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<p>Kinematic analysis of a novel actuation redundant 3-DOF parallel manipulator base on parallelogram-linkage.- Accelerating Robotics Test and Evaluation with a Streamlined Simulation Process.- Large deflection model for spatial flexure elements supporting helix compliant stages.- EWA: a single size self-adapting upper limb exoskeleton without adjustment.- A Compliant PneuNets Linear Actuator with Large Off-axis Stiffness.- Quasi-Periodic Shape-Morphing Mechanism Array Based on Penrose Tiles.- Controlling Autonomous Robots: Metareasoning, Adjustable Autonomy, and Competence-Aware Systems.- Biped Robot Terrain Adaptability Based on Improved SAC Algorithm.- Global Reorientation of a Free-Fall Multibody System using Reconstruction Loss-based Deep Learning Method.- Performance Evaluation of a Variable Stiffness Joint Based on Electromagnetic Force Attraction.- A New 3R1T Parallel Robot with Remote Centre of Motion for Minimally Invasive Surgery.- Defining a workspace without singular configurations of 3-PRRS type tripod.- UAV Obstacle Mapping for Multi-UGV Exploration and Mapping.- Virtual and Physical Prototyping of the 4-DOF Delta-Type Parallel Robot based on the Criteria of Closeness to Singularity.- A real-time algorithm for computing the tension force in a suspended elastic sagging cable.- Reconfigurable Parallel Walking Mechanisms for Interaction With the Environment.- Design of a Robotic Rowboat.- Constructing Kinematic Confidence Regions With Double Quaternions.- Design and Implementation of a Control System Architecture for a Hexapod Walking Machine.</p>

<p>This book gathers the latest fundamental research contributions, innovations, and applications in the field of design and analysis of complex robotic mechanical systems, machines, and mechanisms, as presented by leading researchers at the combined IFToMM Symposium of RoManSy and USCToMM Symposium on Mechanical Systems and Robotics (MSR-RoManSy), held in&nbsp;St. Petersburg, FL, USA, on May 22–25, 2024. It covers highly diverse topics, including soft, wearable, and origami robotic systems; applications to walking, flying, climbing, underground, swimming, and space systems; human rehabilitation and performance augmentation; design and analysis of mechanisms and machines; human–robot collaborative systems; service robotics; mechanical systems and robotics education; and the commercialization of mechanical systems and robotics. The contributions, which were selected by means of a rigorous international peer-review process, highlight numerous exciting and impactful research results that will inspire novel research directions and foster multidisciplinary research collaborations among researchers from around the globe.</p>

Brings together researchers in all areas of mechanisms, machines, mechanical systems, and robotics Written by leading experts in the field Gathers the latest fundamental research contributions, innovations, and applications