An actuator for producing motion and force by controlling the twin structure orientation of an actuator material

摘要

The present invention relates to an actuator including an actuating element for producing motion and/or force. The actuating element comprises material having a twinned structure. It is possible to change the proportions of the twin variants with a magnetic field, induced by at least one source of a magnetic field. The actuator is suitable for a number of applications including pumps, motors, injectors and the like applications where motion and/or force is needed. <IMAGE>