Submission Deadline: 31 March 2026 View: 316 Submit to Special Issue
Prof. Zhaobo Chen
Email: hitchenzb@163.com
Affiliation: School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150001, China
Research Interests: vibration control based on smart materials
Prof. Jiaxi Jin
Email: jinjiaxixz@163.com
Affiliation: School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin 150001, China
Research Interests: modeling of piezoelectric actuators and active vibration control
Smart materials, characterized by their ability to respond dynamically to external stimuli (e.g., temperature, stress, electric/magnetic fields), have revolutionized fields such as robotics, aerospace, biomedical engineering, and energy harvesting. Their unique properties—including shape memory, self-healing, and piezoelectricity—enable groundbreaking applications, from adaptive structures to precision sensors. However, challenges persist in modeling their nonlinear behaviors, optimizing control strategies, and bridging theoretical advances with real-world implementations. This Special Issue seeks to address these gaps by compiling cutting-edge research on smart materials, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to unlock their full potential.
This Special Issue, "Modeling, Control and Application of Smart Materials," aims to showcase high-quality theoretical and experimental studies that advance the understanding and utilization of smart materials. We invite contributions that explore novel modeling techniques, innovative control methodologies, and transformative applications across scales. Topics of interest include but are not limited to:
Modeling: Multiscale simulations, constitutive models, and machine learning approaches for smart material behavior.
Control: Adaptive control, real-time feedback systems, and optimization algorithms for material performance.
Applications: Case studies in healthcare (e.g., artificial muscles), energy (e.g., piezoelectric harvesters), and smart infrastructure (e.g., vibration damping).
The scope aligns with CMES's focus on computational methods, engineering systems, and cross-disciplinary solutions.
Suggested Themes
Contributions may cover, but are not restricted to, the following themes:
Advanced Modeling Techniques:
· Multiphysics coupling (electro-thermo-mechanical, etc.).
· Data-driven and AI-aided modeling of smart material dynamics.
Control Strategies:
· Robust and adaptive control for hysteresis compensation.
· Autonomous systems leveraging smart material actuators.
Emerging Applications:
· Biomedical devices (e.g., drug delivery systems, prosthetics).
· Sustainable energy solutions (e.g., energy-harvesting pavements).
Fabrication and Characterization:
· Novel manufacturing methods (4D printing, nanocomposites).
· Experimental validation of smart material performance.
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