Shape Memory Polymer Composites and Cosmic Ray Shielding Materials in Space Environment

Shape memory polymer composites (SMPCs) and cosmic ray shielding (CRS) materials are advanced materials for space applications. To evaluate their behaviour in microgravity and the harsh space environment, a series of space experiments have been developed. This paper provides an overview of such experiments.

Loredana Santo is full professor of Manufacturing and Head of the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Rome Tor Vergata. Her scientific activity has been mainly focused on innovative materials and processes, and industrial sustainability. She is author of more than 150 scientific papers.