Finite Element Simulation of NiTiNb Shape Memory Alloy Pipe-Joint Subjected to Coupled Transformation and Plastic Deformation

Figure 2

The experimental test: (a) the NiTiNb sample, (b) the size of the sample (mm), (c) the experimental clamping state, and (d) the temperature environment.

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