Mechanisms — eight-bar linkage

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Trotbot Leg Linkage diagram
Trotbot Leg Linkage Mechanism Explained: How the Eight-Bar Walking Linkage Works
Trotbot leg linkage explained — geometry, foot path, formulas, and a worked walking-robot example. Build notes from FIRGELLI's chief engineer.
Eight-bar Linkage diagram
Eight-bar Linkage Mechanism Explained: How It Works, Parts, Diagram and Grübler DOF Formula
Eight-bar linkage explained: how 8 rigid links and 10 joints generate complex paths for walking robots, suspension geometry, and precision motion stages.
Peaucellier's Parallel Motion diagram
Peaucellier's Parallel Motion: How the Exact Straight-Line Linkage Works, Parts & Uses
Peaucellier's parallel motion converts rotary input into exact straight-line output. Geometry, formula, worked example for steam engine guides and machine tools.