This book introduces shape memory alloy (SMA) technology with a specific focus on valve applications. The authors describe the basics of shape memory actuators, application characteristics of these smart materials, and the current and potential uses of this technology. The book includes an overview of thermal and electrical valves based on SMA as well as detailed approaches in product development of different SMA valve designs.
This book introduces shape memory alloy technology with a specific focus on valve applications. The authors describe application characteristics as well the current and potential uses of this technology. They include an overview of thermal and electrical valves as well as detailed valve design strategies.
Details characteristics of shape memory alloy drives in valve applications Describes and provides numerous examples of the current and potential uses of shape memory alloy valves Includes guidelines with usable design parameters for engineering shape memory alloy valve drives
Alexander Czechowicz
Functional Materials Intelligent Materials Intrinsic Sensor Functions Shape Memory Actuators Shape Memory Alloys Shape Memory Drives Shape Memory Technology Shape Memory Valves