Specialized propulsors for naval applications have numerous opportunities in terms of research, design, and fabrication of an appropriate propulsor. One of the most important components of any propulsor is the actuator that provides the mode of locomotion. ionomeric electroactive polymer may offer an attractive solution for locomotion of small propulsors. A common ionomeric electroactive polymer, ionic polymer-metal composites (IPMCs) give large true bending deformations under low driving voltages, operate in aqueous environments, are capable of transduction, and are relatively well understood. IPMC fabrication and operation are presented to further elucidate the use of the material for a propulsor. Various materials, including IPMCs, are investigated and a simplified propulsor model is explored.


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    Title :

    Ionomeric electroactive polymer artificial muscle for naval applications


    Contributors:
    Paquette, J.W. (author) / Kim, K.J. (author)

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    2004


    Size :

    9 Seiten, 65 Quellen




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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