Advances in Italian Mechanism Science

This book presents the proceedings of the 5th International Conference of IFToMM ITALY (IFIT), held in Turin, Italy on September 1113, 2024. It includes peer-reviewed papers on the latest advances in mechanism and machine science, discussing topics such as biomechanical engineering, computational kinematics, the history of mechanism and machine science, gearing and transmissions, multi-body dynamics, robotics and mechatronics, the dynamics of machinery, tribology, vibrations, rotor dynamics and vehicle dynamics. A valuable, up-to-date resource, it offers an essential overview of the subject for scientists and practitioners alike and inspires further investigations and research.

Discusses the latest advances in mechanism and machine science Presents new designs and applications of mechanical systems Written by leading experts in the field

Inhalt

Kinematic calibration of robots using a single draw wire encoder a comparison.- Evaluation of human body kinematics while riding electric kick scooter.- Development of a multibody based dynamic model of the rear hitch subsystem of an agricultural tractor.- Self calibration Method Using Tension Sensors for a Vertical Planar Cable Driven Parallel Robot.- Dynamic analysis of a quay crane using lumped parameter models.- Dynamic Error analysis for linear elasticity FE problems.- Torque and angular velocity estimation of an electric machine through Neural Networks based approach.- Evaluation of the maneuvering assistance effectiveness of two wheelchair powered assistance devices.- Nonlinear Dynamics of Spiral Bevel Gear axial bearing stiffness effect.- Characterization of a rotor test rig with tilting pad journal bearings for high peripherical speed.- The centrodes relevance for the kineto dynamic analysis of the parabolic rigid body motion.