TY - BOOK ID - 147856730 TI - 4D Printing of Composites : Methods and Applications. AU - Singh, Gurminder. AU - Kumar, Ranvijay. AU - Singh, Sunpreet. AU - Mustansar Hussain, Chaudhery. PY - 2024 SN - 0443215170 9780443215179 PB - San Diego : Elsevier Science & Technology, DB - UniCat KW - Additive manufacturing. KW - Smart materials. UR - https://www.unicat.be/uniCat?func=search&query=sysid:147856730 AB - This book provides an in-depth exploration of 4D printing in the context of composite materials, highlighting its evolution from traditional 3D printing. It covers the principles, methods, and applications of this advanced manufacturing technology, emphasizing the potential to create dynamic structures that respond to environmental stimuli. The volume is a comprehensive resource for understanding the synthesis of responsive materials and the fabrication of complex structures at various scales. It presents theoretical foundations as well as practical applications across diverse fields, including biomimetics and smart actuators. By addressing the challenges and future research pathways, the book aims to inspire innovation and collaboration among engineers, researchers, and professionals in the field of additive manufacturing and materials science. ER -