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Some Approaches for Modeling and Analysis of a Parallel Mechanism with Stewart Platform Architecture.

DE2003751001

Publication Date	2000
Personal Author	De Sapio, V.
Page Count	60
Abstract	Parallel mechanisms represent a family of devices based on a closed kinematic architecture. This is in contrast to serial mechanisms, which are comprised of a chain-like series of joints and links in an open kinematic architecture. The closed architecture of parallel mechanisms offers certain benefits and disadvantages. A particular subset of parallel mechanisms is known as Stewart platforms (or hexapods). The classic Stewart platform is based on a set of six independently actuated struts. The struts translate through sphere joints which reside on a stationq platform. Each strut terminates at a ball joint residing on a mobile tool platform. All joints allow passive rotation. The effect of this kinematic architecture is that the tool platfoxm can be controlled to move in six axes. This report addresses some analytic approaches for modeling and characterizing these devices. These approaches cover inverse and forward kinematics, Jacobian evaluation, path execution, workspace envelope modeling, tool velocity characterization, and structural stiffness. A characterization is also made of a hybrid parallel-serial architecture consisting of a Stewart platform and a two-axis serial tool head. Numerical algorithms are also provided along with source code for performing characterizations.
Keywords	Kinematics Mathematical models Systems analysis Mechanical structures Stewart platforms
Source Agency	Technical Information Center Oak Ridge Tennessee
Corporate Authors	Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM.; Department of Energy, Washington, DC.
Supplemental Notes	Sponsored by Department of Energy, Washington, DC.
Document Type	Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number	200315

Some Approaches for Modeling and Analysis of a Parallel Mechanism with Stewart Platform Architecture.

Some Approaches for Modeling and Analysis of a Parallel Mechanism with Stewart Platform Architecture.
DE2003751001

Publication Date	2000
Personal Author	De Sapio, V.
Page Count	60
Abstract	Parallel mechanisms represent a family of devices based on a closed kinematic architecture. This is in contrast to serial mechanisms, which are comprised of a chain-like series of joints and links in an open kinematic architecture. The closed architecture of parallel mechanisms offers certain benefits and disadvantages. A particular subset of parallel mechanisms is known as Stewart platforms (or hexapods). The classic Stewart platform is based on a set of six independently actuated struts. The struts translate through sphere joints which reside on a stationq platform. Each strut terminates at a ball joint residing on a mobile tool platform. All joints allow passive rotation. The effect of this kinematic architecture is that the tool platfoxm can be controlled to move in six axes. This report addresses some analytic approaches for modeling and characterizing these devices. These approaches cover inverse and forward kinematics, Jacobian evaluation, path execution, workspace envelope modeling, tool velocity characterization, and structural stiffness. A characterization is also made of a hybrid parallel-serial architecture consisting of a Stewart platform and a two-axis serial tool head. Numerical algorithms are also provided along with source code for performing characterizations.
Keywords	Kinematics Mathematical models Systems analysis Mechanical structures Stewart platforms
Source Agency	Technical Information Center Oak Ridge Tennessee
Corporate Authors	Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM.; Department of Energy, Washington, DC.
Supplemental Notes	Sponsored by Department of Energy, Washington, DC.
Document Type	Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number	200315