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From: jpaulson@chat.carleton.ca (Jess Paulson)
Subject: Re: Artifical Muscles
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Jonathan Mandell (mandellj@iia.org) wrote:
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> Subject: Robofish and Artifical Muscles
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> I was reading an article in a publication called Technology Transfer Week 
> dated Jan. 10, 1995. Aparently some researchers at the University of New 
> Mexico have been successful at creating artificial muscles. These muscles 
> have been used to power several machines as well as a robotic fish which 
> can swim in a tank. Apparently the army has been involved in some manner 
> in this research I would like to get further information on this 
> subject. Can anyone provide a contact person at the Unveristy of New 
> Mexico whom could provide me with some more information.

> Thanks Kindly!!

> Jonathan Mandell
> Project Designer
> Rubbermaid Inc.
> email: mandellj@iia.org
> Phone: 703-542-8422


I don't know if this is what you're looking for but some-one else
might be interested too...

from WIRED magazine, Feb.'94:

	"...project freaks take note, Muscle Wires are in. When you
apply electricity, Muscle Wires can move things without a motor.
Muscle Wires are actualy strands and springs of a special
nickel-titanium alloy called nitenol, which changes its shape in
response to differences in temperature. A small electric current
causes Muscle Wires to heat and shrink. Turn off the current and they
expand. You can use them for just about anything, from making silent
fans to lightweight, moterless walking robots. The project book
includes instructions and ideas for everything from computer-controled
systems to movie effects. You can order a project book and hobbyist
kit for US$59.95, or an R&D lab pack for US$249. (800)374 5764, +1
(415) 455 9330." 

I don't know anything about them, I just remembered clipping the
article when I saw your post and searched it out. Hope its of some use?

					Jess.

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