Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems

Deming Zhang; Jianping Wang

doi:10.47297/taposatWSP2633-456911.20260703

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Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems

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Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems
Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems
Henan Polytechnic University, Jiaozuo, Henan, 454191, China
2026年7卷第3期页码：54-56
纸质出版：2026-03-30
DOI：10.47297/taposatWSP2633-456911.20260703
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Deming Zhang & Jianping Wang. (2026). Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems. 科技理论与实践（英文版）, 7(3), 54-56.

Zhang Deming,Wang Jianping.Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems[J].Theory and Practice of Science and Technology,2026,07(03):54-56.
Deming Zhang & Jianping Wang. (2026). Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems. 科技理论与实践（英文版）, 7(3), 54-56. DOI： 10.47297/taposatWSP2633-456911.20260703.

Zhang Deming,Wang Jianping.Advances in the Application of Shape-Memory Materials in Smart Wearable Systems[J].Theory and Practice of Science and Technology,2026,07(03):54-56. DOI： 10.47297/taposatWSP2633-456911.20260703.

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Shape-memory materials are capable of returning to a predetermined shape or generating a restoring stress in response to external stimuli such as thermal

electrical

optical or magnetic forces. Combining advantages such as light weight

flexibility

programmable response and structural reconfigurability

they have gradually become a vital material foundation for smart wearable systems. This paper follows the main thread of 'Materials and Structural Fundamentals—Typical Wearable Applications—Key Issues and Development Trends'

systematically reviews research progress in shape memory materials across areas such as wearable sports assistance and rehabilitation

thermal management and thermotherapy

flexible sensing and haptic interaction

and functional and medical apparel. It focuses on summarising the adaptation pathways

representative configurations and performance characteristics of different material systems and fabrication methods

whilst discussing the major challenges currently faced in terms of response speed

thermal safety

cycling stability

textile processing compatibility and system integration. It also offers a outlook on future trends in multifunctional synergy

closed-loop control

personalised design and mass production.

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