Finite element methods for the design of mechanisms and robotic manipulators
by Z.P. Sadler, Z. Yang, B.A. Askren
International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology (IJCAT), Vol. 7, No. 3/4/5/6, 1994

Abstract: The finite element method is utilised for the analysis and design of mechanisms, including robotic manipulators. Both planar and spatial mechanisms are investigated. Three types of analysis are examined: static analysis, modal analysis, and nonlinear transient dynamic analysis. Mechanism members are modelled using a variety of element types. Pin joints are represented using either revolute-joint elements or joint release features through the inclusion of appropriate constraint equations. Both prescribed mechanism input motions and prescribed input forces are considered. Several examples are presented.

Online publication date: Mon, 09-Jun-2014

The full text of this article is only available to individual subscribers or to users at subscribing institutions.

 
Existing subscribers:
Go to Inderscience Online Journals to access the Full Text of this article.

Pay per view:
If you are not a subscriber and you just want to read the full contents of this article, buy online access here.

Complimentary Subscribers, Editors or Members of the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology (IJCAT):
Login with your Inderscience username and password:

Username:        Password:          Forgotten your password?

Want to subscribe?
A subscription gives you complete access to all articles in the current issue, as well as to all articles in the previous three years (where applicable). See our Orders page to subscribe.

If you still need assistance, please email subs@inderscience.com