#  Bill of Materials 

 



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SortMaterials   ![vhb.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/vhb.jpg?itok=XR42GP5z) 

 



   ![acrylic_sheets.png](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/acrylic_sheets.png?itok=93ozvwHO) 

 



VHB 4910\*\*

([Supplier link](http://www.mcmaster.com/#76665a64/=t8oxwl))



Acrylic to make frame

([Supplier link](http://www.mcmaster.com/#8560k354/=t8oz0e))



   ![carbon_grease.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/carbon_grease.jpg?itok=3B84pULb) 

 



   ![copper_tape.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/copper_tape.jpg?itok=6bbYFn3l) 

 



Carbon grease

([Supplier link](http://www.amazon.com/MG-Chemicals-Carbon-Conductive-Grease/dp/B000KQ1CWO))



Copper tape

([Supplier link](http://www.mcmaster.com/#76555a724/=t8p310))







\*\* use red backing to make stencils for prestretching and active area. This material doesn't stick to the VHB so it is very easy to work with.

SortTools   ![pen.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/pen.jpg?itok=C2d7Y6x3) 

 



   ![scissors.png](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/scissors.png?itok=9RYsUfZ2) 

 



Pen

Scissors

   ![cotton_swabs.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/cotton_swabs.jpg?itok=IWDaOUFA) 

 



   ![plastic_cup.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/plastic_cup.jpg?itok=cCRRp42W) 

 



Cotton Swabs (Q-Tips work fine)

Plastic Cup

   ![gloves.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/gloves.jpg?itok=c4grdHTM) 

 



   ![disposable_underlay.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/disposable_underlay.jpg?itok=DhHdWDUn) 

 



Gloves

Disposable underlay

   ![hva.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/hva.jpg?itok=d5y2sg80) 

 



   ![voltage_source.jpg](/sites/g/files/omnuum4601/files/styles/hwp_1_1__360x360_scale/public/sorotoolkit/files/voltage_source.jpg?itok=IMk0OLyD) 

 



High Voltage Amplifier

([Supplier link](https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/xp-power/AG20N-5/5873520?utm_adgroup=DC%20DC%20Converters&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping_Product_Power%20Supplies%20-%20Board%20Mount_NEW&utm_term=&utm_content=DC%20DC%20Converters&gclid=Cj0KCQjwla-hBhD7ARIsAM9tQKsD08XaoWLFseEKAs04YFPW9_U-mkUKRfJDSW-T9mJr1eq_fns800UaAtE2EALw_wcB))



Voltage source (signal generator if possible)





### Bibliography

Keplinger et al. (2012) [Harnessing snap-through instability in soft dielectrics to achieve giant voltage-triggered deformation.](/publications/harnessing-snap-through-instability-soft-dielectrics-achieve-giant-voltage)

Keplinger et al. (2013) [Stretchable, transparent, ionic conductors.](/publications/stretchable-transparent-ionic-conductors)

Koh et al. (2009) [Maximal energy that can be converted by a dielectric elastomer generator.](/publications/maximal-energy-can-be-converted-dielectric-elastomer-generator)

Wissler and Mazza (2007) [Mechanical behavior of an acrylic elastomer used in dielectric elastomer actuators.](/publications/mechanical-behavior-acrylic-elastomer-used-dielectric-elastomer-actuators)

Pelrine et al. (2001) [Dielectric elastomers: generator mode fundamentals and applications.](/publications/dielectric-elastomers-generator-mode-fundamental-and-applications)

Pelrine et al. (2000) [High-Speed Electrically Actuated Elastomers with Strain Greater Than 100%.](https://softroboticstoolkit.com/sorotoolkit/publications/high-speed-electrically-actuated-elastomers-strain-greater-100)

Röntgen WC. (1880) [Ueber die durch Electricität bewirkten Form—und Volumenänderungen von dielectrischen Körpern.](/publications/ueber-die-durch-electricitat-bewirkten-form%E2%80%94und-volumenanderungen-von)

Suo, Zhigang (2010) [Theory of dielectric elastomers.](/publications/theory-dielectric-elastomers)

### Contributors

Philipp Rothemund