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Finite and Instantaneous Screw Theory in Robotic Mechanism

  • Presents the general format and in-depth computation algorithms of finite screws, and the differential mapping between finite and instantaneous screws
  • Offers detailed insights into the systematic development of robotic mechanisms, including topology invention, performance modeling, optimal design and kinematic calibration
  • Includes generic methodology with rigorous proofs and case studies on the widely used robotic mechanisms to aid understanding

Part of the book series: Springer Tracts in Mechanical Engineering (STME)

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Table of contents (12 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xi
  2. Introduction

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 1-24
  3. Finite and Instantaneous Screw Theory

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 25-65
  4. Topology and Performance Modeling of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 67-110
  5. Type Synthesis Method and Procedure of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 111-149
  6. Type Synthesis of Mechanisms with Invariable Rotation Axes

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 151-182
  7. Type Synthesis of Mechanism with Variable Rotation Axes

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 183-208
  8. Kinematic Modeling and Analysis of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 209-242
  9. Static Modeling and Analysis of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 243-262
  10. Dynamic Modeling and Analysis of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 263-287
  11. Optimal Design of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 289-318
  12. Synthesis, Analysis, and Design of Typical Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 319-354
  13. Kinematic Calibration of Robotic Mechanism

    • Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian
    Pages 355-395
  14. Back Matter

    Pages 397-404

About this book


This book presents a finite and instantaneous screw theory for the development of robotic mechanisms. It addresses the analytical description and algebraic computation of finite motion, resulting in a generalized type synthesis approach. It then discusses the direct connection between topology and performance models, leading to an integrated performance analysis and design framework. The book then explores parameter uncertainty and multiple performance requirements for reliable, optimal design methods, and describes the error accumulation principle and parameter identification algorithm, to increase robot accuracy. It proposes a unified and generic methodology, and appliesto the invention, analysis, design, and calibration of robotic mechanisms.


The book is intended for researchers, graduate students and engineers in the fields of robotic mechanism and robot design and applications.



Authors and Affiliations

  • School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China

    Tao Sun, Shuofei Yang, Binbin Lian

About the authors

Tao Sun holds a Ph.D. and is a Professor and Deputy Dean of the School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, China. He is also the Deputy Director of the Key Laboratory of Mechanism Theory and Equipment Design, Ministry of Education, China. Professor Sun’s current research focuses on mechanisms and robotics, parallel kinematic robots, bio-inspired robots, orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation robots. He has published 50 SCI cited journal papers.He has been the principle investigator of 16 national/provincial projects and holds 32 patents, and has won several awards for his work.
 
Shuofei Yang obtained his B.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Tianjin University, China, in 2011 and 2017, respectively. He is now a Research Associate in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China. Dr. Yang's research interests include type synthesis, kinematics, and dynamics of robotic mechanisms. He has published 11 SCI cited journal papers and 1 EI cited journal paper.
 
Binbin Lian holds a Ph.D. and is now an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Tianjin University, China. Her research interests include performance analysis, optimal design, accuracy improvement, control and application of robotic mechanisms. She has published 25 SCI cited journal papers. In addition, she holds 15 patents.




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eBook USD 84.99
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Softcover Book USD 119.99
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  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
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Hardcover Book USD 109.99
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  • Durable hardcover edition
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