1. Introduction to shape memory alloy
(Includes introduction to the shape memory alloy, types, super elasticity and shape memory effect, phase diagram, its applications, challenges for manufacturing, deformation mechanism etc.)
2. Machining of SMAs
a. Conventional machining
(Includes different challenges for machining operations such as tool wear, burr formation, properties changes, etc.) b. Non-conventional machining
(Includes different non-conventional processes such as EDM, WEDM, laser machining, etc. for process and properties)
3. Welding and Joining of SMAs
a. Fusion and beam welding processes
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(Includes studies on FW, FSW, USW, diffusion bonding, resistance welding etc. for process, process variables, dissimilar materials, properties, microstructures, and applications)
4. Processing of SMAs
4.1 Additive Manufacturing
i. Selective Laser Sintering
ii. Selective Laser Melting iii. Laser Engineered Net Shaping
iv. Electron Beam Melting
(These additive manufacturing processes will be reviewed for process condition, process factors, microstructures, and applications) 4.2 Friction stir processing
4.3 Equal channel angular processing
4.4 High pressure torsion (These processing processes will be reviewed for process condition, process factors and properties)
