Research Thesis Topic
Shape Memory Polymers Thermal/Light Activate for Space and Aerospace Structures
Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are a type of polymers that can be programmed and recover under a specific stimulus such as heat, electricity, light, magnetism, pH levels, etc . Researchers all over the world are currently developing SMPs and SMPCs to be used in extra-terrestrial applications such as LEO satellites . Deployable hinges , booms, structures , solar arrays and switches are few among them. So far, no one has not attempted to develop a load bearing application with the SMPs except for the terrestrial uses. This project aims to develop SMP composites for LEO and Deep Space application where significant load bearing capacity is required.
- Centre for Future Materials
- School of Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy (DPHD)
Please review the admission requirements for the academic program associated with this Thesis Topic
Needs a background on engineering