Articles with "thermal protection" as a keyword



Ultralight and Ablation-Resistant Shape-Memory Ceramizable Polymer Aerogel for Self-Adaptive Thermal Protection.

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Published in 2025 at "Advanced materials"

DOI: 10.1002/adma.202516627

Abstract: Deployable thermal protection systems (DTPS) for deep-space exploration require materials that integrate lightweight design, high deformability, and extreme temperature resistance. However, existing shape memory polymers (SMPs) suffer from limited thermal stability, while shape memory ceramics… read more here.

Keywords: ablation; thermal protection; shape memory; shape ... See more keywords
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Development of polyetherimide composites for use as 3D printed thermal protection material

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Published in 2020 at "Journal of Materials Science"

DOI: 10.1007/s10853-020-04676-6

Abstract: As additive manufacturing (AM) increasingly gains commercial and academic interest, government agencies, such as NASA Johnson Space Center, seek to produce thermal protection systems using AM methods, such as fused filament fabrication (FFF). The purpose… read more here.

Keywords: protection; thermal protection; polyetherimide composites; composites use ... See more keywords

Mechanism analysis of Magnetohydrodynamic heat shield system and optimization of externally applied magnetic field

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Published in 2017 at "Acta Astronautica"

DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2016.12.036

Abstract: Abstract As a novel thermal protection technique for hypersonic vehicles, Magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) heat shield system has been proved to be of great intrinsic value in the hypersonic field. In order to analyze the thermal protection… read more here.

Keywords: protection; thermal protection; mhd; magnetic field ... See more keywords

Penetration mode effect on thermal protection system by opposing jet

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Published in 2019 at "Acta Astronautica"

DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2019.03.023

Abstract: Abstract The effect of the penetration mode on the thermal protection system by opposing jet is studied in this paper. The results show that the opposing jet not only pushes the bow shock away from… read more here.

Keywords: thermal protection; jet; opposing jet; penetration mode ... See more keywords
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Thermal protection systems for space vehicles: A review on technology development, current challenges and future prospects

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Published in 2020 at "Acta Astronautica"

DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2020.06.047

Abstract: Abstract Thermal Protection System (TPS) is an essential component of space vehicles to protect them against the aerothermal heating imposed on them during the atmospheric entry. Different types of TPS, including passive, semi-passive and active… read more here.

Keywords: space; thermal protection; current challenges; technology development ... See more keywords

A multi-layer integrated thermal protection system with C/SiC composite and Ti alloy lattice sandwich

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Published in 2019 at "Composite Structures"

DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2019.111507

Abstract: Abstract In this paper, a multi-layer integrated thermal protection system (ITPS) is proposed and compared with two existed ITPS. This multi-layer ITPS consists of a carbon fiber reinforced silicon carbide matrix composite (C/SiC) panel, a… read more here.

Keywords: thermal protection; layer; multi layer; integrated thermal ... See more keywords
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An inverse method for real-time estimation of aerothermal heating for thermal protection systems of space vehicles

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Published in 2021 at "International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2021.121482

Abstract: Abstract Space vehicles experience extremely high aerothermal heating during atmospheric entry which necessitates the use of appropriate thermal protection system (TPS). Effective design of TPS and the health monitoring systems (HMS) for space vehicles requires… read more here.

Keywords: thermal protection; space vehicles; heat; heat flux ... See more keywords
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Three-dimensional numerical study of the directional heat transfer in an L-shaped carbon/carbon composite thermal protection system

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Published in 2021 at "International Journal of Thermal Sciences"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2021.107018

Abstract: Abstract Designing an accurate and efficient heat protection system for the area around the high-temperature stagnation point on supersonic aircraft is still an important topic of research. In the present study, a three-dimensional high thermal… read more here.

Keywords: thermal protection; protection; heat; protection system ... See more keywords

Gradient Lamellar SiC Nanowire Networks with Dense Coating for High-Performance Reusable Thermal Protection Materials.

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Published in 2025 at "ACS applied materials & interfaces"

DOI: 10.1021/acsami.5c02478

Abstract: As space exploration advances, reusable thermal protection materials are essential for spacecraft that must withstand extreme aerodynamic heating during reentry. SiC nanowire aerogels offer a combination of ultralow density, excellent thermal insulation, and inherent oxidation… read more here.

Keywords: protection materials; reusable thermal; nanowire; thermal protection ... See more keywords

PEDOT/PSS Heterointerface Enables Integrated Electromagnetic Wave Absorption and Thermal Protection in Aerogel Composite.

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Published in 2025 at "ACS applied materials & interfaces"

DOI: 10.1021/acsami.5c10811

Abstract: Traditional high-density thermal protection systems (TPSs) limit the maneuverability of hypersonic vehicles while lacking stealth capabilities. In this work, we propose a strategy to integrate electromagnetic wave absorption and thermal protection in an aerogel composite… read more here.

Keywords: thermal protection; electromagnetic wave; aerogel composite; wave absorption ... See more keywords

Artificial chameleon skin that controls spectral radiation: Development of Chameleon Cool Coating (C3)

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Published in 2018 at "Scientific Reports"

DOI: 10.1038/s41598-018-19498-5

Abstract: Chameleons have a diagnostic thermal protection that enables them to live under various conditions. Our developed special radiative control therefore is inspired by the chameleon thermal protection ability by imitating its two superposed layers as… read more here.

Keywords: thermal protection; chameleon; particle; chameleon skin ... See more keywords