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Advances in the smart materials applications in the aerospace industries

Al Arsh Basheer (Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, State University of New York, Buffalo, New York, USA and Research and Development Division, Oetiker Inc., Lancaster, Buffalo, New York, USA)

Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology

ISSN: 0002-2667

Article publication date: 29 May 2020

Issue publication date: 16 June 2020

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Abstract

Purpose

Smart materials also called intelligent materials are gaining importance continuously in many industries including aerospace one. It is because of the unique features of these materials such as self-sensing, self-adaptability, memory capabilities and manifold functions. For a long time, there is no review of smart materials. Therefore, it is considered worthwhile to write a review on this subject.

Design/methodology/approach

A thorough search of the literature was carried out through SciFinder, ScienceDirect, SpringerLink, Wiley Online Library and reputed and peer-reviewed journals. The literature was critically analyzed and a review was written.

Findings

This study describes the advances in smart materials concerning their applications in aerospace industries. The classification, working principle and recent developments (nano-smart materials) of smart materials are discussed. Besides, the future perspectives of these materials are also highlighted. Much research has not been done in this area, which needs more extensive study.

Originality/value

Certainly, this study will be highly useful for academicians, researchers and technocrats working in aerospace industries.

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Citation

Basheer, A.A. (2020), "Advances in the smart materials applications in the aerospace industries", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 92 No. 7, pp. 1027-1035. https://doi.org/10.1108/AEAT-02-2020-0040

Publisher

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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