Abstract
This paper proposes a 3D-printed micro-positioner actuated by piezoelectric elements. The lever-based amplifying mechanism and flexure hinge mechanisms are fabricated by a commercial 3D printer. Large step response, step-train response and sinusoidal response are presented to show the performance of the proposed system. Experimental results demonstrate 100 micrometer stroke with 1 micrometer resolution. Moreover, this micro-positioner is capable of tracking sinusoidal motion. Using 3D-printing technique, micro-positioners can be further optimized iteratively and cost-effectively.
Original language | English |
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Journal | International Conference of Control, Dynamic Systems, and Robotics |
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State | Published - 1 Jan 2017 |
Event | 4th International Conference of Control, Dynamic Systems, and Robotics, CDSR 2017 - Toronto, Canada Duration: 21 Aug 2017 → 23 Aug 2017 |
Keywords
- 3D-printing
- Flexure hinge
- Mechatronics
- Piezoelectricity
- Precision positioning