The Global Shape Memory Materials Market 2026-2036

Industry Accelerates as Breakthrough Alloys, Polymer Innovations, 4D Printing Technologies, and Expanding Applications Drive Transformational Growth Through 2036

The global shape memory materials market represents a dynamic and rapidly expanding sector within advanced materials, encompassing shape memory alloys (SMAs), shape memory polymers (SMPs), and emerging shape memory ceramics (SMCs). These materials possess the remarkable ability to be deformed, retain that deformation, and subsequently revert to their original configuration when triggered by external stimuli such as heat, light, magnetic fields, or chemical agents.

Nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloys, commercially known as Nitinol, dominate the SMA market. These alloys offer exceptional shape recovery performance, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility, making them ideal for demanding applications. Copper-based and iron-based SMAs provide lower-cost alternatives for specific applications, though they exhibit certain limitations in thermal stability and mechanical properties. High-temperature SMAs and magnetic shape memory alloys represent emerging categories addressing specialized requirements. Shape memory polymers present compelling advantages including significantly lower cost, lower density, capacity for elastic deformation up to 200-800%, and responsiveness to diverse stimuli beyond temperature including light, moisture, pH, and magnetic fields. Shape memory polyurethanes dominate commercial SMP applications, while epoxy-based and biodegradable systems serve specialized markets. However, SMPs typically exhibit slower recovery speeds and lower mechanical strength compared to their metallic counterparts.

The biomedical sector represents the largest and most established market segment, driven by cardiovascular devices such as self-expanding stents, heart valves, guidewires, and vena cava filters, alongside orthodontic archwires and orthopaedic implants. Nitinol's superelastic properties and biocompatibility make it particularly suited for minimally invasive surgical devices. Emerging medical applications include clot retrieval devices, tissue engineering scaffolds, and drug delivery systems. The automotive industry increasingly adopts SMA actuators for applications including lumbar support systems, temperature control valves, HVAC controls, and closure mechanisms, benefiting from their lightweight, compact design and power efficiency. Electric vehicle requirements and autonomous vehicle features drive continued innovation.

Aerospace applications leverage SMAs for structural connectors, vibration dampers, morphing wing structures, and deployment mechanisms. Space applications include deployable solar arrays and satellite release mechanisms. Consumer electronics represent a rapidly growing segment, particularly smartphone camera actuators utilizing SMA technology for autofocus and optical image stabilisation, alongside flexible display technologies. Construction and civil engineering applications include seismic damping systems and memory steel for concrete reinforcement. Textile applications encompass breathable fabrics, medical textiles, and energy-storage textiles for wearables. Robotics applications focus on soft actuators, artificial muscles, and bio-inspired systems.

The convergence of shape memory materials with additive manufacturing, particularly 4D printing, opens transformative possibilities for creating complex meta-composite structures with programmable mechanical behaviours. Continuous fiber-reinforced shape memory composites demonstrate remarkable improvements in mechanical performance while maintaining shape recovery capabilities.

Key challenges include the high cost and processing difficulty of NiTi alloys, fatigue limitations under cyclic loading, and the complexity of scaling laboratory innovations to industrial production. Additionally, achieving reliable high-temperature SMAs and improving SMP mechanical properties without compromising shape memory functionality remain active research priorities.

The Global Shape Memory Materials Market 2026-2036 delivers an authoritative, data-driven analysis of one of advanced materials science's most dynamic sectors. This comprehensive market research report examines shape memory alloys (SMAs), shape memory polymers (SMPs), shape memory ceramics (SMCs), and emerging hybrid material systems that are revolutionizing industries from healthcare and medical devices to aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, and construction.

This market report provides detailed technical analysis of nickel-titanium (Nitinol) alloys, copper-based SMAs, iron-based SMAs, high-temperature shape memory alloys (HTSMAs), and magnetic shape memory alloys (MSMAs). Shape memory polymer coverage includes polyurethane-based systems, epoxy-based formulations, biodegradable polymers, and multi-stimulus responsive materials. The report examines critical properties including transformation temperatures, fatigue behavior, corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and manufacturing considerations that determine commercial viability.

