Abstract
Shape-memory polymers (SMPs) have had a long and successful history in commercial use. From SMP aircraft rivets to heat-shrink tubing to medical implants, the applications for SMPs have been highly varied and across numerous industries. In this chapter we attempt to provide examples of SMPs that have seen some form of commercial success or have high potential for commercialization. It does not intend to be an exhaustive summary, but is instead a means of sparking the creative process for those designers looking to apply these uniquely functional materials for their own application. This chapter covers applications in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, commercial, and industrial fields.
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