A dielectric elastomer actuator with self-sensing capability

Nguyen Huu Chuc, Doan Vu Thuy, Jonggil Park, Duksang Kim, Jachoon Koo, Youngkwan Lee, Jae Do Nam, Hyouk Ryeol Choi

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Abstract

In this paper we present a dielectric elastomer actuator, which has the ability to sense the force acting on it without any additional sensing device. Basic physical behaviors of the dielectric elastomer are experimentally investigated and it is noted that the impedance of the dielectric elastomer varies depending on external forces acting on it. Based on that concept, we propose the principle of a self-sensing actuator according to experimental result. In addition, a multi-stacked actuator with self-sensing capability is realized to validate its feasibility.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationElectroactive Polymer Actuators and Devices (EAPAD) 2008
DOIs
StatePublished - 2008
EventElectroactive Polymer Actuators and Devices (EAPAD) 2008 - San Diego, CA, United States
Duration: 10 Mar 200813 Mar 2008

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume6927
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Conference

ConferenceElectroactive Polymer Actuators and Devices (EAPAD) 2008
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego, CA
Period10/03/0813/03/08

Keywords

  • Actuator
  • Dielectric elastomer
  • Self-sensing

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