Manufacturing process analysis covers vacuum melting technologies, hot and cold working, heat treatment, machining, surface treatments, and the rapidly advancing field of additive manufacturing. The report provides detailed examination of 4D printing technologies including fused deposition modeling (FDM), stereolithography (SLA), selective laser sintering (SLS), and continuous fiber composite printing that are enabling new product categories and design possibilities.

Regional market analysis covers North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World markets with detailed country-level insights for major economies. The report examines supply chain dynamics, regulatory environments, and competitive landscapes specific to each region, identifying strategic opportunities for market entry and expansion. Technology trend analysis explores advanced alloy development including ultra-high temperature systems, low-hysteresis compositions, and bioabsorbable metals. Polymer innovations covered include vitrimers, self-healing systems, and multi-response programmable materials. The integration of shape memory materials with IoT, artificial intelligence, and machine learning for design optimization represents a key focus area.

Report contents include:

Comprehensive technical analysis of shape memory alloy systems (NiTi, Cu-based, Fe-based, HTSMAs, MSMAs)
In-depth coverage of shape memory polymer types, composites, and applications
Emerging materials analysis including shape memory ceramics and hybrid systems
Manufacturing process examination from raw materials through finished products
Detailed application market analysis across medical, aerospace, automotive, electronics, consumer goods, textiles, construction, robotics, and energy sectors
Regional market analysis with country-specific insights
Technology trends and innovation roadmap through 2036
Market forecasts with multiple scenario projections
Competitive landscape and strategic positioning analysis
39 comprehensive company profiles with product portfolios and strategic directions

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1 Market Overview and Key Findings
1.2 Market Size and Growth Projections
1.2.1 Historical Market Development (2014-2024)
1.2.2 Market Forecast (2025-2036)
1.2.3 Scenario Definitions and Assumptions
1.3 Regional Market Analysis
1.4 Market Drivers
1.4.1 Driver Analysis
1.4.1.1 Driver 1: Aging Global Population and Healthcare Expansion
1.4.1.2 Driver 2: Miniaturization and High-Density Actuation Requirements
1.4.1.3 Driver 3: Biocompatibility and Tissue-Matching Mechanical Properties
1.4.1.4 Driver 4: Automotive Lightweighting and Electrification Imperatives
1.5 Market Challenges
1.6 Competitive Landscape Overview

2 SHAPE MEMORY ALLOYS (SMAs)

2.1 Introduction to Shape Memory Alloys
2.2 Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) Alloys
2.2.1 Physical and Mechanical Properties
2.2.2 Transformation Behavior and R-Phase
2.2.3 Fatigue Behavior
2.2.4 Corrosion Resistance and Biocompatibility
2.2.5 Manufacturing and Processing
2.2.6 Commercial Products and Suppliers
2.3 Copper-Based Shape Memory Alloys
2.3.1 Alloy Systems and Properties
2.3.2 Cu-Zn-Al Alloys
2.3.2.1 Cu-Al-Ni Alloys
2.3.2.2 Cu-Al-Be Alloys
2.3.3 Advantages and Limitations
2.3.4 Applications
2.4 Iron-Based Shape Memory Alloys
2.4.1 Mechanism and Properties
2.4.2 Advantages and Limitations
2.4.3 Applications
2.5 High-Temperature Shape Memory Alloys (HTSMAs)
2.5.1 Approaches to High-Temperature SMAs
2.5.2 Nano-Precipitation Hardened HTSMAs
2.5.3 Commercial Gap and Market Opportunity
2.6 Magnetic Shape Memory Alloys (MSMAs)
2.6.1 Mechanism and Materials
2.6.2 Advantages and Limitations
2.6.3 Applications
2.7 SMA Actuators and Systems Integration
2.7.1 Activation Methods
2.7.2 Cooling and Frequency Response
2.7.3 Mechanical Configurations
2.7.4 Commercial SMA Actuator Products

