Simulation of Operating a Cyclic Actuator Based on a Circular Force Element Made of Shape Memory Material

Resumo

We consider a linear cyclic unilateral actuator based on a force element made of a material with the shape memory (SM) effect and a return spring. We have developed a model of such an actuator, which makes it possible to connect its characteristics with functional properties of the SM material. The model makes it possible to perform engineering design of the main characteristics of the cyclic actuator.