Shape memory alloy actuators and methods thereof
US11199183B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 27, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03B2205/0076
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
SMA actuators and related methods are described. One embodiment of an actuator includes a base; a plurality of buckle arms; and at least a first shape memory alloy wire coupled with a pair of buckle arms of the plurality of buckle arms. Another embodiment of an actuator includes a base and at least one bimorph actuator including a shape memory alloy material. The bimorph actuator attached to the base.
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