3 SHAPE MEMORY POLYMERS (SMPs)

3.1 Introduction to Shape Memory Polymers
3.2 Shape Memory Mechanism in Polymers
3.2.1 The Shape Memory Cycle
3.2.2 Thermoplastic vs. Thermoset SMPs
3.2.2.1 Thermoplastic SMPs
3.2.2.2 Thermoset SMPs
3.3 Types of Shape Memory Polymers
3.3.1 Shape Memory Polyurethanes (SMPU)
3.3.1.1 Commercial SMPU Products
3.3.2 Epoxy-Based SMPs
3.3.2.1 Commercial Epoxy SMP Products
3.3.3 Biodegradable SMPs
3.3.3.1 Polylactic Acid (PLA)-Based SMPs
3.3.3.2 Polycaprolactone (PCL)-Based SMPs
3.3.4 Multi-Stimulus Responsive SMPs
3.3.4.1 Light-Responsive SMPs
3.3.4.2 Moisture-Responsive SMPs
3.3.4.3 Magnetically-Responsive SMPs
3.3.4.4 Electrically-Responsive SMPs
3.3.4.5 pH-Responsive SMPs
3.4 SMP Composites and Reinforcement
3.4.1 Particle-Reinforced SMP Composites
3.4.2 Continuous Fiber-Reinforced SMP Composites
3.4.2.1 Glass Fiber Reinforcement
3.4.2.2 Carbon Fiber Reinforcement
3.4.3 Shape Memory Meta-Composites
3.5 Applications of Shape Memory Polymers
3.5.1 Biomedical Applications
3.5.1.1 Self-Expanding Stents and Scaffolds
3.5.1.2 Self-Tightening Sutures
3.5.1.3 Clot Retrieval Devices
3.5.1.4 Orthopedic Devices
3.5.2 Aerospace Applications
3.5.2.1 Deployable Space Structures
3.5.2.2 Morphing Structures
3.5.3 Textile Applications
3.5.4 Consumer and Industrial Applications
3.6 Manufacturing Processes for SMPs
3.6.1 Injection Molding
3.6.2 Extrusion
3.6.3 Casting and Potting
3.6.4 Additive Manufacturing (3D/4D Printing)
3.7 Commercial SMP Suppliers and Products

4 SHAPE MEMORY CERAMICS AND OTHER EMERGING MATERIALS

4.1 Introduction to Shape Memory Ceramics
4.1.1 Shape Memory Mechanisms in Ceramics
4.1.2 Zirconia-Based Shape Memory Ceramics
4.1.3 Overcoming Brittleness Limitations
4.1.4 Applications of Shape Memory Ceramics
4.2 Magnetic Shape Memory Materials
4.2.1 Alternative MSMA Systems
4.2.1.1 Fe-Pd Alloys
4.2.1.2 Fe-Pt Alloys
4.2.1.3 Co-Ni-Ga Alloys
4.2.1.4 Metamagnetic Shape Memory Alloys
4.2.2 Magnetocaloric and Elastocaloric Effects
4.3 Hybrid and Multi-Material Systems
4.3.1 SMA-SMP Hybrids
4.3.2 SMA-Reinforced Composites
4.3.3 Programmable Multi-Material Structures
4.4 Emerging Technologies and Future Directions
4.4.1 Two-Way Shape Memory Effect Enhancement
4.4.2 Self-Healing Shape Memory Materials
4.4.3 Machine Learning and Computational Design
4.4.4 High-Entropy Shape Memory Alloys
4.5 Comparative Analysis and Material Selection
4.5.1 Material Selection Guidelines

