Acoustically Generated Micromachined Jet Arrays for Micropropulsion Applications

2002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael O. Mu¨ller ◽  
Luis P. Bernal ◽  
Peter D. Washabaugh ◽  
Tsung-Kuan A. Chou ◽  
Hanseup S. Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Scaling Laws ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Sound Design ◽  
Mems Devices ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Manufacturing Method ◽  
Electrostatically Actuated ◽  
Geometric Size ◽  
Accurate Performance

Theory, manufacturing and experimental results of acoustically generated micromachined jet arrays for micropropulsion applications are presented. A reduced order theoretical analysis is found to be an accurate performance predictor. Scaling laws derived from the theory suggest the performance benefits derived by reducing the geometric size of the resonators, specifically the application of MEMS technologies. A novel manufacturing method is employed to construct the devices, incorporating an electrostatically actuated membrane to drive the acoustic jets. Experimental results of the MEMS devices demonstrate a structurally sound design, and a performance commensurate with expectations.

PHOTOINDUCED NONLINEAR OCTUPOLAR POLARIZATION: TRANSIENT AND PERMANENT REGIMES

1996 ◽  
Vol 05 (04) ◽  
pp. 653-670 ◽  
Author(s):  
CÉLINE FIORINI ◽  
JEAN-MICHEL NUNZI ◽  
FABRICE CHARRA ◽  
IFOR D.W. SAMUEL ◽  
JOSEPH ZYSS
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Second Harmonic ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Polar Field ◽  
Rotational Spectrum ◽  
Dual Frequency ◽  
One Dimensional ◽  
Ethyl Violet ◽  
Disperse Red 1 ◽  
Good Agreement

An original poling method using purely optical means and based on a dual-frequency interference process is presented. We show that the coherent superposition of two beams at fundamental and second-harmonic frequencies results in a polar field with an irreducible rotational spectrum containing both a vector and an octupolar component. This enables the method to be applied even to molecules without a permanent dipole such as octupolar molecules. After a theoretical analysis of the process, we describe different experiments aiming at light-induced noncentrosymmetry performed respectively on one-dimensional Disperse Red 1 and octupolar Ethyl Violet molecules. Macroscopic octupolar patterning of the induced order is demonstrated in both transient and permanent regimes. Experimental results show good agreement with theory.

The Static and Dynamic Behavior of MEMS Arches Under Electrostatic Actuation

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassen M. Ouakad ◽  
Mohammad I. Younis ◽  
Fadi M. Alsaleem ◽  
Ronald Miles ◽  
Weili Cui
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Scales ◽  
Perturbation Technique ◽  
Dynamical Behavior ◽  
Primary Resonance ◽  
Reduced Order Model ◽  
Harmonic Load ◽  
Order Model ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Electrostatically Actuated ◽  
Model Equations

In this paper, we investigate theoretically and experimentally the static and dynamic behaviors of electrostatically actuated clamped-clamped micromachined arches when excited by a DC load superimposed to an AC harmonic load. A Galerkin based reduced-order model is used to discretize the distributed-parameter model of the considered shallow arch. The natural frequencies of the arch are calculated for various values of DC voltages and initial rises of the arch. The forced vibration response of the arch to a combined DC and AC harmonic load is determined when excited near its fundamental natural frequency. For small DC and AC loads, a perturbation technique (the method of multiple scales) is also used. For large DC and AC, the reduced-order model equations are integrated numerically with time to get the arch dynamic response. The results show various nonlinear scenarios of transitions to snap-through and dynamic pull-in. The effect of rise is shown to have significant effect on the dynamical behavior of the MEMS arch. Experimental work is conducted to test polysilicon curved microbeam when excited by DC and AC loads. Experimental results on primary resonance and dynamic pull-in are shown and compared with the theoretical results.

Implementation of a High-Precision Ultrasonic Rain Gauge

2013 ◽  
Vol 300-301 ◽  
pp. 382-388
Author(s):  
Zhan Wei Xu ◽  
Gui Lin Zheng
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
High Precision ◽  
Rain Gauge ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Full Description ◽  
Self Calibration ◽  
Velocity Of Ultrasound

A novel rain gauge based on acoustic self-calibration principle is proposed in the paper. Acoustic self-calibration principle can eliminate the uncertainty of the velocity of ultrasound and achieve accurate measurement of rainfall. The rain gauge not only overcomes the influence on the rainfall measurement under intensive rainfall conditions, but also improves the precision of rain gauge. Plenty of experiments have been done to validate the design. Both theoretical analysis and experimental results show the effectiveness of the rain gauge. A full description of the rain gauge and implementation are presented.

Reduced Order Model of MEMS Sensors Near Natural Frequency

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dumitru I. Caruntu ◽  
Jose C. Solis Silva
Keyword(s):  
Natural Frequency ◽  
Nonlinear Response ◽  
Casimir Effect ◽  
Electrostatic Force ◽  
Reduced Order Model ◽  
Mass Detection ◽  
Order Model ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
First Order ◽  
Electrostatically Actuated

The nonlinear response of an electrostatically actuated cantilever beam microresonator sensor for mass detection is investigated. The excitation is near the natural frequency. A first order fringe correction of the electrostatic force, viscous damping, and Casimir effect are included in the model. The dynamics of the resonator is investigated using the Reduced Order Model (ROM) method, based on Galerkin procedure. Steady-state motions are found. Numerical results for uniform microresonators with mass deposition and without are reported.

scholarly journals New Topologies of Lossless Grounded Inductor Using OTRA

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajeshwari Pandey ◽  
Neeta Pandey ◽  
Sajal K. Paul ◽  
A. Singh ◽  
B. Sriram ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Pspice Simulation ◽  
Operational Transresistance Amplifier

Two alternate topologies of lossless grounded inductor have been proposed using operational transresistance amplifier (OTRA). Three applications using the proposed inductors are also included. PSPice simulation and experimental results have been included to demonstrate the performance and verify the theoretical analysis.

Effects of wavelength error and spectral band width on measurement of alkaline phosphatase activity.

1979 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 429-431 ◽  
Author(s):  
R S Schifreen ◽  
R W Burnett
Keyword(s):  
Alkaline Phosphatase ◽  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Phosphatase Activity ◽  
Alkaline Phosphatase Activity ◽  
Spectral Band ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Band Width ◽  
Published Report ◽  
Two Factors

Abstract We re-examined the effects of wavelength error and spectral band width on the measurement of alkaline phosphatase activity. The methods we studied is relatively insensitive to these two factors, a conclusion we base on both experimental results and theoretical analysis. These findings are in conflict with a recently published report [Lott et al., Clin. Chem. 24, 938 (1978)], and we suggest a possible explanation for this.

ROM of Superharmonic Resonance of Second Order of Electrostatically Actuated MEMS Resonators

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dumitru I. Caruntu ◽  
Christian Reyes
Keyword(s):  
Second Order ◽  
Voltage Response ◽  
Order Model ◽  
Reduced Order ◽  
Superharmonic Resonance ◽  
Electrostatically Actuated ◽  
Mems Resonator ◽  
Mems Resonators ◽  
Method Effects ◽  
Ground Plate

This paper deals with the voltage-amplitude response (or voltage response) of superharmonic resonance of second order of MEMS resonator sensors under electrostatic actuation. The system consists of a MEMS flexible cantilever above a parallel ground plate. The AC frequency of actuation is near one fourth the natural frequency. The voltage response of the superharmonic resonance of second order of the structure is investigated using the Reduced Order Model (ROM) method. Effects of voltage and damping voltage response are reported.

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