title: Actuating Fibers: Design and Applications.
abstract: Actuators are devices capable of moving or controlling objects and systems by applying mechanical force on them. Among all kinds of actuators with different shapes, fibrous ones deserve particular attention. In spite of their apparent simplicity, actuating fibers allow for very complex actuation behavior. This review discusses different approaches for the design of actuating fibers, and their advantages and disadvantages. We also discuss the prospects for the design of fibers with advanced architectures and complex actuation behavior.
authors: College of Engineering, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Georgia , Athens, Georgia 30602, United States.
authors: Georgi V
authors: GV
authors: Stoychev
authors: College of Engineering, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Georgia , Athens, Georgia 30602, United States.
authors: Leonid
authors: L
authors: Ionov
keywords: actuators; artificial muscles; fibers; smart materials; smart textiles