Topological Synthesis of Compliant Mechanisms Using Multi-Criteria Optimization
- 1 June 1997
- journal article
- Published by ASME International in Journal of Mechanical Design
- Vol. 119 (2), 238-245
- https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2826242
Abstract
Compliant mechanisms are mechanical devices that achieve motion via elastic deformation. A new method for topological synthesis of single-piece compliant mechanisms is presented, using a “design for required deflection” approach. A simple beam example is used to illustrate this concept and to provide the motivation for a new multi-criteria approach for compliant mechanism design. This new approach handles motion and loading requirements simultaneously for a given set of input force and output deflection specifications. Both a truss ground structure and a two-dimensional continuum are used in the implementation which is illustrated with design examples.Keywords
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