Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects

Laser processing is a versatile tool that enhances smart materials for diverse industries, allowing precise changes in material properties and customization of surface characteristics. It drives the development of smart materials with adaptive properties through laser modification, utilizing phototh...

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Main Authors: Serguei P. Murzin, Christian Stiglbrunner
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/1/85
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description Laser processing is a versatile tool that enhances smart materials for diverse industries, allowing precise changes in material properties and customization of surface characteristics. It drives the development of smart materials with adaptive properties through laser modification, utilizing photothermal reactions and functional additives for meticulous control. These laser-processed smart materials form the foundation of 4D printing that enables dynamic shape changes depending on external influences, with significant potential in the aerospace, robotics, health care, electronics, and automotive sectors, thus fostering innovation. Laser processing also advances photonics and optoelectronics, facilitating precise control over optical properties and promoting responsive device development for various applications. The application of computer-generated diffractive optical elements (DOEs) enhances laser precision, allowing for predetermined temperature distribution and showcasing substantial promise in enhancing smart material properties. This comprehensive overview explores the applications of laser technology and nanotechnology involving DOEs, underscoring their transformative potential in the realms of photonics and optoelectronics. The growing potential for further research and practical applications in this field suggests promising prospects in the near future.
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spelling doaj.art-f8e07a3933154170a82a86910e5fa5772024-01-10T14:50:52ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172023-12-011418510.3390/app14010085Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and ProspectsSerguei P. Murzin0Christian Stiglbrunner1TU Wien, Karlsplatz 13, 1040 Vienna, AustriaTU Wien, Karlsplatz 13, 1040 Vienna, AustriaLaser processing is a versatile tool that enhances smart materials for diverse industries, allowing precise changes in material properties and customization of surface characteristics. It drives the development of smart materials with adaptive properties through laser modification, utilizing photothermal reactions and functional additives for meticulous control. These laser-processed smart materials form the foundation of 4D printing that enables dynamic shape changes depending on external influences, with significant potential in the aerospace, robotics, health care, electronics, and automotive sectors, thus fostering innovation. Laser processing also advances photonics and optoelectronics, facilitating precise control over optical properties and promoting responsive device development for various applications. The application of computer-generated diffractive optical elements (DOEs) enhances laser precision, allowing for predetermined temperature distribution and showcasing substantial promise in enhancing smart material properties. This comprehensive overview explores the applications of laser technology and nanotechnology involving DOEs, underscoring their transformative potential in the realms of photonics and optoelectronics. The growing potential for further research and practical applications in this field suggests promising prospects in the near future.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/1/85smart materialslaser processingmodificationmaterial propertiesfunctional additive introductionshape memory
spellingShingle Serguei P. Murzin
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Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects
Applied Sciences
smart materials
laser processing
modification
material properties
functional additive introduction
shape memory
title Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects
title_full Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects
title_fullStr Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects
title_full_unstemmed Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects
title_short Fabrication of Smart Materials Using Laser Processing: Analysis and Prospects
title_sort fabrication of smart materials using laser processing analysis and prospects
topic smart materials
laser processing
modification
material properties
functional additive introduction
shape memory
url https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/1/85
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