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Shape Memory Polymers in Deployable Architecture

Journal: International Journal of Engineering Research (IJER) (Vol.7, No. 1)

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Page : 321-324

Keywords : SMPs; Parametricism; Construction techniques; Materials; Time and Scale;

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Abstract

This paper aims to demonstrate the use of shape memory polymers (SMPs) in deployable architecture. Increase in use of SMPs will certainly bring a paradigm shift in the field of construction and technology also it is cost cutting material in terms of time and labour. Time required to erect a structure in SMPs is half of the time required through conventional techniques for the same structure. Present day architecture is at the verge of shifting to Parametricism and digital architecture which mostly comprises of techniques like folded plate structures, blobitecture, scissor mechanisms, etc. Widely used materials for such techniques are metals like aluminium, steel or glass or concrete. Structures under the umbrella of Parametricism are generally large scale and permanent structures. Use of SMPs can bring small scale and temporary structures under one umbrella.

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