5 MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

5.1 Introduction
5.2 Shape Memory Alloy Manufacturing
5.2.1 Melting and Ingot Production
5.2.1.1 Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM)
5.2.1.2 Vacuum Arc Remelting (VAR)
5.2.1.3 Electron Beam Melting
5.2.2 Hot Working
5.2.3 Cold Working
5.2.4 Heat Treatment and Shape Setting
5.2.5 Machining and Joining
5.2.6 Surface Treatments and Coatings
5.3 Shape Memory Polymer Manufacturing
5.3.1 Polymer Synthesis
5.3.2 Compounding and Pelletizing
5.3.3 Conventional Processing Methods
5.3.4 Shape Programming
5.4 Additive Manufacturing of Shape Memory Materials
5.4.1 Overview of AM Technologies for Shape Memory Materials
5.4.2 Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) for SMPs
5.4.3 Stereolithography (SLA) and Digital Light Processing (DLP)
5.4.4 Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) for SMPs
5.4.5 Metal Additive Manufacturing for SMAs
5.4.6 Continuous Fiber Composite 3D Printing
5.5 Post-Processing and Finishing
5.5.1 Surface Finishing for SMAs
5.5.2 Post-Processing for Printed SMPs
5.5.3 Quality Control and Testing
5.6 Scaling and Production Considerations
5.6.1 Production Volume Considerations
5.6.2 Cost Drivers
5.6.3 Quality Systems

