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Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are some of the most important and valuable engineering materials developed in the last 25 years. These fascinating materials demonstrate remarkably versatile properties-including capacity for actuation and stimulus responsiveness-that are enabling technologists to develop applications used to explore everything from the outer reaches of space to…


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The book details the basics of shape memory alloys, gels, polymers, hybrids, and their composites. It describes the physical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical features along with the fabrication, characterization, and application aspects well addressed. The various questions that come to mind while dealing with polyurethane shape memory are clarified in simple language.

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