Compliant Mechanisms by Larry L. Howell provides an overview of compliant mechanisms—from fundamentals to state-of-the-art applications. This textbook is intended for engineers, students, and researchers who want to delve into the design and analysis of compliant mechanisms. It covers fundamental principles and current developments in this field.
Description
This reference work leads the reader step by step from basic principles to complex applications of compliant mechanisms. The book covers both standard linear beam models and advanced pseudo-rigid-body models. Special attention is given to compliant mechanisms in micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), including various real-world examples.
In addition, the survey of relevant topics in materials science, machine design, and kinematics provides a standalone source for solving compliant mechanism problems. This makes it suitable both as a reference for professionals and as a learning tool for students.
Product specifications
- Author: Larry L. Howell (Brigham Young University)
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Imprint: Wiley-Interscience
- Publication date: 2001-08-15
- Number of pages: 480
- ISBN: 9780471384786
- Subject: Mechanical engineering
- BISAC: TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mechanical
About the author
LARRY L. HOWELL is the chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah.