Working with Shape Memory Alloys

• Functional Testing for Shape Memory; see the Functional Af page
• Machining
• Metallographic Preparation and Metallography: See Special Metals Report #
• Physical and Mechanical Properties: Several reports and data bases are available. See the Physical and Mechanical Properties page.
• Shape Setting and Heat Treatment
• Soldering to Nitinol (Courtesy of Indium Corporation of America)
• Standards and Specifications: See Industry Standards page
• Surface Finishes
• Thermal Analysis; see the Thermal Analysis page
• Welding and Joining
• SmartFlex - Shape Memory Alloys Brochure (2.22 MB)
• Functional Characterization of SMA Wires in Actuation Conditions (381 KB)
• Fabrication Process and Characterization of NiTi Wires for Actuators (329 KB)
• Shape Memory Alloys
• Shape Memory Actuators for Automotive Applications