Evaluation, analysis and mechatronic applications of muscle wires

Abstract

In this research, the evaluation of so-called muscle wires of various calibers was performed, experiencing the minimum currents that cause a deformation, either contraction or dilation in its length; as well as the maximum currents to which there is no longer any response in this sense or even its permanent destruction. After this evaluation and analysis of the behavior of the muscle wires, we experimented with two different basic mechanical models; with the intention of simulating the motor behavior of certain parts of the body; Although electronically they are simple, they require a correct analysis of the behavior and understanding of the systems to be emulated; obtaining up to a maximum load of a little more than 400 grams with arrangements of muscular wires; in such a way that, it can be concluded that the muscle wires can be used in mechatronic systems in the entertainment industry, or perhaps as part of the design of robotic hands whenever it is not required to hold or carry more weight than the arrangement of muscle wires can bear.