6 MARKET AND APPLICATIONS

6.1 Introduction
6.2 Medical, Healthcare, and Dental
6.2.1 Market Overview
6.2.2 Stents
6.2.2.1 Self-Expanding Peripheral Stents
6.2.2.2 Nitinol Stent Advantages (Kink Resistance, Superelasticity)
6.2.2.3 Applications in Iliac, Femoral, Popliteal Arteries
6.2.2.4 Commercial Products and Manufacturers
6.2.3 Orthodontic Archwires
6.2.3.1 Superelastic NiTi Wires (Launched 1986)
6.2.3.2 Heat-Activated NiTi (1990s)
6.2.3.3 CuNiTi Archwires
6.2.3.4 Commercial Products
6.2.4 Ablation Devices
6.2.4.1 Transurethral Needle Ablation (TUNA)
6.2.4.2 Radiofrequency Interstitial Tissue Ablation (RITA)
6.2.5 Orthopedic Staples and Plates
6.2.5.1 Fracture Fixation Applications
6.2.5.2 Scoliosis Correction
6.2.5.3 Commercial Products
6.2.6 Prosthetics
6.2.6.1 SMA Wire Actuators
6.2.6.2 Improved Sensitivity and Lightweighting
6.2.7 Sutures
6.2.7.1 SMP Self-Tightening Sutures
6.2.7.2 Biodegradable Options
6.2.7.3 Minimally Invasive Surgery Applications
6.2.8 Tissue Engineering
6.2.8.1 Biodegradable SMP Scaffolds
6.2.8.2 Shape-Deploying Implants
6.2.9 Insulin Pumps
6.2.9.1 SMA Wire Actuator Integration
6.2.10 Rehabilitation
6.2.10.1 Limb Repositioning
6.2.10.2 Assistive Robotics
6.2.10.3 Neuroscience Applications
6.2.11 Drug Delivery Systems
6.2.12 Endovascular Devices
6.2.12.1 Clot-Removal Devices
6.2.12.2 Aneurysm Occlusion Devices
6.2.12.3 Vascular Stents
6.2.13 Heart Valve Frames
6.2.14 Vena Cava Filters
6.2.15 Guidewires and Catheters
6.3 Aviation and Aerospace
6.3.1 Market Overview
6.3.2 SMA Actuators
6.3.2.1 Variable Geometry Chevrons
6.3.2.2 Morphing Wing Structures
6.3.3 Shape Memory Tires
6.3.3.1 NASA Non-Pneumatic Tire Development
6.3.4 SMA Composites
6.3.4.1 Metallic Microlattices
6.3.4.2 11.5.4.2 Self-Healing SMP Structures
6.3.5 Space Applications
6.3.5.1 Deployable Solar Arrays
6.3.5.2 Satellite Release Mechanisms
6.3.5.3 Mars Pathfinder and Beyond
6.4 Automotive
6.4.1 SMA Actuators
6.4.1.1 HVAC and Climate Control
6.4.1.2 Closure and Latch Systems
6.4.2 SMA Valves
6.4.2.1 Pneumatic Seat Comfort Systems
6.4.2.2 Clutch Engagement Control
6.4.2.3 Engine Thermal Management
6.4.3 Autonomous and Electric Vehicles
6.4.3.1 Morphing Surfaces for Communication
6.4.3.2 Adaptive Aerodynamics
6.5 Consumer Electronics
6.5.1 Market Overview
6.5.2 Flexible Electronics
6.5.2.1 SMP Substrate Materials
6.5.2.2 Thin Film Transistors
6.5.2.3 Organic and Inorganic TFTs
6.5.3 Displays
6.5.3.1 Self-Healing Display Technology
6.5.3.2 Light-Induced SMP Film
6.5.3.3 Flexible Display Materials
6.5.3.4 Flexible Smartphones with SMAs
6.5.4 Smartphone Camera Actuators
6.5.4.1 Autofocus (AF) Systems
6.5.4.2 Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
6.5.5 Mobile Phone Antennas
6.5.6 Haptic Sensing Devices
6.5.7 Bioelectronic Devices
6.6 Consumer Goods
6.6.1 Eyeglass Frames
6.6.1.1 Superelastic NiTi Frames
6.6.1.2 Commercial Products (Flexon, Titanflex)
6.6.2 Home Appliances
6.6.2.1 Rice Cooker Temperature Springs
6.6.2.2 Coffee Maker Actuators
6.6.2.3 Air Conditioner Controls
6.6.2.4 Anti-Scald Valves and Faucet Mixers
6.6.3 Sports Equipment
6.6.3.1 Golf Club Inserts
6.6.3.2 Tennis Racket Components
6.6.4 Apparel and Accessories
6.6.4.1 Brassiere Underwires
6.6.4.2 Shape Memory Polymer Lingerie Components
6.6.5 Toys and Educational Products
6.7 Textiles
6.7.1 Medical Textiles
6.7.1.1 Wound Dressings
6.7.1.2 Compression Garments
6.7.2 Breathable fabrics
6.7.2.1 MemBrain Technology (Toray/Marmot)
6.7.3 Energy-Storage Textiles
6.7.3.1 Flexible Supercapacitors
6.7.3.2 Wearable Electronics Integration
6.8 Construction and Civil Engineering
6.8.1 Vibration Damping
6.8.1.1 Seismic Damping Elements
6.8.1.2 Energy Dissipation Mechanisms
6.8.1.3 Building and Bridge Applications
6.8.2 Memory Steel
6.8.2.1 Iron-Based SMA (Fe-SMA) Development
6.8.2.2 Concrete Reinforcement Applications
6.8.3 Self-Centering Structural Connections
6.8.3.1 Beam-Column Connections
6.8.3.2 Bridge Bearing Systems
6.9 Robotics
6.9.1 Soft Robotic Actuators
6.9.1.1 Artificial Muscles
6.9.1.2 Compliant Mechanisms
6.9.2 Grippers and End Effectors
6.9.2.1 Adaptive Grasping
6.9.2.2 Miniaturized Grippers
6.9.3 Bio-Inspired Robots
6.9.3.1 Flying Robots
6.9.3.2 Swimming and Crawling Robots
6.10 Energy Sector
6.10.1 Oil and Gas Applications
6.10.1.1 Deepwater Actuators
6.10.1.2 Safety Valves
6.10.2 Solar Energy Applications
6.10.2.1 Thermally-Activated Tracking
6.10.3 Energy Harvesting
6.10.3.1 Thermal Energy Harvesting
6.10.3.2 Vibration Energy Harvesting
6.11 Industrial Machinery
6.11.1 Fire Safety Devices
6.11.1.1 Sprinkler Systems
6.11.1.2 Fire Dampers
6.11.2 Industrial Valves
6.12 Other Markets
6.12.1 Self-Disassembling Electronics
6.12.2 Shape Memory Fasteners

