Ferromagnetic shape memory flapper

Yaniv Ganor, Doron Shilo, Nadege Zarrouati, Richard D. James

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Abstract

A new method for propulsion using a Ni2MnGa ferromagnetic shape memory flapper is introduced. We optically examine the magnetic field induced strain of pure shear by means of a state of the art generator that provides alternating magnetic fields of 7000 Oe at frequencies of up to 100 Hz. Preliminary measurements show local shear deformation of about 5%, which open new frontiers in propulsion mechanisms.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)277-279
Number of pages3
JournalSensors and Actuators, A: Physical
Volume150
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 25 2009
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Ferromagnetic shape memory alloys
  • Propulsion

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