Transformation temperatures in NiTi shape memory alloys fabricated by laser based
directed energy deposition with substrate heating were measured via differential scanning …

A compliant two-fingered microgripper is designed, fabricated, and demonstrated. To mimic
human finger actuation, the proposed finger is distributively actuated by a shape memory …

With the progress of miniaturization, shape memory alloy (SMA) actuators exhibit high
energy density, self-sensing ability and ease of fabrication, which make them well suited for …

We present a framework for the design of a compliant system, ie, the concurrent design of a
compliant mechanism with embedded actuators and sensors. Our methods simultaneously …

Shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator is a potential advanced component for servo-systems of
aerospace vehicles and aircraft. This paper presents a joint with two degrees of freedom …

This article emphasises on the development of a straight forward approach for self-sensing
shape memory alloy. A direct differential resistance feedback is proposed, that eliminates …

This paper aims to implement the controllable deformation of a structure using Shape
Memory Alloys (SMA) actuators. A sensorless displacement estimation method is proposed …

Abstract Shape Memory Alloy wires are widely used as actuators due to their ability to
generate a wide range of force and displacement. In practice, these wires are activated …

Background Surgical robotic systems have been proven to be accurate and dexterous
during minimally invasive surgery (MIS). However, single incision laparoscopic surgery …

This paper investigates and realizes the self-sensing capability of shape memory alloy
(SMA) actuators. SMA exhibits large stroke, high energy density, and requires low driving …