Application of a numerical method in analyzing the operation of single-stage scissor lifts

Abstract

Scissor lifts are special devices for transporting or lifting with a wide range of applications. By extending or retracting the hydraulic cylinder arranged in the scissor frame, the system can raise or lower the platform to the designated height. This study was conducted to analyze the relationship between the configuration of the cylinder and the movement of the platform in single-stage scissor lifts. By applying a numerical method and assigning parameters for the cylinder arrangement, the displacement of the platform and the forces in the cylinder can be easily calculated. The results obtained from the calculation process show the practicality of the proposed method in determining the optimal configuration for designing single-stage scissor lift systems.