by xotmetals | Sep 1, 2024 | Nitinol, Shape memory alloys, Uncategorized
Improve appliance design by using heat generated during normal appliance operation to drive Shape Memory Alloy technology. Shape memory alloys (SMA) are metal alloys with unique crystalline structures that allow them to be deformed at a low temperature and to return...
by xotmetals | Apr 8, 2024 | NiTi, Nitinol
The unique properties of NiTi have provided the enabling technology for many groundbreaking applications in the medical and dental industries. These applications have included everything from surgical tools to permanent implants, including implants within the...
by xotmetals | Sep 1, 2023 | Nickel titanium, Niobium Titanium Alloy, NiTiCu, Nitinol, Shape memory alloys, TiNiCu
Introduction to SMAs Shape memory alloys (SMAs) are metallic alloys that undergo solid-to-solid phase transformations induced by appropriate temperature and/or stress changes and during which they can recover seemingly permanent strains. Such alloys include NiTi,...
by xotmetals | Jul 16, 2023 | Niobium Titanium Alloy, NiTiCu, Nitinol, TiNiCu
Brief Introduction of Shape Memory Alloy A shape-memory alloy (also know as SMA, smart metal, memory metal, memory alloy, muscle wire, smart alloy) is considered one of the most promising smart materials on the market today. They can provide novel solution in several...
by xotmetals | May 10, 2023 | Nitinol, Titanium alloys
A comfortable and relaxing shower is an essential part of our daily routine, but it can be frustrating when the water temperature keeps fluctuating, making it a challenging experience. This is where the Niti thermostat for the shower comes in, providing a solution...
by xotmetals | May 13, 2022 | Nickel Alloys, Nickel titanium, Nitinol
Shape memory alloys (SMAs) are materials that can be deformed at one temperature but when heated or cooled, return to their original shape, i.e. the alloy appears to have a memory. Strains of up to about 10% can be fully recovered. Alloys that exhibit this effect only...
