This paper focuses on the research of mechanical and electrical characteristics of electro-active paper (EAPap). EAPap can undergo a large bending displacement at a relatively low voltage under low power consumption in dry conditions. The EAPap is a complex anisotropic material

which has not been extensively characterized and additional basic and design testing are required before developing application devices from EAPap. By calculating

the initial Young' s modulus of EAPap is in the range if 5-8GPa. The thermo-mechanical analysis of EAPap is investigated to determine such factors as the degree of dimensional change due to dehydration and the maximum use temperature. Fatigue test identifies critical properties of this under-analyzed class of materials to provide a measure of its fatigue capabilities. The electrical impedance analysis and dielectric property measurement with frequency are also important information that allows us to characterize the electrical behavior of EAPap. Finally

the performance of EAPap is measured in terms of tip displacement

blocking force and electrical power consumption.