This paper deals with the kinematic modeling and optimal design of compliant mechanisms
with one flexible joint designed from a rigid four-bar linkage. An equivalent mechanism is …

This paper proposes a novel topology optimization method integrating the layout of the
supports, links and material distribution to design partially compliant mechanisms. The …

While soft robotics is an emerging field of research, soft parallel robots are among the latest
advancements in this field. Usually, soft robots consist of serial soft arms and structure which …

This article presents a method for analyzing and optimizing a compliant flapping-wing
mechanism (CFWM) with the flapping–twist–swing motion for a flapping-wing aerial vehicle …

Flexure-jointed linkages (FJLs) have distinct advantages, such as ease of manufacturing
and assembly, no backlash, and light weight designs, over their rigid counterparts. However …

This paper proposes a topology optimization method integrating the variable trajectory
constraints to design rigid and compliant hybrid mechanisms. The variable trajectory …

This study presents the design, analysis, dynamical modeling and control of a planar, flexure
based closed chain compliant mechanism. Mechanism is designed as a single piece and …

This paper reports on design, fabrication, and kinematics modeling of a 3D printed soft
parallel robot equipped with soft pneumatic actuators. Soft robotics is an emerging field of …

This paper reports on Simscape modeling and experimental validation of compliant
mechanisms and soft robotic systems. During the past decade, there has been a lot of …

This paper presents the design and development of a two fingered, monolithically designed
compliant gripper mounted on a two-link robot. Rigid grippers traditionally designed by rigid …