Compliant Mechanisms And Robotics Group
Bending the rules of kinematics since 1994
The BYU Compliant Mechanisms and Robotics Group (CMR) involves students and faculty who strive to make an impact by creating compliant mechanism theories and applications that are novel, used by others, and make a difference for good.
LET-Joint Chair Highlighted in Recent Video by Mark Rober
In a recent video on neat mechanisms and designs, Mark Rober featured this LET-Joint chair, developed by our lab using Lamina Emergent Torsional joints.
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CMR Collaborates with Mark Rober
Engineer and science influencer Mark Rober invited the BYU CMR to collaborate on a project to build a one-of-a-kind compliant mechanism.
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CNN “Tech for Good” highlights CMR work with NASA
BYU CMR works with NASA, Penn State, and MMA Design to create a deployable lidar telescope.
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Researchers Discover a New Class of Mechanisms
Recent discoveries in mechanism design allow the creation of devices on curved surfaces. This new technology has great potential to transform how we interact with the world - from healthcare, to space applications, and more.
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CMR Built Bullet Proof Origami Shield to Protect Law Enforcement
BYU engineers have created an origami-inspired, lightweight bulletproof shield that can protect law enforcement from gunfire.
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Download and 3D Print Compliant Mechanism Designs
View, download, and make your own compliant mechanism or origami patterns. Find fun projects to do at home or in the classroom.
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