Shape Memory Microactuators

Shape Memory Microactuators
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 265
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ISBN-10 : 9783662098752
ISBN-13 : 366209875X
Rating : 4/5 (52 Downloads)

Synopsis Shape Memory Microactuators by : Manfred Kohl

Overview of recent achievements, describing the microactuator development of microvalves and liner actuators comprehensively from concept through prototype. Further key aspects included are three-dimensional models for handling complex SMA actuator geometries and coupled simulation routines that take multifunctional properties into account. Mechanical and thermal optimization criteria are introduced for actuator design, allowing an optimum use of the shape memory effect. It is shown that some of the prototypes presented, e.g. SMA microgrippers, already outperform conventional components.

Development of Microactuators Based on the Magnetic Shape Memory Effect

Development of Microactuators Based on the Magnetic Shape Memory Effect
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Publisher : KIT Scientific Publishing
Total Pages : 184
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ISBN-10 : 9783731501251
ISBN-13 : 3731501252
Rating : 4/5 (51 Downloads)

Synopsis Development of Microactuators Based on the Magnetic Shape Memory Effect by : Yeduru, Srinivasa Reddy

The giant magneto-strain effect in Ni-Mn-Ga alloys is particularly attractive for actuator applications. Two different approaches are being pursued to develop MSM microactuators. To observe large deflections of Ni-Mn-Ga microactuators, the material should be exhibiting low twinning stress and large magnetic anisotropy. In addition, design rules and boundary conditions for operating the Ni-Mn-Ga actuator material are having significant importance for evolution of performance characteristics.

Thin Film Shape Memory Alloys

Thin Film Shape Memory Alloys
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 487
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ISBN-10 : 9780521885768
ISBN-13 : 0521885760
Rating : 4/5 (68 Downloads)

Synopsis Thin Film Shape Memory Alloys by : Shuichi Miyazaki

The first dedicated book describing the properties, preparation, characterization and device applications of TiNi-based shape memory alloys.

Microactuators

Microactuators
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 297
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ISBN-10 : 9781461554455
ISBN-13 : 1461554454
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis Microactuators by : Massood Tabib-Azar

219 8. 2 Sensors 221 8. 3 Physical Sensors 222 8. 3. 1 Electrical Sensing Means 223 8. 3. 2 Magnetic Field Methods 231 8. 3. 3 Optical Methods 232 8. 4 Chemical Sensors 241 8. 4. 1 Electrical Gas and Chemical Sensors 243 8. 4. 2 Guided-Optics Intrinsic Chemical Sensors 246 8. 4. 3 Extrinsic Chemical Sensors 250 8. 4. 4 Polymer Waveguide Chemical Sensors 251 8. 4. 5 Surface Plasmon Chemical Sensors 252 8. 4. 6 Indicator-Mediated Extrinsic Sensing 253 8. 4. 7 Optical Biosensors 256 8. 4. 8 Ultrasonic Gas and Chemical Sensors 257 8. 4. 9 Intelligent Sensors 258 8. 5 Connections/Links and Wiring 258 8. 5. 1 Optical Links 260 8. 5. 2 Requirement on the Processing Unit/Intelligence 262 8. 6 Actuators 263 8. 7 Signal Processing/Computing 264 8. 7. 1 Implicit Computation 266 8. 7. 2 Explicit Computation 267 8. 8 References 274 Subject Index 279 Micro-Actuators (Electrical, Magnetic, Thermal, Optical, Mechanical, and Chemical) It has become quite apparent that sensors and actuators are the main bottleneck of the modem information processing and control systems. Microprocessors and computers used to be the main limiting element in most information processing systems. But thanks to the enonnous progress in the microelectronics industry, most information analysis tasks can be processed in real time. The data has to be acquired by the processor in some form and processed and used to produce some useful function in the real world.

Shape Memory Alloy Actuators

Shape Memory Alloy Actuators
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 297
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ISBN-10 : 9781118359440
ISBN-13 : 1118359445
Rating : 4/5 (40 Downloads)

Synopsis Shape Memory Alloy Actuators by : Mohammad H. Elahinia

This book provides a systematic approach to realizing NiTi shape memory alloy actuation, and is aimed at science and engineering students who would like to develop a better understanding of the behaviors of SMAs, and learn to design, simulate, control, and fabricate these actuators in a systematic approach. Several innovative biomedical applications of SMAs are discussed. These include orthopedic, rehabilitation, assistive, cardiovascular, and surgery devices and tools. To this end unique actuation mechanisms are discussed. These include antagonistic bi-stable shape memory-superelastic actuation, shape memory spring actuation, and multi axial tension-torsion actuation. These actuation mechanisms open new possibilities for creating adaptive structures and biomedical devices by using SMAs.

