Wire forming of shape-memory alloys (smas) or negative thermal expansion (nte) materials for use in an energy recovery system

Abstract

The present invention relates to a system and method for or forming an elongated length of SMA or NTE material wire for use in an engine core, said system comprising a heat source adapted to cooperate with a base support; a wire holder support having a cavity to define a mould; said heat source is to configured to receive the wire holder support to engage the base support; the wire holder support holds part of the SMA or NTE material wire in the cavity such that on heating the part of the SMA or NTE material wire causes the SMA or NTE material wire shape to change to match the shape of the cavity mould; and a cooling module configured to cool the wire holder support and the SMA or NTE material wire shape.

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