University web site giving good information on smart materials. Explanation of development and use of 'Smart Material' based mainly around American Aircraft Industry.

Links are good and plentiful, although this makes the site rather large and time consuming.

Areas available include:

• Research
• Development
• Publications

Site most suitable for GCSE and 'A' level with need of teacher intervention for use at KS3.

Robert Gibson, January 2000.

Keywords: Structural properties, Shape, Critical adjustment, Self repair, Advanced sensors and actuators