Shape-Memory Polymers for Aerospace Applications (Hardcover)

A technical analysis of shape-memory polymers (SMPs) and their composites, particularly in adaptive materials, this volume introduces designs linking SMPs to metals, elastomers, foams, nanoparticles and other materials, as well as the engineering of SMPs directly into parts and active (morphing) components. Attention is given to controlled structures activated by light, heat, electricity and other energy sources, as well as the connection of SMPs with actuators. Part one discusses the activation and analysis of the shape memory response, including shape recovery. Subsequent chapters offer modeling and other tools for investigating the SMP response, including shape recovery. Part three combines the response with micro- and macro-scale reinforcing phases for producing SMP composites, and the following section discusses synthetic and nanostructured customization of the shape memory polymer response. The final section focuses on specific SMP concepts in aircraft, including morphing skins, wings, unimorph composite actuators for deployment, and variable stiffness elements.Some of the highlights of the book include: Shape-memory polymer chemistry and design for active materials and morphing structures. Essential equations for analysis of the structure, behavior and properties of SMPs. Many graphs and figures in full color .

General

Imprint:	Destech Publications
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2015
Editors:	Gyaneshwar P. Tandon • Amber J W McClung • Jeffery W. Baur
Dimensions:	173 x 246 x 39mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	658
ISBN-13:	978-1-60595-118-8
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Chemistry > Organic chemistry > Polymer chemistry Books > Professional & Technical > Transport technology > Aerospace & aviation technology > General
LSN:	1-60595-118-8
Barcode:	9781605951188

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