Index / Work / N° 17
Project N°17 of 24
CategoryDesign
Year2023

Undergraduate Research: Compliant Mechanisms

Conducted academic research into the kinematics of compliant mechanisms, leveraging material flexibility to digitally prototype an oscillating system modeled after biological structures.

Key Engineering Contributions

  1. 01
    Biomimetic Research: Investigated high-efficiency compliant mechanisms in nature (e.g., avian wing structures and aquatic fins) to conceptualize single-piece flexible designs that eliminate the friction, wear, and complexity of traditional rigid-joint assemblies.
  2. 02
    Conceptual Kinematics: Developed initial 2D mathematical models and geometric schematics to define the physical constraints (e.g., 2.125-inch boundaries) and the expected rotational behavior of the oscillating mechanism.
  3. 03
    3D CAD Prototyping: Translated theoretical sketches into a 3D solid model using Autodesk Fusion 360. Utilized strategic sectioning in the CAD environment to visualize the internal compliant structure and its primary point of oscillation.

Visual Documentation

Final 3D CAD visualization of compliant mechanism design in Autodesk Fusion 360
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Final 3D CAD visualization of compliant mechanism design in Autodesk Fusion 360
Final 3D CAD visualization of compliant mechanism design in Autodesk Fusion 360