7 TECHNOLOGY TRENDS AND INNOVATION

7.1 Advanced Alloy Development
7.1.1 Ultra-High Temperature SMAs (>400°C)
7.1.1.1 Nano-Precipitation Hardened Systems
7.1.2 Low-Hysteresis Alloys
7.1.2.1 Ti-Ta Based Systems
7.1.3 High-Fatigue-Life Compositions
7.1.4 Bioabsorbable Metal Alloys
7.1.4.1 Fe, Mg, Zn-Based Systems
7.2 Advanced Polymer Systems
7.2.1 Vitrimers and Covalent Adaptable Networks
7.2.2 Self-Healing SMPs
7.2.3 Shape Memory Elastomers
7.2.4 Multi-Response Programmable Systems
7.3 Manufacturing Innovation
7.3.1 4D Printing Advances
7.3.1.1 Multi-Material Printing
7.3.1.2 Continuous Fiber Composite Printing
7.3.2 Micro-Scale and Nano-Scale Fabrication
7.3.3 Digital Twin and Process Modeling
7.4 Integration with Emerging Technologies
7.4.1 IoT Integration
7.4.2 AI for Design Optimization
7.4.3 Machine Learning for Property Prediction
7.5 Research Frontiers
7.5.1 Shape Memory Metamaterials
7.5.2 Bio-Inspired and Biomimetic Systems
7.5.3 Nanoscale Shape Memory Effects
7.5.4 Multi-Functional Integrated Systems
7.6 Market Drivers and Growth Factors
7.7 Healthcare and Medical Device Demand
7.7.1 Aging Global Population
7.7.2 Minimally Invasive Surgery Adoption
7.7.3 Emerging Medical Applications
7.8 Technology Sector Drivers
7.8.1 Smartphone Camera Enhancement
7.8.2 Wearable Technology Growth
7.8.3 Flexible and Foldable Devices
7.9 Automotive Industry Trends
7.9.1 Vehicle Lightweighting
7.9.2 Electric Vehicle Requirements
7.9.3 Autonomous Vehicle Features
7.10 Market Opportunities
7.10.1 Near-Term Opportunities (2024-2028)
7.10.1.1 Smartphone Camera Actuator Expansion
7.10.1.2 Medical Device Platform Extensions
7.10.1.3 Automotive Electrification
7.10.2 Medium-Term Opportunities (2028-2032)
7.10.2.1 Memory Steel Construction
7.10.2.2 Soft Robotics Commercialization
7.10.2.3 Advanced Medical Devices
7.10.3 Long-Term Opportunities (2032-2036 and Beyond)
7.10.3.1 Space Commercialization
7.10.3.2 Morphing Aerospace Structures
7.10.3.3 Bioelectronic Medicine
7.10.4 Technology Platform Opportunities
7.10.4.1 4D Printing Services
7.10.4.2 Integrated Smart Material Systems

8 REGIONAL MARKETS

8.1 Introduction
8.2 North America
8.2.1 Market Overview
8.2.2 Medical Device Ecosystem
8.2.3 Aerospace and Defence
8.2.4 Supply Chain and Manufacturing
8.2.5 North American Market Outlook
8.3 Europe
8.3.1 Market Overview
8.3.2 Industrial Strengths
8.3.3 Regulatory and Market Environment
8.3.4 Construction and Civil Engineering
8.3.5 European Market Outlook
8.4 Asia-Pacific
8.4.1 Market Overview
8.4.2 China
8.4.3 Japan
8.4.4 South Korea
8.4.5 Emerging Asian Markets
8.4.6 Asia-Pacific Market Outlook
8.5 Rest of World
8.5.1 Market Overview
8.5.2 Latin America
8.5.3 Middle East
8.5.4 Africa and Oceania
8.5.5 Rest of World Market Outlook
8.6 Regional Summary and Comparative Analysis
8.6.1 Consolidated Regional View
8.6.2 Regional Competitive Dynamics
8.6.3 Strategic Implications by Region

