Structuring of electrorheological fluids in polymer matrices for miniature actuators.

ABSTRACT: Miniature actuators are utilized in various application fields, from robotics to medical devices, where compact dimensions, precise movements, and cost-effectiveness are crucial factors. Particularly for applications like braille displays, there is a critical demand for lightweight, portable, and affordable actuators to integrate into daily life for visually impaired people. However, existing actuation technologies such as electroactive polymers, electrorheological materials, and piezoelectric elements often do not meet the specific requirements of miniature actuators, especially for braille displays. Therefore, this study investigates the behavior of electrorheological fluids incorporated into polymer matrices of cellulose and proteins for miniature actuators to overcome the primary chall

SUBMITTER: Ihrens J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11620072 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature