The document discusses shape memory alloys (SMAs) and their applications in textiles, highlighting their unique properties that allow them to revert to their original shapes upon heating. It details the manufacturing challenges of SMAs, different types of SMAs, and innovative applications such as smart textiles, programming methods, and potential uses in various industries. Additionally, it contrasts shape memory polymers (SMPs) with SMAs, noting the advantages of SMPs in terms of processing and cost.
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