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Figure 10.16
One of the groups of EAP actuators made by EMPA lifting two 5-gallon water containers.
pulling strength that is higher than human muscles (Schreyer et al., 2000). To encase the fibers and
chemicals that make up their EAP actuator, they designed an electrochemical cell. For the skeleton
of the arm they used a structure that is made of composite material and, for support, this structure
was connected to an aluminum base.
This competition has been a very important milestone for the field and helped accomplish the goals
of this challenge, namely:
1.
promote advances towards making EAP actuators that are superior to the performance of human
muscles;
2.
increase the worldwide visibility and recognition of EAP materials;
3.
attract interest among potential sponsors and users;
4.
lead to general public awareness since it is hoped that they will be the end users and beneficiaries in
many areas including medical, commercial, and other fields.
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