Session 2E: Lightweight Reduction Unit
Session Number
Session 2E: 1st Presentation
Advisor(s)
Dr. Frank Harwath, North Central College
Location
Room D103
Start Date
26-4-2018 10:35 AM
End Date
26-4-2018 11:20 AM
Abstract
The number of uses for the harmonic gear are endless: from aerospace devices, to medical equipment, to robotics; the harmonic drive is essential to these devices. Its advantages include having high torque, zero backlash, high reduction ratios and precision, but the harmonic drive is often times expensive and heavy. To improve the design of the harmonic gear, the goal of our study is to create an actuator with the same function and advantages as a harmonic drive with it being more affordable and lightweight. The implementation of such a prototype will contribute to making more affordable and lightweight
actuators that could replace harmonic drives in the future. The proposed prototype will adopt the same function and structure of the harmonic drive (the wave generator, flexspline, and external spline). However, the prototype will be gearless in attempt to implement a unique flexspline. The process to ensure the completion and success of the prototype will follow a continuous cycle of research, design, and revision.
Session 2E: Lightweight Reduction Unit
Room D103
The number of uses for the harmonic gear are endless: from aerospace devices, to medical equipment, to robotics; the harmonic drive is essential to these devices. Its advantages include having high torque, zero backlash, high reduction ratios and precision, but the harmonic drive is often times expensive and heavy. To improve the design of the harmonic gear, the goal of our study is to create an actuator with the same function and advantages as a harmonic drive with it being more affordable and lightweight. The implementation of such a prototype will contribute to making more affordable and lightweight
actuators that could replace harmonic drives in the future. The proposed prototype will adopt the same function and structure of the harmonic drive (the wave generator, flexspline, and external spline). However, the prototype will be gearless in attempt to implement a unique flexspline. The process to ensure the completion and success of the prototype will follow a continuous cycle of research, design, and revision.