Thermal Actuators in Aerospace and Defense: Enhancing Efficiency and Reliability in Critical Systems

Thermal actuators offer precise, automatic responses to temperature changes without needing external power, making them ideal for remote or demanding environments. This whitepaper explains the operating principles of thermal actuators, which often use paraffin wax to deliver controlled, repeatable motion as temperatures change. It covers various actuator types with unique benefits for high-cycle, high-force, or precision applications, concluding with applications in aerospace and defense, where their reliable, compact, and adaptable design proves invaluable.

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