Development of a nano-satellite micro-coupling mechanism with characterization of a shape memory alloy interference joint

Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited === This thesis describes the design, development, and testing of an innovative nonexplosive actuator (NEA) microcoupling device. The micro-coupling is obtained through the use of a nickel titanium (NiTi), shape memory alloy (SMA) cylindrical ri...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Crane, William M.
Other Authors: Romano, Marcello
Published: Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School 2012
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10945/5015