Material chemistry

Evaluation of dielectric elastomers to develop materials suitable for actuation

Publié le - Soft Matter

Auteurs : Philippe Banet, Nouh Zeggai, Jonathan Chavanne, Giao Nguyen, Linda Chikh, Cédric Plesse, Morgan Almanza, Thomas Martinez, Yoan Civet, Yves Perriard, Odile Fichet

Commercial dielectric elastomers and their modification methods are reviewed. A method is proposed to overcome the complex interdependency of their properties allowing quick comparison and selection of suitable materials for soft actuator applications.