4D-printed reversible morphing structures: experimental study and a simplified phase transition model

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• Reversible morphing structures demonstrate significant changes in shape based on external stimuli, enhancing material adaptability.
• Key evidence showed a successful phase transition under varying conditions, indicating practicality for real-world applications.
• Experimental study analyzed various material properties to create optimized models for morphing behavior in 4D-printed structures.
• Findings support the potential of 4D-printing technology to revolutionize design processes across multiple fields.