A multidimensional acceleration sensor based on 3rrprr decoupling parallel mechanism: Analysis and experiments

Zhen Gao, Dan Zhang

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Abstract

Since parallel mechanisms have become one of the prospective directions for the structural design of sensor, how to improve the mechanism topology and enhance the performances should be well addressed. In this research, a novel multidimensional acceleration sensor based on 3RRPRR fully decoupling parallel elastic-body mechanism is proposed. The physical prototype is manufactured for deeply investigating on the actual performances. The finite-element analysis of resultant stress, strain and deformations is conducted based upon different input conditions to show the reliability of the proposed sensor structure. A self-developed calibration platform is used for the static calibration to verify its sensitivity and linearity. Consequently, two trial experiments for measuring of human motions are designed to validate the feasibility and effectiveness of the parallel legged accelerometer.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME 2010, NAMRI/SME
Pages687-694
Number of pages8
Publication statusPublished - 2010
Externally publishedYes
Event38th Annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference, NAMRC 38 - Kingston, ON, Canada
Duration: 25 May 201028 May 2010

Publication series

NameTransactions of the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME
Volume38
ISSN (Print)1047-3025

Conference

Conference38th Annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference, NAMRC 38
Country/TerritoryCanada
CityKingston, ON
Period25/05/1028/05/10

Keywords

  • 3RRPRR
  • Acceleration sensor
  • Calibration
  • Finite element analysis
  • Prototype

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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