Patents Examined by Tom M. Dougherty
  • Conjugated polymer actuator responsive to electrical stimulation
    Patent number: 6936955
    Abstract: A conjugated polymer actuator having attached electrodes is described wherein direct electrical stimulation induces changes in the dimensions and mechanical properties thereof without the need for electrolytes or counter electrodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2005
    Assignee: Santa Fe Science and Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Elisabeth Smela, Mark W. Tilden, Benjamin R. Mattes