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Topological synthesis of compliant mechanisms using multi-criteria optimization
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In this paper, a new method for topological synthesis of single-piece compliant mechanisms is presented, using a "design for required deflection" approach, which handles motion and loading requirements simultaneously for a given set of input force and output deflection specifications.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.read more
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Generating optimal topologies in structural design using a homogenization method
Martin P. Bendsøe,Noboru Kikuchi +1 more
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Design and fabrication of compliant micromechanisms and structures with negative Poisson's ratio
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Topology optimization of compliant mechanisms using the homogenization method
TL;DR: A procedure to obtain a topology of an optimal structure considering flexibility is presented, based on a mutual energy concept for formulation of flexibility and the homogenization method.
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