Analysis of small-scale topology and macroscale mechanical properties of shape memory chiral-lattice metamaterials
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2021.113569
Abstract: Abstract Chiral-lattice metamaterials with unique mechanical, optical, electrical and magnetic properties have been widely used in many engineering applications, such as chiral recognition and separation, stealth materials and devices, as well as biological sensors. Various… read more here.
Keywords: lattice metamaterials; mechanical properties; lattice; topology ... See more keywords
Light-weight shell-lattice metamaterials for mechanical shock absorption
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2019.105288
Abstract: Abstract Absorbing mechanical shocks and vibration energy is crucial in industrial, domestic and medical applications. Very often, systems (such as hydraulic cylinders) or structures (such as helmets) are used to achieve energy absorption or protection… read more here.
Keywords: absorption; shock absorption; energy; lattice metamaterials ... See more keywords
Localization and coalescence of imperfect planar FCC truss lattice metamaterials under multiaxial loadings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mechmat.2021.103996
Abstract: Abstract This study investigates the effect of stress triaxiality on the failure mechanisms of an-isotropic perfect and imperfect planar FCC (Face Centred Cubic) truss lattice metamaterials. Three types of imperfection have been considered in the… read more here.
Keywords: lattice metamaterials; planar fcc; truss lattice; imperfect planar ... See more keywords
The use of conformal lattice metamaterials for relieving stress in lower limb sockets: A numerical and exploratory study
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DOI: 10.1177/09544119221127736
Abstract: Selecting the correct material for each application has always been important. Now, with lattice metamaterials engineers can take advantage of the properties of these metamaterials to best suit a specific application. This paper investigates transtibial… read more here.
Keywords: lattice metamaterials; conformal lattice; socket; lower limb ... See more keywords
Extreme Mechanical Properties of Regular Tensegrity Unit Cells in 3D Lattice Metamaterials.
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DOI: 10.3390/ma13214845
Abstract: The study focuses on the identification of extreme mechanical properties of 3D lattice metamaterials based on regular tensegrity modules: 4-strut simplex, 3-strut simplex, expanded octahedron, truncated tetrahedron and X-module. The basis of the analysis is… read more here.
Keywords: lattice metamaterials; mechanical properties; tensegrity; extreme mechanical ... See more keywords