Shape Memory Microactuators
Download or Read eBook Shape Memory Microactuators PDF written by Manfred Kohl and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-03-09 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Manfred Kohl |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 265 |
Release | : 2013-03-09 |
ISBN-10 | : 9783662098752 |
ISBN-13 | : 366209875X |
Rating | : 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Shape Memory Microactuators by : Manfred Kohl
Book excerpt: 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.