The general features of Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs) operating in constrained recovery mode were described. A particular focus was given to the fastening and connection systems of recent industrial and scientific interest such as the beam-pipe couplers for Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) systems of particle accelerators. Such bolt-free connectors find a variety of potential applications in the high-energy physics domain, in particular for restricted access areas, thanks to their significant benefits in terms of space occupancy, bi-material joining and possible remote thermal installation/dismounting. The particle radiation effects on the functional characteristics of SMAs were also investigated as this represents a key issue for their use in radioactive environments. An overview of possible future applications of SMA connectors in high-energy physics and heavy industry sectors was also presented.
Heavy industry and high-energy physics
Niccoli F.
;Maletta C.;
2021-01-01
Abstract
The general features of Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs) operating in constrained recovery mode were described. A particular focus was given to the fastening and connection systems of recent industrial and scientific interest such as the beam-pipe couplers for Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) systems of particle accelerators. Such bolt-free connectors find a variety of potential applications in the high-energy physics domain, in particular for restricted access areas, thanks to their significant benefits in terms of space occupancy, bi-material joining and possible remote thermal installation/dismounting. The particle radiation effects on the functional characteristics of SMAs were also investigated as this represents a key issue for their use in radioactive environments. An overview of possible future applications of SMA connectors in high-energy physics and heavy industry sectors was also presented.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
