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4D printing: interdisciplinary integration of smart materials, structural design, and new functionality

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Highlights The key technological roadmap for implementation of 4D printing is comprehensively summarized. Material-structure-functionality integrated aspects in 4D printing are emphasized. The links between smart materials, 3D printing techniques, structures, stimulus, and new functionalities for multidisciplinary applications are established. General approaches to designing programmable structures for 4D printing are introduced.

Source: International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing

DOI: 10.1088/2631-7990/ace090

Authors: Zhiyang Lyu, Jinlan Wang, Yunfei Chen

Institution: Southeast University

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Materials and Mechanics

Subfield: Mechanical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

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