Smart materials are a kind of functional materials which can sense and response to
environmental conditions or stimuli from optical, electrical, magnetic mechanical, thermal …

The paper proposes a definition of Material design as a hybrid practice and describes the
intersection area between two emerging phenomenon regarding materials for design …

The world of materials for design is continually changing and evolving, not only thanks to
technological advancements, but also thanks to the continuous original applications by …

This present book covers a series of outstanding reputation researchers' contributions on the
topic of ICS Materials: a new class of emerging materials with properties and qualities …

The domain of materials for design is changing under the influence of an increased
technological advancement, miniaturization and democratization. Materials are becoming …

Cuando interactuamos con productos, relaciones emocionales se activan. Los diseñadores
deben ser conscientes de estas relaciones para crear mejores y significativos productos …

The research for emerging and disruptive new materials and advanced technologies is a
driver of technological innovation in both industry and academia. In this work, the authors …

During the last decade, smart materials and systems have increasingly impacted several
niches, including 'one-off/limited edition experimental fashion'. As the traditional boundaries …

New classes of smart materials are emerging, revolutionizing the way we design and
interact with products. Their dynamic properties are changing our perception and …

Abstract Knowledge about materials is a key element in design education, considering not
only their technical properties but also experiential and expressive-sensorial qualities of …