Normally closed plunger-membrane microvalve self-actuated electrically using a shape memory alloy wire
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DOI: 10.1007/s10404-018-2049-1
Abstract: Various microfluidic architectures designed for in vivo and point-of-care diagnostic applications require larger channels, autonomous actuation, and portability. In this paper, we present a normally closed microvalve design capable of fully autonomous actuation for wide… read more here.
Keywords: plunger membrane; normally closed; shape memory; alloy wire ... See more keywords
Study on the Microstructure, Mechanical Properties and Corrosion Behavior of Mg-Zn-Ca Alloy Wire for Biomaterial Application
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DOI: 10.1007/s11665-018-3278-x
Abstract: Due to their excellent biocompatibility and biodegradability, magnesium alloy wires have attracted much attention for biomaterial applications including orthopedic K-wires and sutures in wound closure. In this study, Mg-3Zn-0.2Ca alloy wires were prepared by cold… read more here.
Keywords: alloy; wire; mechanical properties; alloy wire ... See more keywords
Exceptional mechanical properties of an Mg97Y2Zn1 alloy wire strengthened by dispersive LPSO particle clusters
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DOI: 10.1016/j.matlet.2019.01.089
Abstract: Abstract A 0.31 mm-diameter Mg97Y2Zn1 alloy wire with high yield strength of 550 MPa, ultimate tensile strength of 570 MPa and elongation of 12% was successfully prepared via the combination of ECAP and heavy drawing at elevated temperatures.… read more here.
Keywords: alloy wire; mechanical properties; exceptional mechanical; mg97y2zn1 alloy ... See more keywords
Owl-Neck-Spine-Inspired, Additively Manufactured, Joint Assemblies with Shape Memory Alloy Wire Actuators
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DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics8010117
Abstract: Nature provides a considerable number of good examples for simple and very efficient joint assemblies. One example is the enormously flexible cervical spine of American barn owls, which consists of 14 cervical vertebrae. Each pair… read more here.
Keywords: memory alloy; owl neck; alloy wire; shape memory ... See more keywords