High-performance electroactive polymer transducers

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2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Dougherty, Thomas M (Department: 2837)

Electrical generator or motor structure

Non-dynamoelectric

Piezoelectric elements and devices

C310S328000, C310S348000, C310S800000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07990022

ABSTRACT:
Transducers employing electroactive polymer films are disclosed. Such transducers include an open frame and at least two layers extending within the frame, where the layers form a concave shape.

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