Browsing Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering by Subject "shape memory alloys"
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Design and Characterization of Self-Biasing NiTi Spring Actuator
(University of Waterloo, 2016-10-14)Spring actuators are essential components in vehicles as they are used for climate control, braking ventilation, engine control and fuel management. However, commercially available spring actuators are heavy and expensive ... -
Thermomechanical response of laser processed nickel-titanium shape memory alloy
(University of Waterloo, 2012-04-10)The exciting thermomechanical properties of nickel-titanium shape memory alloys have sparked significant research efforts seeking to exploit their exotic capabilities. Until recently, the performance capabilities of ...