形状なじみ可能な入れ子チェーン式直動駆動メカニズム

抄録

In this paper, we introduce a novel linear drive mechanism featuring shape adaptability. It is well-known that power transmission, whether through rotation or linear motion, inevitably forms a ”loop of force lines” due to the action of force and counterforce. If the shape of these can always be matched, it is theoretically possible to decouple the relationship between power and its shape. In other words, the path of power transmission can be driven arbitrarily by external forces. Based on this principle, we propose ”NestChain,” which incorporates a chain within a chain. This unique structure, capable of extracting force along the power transmission path, enables continuous linear motion along adapted shapes.