Performance evaluation of a special 6-PUS type parallel manipulator

Robotica ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-15
Author(s):  
Xiaochu Liu ◽  
Yunfei Cai ◽  
Weitian Liu ◽  
Linlong Zhang ◽  
Chengxin Hu
Keyword(s):  
Performance Evaluation ◽  
Natural Frequency ◽  
Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Screw Theory ◽  
Shaking Table ◽  
Axial Stiffness ◽  
Neutral Position ◽  
Dynamics Model ◽  
Force Transmissibility ◽  
Kane Method

Abstract In this paper, a special 6-PUS parallel manipulator (PM) is utilized as a shaking table. Unlike the existing results about 6-PUS PMs, we make the actuator direction collinear with the linkage direction at neutral position. With respect to the application background, a further analysis of the special PM is carried out from the perspective of motion/force transmissibility, natural frequency and acceleration capability. Specially, the complete dynamics model is established based on the Kane method. Then, generalized transmission indices based on the screw theory are utilized to reflect its motion ability, and a model of natural frequency is proposed with the axial stiffness of linkages considered. Finally, the effect of the angle between the actuator direction and the linkage direction α on various performances is analyzed, and other results are included to illustrate its feasibility and usability.

Optimal Design of Spherical 5R Parallel Manipulators Considering the Motion/Force Transmissibility

2010 ◽  
Vol 132 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chao Wu ◽  
Xin-Jun Liu ◽  
Liping Wang ◽  
Jinsong Wang
Keyword(s):  
Performance Evaluation ◽  
Optimal Design ◽  
Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Screw Theory ◽  
Parallel Manipulators ◽  
Dimensional Synthesis ◽  
Force Transmission ◽  
Minimally Invasive Surgical ◽  
Pointing Device ◽  
Force Transmissibility

The spherical 5R parallel manipulator is a typical parallel manipulator. It can be used as a pointing device or as a minimally invasive surgical robot. This study addresses the motion/force transmission analysis and optimization of the manipulator by taking into account the motion/force transmissibility. The kinematics of the manipulator is analyzed. Several transmission indices are defined by using screw theory for the performance evaluation and dimensional synthesis. The process of determining the optimal angular parameters based on performance charts is presented. The manipulator that has a large workspace and good motion/force transmissibility is identified.

Structure Synthesis of 3-RRS Type Spatial Compliant Parallel Manipulator

2010 ◽  
Vol 44-47 ◽  
pp. 1375-1379
Author(s):  
Da Chang Zhu ◽  
Li Meng ◽  
Tao Jiang
Keyword(s):  
Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Compliant Mechanisms ◽  
Screw Theory ◽  
Weight Ratio ◽  
Parallel Manipulators ◽  
Robot System ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Structure Synthesis ◽  
Rigid Joints ◽  
Type 3

Parallel manipulators has been extensively studied by virtues or its high force-to-weight ratio and widely spread applications such as vehicle or flight simulator, a machine tool and the end effector of robot system. However, as each limb includes several rigid joints, assembling error is demanded strictly, especially in precision measurement and micro-electronics. On the other hand, compliant mechanisms take advantage of recoverable deformation to transfer or transform motion, force, or energy and the benefits of compliant mechanisms mainly come from the elimination of traditional rigid joints, but the traditional displacement method reduce the stiffness of spatial compliant parallel manipulators. In this paper, a new approach of structure synthesis of 3-DoF rotational compliant parallel manipulators is proposed. Based on screw theory, the structures of RRS type 3-DoF rotational spatial compliant parallel manipulator are developed. Experiments via ANSYS are conducted to give some validation of the theoretical analysis.

Type Synthesis of 3-DOF Spherical Parallel Manipulators Based on Screw Theory1

2004 ◽  
Vol 126 (1) ◽  
pp. 101-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xianwen Kong ◽  
Cle´ment M. Gosselin
Keyword(s):  
Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Screw Theory ◽  
General Procedure ◽  
Kinematic Chain ◽  
Parallel Manipulators ◽  
Type Synthesis ◽  
Validity Condition ◽  
First Time ◽  
Spherical Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Selection Of

A spherical parallel manipulator (SPM) refers to a 3-DOF (degree-of-freedom) parallel manipulator generating 3-DOF spherical motion. A method is proposed for the type synthesis of SPMs based on screw theory. The wrench systems of a spherical parallel kinematic chain (SPKC) and its legs are first analyzed. A general procedure is then proposed for the type synthesis of SPMs. The type synthesis of legs for SPKCs, the type synthesis of SPKCs, as well as the selection of inputs of SPMs are dealt with in sequence. An input validity condition of SPMs is proposed. SPKCs with and without inactive joints are synthesized. The number of overconstraints of each SPKC is also given. The phenomenon of dependent joint groups in an SPKC is revealed for the first time.

Modeling and Workplace Analysis of 3T Cable-Driven Parallel Manipulator

2013 ◽  
Vol 415 ◽  
pp. 519-523
Author(s):  
Li Wen Guan ◽  
Cheng Long Mu ◽  
Yu Jian Hu
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Dynamic Modeling ◽  
Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Inverse Dynamics ◽  
Comprehensive Analysis ◽  
Dynamics Model ◽  
Set Up

This paper analyzes the dynamic modeling and workplace of the 3T cable-driven parallel manipulator. The mechanism utilizes four cables to driven. Firstly, the kinematics equations and the inverse dynamics model were set up for the analysis. And then, pseudo-drag is a serious problem in cable-driven parallel manipulator, this paper give a method to find the workplace under the condition of pseudo-drag. Finally, through numerical simulation, the workplace of the mechanism satisfying the demand is presented by comprehensive analysis.

Dimensional Synthesis of a Novel 2T2R Parallel Manipulator for Medical Applications

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nitish Kumar ◽  
Olivier Piccin ◽  
Bernard Bayle
Keyword(s):  
Parallel Mechanism ◽  
Parallel Manipulator ◽  
Screw Theory ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Geometric Analysis ◽  
Medical Applications ◽  
Dimensional Synthesis ◽  
Synthesis Algorithm ◽  
Percutaneous Procedures ◽  
Actuated Joints

This paper deals with the dimensional synthesis of a novel parallel manipulator for medical applications. This parallel mechanism has a novel 2T2R mobility derived from the targeted application of needle manipulation. The kinematic design of this 2T2R manipulator and its novelty are illustrated in relation to the percutaneous procedures. Due to the demanding constraints on its size and compactness, achieving a large workspace especially in orientation, is a rather difficult task. The workspace size and kinematic constraint analysis are considered for the dimensional synthesis of this 2T2R parallel mechanism. A dimensional synthesis algorithm based on the screw theory and the geometric analysis of the singularities is described. This algorithm also helps to eliminate the existence of voids inside the workspace. The selection of the actuated joints is validated. Finally, the dimensions of the structural parameters of the mechanism are calculated for achieving the required workspace within the design constraints of size, compactness and a preliminary prototype without actuators is presented.

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