Force sensor utilizing stiffness change of shape-memory polymer based on temperature

Force sensor utilizing stiffness change of shape-memory polymer based on temperature

Abstract In this study, we propose a force sensor using a shape-memory polymer (SMP) whose stiffness varies according to the temperature. An SMP can be deformed above its glass transition temperature (T g) by applying a small load. A deformed SMP maintains its shape when cooled below T g and returns...

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Main Authors: Kazuto Takashima, Hiroki Kamizono, Makoto Takenaka, Toshiharu Mukai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2017-06-01
Series:ROBOMECH Journal
Subjects:
Shape-memory polymer
Force sensor
Glass transition temperature
Cantilever
Strain gauge
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40648-017-0086-2

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