Behavior of Stacked Ortho-Planar Springs in CVT’s

Authors

Marc P. Christenson, Brigham Young University
Dr. Robert H. Todd, Brigham Young University

Keywords

behavior, ortho-planar springs, CVT, continuously variable transmission

College

Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Abstract

Compliant mechanisms are mechanical devices that achieve their motion from the deflection of flexible members rather than rigid links and moveable joints. One such mechanism using compliant design is an ortho-planar spring.

Recommended Citation

Christenson, Marc P. and Todd, Dr. Robert H. (2013) "Behavior of Stacked Ortho-Planar Springs in CVT’s," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1936.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1936