Three-Dimensional Modeling of Shape Memory Polymers Considering Finite Deformations and Heat Transfer /

Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are a relatively new class of active materials that can store a temporary shape and return to the original configuration upon application of a stimulus such as temperature. This shape changing ability has led to increased interest in their use for biomedical and aerospac...

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Main Author:	Volk, Brent Louis (Author)
Other Authors:	Maitland, Duncan J. (Thesis advisor), Lagoudas, Dimitris (Thesis advisor)
Format:	Thesis eBook
Language:	English
Published:	[College Station, Texas] : [Texas A & M University], [2013]
Subjects:	Major Materials Science and Engineering. Abaqus Polyurethane Thermomechanical characterization Finite deformations Finite elements Shape memory polymers
Online Access:	Link to OAK Trust copy