NASA NTRS · 19690000295
Electrothermal linear actuator
Abstract
Converting electric power into powerful linear thrust without generation of magnetic fields is accomplished with an electrothermal linear actuator. When treated by an energized filament, a stack of bimetallic washers expands and drives the end of the shaft upward.
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Derr, L. J., Tobias, R. A.. 1969-08-01. Electrothermal linear actuator. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19690000295
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