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Energy absorption studies of auxetic structures

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posted on 2024-07-11, 16:28 authored by Krishna Prasath Logakannan
Cellular structures possess lightweight and desirable mechanical properties. One class of such structures is called “auxetic” structures. “Auxetics” is the term used for structures that exhibit negative Poisson's ratio. These structures exhibit unique properties such as lateral contraction under axial compression or lateral expansion under axial tension. For any cellular structure, energy absorption is a crucial parameter. Because of lateral contraction, auxetic structures yield more material in the middle part of the structure, potentially improving its energy absorption capability. However, the energy absorption aspect of the auxetic structures was unexplored and it is explored in this work.

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A thesis submitted by Krishna Prasath Logakannan for the award of the Degree Of Doctor Of Philosophy, September, 2021. Department of Aerospace Engineering, Indian Institute Of Technology, Madras, Chennai – 600036, India and the Faculty Of Science, Engineering And Technology, Swinburne University Of Technology, Hawthorn, Victoria – 3122, Australia.

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Copyright © 2021 Krishna Prasath Logakannan.

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Dong Ruan

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