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2.02 Magnetic Actuation

Abstract

The fundamental principle behind magnetic actuation involves the interaction between magnetic fields and magnetic materials or current-carrying conductors, which can generate forces and torques to induce motion.\n\nMagnetic actuation offers several significant advantages over other common actuation mechanisms used in microsystems, such as electrostatic, thermal, piezoelectric, chemical, and pneumatic actuation. This makes magnetic actuation a preferred choice in various applications where precision, versatility, and non-invasive control are important.

Authors

Onaizah O; Zhang J

Book title

Comprehensive Microsystems

Pagination

pp. 41-70

Publisher

Elsevier

Publication Date

January 1, 2025

DOI

10.1016/b978-0-323-95478-5.00049-2

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