Shape memory materials

This book provides an insight to the world of smart materials defining the mechanisms of shape changing, responding to various stimuli. The processes of fabrication, characterization, testing of the properties, and regular possible applications of these materials are discussed along with illustrations Abstract: "A CRC title, part of the Taylor & Francis imprint, a member of the Taylor & Francis Group, the academic division of T&F Informa plc." Read more... "This work addresses the basic principles, synthesis / fabrication and applications of smart materials, specifically shape memory materials. Based on origin, the mechanisms of transformations vary in different shape memory materials and are discussed in different chapters under titles of shape memory alloys, ceramics, gels and polymers. The scenario of composite formation with polymer matrix and reinforcement filler conductive materials leading to the shape morphing / changing / memorizing behavior is discussed in detail with suitable examples. The future prospects of such novel materials is included to kindle the imagination of readers that can lead to further development of smart materials."--Provided by publisher This work addresses the basic principles, synthesis / fabrication and applications of smart materials, specifically shape memory materialsBased on origin, the mechanisms of transformations vary in different shape memory materials and are discussed in different chapters under titles of shape memory alloys, ceramics, gels and polymersComplete coverage of composite formation with polymer matrix and reinforcement filler conductive materials with examples This book provides an insight to the world of smart materials defining the mechanisms of shape changing, responding to various stimuli. The processes of fabrication, characterization, testing of the properties, and regular possible applications of these materials are discussed along with illustrations-- Provided by publisher Content: Introduction. Shape Memory Alloy. Shape Memory Ceramics. Shape Memory Gels & Hybrids. Shape Memory Polymers. Shape Memory Polymer Composites. High Temperature Shape Memory Materials. Electro-Active Shape Memory Polymer Composites. Discussions, Future Prospects. References.