Optimal Design of a Shape Memory Alloy Actuator for Microgrippers
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چکیده
In this paper, a modular microactuator based on shape memory alloy (SMA) actuation to drive the joints of a microgripper is described. Its design is a combination of two SMA actuators installed on the links of a special mechanism : one of them drives the rotation of the joint and the other one produces the necessary force to manipulate objects. An accurate model of the thermo-mechanical behavior of SMA bers is proposed for the design of SMA actuators. The main performances of this microactuator are presented and discussed.
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