Elastomeric Surface Actuation System

Abstract

A system for deforming or actuating an elastomeric structure is described. The system includes a plurality of tubes joined to the elastomeric structure. The tubes extend in the direction of a desired strain to be applied to the elastomeric structure and are constrained from circumferential expansion. When a pressurized fluid is applied to the tubes, the tubes deform causing a like deformation of the elastomeric structure.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 22, 1998
Accession Number
ADD019023

Entities

People

  • Thomas J. Gieseke

Organizations

  • United States Department of the Navy

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Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Actuators
  • Attachment
  • Composite Structures
  • Connectors
  • Fluid Control
  • Hydraulic Brakes
  • Internal Pressure
  • Inventions
  • Materials
  • Membranes
  • Military Research
  • Patent Applications
  • Patents
  • Pressure Distribution
  • Reinforcing Materials
  • Unmanned Underwater Vehicles
  • Vehicles

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  • Materials Science (Mechanical Engineering).
  • Reinforced Composite Materials
  • Robotics and Automation.