Non-linear temperature-dependent curvature of a Phase Change Composite Bimorph beam

• Main Author: Blonder, Greg E
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 10.02.2017
• Subjects: Physics - Materials Science; Physics - Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics

Bimorph films curl in response to temperature. The degree of curvature typically varies linearly with temperature and in proportion to the difference in thermal expansion of the individual layers. In many applications, such as controlling a thermostat, this gentle linear behavior is acceptable. In o...