Optical Nano and Micro Actuator Technology

Optical Nano and Micro Actuator Technology
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 666
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ISBN-10 : 9781439840542
ISBN-13 : 1439840547
Rating : 4/5 (42 Downloads)

Synopsis Optical Nano and Micro Actuator Technology by : George K. Knopf

In Optical Nano and Micro Actuator Technology, leading engineers, material scientists, chemists, physicists, laser scientists, and manufacturing specialists offer an in-depth, wide-ranging look at the fundamental and unique characteristics of light-driven optical actuators. They discuss how light can initiate physical movement and control a variety of mechanisms that perform mechanical work at the micro- and nanoscale. The book begins with the scientific background necessary for understanding light-driven systems, discussing the nature of light and the interaction between light and NEMS/MEMS devices. It then covers innovative optical actuator technologies that have been developed for many applications. The book examines photoresponsive materials that enable the design of optically driven structures and mechanisms and describes specific light-driven technologies that permit the manipulation of micro- and nanoscale objects. It also explores applications in optofluidics, bioMEMS and biophotonics, medical device design, and micromachine control. Inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers to advance light-driven technologies, this book gives readers a solid grounding in this emerging interdisciplinary area. It thoroughly explains the scientific language and fundamental principles, provides a holistic view of optical nano and micro actuator systems, and illustrates current and potential applications of light-driven systems.

Microsystem Design

Microsystem Design
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 699
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ISBN-10 : 9780306476013
ISBN-13 : 0306476010
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Microsystem Design by : Stephen D. Senturia

It is a real pleasure to write the Foreword for this book, both because I have known and respected its author for many years and because I expect this book’s publication will mark an important milestone in the continuing worldwide development of microsystems. By bringing together all aspects of microsystem design, it can be expected to facilitate the training of not only a new generation of engineers, but perhaps a whole new type of engineer – one capable of addressing the complex range of problems involved in reducing entire systems to the micro- and nano-domains. This book breaks down disciplinary barriers to set the stage for systems we do not even dream of today. Microsystems have a long history, dating back to the earliest days of mic- electronics. While integrated circuits developed in the early 1960s, a number of laboratories worked to use the same technology base to form integrated sensors. The idea was to reduce cost and perhaps put the sensors and circuits together on the same chip. By the late-60s, integrated MOS-photodiode arrays had been developed for visible imaging, and silicon etching was being used to create thin diaphragms that could convert pressure into an electrical signal. By 1970, selective anisotropic etching was being used for diaphragm formation, retaining a thick silicon rim to absorb package-induced stresses. Impurity- and electrochemically-based etch-stops soon emerged, and "bulk micromachining" came into its own.

Actuators and Their Applications

Actuators and Their Applications
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 272
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ISBN-10 : 9781119662709
ISBN-13 : 1119662702
Rating : 4/5 (09 Downloads)

Synopsis Actuators and Their Applications by : Inamuddin

As demand has increased for new types of equipment that are more suited to the ever-evolving world of industry, demand for both new and traditional types of actuators has soared. From automotive and aeronautical to biomedical and robotics, engineers are constantly developing actuating devices that are adapted to their particular needs in their particular field, and actuators are used in almost every field of engineering that there is. This volume not only lays out the fundamentals of actuators, such as how they operate, the different kinds, and their various applications, but it also informs the engineer or student about the new actuators that are being developed and the state-of-the-art of actuators. Edited and written by highly experienced and well-respected engineers with a deep understanding of their subject, there is no other volume on actuators that is more current or comprehensive. Whether as a guide for the latest innovations in actuators, a refresher reference work for the veteran engineer, or an introductory text for the engineering student, this is a must-have for any engineer’s or university’s library. Covering the theory and the practical applications, this breakthrough volume is a “one stop shop” for any engineer or student interested in actuators.

Polyurethane Shape Memory Polymers

Polyurethane Shape Memory Polymers
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 374
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ISBN-10 : 9781439838013
ISBN-13 : 1439838011
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Polyurethane Shape Memory Polymers by : W.M. Huang

Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are some of the most important and valuable engineering materials developed in the last 25 years. These fascinating materials demonstrate remarkably versatile properties-including capacity for actuation and stimulus responsiveness-that are enabling technologists to develop applications used to explore everything from th

Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys

Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys
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Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages : 222
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ISBN-10 : 9780128093849
ISBN-13 : 0128093846
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys by : Hee Young Kim

Ni-free Ti-based Shape Memory Alloys reviews the fundamental issues of biomedical beta-type Ti base shape memory and superelastic alloys, including martensitic transformation, shape memory and superelastic properties, alloy development, thermomechanical treatment and microstructure control, and biocompatibility. Some unique properties, such as large nonlinear elastic behavior and low Young's modulus, observed in metastable Ti alloys are discussed on the basis of phase stability. As it is expected that superelastic Ti alloys will further expand the applications of shape memory alloys within the biomedical field, this book provides a comprehensive review of these new findings in Ti-base shape memory and superelastic alloys. - Includes coverage of phase transformations in titanium alloys - Discusses mechanical properties and alloy development - Presents a review of Ti-based shape alloys and their applications