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Design and analysis of mobile mechanism based on three-dimensional Hilbert curve
College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China
Ran Wang
College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China
Jiachao Liu
College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China
Haidong Wang
College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China
Dongbin Zhang
College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, 266590, China
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Short summary
A novel moving mechanism based on three-dimensional Hilbert curves is proposed, combining mathematical curves with mechanical design. The Hilbert curve first-order mobile mechanism (HFCM) moves through seven actuated joints and is analysed for stability and kinematics. Its ability to walk statically, rotate, and climb stairs is experimentally verified.
A novel moving mechanism based on three-dimensional Hilbert curves is proposed, combining...