Smart Materials and Their Applications:A Review

Review Article
A.C Pandey ., Namarta Thakur and Shriram Lahauriya
DOI: 
http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijrsr.20251601.010
Subject: 
Physics
KeyWords: 
Smart materials, Self-healing polymers, Environmental specialists, Aerospace engineering, Biomedical engineering.
Abstract: 

In the present study, we explore the transformative impact of smart materials and their diverse applications in science, engineering, and technology disciplines. Smart materials exhibit adaptive behaviors in response to environmental changes, such as temperature, stress, or electromagnetic fields. These materials encompass a wide range of substances, including shape memory alloys, piezoelectric materials, and self-healing polymers, each with specific functionalities that enhance performance and functionality in different applications.Collaborations between chemical engineers, materials scientists, computational experts, and environmental specialists facilitate the development of integrated solutions for challenges such as carbon capture, renewable energy integration, and sustainable chemical synthesis. This collaborative approach not only fosters innovation but also ensures that technological advancements align with societal and environmental sustainability goals.In aerospace engineering, smart materials contribute to lightweight structures, active vibration control, and morphing wing designs, improving aerodynamic performance and fuel efficiency. Moreover, in biomedical engineering, smart materials are used in implants, drug delivery systems, and tissue engineering scaffolds, where their biocompatibility and responsiveness enable precise therapeutic interventions and tissue regeneration. Interdisciplinary collaboration between material scientists, engineers, and biomedical researchers is crucial for advancing smart materials.