Abstract
Chemomechanical energy conversion exhibited by a gel lever has been studied both theoretically and experimentally. Based on the thermodynamical theory of anisotropic swelling, the effective mechanical work produced, the chemical energy consumed, and the efficiency of conversion are discussed. The results of model calculations are compared with real experiments performed on water-swollen poly(vinyl alcohol) gels. The mechanical work as well as the free energy change during the process have been determined from experimental data.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 190-201 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures |
| Volume | 4 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| Publication status | Published - Apr 1993 |
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On the thermodynamics of chemomechanical energy conversion realized by neutral gels. / Zrínyi, M.; Horkay, F.
In: Journal of Intelligent Material Systems and Structures, Vol. 4, No. 2, 04.1993, p. 190-201.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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AB - Chemomechanical energy conversion exhibited by a gel lever has been studied both theoretically and experimentally. Based on the thermodynamical theory of anisotropic swelling, the effective mechanical work produced, the chemical energy consumed, and the efficiency of conversion are discussed. The results of model calculations are compared with real experiments performed on water-swollen poly(vinyl alcohol) gels. The mechanical work as well as the free energy change during the process have been determined from experimental data.
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