Analysis of mechanical characteristics of the ionic polymer metal composite (IPMC) actuator using cast ion-exchange film

被引:45
作者
Kim, B [1 ]
Kim, BM [1 ]
Ryu, J [1 ]
Oh, IH [1 ]
Lee, SK [1 ]
Cha, SE [1 ]
Pak, J [1 ]
机构
[1] Korea Inst Sci & Technol, Seoul 130650, South Korea
来源
SMART STRUCTURES AND MATERIALS 2003: ELECTROACTIVE POLYMER ACTUATORS AND DEVICES (EAPAD) | 2003年 / 5051卷
关键词
IPMC actuator; biocompatible actuator; polymer casting; ion-exchange polymer;
D O I
10.1117/12.484296
中图分类号
TH [机械、仪表工业];
学科分类号
0802 ;
摘要
IPMC (Ionic Polymer Metal Composite) is a promising candidate actuator for bio-related applications mainly due to its biocompatibility, soft properties and operation in wet condition. The widely used and commercialized ion-exchange polymer film has limitation in thicknesses, but more various film thicknesses are required for extensive applications. Especially for the enhanced force as an actuator, acquisition of thick film is essential. Various ion-exchange polymer films with thickness of 0.4-1.2 mm have been prepared by casting of liquid ion-exchange polymer. As well, IPMC actuators using cast ion-exchange polymer films have been fabricated and the basic mechanical characteristics such as stiffness, displacement and force were measured and analyzed. These results can be used for the optimized design of actuators for different applications.
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页码:486 / 495
页数:10
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