Smart materials in architecture for actuator and sensor applications: A review

M Sobczyk, S Wiesenhütter… - Journal of Intelligent …, 2022 - journals.sagepub.com
Severe challenges such as depletion of natural resources, natural catastrophes, extreme
weather conditions, or overpopulation require intelligent solutions especially in architecture …

Use of shape-memory alloys in construction: a critical review

WS Chang, Y Araki - Proceedings of the Institution of Civil …, 2016 - icevirtuallibrary.com
Shape-memory alloys possess a number of unique characteristics, such as shape memory
and superelasticity. Shape memory means the alloys return to their original condition when …

Towards applications, processing and advancements in shape memory alloy and its composites

N Gangil, AN Siddiquee, S Maheshwari - Journal of Manufacturing …, 2020 - Elsevier
NiTi's exotic ability to memorize and regain memorized shape through simple triggers makes
it an outstanding material with potential to empower growth of modern applications …

Passive seismic unseating prevention strategies implemented in highway bridges: A state-of-the-art review

N ** properties in laser processed superelastic Cu-Al-Mn shape memory alloys
JP Oliveira, Z Zeng, T Omori, N Zhou, RM Miranda… - Materials & Design, 2016 - Elsevier
Cu-based shape memory alloys may be a prime candidate to replace NiTi in specific
applications due to their reduced cost and excellent superelasticity. Superelastic Cu-Al-Mn …

Probabilistic seismic performance evaluation of SMA-braced steel frames considering SMA brace failure

F Shi, G Saygili, OE Ozbulut - Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, 2018 - Springer
This study explores seismic performance of steel frame buildings with SMA-based self-
centering bracing systems using a probabilistic approach. The self-centering bracing system …