Linear-Motion Compliant Mechanism

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This design was developed for a safing and arming mechanism for nuclear weapons. The use of compliant mechanisms allowed the design to be scaled down with some components the size of a human hair, yet still being reliable. The design is a linear-motion large-displacement compliant mechanism. Other examples of these types of mechanisms can be found at the following link: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4738987