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This special issue explores 3D/4D printing for shape memory materials. It covers fundamental research and applications of this advanced manufacturing technology.

Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Polymer Science

Background:

  • Focuses on the intersection of additive manufacturing and shape memory materials.
  • Highlights the growing interest in 3D/4D printing for advanced functional materials.

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  • Explores the fabrication of complex structures with shape memory properties.
  • Discusses the challenges and opportunities in developing novel shape memory polymers and alloys using 3D/4D printing.

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