9 MARKET FORECASTS AND PROJECTIONS

9.1 Methodology and Assumptions
9.1.1 Forecasting Approach
9.1.2 Key Assumptions
9.1.3 Scenario Framework
9.2 Market Sizing by Material Type
9.2.1 Shape Memory Alloys
9.2.2 Shape Memory Polymers
9.3 Market Sizing by Application
9.3.1 Application-Specific Growth Drivers and Risks
9.3.2 Total Market Projection
9.3.3 Market Value Chain Distribution
9.4 Growth Drivers and Market Barriers
9.4.1 Primary Growth Drivers
9.4.2 Market Barriers and Constraints
9.4.3 Sensitivity Analysis
9.5 Market Forecast Summary

10 COMPANY PROFILES (39 COMPANY PROFILES)11 REFERENCES

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1. Historical Market Size by Segment (2014-2024, US$ Millions)
Table 2. Global Market Size Projections by Scenario (2025-2036, US$ Millions)
Table 3. Market Size Projections by Segment (Base Case Scenario, US$ Millions)
Table 4. Regional Market Size and Projections (US$ Millions)
Table 5. Market Drivers for Shape Memory Materials
Table 6. Market Challenges for Shape Memory Materials
Table 7. Leading Market Participants by Category
Table 8. Key Statistics Summary
Table 9. Comparison of Shape Memory Effect and Superelasticity
Table 10. Physical Properties of NiTi Alloys
Table 11. Mechanical Properties of NiTi Alloys
Table 12.Comparison of NiTi with Conventional Medical Alloys
Table 13. NiTi Fatigue Design Guidelines
Table 14. Major NiTi Suppliers and Product Offerings
Table 15. Properties of Copper-Based Shape Memory Alloys
Table 16. Properties of Fe-Mn-Si Shape Memory Alloys
Table 17. High-Temperature Shape Memory Alloy Systems
Table 18. Properties of Ni-Mn-Ga Magnetic Shape Memory Alloys
Table 19. SMA Actuator Frequency Response by Configuration
Table 20. Commercial SMA Actuator Products
Table 21. Summary Comparison of Shape Memory Alloy Systems
Table 22. Fundamental Comparison of SMPs and SMAs
Table 23. Shape Memory Cycle Parameters
Table 24. Properties of Shape Memory Polyurethanes
Table 25. Commercial Shape Memory Polyurethane Products
Table 26. Properties of Epoxy-Based SMPs
Table 27. Biodegradable Shape Memory Polymer Systems
Table 28. Multi-Stimulus Shape Memory Polymer Systems
Table 29. Effect of Nanoparticle Reinforcement on SMP Properties
Table 30. Properties of Fiber-Reinforced SMP Composites
Table 31. Comparison of Meta-Composite Patterns
Table 32. Biomedical SMP Applications and Development Status
Table 33. Textile SMP Applications
Table 34. Additive Manufacturing Methods for SMPs
Table 35. Major Shape Memory Polymer Suppliers
Table 36. Summary of SMP Characteristics by Type
Table 37. Shape Memory Mechanisms in Ceramics
Table 38. Properties of Zirconia-Based Shape Memory Ceramics
Table 39. Potential SMC Applications and Development Status
Table 40. Comparison of Magnetic Shape Memory Alloy Systems
Table 41. Comprehensive Comparison of Shape Memory Material Classes
Table 42. Development Status and Market Outlook for Emerging Shape Memory Materials
Table 43. Comparison of NiTi Melting Methods
Table 44. Typical NiTi Semi-Finished Product Specifications
Table 45. Shape-Setting Guidelines for NiTi
Table 46. SMP Processing Methods Comparison
Table 47. Additive Manufacturing Technologies for Shape Memory Materials
Table 48. Process Parameters for SMP Printing
Table 49. Metal AM Process Comparison for NiTi
Table 50. Process Parameters for Continuous Fiber SMP Composites
Table 51. Manufacturing Method Selection by Production Volume
Table 52. Manufacturing Process Summary
Table 53. Medical Shape Memory Materials Market by Application Segment (2024)
Table 54. Major Commercial Nitinol Peripheral Stent Products
Table 55. Comparison of Orthodontic Archwire Materials
Table 56. Major Commercial Orthodontic NiTi Archwire Products
Table 57. Shape Memory Orthopedic Fixation Products
Table 58. SMP self-tightening sutures
Table 59. Aerospace Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 60. Automotive Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 61. Electronics Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 62. Smartphone Camera Actuator Technology Comparison
Table 63. Consumer Goods Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 64. Shape Memory Alloy Applications in Home Appliances
Table 65. Textile Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 66. Construction Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials
Table 67. Robotics Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 68. Energy Sector Applications Market for Shape Memory Materials (2024)
Table 69. High Temperature Shape Memory Alloy Systems
Table 70. North American Market by Application
Table 71. North American Market Projections (2024-2036)
Table 72. European Market by Application (2024)
Table 73. European Market Projections (2024-2036)
Table 74. Asia-Pacific Market by Application (2024)
Table 75. Asia-Pacific Market Projections (2024-2036)
Table 76. Rest of World Market by Region (2024)
Table 77. Rest of World Market Projections (2024-2036)
Table 78. Regional Market Summary (2024-2036)
Table 79. Shape Memory Alloy Market by Type (2024)
Table 80. Shape Memory Alloy Market Projections by Scenario (US$ Billion)
Table 81. Shape Memory Polymer Market by Type (2024)
Table 82. Shape Memory Polymer Market Projections by Scenario (US$ Million)
Table 83. Global Shape Memory Materials Market by Application (Base Case, US$ Billion)
Table 84. Total Shape Memory Materials Market by Scenario (US$ Billion)
Table 85. Estimated Value Chain Distribution (2036 Base Case)
Table 86. Market Sensitivity to Key Assumptions

