{"product_id":"handbook-of-compliant-mechanisms-9781119953456","title":"Handbook of Compliant Mechanisms","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fully illustrated reference book gives an easy-to-understand introduction to compliant mechanisms, offering inspiration and guidance to those interested in using compliant mechanisms in their designs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Contributors xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One Introduction to Compliant Mechanisms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Introduction to Compliant Mechanisms 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1 What are Compliant Mechanisms? 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2 What are the Advantages of Compliant Mechanisms? 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3 What Challenges do Compliant Mechanisms Introduce? 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4 Why are Compliant Mechanisms Becoming More Common? 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5 What are the Fundamental Concepts that Help Us Understand Compliance? 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.1 Stiffness and Strength are NOT the Same Thing 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.2 It is Possible for Something to be Flexible AND Strong 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.5.3 The Basics of Creating Flexibility 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.6 Conclusion 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Using the Handbook to Design Devices 15\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1 Handbook Outline 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2 Considerations in Designing Compliant Mechanisms 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3 Locating Ideas and Concepts in the Library 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4 Modeling Compliant Mechanisms 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5 Synthesizing Your Own Compliant Mechanisms 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.6 Summary of Design Approaches for Compliant Mechanisms 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two Modeling of Compliant Mechanisms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Analysis of Flexure Mechanisms in the Intermediate Displacement Range 29\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1 Introduction 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2 Modeling Geometric Nonlinearities in Beam Flexures 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3 Beam Constraint Model 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4 Case Study: Parallelogram Flexure Mechanism 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5 Conclusions 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Modeling of Large Deflection Members 45\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1 Introduction 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2 Equations of Bending for Large Deflections 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3 Solving the Nonlinear Equations of Bending 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4 Examples 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.1 Fixed-Pinned Beam 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.2 Fixed-Guided Beam (Bistable Mechanism) 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5 Conclusions 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Using Pseudo-Rigid Body Models 55\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1 Introduction 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2 Pseudo-Rigid-Body Models for Planar Beams 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.3 Using Pseudo-Rigid-Body Models: A Switch Mechanism Case-Study 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.4 Conclusions 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix: Pseudo-Rigid-Body Examples (by \u003ci\u003eLarry L. Howell\u003c\/i\u003e) 66\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.1 Small-Length Flexural Pivot 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.2 Vertical Force at the Free End of a Cantilever Beam 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.3 Cantilever Beam with a Force at the Free End 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.4 Fixed-Guided Beam 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.5 Cantilever Beam with an Applied Moment at the Free End 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.6 Initially Curved Cantilever Beam 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.7 Pinned-Pinned Segments 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.8 Combined Force-Moment End Loading 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.9 Combined Force-Moment End Loads – 3R Model 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.10 Cross-Axis Flexural Pivot 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA.1.11 Cartwheel Flexure 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Three Synthesis of Compliant Mechanisms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Synthesis through Freedom and Constraint Topologies 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.1 Introduction 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2 Fundamental Principles 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2.1 Modeling Motions using Screw Theory 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2.2 Modeling Constraints using Screw Theory 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2.3 Comprehensive Library of Freedom and Constraint Spaces 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.2.4 Kinematic Equivalence 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3 FACT Synthesis Process and Case Studies 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3.1 Flexure-Based Ball Joint Probe 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.3.2 \u003ci\u003eX\u003c\/i\u003e-\u003ci\u003eY\u003c\/i\u003e-\u003ci\u003eThetaZ \u003c\/i\u003eNanopositioner 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6.4 Current and Future Extensions of FACT’s Capabilities 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Synthesis through Topology Optimization 93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.1 What is Topology Optimization? 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.2 Topology Optimization of Compliant Mechanisms 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.3 Ground Structure Approach 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4 Continuum Approach 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4.1 SIMP Method 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.4.2 Homogenization Method 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.5 Discussion 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7.6 Optimization Solution Algorithms 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgment 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Synthesis through Rigid-Body Replacement 109\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.1 Definitions, Motivation, and Limitations 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2 Procedures for Rigid-Body Replacement 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.1 Starting with a Rigid-Body Mechanism 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.2 Starting with a Desired Task 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.3 Starting with a Compliant Mechanism Concept 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.2.4 How DoWe Choose the Best Configurations Considering Loads, Strains, and Kinematics? 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8.3 Simple Bicycle Derailleur Example 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 Synthesis through Use of Building Blocks 123\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.1 Introduction 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.2 General Building-Block Synthesis Approach 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3 Fundamental Building Blocks 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3.1 Compliant Dyad 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.3.2 Compliant 4-Bar 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4 Elastokinematic Representations to Model Functional Behavior 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.1 Compliance Ellipses and Instant Centers 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.2 Compliance Ellipsoids 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.4.3 Eigentwist and Eigenwrench Characterization 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5 Decomposition Methods and Design Examples 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.1 Single-Point Mechanisms 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.2 Multi-Port Mechanisms using Compliance Ellipsoids 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.5.3 Displacement Amplifying Mechanisms using Instant Centers 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9.6 Conclusions 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Reading 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Four Library of Compliant Mechanisms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Library Organization 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1 Introduction 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.1.1 Categorization 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.2 Library of Compliant Designs 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10.3 Conclusion 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Elements of Mechanisms 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1 Flexible Elements 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.1 Beams 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.2 Revolute 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.3 Translate 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.1.4 Universal 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2 Rigid-Link Joints 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2.1 Revolute 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2.2 Prismatic 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2.3 Universal 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11.2.4 Others 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Mechanisms 193\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1 Basic Mechanisms 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1.1 Four-Bar Mechanism 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.1.2 Six-Bar Mechanism 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2 Kinematics 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.1 Translational 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.2 Rotational 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.3 Translation—Rotation 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.4 Parallel Motion 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.5 Straight Line 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.6 Unique Motion Path 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.7 Stroke Amplification 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.8 Spatial Positioning 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.9 Metamorphic 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.10 Ratchet 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.11 Latch 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.2.12 Others 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3 Kinetics 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.1 Energy Storage 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.2 Stability 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.3 Constant Force 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.4 Force Amplification 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.5 Dampening 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.6 Mode 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12.3.7 Others 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13 Example Application 277\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.1 Elements of Mechanisms: Flexible Elements 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.2 Mechanisms: Kinematic 282\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13.3 Mechanisms: Kinetic 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 319\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49407193809239,"sku":"9781119953456","price":80.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781119953456.jpg?v=1730498506","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/handbook-of-compliant-mechanisms-9781119953456","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}