Abstract
Abstract. In order to design a self-adaptive tracked mechanism that can passively adjust according to the height of different obstacles to improve its obstacle-crossing performance, this paper proposes a linkage-type self-adaptive deformable tracked mechanism. The mechanism based on the planar six-bar mechanism is proposed, and its motion modes and obstacle-crossing capabilities are analyzed. Firstly, based on the characteristics of self-adaptive deformation and the planar six-bar mechanism, a deformable single-degree-of-freedom (DOF) multi-loop mechanism is designed by limiting the DOF and adjusting the link lengths, and subsequently, a linkage-type self-adaptive deformable tracked mechanism module is designed according to the multi-loop mechanism. Secondly, the movement characteristics of the deformable tracked mechanism module are analyzed, and it is obtained that the tracked mechanism has two modes of movement: forward and reverse. These modes include deformable tracked-type obstacle crossing and rocker-arm-type obstacle crossing, respectively. Additionally, it is also obtained that this mechanism is capable of climbing up and descending down slopes. Finally, a prototype model is designed for experimental verification to verify the correctness of the theoretical analysis of the linkage-type self-adaptive deformable tracked mechanism and the feasibility of the obstacle-crossing modes. The results indicate that the linkage-type self-adaptive deformable tracked mechanism is capable of various obstacle-crossing modes, including both forward and reverse movements. These modes encompass the traditional tracked type, the deformable tracked type, and the rocker-arm type, as well as the ability to climb up and descend down slopes. This type of mechanism demonstrates excellent terrain adaptability and is capable of overcoming obstacles, allowing it to traverse some soft and rugged terrain. Consequently, it holds certain application potential.
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