Ionic Polymer-Metal Composites
Ionic Polymer-Metal Composites

Author: Srijan Bhattacharya

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2022-05-02

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 100055354X

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This book focuses on electro active polymer material known as Ionic Polymer Metal Composite (IPMC) having unique applicability as sensor and actuator which finds extensive use in various domain of engineering and science research. Apart from fundamentals of the IPMC concept, various applications are covered extensively across the chapters including space, underwater and nanoscale, including manufacturing processes. Dedicated chapters are included for robotics and biomedical applications and possible research gaps. Future research perspectives for IPMC are also discussed. Features: Covers principle of Ionic Polymer Metal Composite (IPMC), manufacturing processes, applications, and future possibilities in a systematic manner Highlights IPMC practical applicability in biomedical engineering domain Explores Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNT) based IPMC soft actuators Discusses IPMC applications in underwater areas Includes IPMC application in robotics focusing on special compliant mechanism This book is aimed toward researchers, graduate students and professionals in materials and mechanical engineering, robotics, mechatronics, biomedical engineering, and physics.

Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IMPCs)
Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IMPCs)

Author: Mohsen Shahinpoor

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 454

ISBN-13: 178262077X

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A comprehensive resource on ionic polymer metal composites (IPMCs) edited by the leading authority on the subject.

Bioinspired Sensing, Actuation, and Control in Underwater Soft Robotic Systems
Bioinspired Sensing, Actuation, and Control in Underwater Soft Robotic Systems

Author: Derek A. Paley

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-11-06

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 303050476X

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This book includes representative research from the state‐of‐the‐art in the emerging field of soft robotics, with a special focus on bioinspired soft robotics for underwater applications. Topics include novel materials, sensors, actuators, and system design for distributed estimation and control of soft robotic appendages inspired by the octopus and seastar. It summarizes the latest findings in an emerging field of bioinspired soft robotics for the underwater domain, primarily drawing from (but not limited to) an ongoing research program in bioinspired autonomous systems sponsored by the Office of Naval Research. The program has stimulated cross‐disciplinary research in biology, material science, computational mechanics, and systems and control for the purpose of creating novel robotic appendages for maritime applications. The book collects recent results in this area.

Composite Materials
Composite Materials

Author: Kamal K. Kar

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-10-14

Total Pages: 694

ISBN-13: 3662495147

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Composite materials are used as substitutions of metals/traditional materials in aerospace, automotive, civil, mechanical and other industries. The present book collects the current knowledge and recent developments in the characterization and application of composite materials. To this purpose the volume describes the outstanding properties of this class of advanced material which recommend it for various industrial applications.

Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IMPCs)
Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IMPCs)

Author: Mohsen Shahinpoor

Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 458

ISBN-13: 1782627219

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A comprehensive resource on ionic polymer metal composites (IPMCs) edited by the leading authority on the subject.

Biomedical Applications of Electroactive Polymer Actuators
Biomedical Applications of Electroactive Polymer Actuators

Author: Federico Carpi

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-04-13

Total Pages: 496

ISBN-13: 9780470744680

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Giving fundamental information on one of the most promising families of smart materials, electroactive polymers (EAP) this exciting new titles focuses on the several biomedical applications made possible by these types of materials and their related actuation technologies. Each chapter provides a description of the specific EAP material and device configuration used, material processing, device assembling and testing, along with a description of the biomedical application. Edited by well-respected academics in the field of electroactive polymers with contributions from renowned international experts, this is an excellent resource for industrial and academic research scientists, engineers, technicians and graduate students working with polymer actuators or in the fields of polymer science.

Electroactive Polymer (EAP) Actuators as Artificial Muscles
Electroactive Polymer (EAP) Actuators as Artificial Muscles

Author: Yoseph Bar-Cohen

Publisher: SPIE Press

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 790

ISBN-13: 9780819452979

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Covers the field of EAP with attention to all aspects and full infrastructure, including the available materials, analytical models, processing techniques, and characterization methods. This second edition covers advances in EAP in electric EAP, electroactive polymer gels, ionomeric polymer-metal composites, and carbon nanotube actuators.

Artificial Muscles
Artificial Muscles

Author: Mohsen Shahinpoor

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2007-02-21

Total Pages: 482

ISBN-13: 1584887141

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Smart materials are the way of the future in a variety of fields, from biomedical engineering and chemistry to nanoscience, nanotechnology, and robotics. Featuring an interdisciplinary approach to smart materials and structures, Artificial Muscles: Applications of Advanced Polymeric Nanocomposites thoroughly reviews the existing knowledge of

Electroactive Polymers for Robotic Applications
Electroactive Polymers for Robotic Applications

Author: Kwang J. Kim

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-01-17

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1846283728

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This book covers the fundamental properties, modeling, and demonstration of Electroactive polymers in robotic applications. It particularly details artificial muscles and sensors. In addition, the book discusses the properties and uses in robotics applications of ionic polymer–metal composite actuators and dielectric elastomers.