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3 articles for “IPMC”
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Development of an Active Catheter Mechanism using IPMC for in vivo Inspection
Abstract: An active catheter mechanism designed and developed for body parts (interiors, oral) inspection using active polymeric actuator i.e. ionic polymer metal composite (IPMC). The first step is achieved by fabricating the low cost silver (Ag) electrode IPMC following the chemical decomposition method. When a voltage is applied, the catheter yields a transverse movement; at the same time can exhibit forward and backward motion enables it to inspect wide range of …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 60–69 Read article
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Theoretical and Experimental Investigation of Non-linear Vibration Response of an IPMC Actuator Subjected to Alternating Electric Potentialf
Abstract: The precise predication of stable and unstable zone for an applied excitation voltage and frequency is of importance in many micromechanical systems utilizing ionic polymer metal composite (IPMC) as the actuator. A linear dynamic model thus will no longer be valid for IPMC actuator having low thickness and thus more flexible. In this article, non-linear vibration characteristics of a silver (Ag) based IPMC actuator is studied under alternating electric potential …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 11–26 Read article
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Optimizing MEMS-Based Energy Harvesting with Piezoelectric and Thermoelectric Polymer Composites
Abstract: This research explores the development and performance of polymer-based composites, particularly Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and Electro active Polymers (EAPs), in MEMS-based energy harvesting systems. PVDF, a flexible piezoelectric material, is combined with ceramic powders such as lead zirconatetitanate (PZT) to enhance its piezoelectric response while retaining mechanical flexibility. EAPs, including ionic polymer-metal composites (IPMCs) and dielectric elastomers, are investigated for their ability to generate electrical power from mechanical deformations, offering …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 221–237 Read article