Analytical modeling, optimization and testing of a compound bridge-type compliant displacement amplifier - Xu, Qingsong; Li, Yangmin (Mechanism and machine theory, 2011)
Keywords: Amplification; Amplifiers; Applied sciences; Compliant mechanisms; Displacement; Drives; Exact sciences and technology; Finite element method; Finite-element analysis; Flexure hinges; Linkage mechanisms, cams; Mathematical analysis; Mathematical models; Mechanical amplifier; Mechanical engineering. Machine design; Nanostructure; Optimization; Optimum design; Piezoelectric actuation; Precision engineering, watch making; Stiffness; Flexure hinges; Optimum design; Compliant mechanisms; Finite-element analysis; Mechanical amplifier; Piezoelectric actuation; Compliant mechanism; Positioning; Evolutionary algorithm; Mechanical drive; Bernoulli Euler model; Amplifier; Experimental study; Modeling; Particle swarm optimization; Finite element method; Nanometer scale; Resonance frequency; Piezoelectricity; Actuator; Workspace