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1. Shape memory effect
Figure 2. Global Market Size Projections by Scenario (2025-2036, US$ Millions)
Figure 3. Market Size Projections by Segment (Base Case Scenario, US$ Millions)
Figure 4. Regional Market Size and Projections (US$ Millions)
Figure 5. Phase transformation process for SMAs
Figure 6. Histeresys cycle for Superelastic and shape memory material
Figure 7. Superelasticity Elastic Property
Figure 8. Stress x Strain diagram
Figure 9. Shape memory pipe joint
Figure 10. The molecular mechanism of the shape memory effect under different stimuli
Figure 11. Diaplex's environmental temperature adaptation features
Figure 12. Schematic of stent used to treat a peripheral artery
Figure 13. Stent based on film polyurethane shape memory polymer
Figure 14. SMA orthodontic wires
Figure 15. Nitinol stents
Figure 16. NASA superelastic tire
Figure 17. SMA flextures
Figure 18. Mars Rover tyre and the SMA bike tyre from the SMART tire company
Figure 19. Schematic of SMA actuator in image sensor
Figure 20. SMA incorporated into eyeglass frames
Figure 21. SMPU-treated cotton fabrics
Figure 22. Schematics of DIAPLEX membrane
Figure 23. SMP energy storage textiles
Figure 24. Memory-steel reinforcement bars
Figure 25. Shape Memory Alloy Market Projections by Scenario (US$ Billion)
Figure 26. Shape Memory Polymer Market Projections by Scenario (US$ Million)
Figure 27. Global Shape Memory Materials Market by Application (Base Case, US$ Billion)
Figure 28. Total Shape Memory Materials Market by Scenario (US$ Billion)
Figure 29. Cambridge Mechatronics SMA actuators for optical image stabilisation and autofocus with corresponding driver chips

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

Actuator Solutions GmbH
Admedes GmbH
ATI (Allegheny Technologies Incorporated)
Awaji Materia Co. Ltd.
Baoji Seabird Metal Material Co. Ltd.
Cambridge Mechatronics Limited
Composite Technology Development Inc.
Confluent Medical Technologies
Covestro AG
Daido Steel Co. Ltd.
Dynalloy Inc.
Embolization Inc.
Euroflex GmbH
Exergyn
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products Corp.
Furukawa Techno Material Co. Ltd.
G.RAU GmbH & Co. KG
Graphy Inc.
Grikin Advanced Material Co. Ltd.
Ingpuls GmbH

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