Compliant Mechanisms Explained (Engineering)

Created on 2022-10-23T19:32:34-05:00

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A "compliant mechanism" is one which relies partly or wholly on the deflection of a flexible material. For example a semi-elastic material is simply bent rather than relying on a hinge. The material will try to release the energy by snapping back to its original shape.