University of Minnesota
We are investigating the development of shape memory materials, and related ferromagnetic shape memory materials, for the production of motion at small scales. These materials undergo a reversible structural phase transformation with a change of shape. Because of their exceptionally high work output per unit volume, and the special interfaces that are possible (in theory) in single crystal films, these materials have high potential to be effective nanoscale motors that can be used to move, place, orient, actuate, and propel.
Supported by the National Science Foundation
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