Operation Mode and Workspace of a 3-rRPS Metamorphic Parallel Mechanism with a Reconfigurable Revolute Joint

Latifah Nurahmi, Dongming Gan

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Abstract

The 3-rRPS metamorphic parallel mechanism discussed in this paper consists of three rRPS legs in which (rR) joint is reconfigurable. The reconfigurable (rR) joint allows the moving platform to perform different operation modes. Therefore, this paper deals with the characterization of operation mode and workspace of the 3-rRPS metamorphic parallel mechanism by using algebraic geometry approach and Euler parametrization. Two distinct configurations of the mechanism are initially defined based on the value of joint angle parameters, i.e. φ and θ. The set of constraint equations is derived and the primary decomposition is computed. It reveals that the 3-rRPS metamorphic parallel mechanism with certain configuration can have one up to two operation modes. The moving platform can also perform 3-dof coupled rotational motions, 3-do f planar motion and 1T2R motion. All operation modes under different configurations are analysed and geometrically interpreted. When the mechanism is in 3-dof coupled rotational motions, the workspace of the geometric center of the moving platform is bounded by a Steiner surface. The shape of this surface changes depending on the value of joint parameter angle φ.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 International Conference on Reconfigurable Mechanisms and Robots, ReMAR 2018 - Proceedings
EditorsJust L. Herder, Volkert van der Wijk
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Print)9781538663806
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 28 Aug 2018
Event4th IEEE/IFToMM International Conference on Reconfigurable Mechanisms and Robots, ReMAR 2018 - Delft, Netherlands
Duration: 20 Jun 201822 Jun 2018

Publication series

Name2018 International Conference on Reconfigurable Mechanisms and Robots, ReMAR 2018 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference4th IEEE/IFToMM International Conference on Reconfigurable Mechanisms and Robots, ReMAR 2018
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityDelft
Period20/06/1822/06/18

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