The Research Nonlinear Mechanics for Non-Backlash Output Mechanism of Precision Ball Planetary Drive

Abstract

Precision ball planetary drive is mainly composed of non-backlash cycloid ball reduction speed mechanism and non-backlash ball ring groove equal speed output mechanism (NBRGEO mechanism or called W mechanism). The three-dimension contact force is analyzed. The nonlinear mechanics model of NBRGEO mechanism was established. The formulas of contact force and stress were deduced. A numerical example is intended to illustrate the presented method of contact force analysis by using of computer program. Therefore, the contact force and stress distributing characteristics of NBRGEO mechanism is acquired. The research results offer theoretical basis for the design of NBRGEO mechanism of the precision ball planetary drive and the research of other precision planetary transmission.