Moosavian, Cong Zhu (John) Sun, Fengfeng (Jeff) Xi, Daniel J. Inman

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021007. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035799

Abstract

View articletitled, Dimensional Synthesis of a MultiLoop Linkage With Single Input Using Parameterized Curves

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Topics: Airfoils , Design , Engineering prototypes , Linkages , Shapes , Simulation , Case studies

Self-Foldability of Rigid Origami

Tomohiro Tachi, Thomas C. Hull

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021008. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035558

Abstract

View articletitled, Self-Foldability of Rigid Origami

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Topics: Bifurcation , Design , Kinematics , Potential energy , Springs , Design engineering

Simultaneous Topological and Dimensional Synthesis of Planar Morphing Mechanisms

Lawrence W. Funke, James P. Schmiedeler

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021009. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035878

Abstract

View articletitled, Simultaneous Topological and Dimensional Synthesis of Planar Morphing Mechanisms

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Topics: Chain , Design , Topology , Errors

Force-Controlled Exploration for Updating Virtual Fixture Geometry in Model-Mediated Telemanipulation

Long Wang, Zihan Chen, Preetham Chalasani, Rashid M. Yasin, Peter Kazanzides, Russell H. Taylor, Nabil Simaan

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021010. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035684

Abstract

View articletitled, Force-Controlled Exploration for Updating Virtual Fixture Geometry in Model-Mediated Telemanipulation

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Topics: Control equipment , Geometry , Robots , Errors , Phantoms , Ablation (Vaporization technology)

Improving Prediction of Flapping-Wing Motion By Incorporating Actuator Constraints With Models of Aerodynamic Loads Using In-Flight Data

John W. Gerdes, Hugh A. Bruck, Satyandra K. Gupta

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021011. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035994

Abstract

View articletitled, Improving Prediction of Flapping-Wing Motion By Incorporating Actuator Constraints With Models of Aerodynamic Loads Using In-Flight Data

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Topics: Flight , Wings , Strips , Modeling

Design, Fabrication, and Modeling of an Electric–Magnetic Self-Folding Sheet

Landen Bowen, Kara Springsteen, Saad Ahmed, Erika Arrojado, Mary Frecker, Timothy W. Simpson, Zoubeida Ounaies, Paris von Lockette

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021012. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035966

Abstract

View articletitled, Design, Fabrication, and Modeling of an Electric–Magnetic Self-Folding Sheet

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Topics: Actuators , Approximation , Design , Dynamic models , Manufacturing , Modeling , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Stiffness , Dynamic modeling , Active materials

Thick Rigidly Foldable Origami Mechanisms Based on Synchronized Offset Rolling Contact Elements

Robert J. Lang, Todd Nelson, Spencer Magleby, Larry Howell

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 021013. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035686

Abstract

View articletitled, Thick Rigidly Foldable Origami Mechanisms Based on Synchronized Offset Rolling Contact Elements

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Topics: Design , Hinges , Kinematics , Rolling contact , Rotation

Technical Brief

Robotic Modular Leg: Design, Analysis, and Experimentation

Wael Saab, William S. Rone, Pinhas Ben-Tzvi

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 024501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035685

Abstract

View articletitled, Robotic Modular Leg: Design, Analysis, and Experimentation

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Topics: Design , Engineering prototypes , Kinematics , Motors , Robotics , Robots , Trajectories (Physics) , Dynamic models , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Nonlinear, Phase-Based Oscillator to Generate and Assist Periodic Motions

Juan De la Fuente, Thomas G. Sugar, Sangram Redkar

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 024502. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4036023

Abstract

View articletitled, Nonlinear, Phase-Based Oscillator to Generate and Assist Periodic Motions

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Topics: Control equipment , Limit cycles , Noise (Sound) , Oscillations , Pendulums , Simulation , Damping , Trajectories (Physics) , Signals , Robots

Design of Mechanisms to Draw Trigonometric Plane Curves

Yang Liu, J. Michael McCarthy

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 024503. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035882

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of Mechanisms to Draw Trigonometric Plane Curves

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Topics: Chain

MotionGen: Interactive Design and Editing of Planar Four-Bar Motions for Generating Pose and Geometric Constraints

Anurag Purwar, Shrinath Deshpande, Q. J. Ge

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 024504. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035899

Abstract

View articletitled, MotionGen: Interactive Design and Editing of Planar Four-Bar Motions for Generating Pose and Geometric Constraints

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Topics: Design , Kinematics , Linkages , Algorithms , Gears , Dimensions , Trenching machinery , Metal stamping

Design Innovation Paper

Soft Spherical Tensegrity Robot Design Using Rod-Centered Actuation and Control

Lee-Huang Chen, Kyunam Kim, Ellande Tang, Kevin Li, Richard House, Edward Liu Zhu, Kimberley Fountain, Alice M. Agogino, Adrian Agogino, Vytas Sunspiral, Erik Jung

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 025001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4036014

Abstract

View articletitled, Soft Spherical Tensegrity Robot Design Using Rod-Centered Actuation and Control

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Topics: Cables , Design , Robots , Tensegrity , Tensegrity structures , Actuators , Simulation

Reconfigurable Modular Chain: A Reversible Material for Folding Three-Dimensional Lattice Structures

Zhe Xu, Connor McCann, Aaron M. Dollar

J. Mechanisms Robotics. April 2017, 9(2): 025002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035863

Abstract

View articletitled, Reconfigurable Modular Chain: A Reversible Material for Folding Three-Dimensional Lattice Structures

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Topics: Chain , Design , Robots , Shapes , Manufacturing , Mechanical properties

Guest Editorial

Special Issue: Selected Papers From IDETC 2016

Research Papers

Approximation of Cylindrical Surfaces With Deployable Bennett Networks

An Extended Family of Rigidly Foldable Origami Tubes

Design and Static Analysis of Elastic Force and Torque Limiting Devices for Safe Physical Human–Robot Interaction

A Monolithic Force-Balanced Oscillator

Finding Only Finite Roots to Large Kinematic Synthesis Systems

A Single-Degree-of-Freedom Self-Regulated Gravity Balancer for Adjustable Payload

Dimensional Synthesis of a MultiLoop Linkage With Single Input Using Parameterized Curves

Self-Foldability of Rigid Origami

Simultaneous Topological and Dimensional Synthesis of Planar Morphing Mechanisms

Force-Controlled Exploration for Updating Virtual Fixture Geometry in Model-Mediated Telemanipulation

Improving Prediction of Flapping-Wing Motion By Incorporating Actuator Constraints With Models of Aerodynamic Loads Using In-Flight Data

Design, Fabrication, and Modeling of an Electric–Magnetic Self-Folding Sheet

Thick Rigidly Foldable Origami Mechanisms Based on Synchronized Offset Rolling Contact Elements

Technical Brief

Robotic Modular Leg: Design, Analysis, and Experimentation

Nonlinear, Phase-Based Oscillator to Generate and Assist Periodic Motions

Design of Mechanisms to Draw Trigonometric Plane Curves

MotionGen: Interactive Design and Editing of Planar Four-Bar Motions for Generating Pose and Geometric Constraints

Design Innovation Paper

Soft Spherical Tensegrity Robot Design Using Rod-Centered Actuation and Control

Reconfigurable Modular Chain: A Reversible Material for Folding Three-Dimensional Lattice Structures

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