Clamping device utilizing a shape memory alloy

Details Clamping device utilizing a shape memory alloy Clamping device utilizing a shape memory alloy

1986-09-29

1988-05-10

Weidenfeld, Gil

Electrical connectors

Heat responsive contact pressure control

285404, 285381, 403404, 403328, 439932, H01R 1320

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047430796

ABSTRACT:
A clamping device for securing an object within an aperture of a ring member utilizing a shape memory alloy material. The shape memory alloy material contracts when heated and operates to bias pin members inwardly within a central opening of the ring to thereby secure an object such as a canister placed therein. The shape memory alloy material may be in the form of a strap or wire which is easily heated and provides for a fast clamping and release action of the clamping device.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3379218 (1968-04-01), Conde
patent: 3405958 (1968-10-01), Holdren
patent: 3913444 (1975-10-01), Otte

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