BIASED RELEASABLE CONNECTION SYSTEM

摘要

The present invention is directed to providing a biased releasable connection system that is compact, lightweight, inexpensive and low-power. The system comprises a releasable object that is biased against a retaining mechanism until the connection is released. The system further comprises a small and lightweight shape memory alloy member to actuate the release of the connection. When the connection is released, the biasing mechanism propels the releasable object in a particular direction. The compact design of the system is partly attributable to the strategic utilization and positioning of the shape memory member within the system.