Multi-Objective Design Optimization of a Shape Memory Alloy Flexural Actuator

Multi-Objective Design Optimization of a Shape Memory Alloy Flexural Actuator

This paper presents a computational model and design optimization strategy for shape memory alloy (SMA) flexural actuators. These actuators consist of curved SMA wires embedded within elastic structures; one potential application is positioning microcatheters inside blood vessels during clinical tre...

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Main Authors: Casey D. Haigh, John H. Crews, Shiquan Wang, Gregory D. Buckner
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-02-01
Series:Actuators
Subjects:
shape memory alloy
microscale actuation
design optimization
genetic algorithm
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0825/8/1/13

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