Compliant Mechanism Explained
What's a Mechanism? Mechanisms are mechanical devices that transfer or transform motion, force, or energy. Traditionally, rigid-body mechanisms consist of rigid links connected by movable joints. Fig. Slider Crank Mechanism What's a Compliant Mechanism? Simply, compliant mechanisms are those that gain some mobility by deflection of flexible members rather than only by movable joints. Some more definitions - A compliant mechanism is a structure, monolithic or quasi-monolithic, able to withstand external loads (thus keeping its shape) and, at the same time, flexible enough to enable morphing actions. Compliant (flexible) mechanisms are devices that use the elastic deformation of slender, spring-like portions, instead of classical rotation or sliding pairs to create, transmit, or sense mechanical motion. Refer to ( 1:24 - 5.30 ) of the video below for more examples and a better understanding... Why use Compliant Mechanisms? Some of the reasons why a compliant mechanism may be