Acutators
Actuators are vital components that convert energy into mechanical motion, essential for various automated systems. Understanding the different types of actuators, such as pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, solenoids, and active materials, allows engineers to optimize machinery for efficiency and precision. The chapter provides insights into their principles, applications, advantages, and limitations, emphasizing their importance in industries like manufacturing, automotive, and robotics.
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What we have learnt
- Actuators convert energy into mechanical motion and are categorized into pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, solenoids, and active materials.
- Pneumatic actuators utilize compressed air, while hydraulic actuators use pressurized fluid, each with unique advantages and limitations.
- Electric motors include various types like DC, AC, BLDC, servo, and stepper motors, each serving distinct applications in mechanical systems.
Key Concepts
- -- Pneumatic Actuators
- Devices that produce motion using compressed air, commonly used in automation and manufacturing.
- -- Hydraulic Actuators
- Devices that generate mechanical motion through pressurized hydraulic fluid, suitable for heavy machinery.
- -- Electric Motors
- Machines that convert electrical energy into mechanical motion, including types like DC, AC, and BLDC motors.
- -- Solenoids
- Electromagnetic devices that convert electrical energy into linear motion, used in locks and valves.
- -- Active Materials
- Materials that change properties in response to stimuli, such as piezoelectric materials and shape memory alloys.
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