Dynamic Analysis of Adaptive Structures with Embedded Compliant Mechanisms
Abstract
A systematic method for dynamic analysis of compliant mechanisms was developed including basic formulations for natural frequencies, modes, dynamic response, and frequency characteristics. Methods for design sensitivity analysis were developed to investigate the effect of various design parameters on the dynamic performance of compliant mechanisms. A micro compliant stroke amplifier mechanism, for MEMS actuator application, is presented in this report, as a design example, to demonstrate significant differences between static and dynamic performance of compliant mechanisms. This general-purpose methodology can be applied to adaptive structures for aerospace applications. The methodology was implemented in MATLAB with user-friendly graphical interface.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA408756
Entities
People
- Sridhar Kota
Organizations
- University of Michigan