This work presents the most recent research in the mechanism and machine science field and its applications. The topics covered include: theoretical kinematics, computational kinematics, mechanism design, experimental mechanics, mechanics of robots, dynamics of machinery, dynamics of multi-body systems, control issues of mechanical systems, mechanisms for biomechanics, novel designs, mechanical transmissions, linkages and manipulators, micro-mechanisms, teaching methods, history of mechanism science and industrial and non-industrial applications.

This volume consists of the Proceedings of the 5th European Conference on Mechanisms Science (EUCOMES), that was held in Guimarães, Portugal, from September 16 - 20, 2014. The EUCOMES is the main forum for the European community working in Mechanisms and Machine Science.

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Preface.- Part I - Theoretical Kinematics: Dimensional Synthesis of Six-bar Linkages with Incomplete Data Set, by S. Bai.- Mathematical Modelling and Simulation for Beaded Pad Automatic Weaving Trajectory, by J. Yan, L. Yao, D. Lin and Z. Liu.- Graphical User Interface for the Singularity Analysis of Lower-Mobility Parallel Manipulators, by S. Caro, L. Nurahmi and P. Wenger.- On the Redundancy of Cable-driven Parallel Robots, by J-P. Merlet.- Part II - Computational Kinematics: On the Resolution of Forward Kinematic Problem Using CAD Graphical Techniques: Application on Planar Parallel Robotic Manipulators, by K.A. Arrouk, B.C. Bouzgarrou and G. Gogu.- Introducing Distance Restrictions in the Deformed Position Problem, by I. Fernández de Bustos, V. García Marina, M. Abásolo and R. Avilés.- On Generalized Euler Angles, by A. Rull and F. Thomas.- Guaranteed Detection of the Singularities of 3R Robotic Manipulators, by R. Benoit, N. Delanoue, S. Lagrange and P. Wenger.- Workspace Analysis for Evaluating Laparoscopic Instruments, by J.-H. Borchard, F. Dierßen, J. Kotlarski, L. A. Kahrs and T. Ortmaier.- A Novel, Loop-based Approach for Rigidity Detection for Systems with Multiple Spherical-Spherical Bars: The Double-Banana Case, by F. Simroth, H.F. Ding and A. Kecskeméthy.- Planar Four-link Mechanism Analysis for Application in 3D Printing Machines, by A. Kodowski.- Part III - Mechanism Design: Path Generating Belt Mechanisms as Kinematic Chains for Mechatronic Applications, by E.- C Lovasz, D. Perju, K.- H. Modler, C.M. Gruescu, D. Mrgineanu, C.E. Moldovan and C. Pop.- Synthesis of a Mechanism for Human Gait Rehabilitation: An Introductory Approach, by P. Alves, F. Cruz, L.F. Silva and P. Flores.- A Form-closed Cam-follower Mechanism for a Breath Simulator Machine, by R.F. Oliveira, P. Flores, S.F. Teixeira, H.M.C. Marques and J.C. Teixeira.- Dimensional Synthesis with Mechanism Processing Strategy, by M. Hüsing, R. Braune and B. Corves.-Dynamic Modelling of a Four Legged Robot, by I. Geonea, A. Ungureanu, N. Dumitru and L. Racil.- Lifting Mechanism for Payload Transport by Collaborative Mobile Robots, by B. Hichri, J-C. Fauroux, L. Adouane, I. Doroftei and Y. Mezouar.- Kinematic Design of a Reconfigurable Deployable Canopy, by G. Kiper, F. Gürcü, K. Korkmaz and E. Söylemez.- Function Generation Synthesis with a 2-DoF Overconstrained Double-Spherical 7R Mechanism Using the Method of Decomposition and Least Squares Approximation, by G. Kiper and B. Badadiolu.- Designing Cam Mechanisms using Cax, by J. Ondráek.- Kinematics Analysis and Verification on the Novel Reconfigurable Ankle Rehabilitation Robot Based on Parallel Mechanism, by S. Zeng, L. Yao, X. Guo, H. Wang and P. Sui.- Finite Element Modeling and Analysis of an of the Isoglide-Type Parallel Manipulator to Determine Its Rigidity/Stiffness, by A. Kozyrev and V. Glazunov.- Modular Cooperative Mobile Robots for Ventral Long Payload Transport and Obstacle Crossing, by M. Krid, J.C. Fauroux and B.C. Bouzgarrou.- Hypo-Cycloidal Crank Mechanism to Produce an Over-Expanded Cycle Engine, by J. Pinto, T. Costa, J. Martins and F.P. Brito.- Part IV - Experimental Mechanics: Influence of the Mass of the Weight on the Dynamic Response of the Laboratory Fibre Driven Mechanical System, by P. Polach and M. Hajman.- On the Experimental Intradiscal Pressure Measurement Techniques: A Review, by A. Araújo, N. Peixinho, A. Pinho and J.C.P. Claro.- Geometry and Material Strategies for Improved Management of Crash Energy Absorption, by N. Peixinho.- An In Vitro Experimental Evaluation of the Displacement Field in an Intracranial Aneurysm Model, by D. Pinho, D. Bento, J. Ribeiro, R. Lima and M. Vaz.- Experiments on the Edge of Chaos of a Planar Closed Chain Underactuated Mechanism, by J. Xie, H. Zhao, Z-H Liu and Y. Chen.- Systematic and Rapid Construction of Test Beds for Planar Mechanism, by H. Mencek and R. Soylu.- Development of ImpactLoading Equipment for Testing of FRP Strips as Reinforcement of Masonry Bricks, by P. Correia and N. Peixinho.- Part V - Mechanics of Robots: Design of a Driving Module for a Hybrid Locomotion Robot, by J.J. Castillo, J.A. Cabrera, M. Jaimez, F. Vidal and A. Simón.- Analysis of Joint Clearance Effects on Dynamics of Six DOF Robot Manipulators, by S. Erkaya.- Investigating the Effect of Cable Force on Winch Winding Accuracy for Cable-Driven Parallel Robots, by V. Schmidt, A. Mall and A. Pott.- Solving the Dynamic Equations of a 3-PRS Parallel Manipulator, by M. Díaz-Rodríguez, R. Bautista-Quintero and J.A. Carretero.- Part VI - Dynamics of Machinery: Optimization of Textile Machines in Order to Increase Productivity, by B. Corves, M. Husing, M. Schumacher and F. Schwarzfischer.- Motion Equation of Linkages with Changeable Close Loop, by E. Gebel.- Elastodynamic Analysis of the Sucker Rod Pumping System Mechanism, by N. Dumitru, N. Craciunoiu, R. Malciu and N. Ploscaru.- Dimensioning the NC Axes of a Rad...