Shape memory alloys for microsystems: a review from a material research perspective

Y.J. Bellouard

doi:10.1016/j.msea.2007.02.166

Shape memory alloys for microsystems: a review from a material research perspective

Y.J. Bellouard

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Abstract

One important challenge of microsystems design is the implementation of miniaturized actuation principles efficient at the micro-scale. Shape memory alloys (SMAs) have early on been considered as a potential solution to this problem as these materials offer attractive properties like a high-power to weight ratio, large deformation and the capability to be processed at the micro-scale. This paper reviews various attempts made to introduce SMAs in microsystems as well as design principles for SMA microactuators. It presents the status of current research and potential developments from a material research perspective.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	582-589
Journal	Materials Science and Engineering A
Volume	481-482
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msea.2007.02.166
Publication status	Published - 2008

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