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A Modeling and Simulation Method for Preliminary Design of an Electro-Variable Displacement Pump
Published on: June 1, 2022
Drive systems for miniature pumps
1Schwarzer Präzision GmbH & Co. KG, Essen, Germany. d.borstell@schwarzer.com
Abstract:
The huge variety of medical applications demands a similar number of pumps customised for optimum performance in each application. One important element that has a significant influence on the overall performance of a pump is its drive system. This article describes the typical drive systems employed in miniature pumps and highlights the consequences of selecting one type over another.
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