Mobility Conditions for Planar Linkages Using Triangle Inequality and Graphical Interpretation

Author

Ashok Midha, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow
Z.-L. Zhao
I. Her

Abstract

The triangle inequality concept is utilized in formulating the mobility conditions for a planar four-bar linkage. These conditions are used to investigate crank existence and mobility region for the linkage. More significantly, a manifest graphical interpretation is offered, enabling an expeditious mobility determination. A computer-aided graphics approach lends itself to relevant computations with greater speed and accuracy. The concept is further exemplified by means of a more complex planar linkage.

Recommended Citation

A. Midha et al., "Mobility Conditions for Planar Linkages Using Triangle Inequality and Graphical Interpretation," Journal of Mechanical Design, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Jan 1985.

The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3260729

Department(s)

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Linkages; Computation; Computer-Aided Engineering

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

1050-0472

Document Type

Article - Journal

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 1985 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Jan 1985