Pivots

Pivots come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and their designs are highly dependent on mechanism requirements. These examples provide some insight into different solutions for the many challenges of designing pivots.

In-depth Writeups

In-depth guide 6328 A-Frame Pivot A double-jointed A-frame pivot writeup covering force analysis, a custom MAXSpline gearbox, and mitee-bite dead-axle clamping. In-depth guide 2910 Dead Axle Pivot A custom dead-axle pivot writeup covering chain tensioning, packaging, structure, and serviceability.

CAD References

CAD reference 1690 Lantern Gear Pivot A unique sector lantern gear driven pivot for low backlash. CAD reference 5460 Charged Up Belt Pivot A high torque belt driven pivot for a double jointed arm.