Exploring the design and use of micro- and meso-actuators, this book begins with theory and a general synopsis of the state-of-the-art in theoretical research.

This book presents a basic introduction to micromechanisms and microactuators, particularly to their basic configurations and design. This book fills the persis

This book brings together investigations which combine theoretical and experimental results related to such systems as flexure hinges and compliant mechanisms f

The giant magneto-strain effect in Ni-Mn-Ga alloys is particularly attractive for actuator applications. Two different approaches are being pursued to develop M