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Shape memory alloy actuators and methods thereof

US12422733B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 11, 2021
Grant dateSep 23, 2025
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Expiry dateJul 3, 2043

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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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