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June 27, 2026PolymersOpen Access

Shape Memory Response of Tailored Polylactic Acid/Polycaprolactone Blends: A Validated Constitutive Theoretical Investigation and Sensitivity Analysis

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GSGiovanni SpinelliRGRosella GuariniEIEvgeni Ivanov

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Overview

Theoretical investigation explores shape-memory performance in biodegradable polymer blends, indicating potential for biomedical applications.

Key Points

  • This research aims to develop a theoretical model to explore the shape-memory behavior of PLA/PCL blends under thermal cycling.
  • Developed a thermo-mechanical theoretical model to analyze shape-memory behavior.
  • Conducted parametric sensitivity analysis on factors like crystallinity, heat transfer, and glass transition temperature.
  • Applied beam bending theory to assess strain and stress distribution.
  • The model accurately predicts shape-memory cycles with defined fixation and recovery ratios.
  • Quantified performance metrics through temperature evolution and stress analysis.
  • Identified key influences of crystallinity and thermal properties on shape-memory performance.

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Spinelli et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a3f6a0baea7db3c195409cbhttps://doi.org/10.3390/polym18131577
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