Parallel kinematics mechanism with a concentric spherical joint
US7337691B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2004 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20335
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A parallel kinematics mechanism is provided for uses such as robotics or machining. The mechanism has various limbs designed as elbow-linkages, at least some of which are actuatable, for moving an end component with multiple degrees of freedom. The mechanism advantageously facilitates an improved workspace-to-footprint ratio and a closed-form solution for the forward kinematics. The mechanism comprises a joint assembly having a plurality of revolute joints for connecting to at least three limbs. In various embodiments of the invention, the end component has three, four, five and six degrees of freedom.
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