STUDY AND DEVELOPMENT OF MUSCLE SUBSTITUTES.
Abstract
The investigations in the current program concern the application of the low pressure contractive 'muscle-like' devices to electrical power generation, peristaltic pump action, and a single function electromyograph control system. Design studies indicate typical operational characteristics for the cited device applications. Predicted pump and generator power transfer efficiencies indicate no direct advantages when compared to current systems. Areas of utility for the contractive devices in limited control functions are indicated. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0634187
Entities
People
- Ernest L. Morrison Jr
- Howard A. Baldwin
- Ronald L. Brown