초록

An apparatus is described which is capable of producing multiple motions. The apparatus is useful in one embodiment as a continuous passive motion foot or hand machine.

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An apparatus for moving an object through a multiplicity of orientations about two pivot axes, the apparatus comprising: (a) a support frame; (b) a pair of independently operable actuators mounted to said support frame; (c) a support platform mounted to said support frame for permitting pivotal move

An apparatus for moving an object through a multiplicity of orientations about two pivot axes, the apparatus comprising: (a) a support frame; (b) a pair of independently operable actuators mounted to said support frame; (c) a support platform mounted to said support frame for permitting pivotal movement about said two pivot axes; (d) a first drive link having two ends and including a universal joint at each said end, wherein said first drive link is connected to said support platform by a respective first said universal joint, and wherein said first drive link is connected to a first one of said actuators by a respective second said universal joint; and (e) a second drive link having two ends and including a universal joint at each said end, wherein said second drive link is connected to said support platform by a respective first said universal joint, and wherein said second drive link is connected to a second one of said actuators by a respective second said universal joint.