Shape memory alloys
This Collection welcomes original research on shape memory alloys, with a focus on their synthesis, structural and functional characterisation, and emerging applications.
Shape memory alloys (SMAs) are a unique class of functional materials that can recover their original shape after deformation when exposed to appropriate thermal or mechanical stimuli. This remarkable behaviour has positioned SMAs at the forefront across diverse fields, from biomedical devices and aerospace actuators to robotics and smart infrastructure. Recent advances in alloy design, processing techniques, and characterisation methods have significantly expanded the performance envelope of SMAs, enabling enhanced fatigue resistance, faster response times, and greater design flexibility. At the same time, the complex interplay between microstructure, thermomechanical behaviour, and functional fatigue continues to drive fundamental research.
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Submitting a paper for consideration
To submit your manuscript for consideration at Scientific Reports as part of this Collection, please follow the steps detailed on this page. On the first page of our online submission system, under “I’m submitting:” select the option “A research article”. Under the “Details” tab, authors should select the Collection title: “Shape memory alloys” from the drop-down option. Authors should express their interest in the Collection in their cover letter.
Please ensure that your manuscript is submitted before midnight GMT on the listed deadline date. This submission system will close at exactly 00:00 GMT on the following day, so late submissions cannot be accepted.
Accepted papers are published on a rolling basis as soon as they are ready.
