Nitinol Shape Memory Alloy Sheet, Thickness: 0,5 mm, AF: 80-85°C

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Nitinol Shape Memory Alloy Sheet, Thickness: 0,5 mm, AF: 80-85°C

Nitinol, a remarkable shape memory alloy composed of nickel and titanium, showcases its mesmerizing properties through a fascinating phase transformational change in its crystal structure, triggered by temperature fluctuations. As Nitinol transitions from its high-temperature austenite form to the low-temperature martensite form upon cooling, it undergoes a remarkable change in shape. This alloy finds diverse applications in various fields. First and foremost, Nitinol shines as an exceptional material for thermal and electrical actuators, playing crucial roles as sensors and actuators in thermal valves for fluidics and autofocus mechanisms in action cameras.

In the realm of biomedicine, Nitinol takes center stage. With its exceptional biocompatibility, it proves invaluable in the medical field as orthopedic implants, catheters, orthodontic brackets and wires, and neurovascular interventions, including stroke thrombolysis. Notably, Nitinol showcases its prowess as stents, where it adopts a collapsed form during insertion into an artery or vein. With the body’s warmth, it gracefully reverts to its original shape, enhancing blood flow and restoring vitality. Beyond the realm of medicine, Nitinol demonstrates its significance in structural engineering. The application of superelastic Nitinol in the construction of bridges and buildings offers unparalleled advantages. When embedded within concrete, Nitinol wires possess the incredible ability to detect and indicate cracks, even on a macroscopic scale.