Constant-force mechanisms (CFMs) have become a hot research topic in recent years.
Unlike conventional force control technology by using force sensor and controller, which …

This paper develops a novel type of two-dimensional (2D) locally resonant (LR)
metamaterials with quasi-zero-stiffness (QZS) property both in the horizontal and vertical …

Compliant mechanisms are rapidly gaining importance, yet their design remains
challenging. A great variety of methods are being developed as it is reported in a growing …

Finite Element Simulations with ANSYS Workbench 14 is a comprehensive and easy to
understand workbook. It utilizes step-by-step instructions to help guide readers to learn finite …

Understanding and analyzing large and nonlinear deflections are the major challenges of
designing compliant mechanisms. Initially, curved beams can offer potential advantages to …

The structures of traditional torsional quasi-zero-stiffness (QZS) vibration isolators are too
complicated to achieve the desired vibration isolation performance as theoretically …

This paper presents a new class of locally resonant (LR) metamaterials with quasi-zero
stiffness (QZS) in three dimensions. The monolithic QZS property is achieved by optimizing …

This paper presents the design of a new flexure-based XY precision positioning stage with
constant force output. Its uniqueness lies in the reduction of driving force for achieving a …

Force regulation is a challenging problem for robot end-effectors when interacting with an
unknown environment. It often requires sophisticated sensors with computerized control …

This paper presents the design of a novel flexure-based precision positioning stage with
constant output force for biological cell micromanipulation. One uniqueness of the proposed …