| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2024 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2024)
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| Symposium
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2024 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2024)
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| Presentation Title |
Design for Additive Manufacturing Considerations for Compliant Constant-Force Mechanisms |
| Author(s) |
Sumant Dilip Rokade, Nichloas Meisel, Jared Butler |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Sumant Dilip Rokade |
| Abstract Scope |
Compliant Mechanisms (CMs) are a class of mechanisms that utilize bending to achieve motion. Compliant Constant-Force Mechanisms (CCFMs), a unique subset of compliant mechanisms, can deliver a constant force output over a fixed range of motion; these mechanisms are often planar systems driven by traditional manufacturing design principles and can be generated using a variety of methods. Some methods, such as rigid body replacement, are constrained to pins and linkages whereas those generated with topology optimization may possess more organic shapes. Traditional methods of manufacturing drive a wide variety of these designs. Applying principles dictated by Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) may yield better designs for these complex applications. This paper develops a clear, concise framework that elucidates ways to design and manufacture CCFMs using Additive Manufacturing (AM). This is done by demonstrating the integration of DfAM considerations within a range of CCFM case study topologies. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Definite: Post-meeting proceedings |