More and more powerful calculation methods are being used in the modelization of the human thorax, and considering the progress made in the domain of numerical analysis, this modelization is… (More)
Shape Memory Alloys (SMA) are good candidates to actuate endoscope heads but the cooling problem must be solved particularly in confined situations. For these reasons, a new SMA microactuator… (More)
Shape Memory Alloys (SMA) are now well recognized as potential materials for structural control. The optimised integration of some SMA devices in a mechanical structure for passive structural damping… (More)
This article reports on an ESF S3T EUROCORES sponsored networking activity called Roundrobin SMA modeling organized with the aim to compare capabilities of various thermomechanical models of shape… (More)
Abstract. In this paper, a double hinge-beam with a variable quadratic flexure moment is described. This smart beam can undergo a significant change of deflection. A shape memory alloy is used to… (More)