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19 Jun 2025
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A novel crane-like launch and recovery system for multiple USVs: mechanism design, control strategy, and experimental validation
Dan-Jun Zhang
Jiangyinshi Beihai LSA Co., Ltd., Jiangyin, Jiangsu, 214400, China
Xing-Hua Xiao
Nantong Cellulose Fibers Co., Ltd., Nantong, Jiangsu, 226007, China
Guang Li
Shanghai Space Appliance Co., Ltd., Shanghai, 200331, China
Chun-Xin Li
School of Mechatronic Engineering and Automation, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
Yi Yang
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School of Mechatronic Engineering and Automation, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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Mech. Sci., 10, 255–272, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-10-255-2019, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-10-255-2019, 2019
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With the requirement of heavy load for pick-and-place operation, a new 3-DoF asymmetric translational parallel manipulator is invented in this paper. This manipulator is assembled by a kinematic limb with the parallel linear motion elements(PLMEs), and a single loop 2-UPR. Owning to the linear actuators directly connecting the moving and the fixed platforms, this parallel manipulator has high force transmission efficiency, and adapts to pick-and-place operation under heavy load.
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Jian Wang, Zongjian Mo, Juezhe Wang, and Wanghua Pan
Mech. Sci., 16, 181–194, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-16-181-2025, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-16-181-2025, 2025
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Liaoyuan Li, Tianlong Lei, Jun Li, and Xiangpan Li
Mech. Sci., 16, 157–166, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-16-157-2025, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-16-157-2025, 2025
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Lisong Dong, Jie Ma, Jiesheng Cao, and Daoming Wang
Mech. Sci., 15, 653–665, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-15-653-2024, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-15-653-2024, 2024
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Axial-hole assembly is a key step in the assembly of high-integration components of electronic equipment. In order to achieve the precision assembly of high-density axial holes, we propose a high-precision and smooth assembly strategy that combines the manual control of the tandem machine and the positioning accuracy of the parallel robot. This provides strong technical support for the precision assembly of highly integrated components of electronic equipment.
Kan Shi, Zongjia Wang, Changtao Yan, and Zhiwei Wang
Mech. Sci., 15, 417–430, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-15-417-2024, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-15-417-2024, 2024
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Mengyuan Chen, Hangrong Guo, Runbang Qian, Guangqiang Gong, and Hao Cheng
Mech. Sci., 15, 1–16, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-15-1-2024, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-15-1-2024, 2024
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The proposed VTD-SLAM algorithm has the following advantages. (1) A multiclass feature enhancement and multiclass feature guidance semantic segmentation network (MSNET) is proposed to improve the semantic segmentation ability of dynamic objects. (2) Optimal neighbor pixel matching is used to complete the image of the deleted region. Our method can effectively solve the influence of dynamic objects, so that the SLAM system can operate effectively.
Haojun Zhang, Tao Song, and Leigang Zhang
Mech. Sci., 14, 503–518, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-503-2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-503-2023, 2023
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Liyong Wang, Li Yang, Le Li, Jianpeng Wu, and Qian Zou
Mech. Sci., 14, 463–477, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-463-2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-463-2023, 2023
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The development of bionic skin has always been a challenging scientific research problem. A novel experimental method is proposed for investigating fingertip friction perception characteristics. The results show that the tactile perception accuracy can be improved by changing the surface texture and lubrication conditions. The method can provide peer experience for revealing tactile perception mechanisms and can also provide theoretical guidance for the research of bionic skin.
Junqiang Li, Kuan Yang, and Dong Yang
Mech. Sci., 14, 429–438, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-429-2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-429-2023, 2023
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Liming Zhang, Xiaohua Wang, Haoyi Wang, and Pengfei Li
Mech. Sci., 14, 347–359, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-347-2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-347-2023, 2023
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Quansheng Jiang, Kai Cai, and Fengyu Xu
Mech. Sci., 14, 87–97, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-87-2023, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-14-87-2023, 2023
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Jiasheng Pan, Leigang Zhang, and Qing Sun
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Yanyan Ge, Zichao Su, Maohua Xiao, Min Kang, Ruyi Wang, and Qin Zeng
Mech. Sci., 12, 725–733, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-12-725-2021, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-12-725-2021, 2021
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This study proposed and verified a new idea for the crushing system of a mobile pellet harvester. As the key components of the crushing mechanism, the theoretical design calculation was given, and Ansys software was used to verify the feasibility of the design, specifically by computing the strength and stiffness. Field tests were conducted, and the test results met the requirements. This design can promote the further development of a mobile pellet harvester.
Shan Jiang, Yong Hu, Qiang Li, Long Ma, Yang Wang, Xiaoqin Zhou, and Qiang Liu
Mech. Sci., 12, 603–613, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-12-603-2021, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-12-603-2021, 2021
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Qiang Liu, Qiang Li, Xiaoqin Zhou, Pengzi Xu, Luquan Ren, and Shengli Pan
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Georgios Dialynas, Riender Happee, and Arend L. Schwab
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Efe Yamac Yarbasi and Evren Samur
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Mech. Sci., 8, 349–358, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-8-349-2017, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-8-349-2017, 2017
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Mech. Sci., 8, 249–258, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-8-249-2017, https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-8-249-2017, 2017
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An autonomous launch and recovery (LAR) system is essential for the deployment and retrieval of uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). Traditional crane-like LAR systems are typically designed to handle only the deployment and recovery of a single USV. In this paper, we propose a novel crane-like LAR system for multiple USVs, which includes the mechanism design, control strategy, and experimental validation. This research provides a reliable and innovative solution for the LAR of multiple USVs.
An autonomous launch and recovery (LAR) system is essential for the deployment and retrieval of...
