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Gas-operated actuator: A conceptRecyclable actuator does depend on valves for its operation. Palladium cathode tube in electrochemical cell is used to generate hydrogen by electrolysis. Hydrogen pressure generated inside tube causes expansion of bellows, which raises load. Bellows can be retracted by reversing electrical connections to cell electrodes.
Document ID
19730000133
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Simmonds, P. G.
Date Acquired
August 7, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1973
Subject Category
Physical Sciences
Report/Patent Number
NPO-11369
Report Number: NPO-11369
Accession Number
73B10133
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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