Design methodology to reduce the number of actuators in complex mechanisms

This thesis explores the possibility of using mechanical control in the design of a complex end effector. A design methodology is developed and demonstrated. The main goal of this methodology is to maximize reversible steps to direct the design. By attempting to obtain as much mechanical control as possible, several mechanisms are developed which could be used in applications where control of multiple operations by one motor is desired. Along with the demonstration of the design methodology with an end effector design, the application of this methodology to cigarette packaging machines is discussed.

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science

Level thesis:degree_level

masters

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Mechanical Engineering

Department dc:contributor.department

Mechanical Engineering

Grantor dc:publisher

Virginia Tech

Year dc:date.issued

1994

Author dc:creator

• Denkins, Todd C.

Chair dc:contributor.committeechair

• Reinholtz, Charles F.

Committee members dc:contributor.committeemember

• West, Robert L. Jr.
• Mitchiner, Reginald G.

Statement dc:rights

• In Copyright

Licence dc:rights.uri

• http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/

Language dc:language.iso

en

Dc Identifier Other

etd-10062009-020335

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:vtechworks.lib.vt.edu:10919/45043