Sparse monolithic compliant mechanisms using continuum structural topology optimization
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Sparse monolithic compliant mechanisms using continuum structural topology optimization
A formulation for design of continuous, hinge-free compliant mechanisms is developed and examined within a continuum structural topology optimization framework. The formulation makes use of two distinctly different sets of springs, the first of which are artificial springs of relatively large stiffness attached to the input and output ports of the mechanism model, and the second of which are sp...
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ii ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I would like to express my deep gratitude to my advisor, Professor Colby C. Swan for all of his patient guidance, valuable advice, and enthusiastic encouragement, and belief throughout my research work at The University of Iowa. His willingness to motivate me contributed tremendously to my research. The knowledge I have gained from Professor Swan is invaluable. and Professor ...
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عنوان ژورنال: International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering
سال: 2005
ISSN: 0029-5981,1097-0207
DOI: 10.1002/nme.1224