[HTML][HTML] Functionally graded porous structures: analyses, performances, and applications–a review

D Chen, K Gao, J Yang, L Zhang - Thin-Walled Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
Structural innovation incorporating bio-inspired composites poses a fresh angle to develop
novel lightweight forms with strengthened mechanical properties, among which a must …

[HTML][HTML] Experimental studies on the progressive collapse of building structures: A review and discussion on dynamic column removal techniques

F Kiakojouri, E Zeinali, JM Adam, V De Biagi - Structures, 2023 - Elsevier
Dynamic progressive collapse tests are becoming more and more popular in recent years
since this approach captures the real structural behavior more robustly, and progressive …

Longevity of system functions in biology and biomimetics: a matter of robustness and resilience

MD Mylo, O Speck - Biomimetics, 2023 - mdpi.com
Within the framework of a circular economy, we aim to efficiently use raw materials and
reduce waste generation. In this context, the longevity of biomimetic material systems can …

A conceptual note on the definition of initial failure in progressive collapse scenarios

F Kiakojouri, V De Biagi, M Marchelli, B Chiaia - Structures, 2024 - Elsevier
Progressive collapse can be defined as a cascading phenomenon in which an initial failure
is followed by the collapse of adjoining members which, in turn, is followed by further …

Multifunctionality in Nature: Structure–Function Relationships in Biological Materials

J Zhong, W Huang, H Zhou - Biomimetics, 2023 - mdpi.com
Modern material design aims to achieve multifunctionality through integrating structures in a
diverse range, resulting in simple materials with embedded functions. Biological materials …

[HTML][HTML] Research on Self-Stiffness Adjustment of Growth-Controllable Continuum Robot (GCCR) Based on Elastic Force Transmission

M Wang, J Yuan, S Bao, L Du, S Ma - Biomimetics, 2023 - mdpi.com
Continuum robots have good adaptability in unstructured and complex environments.
However, affected by their inherent nature of flexibility and slender structure, there are …

Design and Analysis of a Novel Bionic Tensegrity Robotic Fish with a Continuum Body

D Chen, B Wang, Y Xiong, J Zhang, R Tong, Y Meng… - Biomimetics, 2024 - mdpi.com
Biological fish exhibit remarkable adaptability and exceptional swimming performance
through their powerful and flexible bodies. Therefore, designing a continuum flexible body is …

Higher‐Order Behaviours in Bio‐Inspired Materials

A Rebasa‐Vallverdu, M Antuch, B Rosetti… - …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Bio‐inspired approaches in materials science and systems chemistry are yielding a variety
of stimuli‐responsive and dynamic materials that are gradually changing our everyday life …

[HTML][HTML] Nature's Load-Bearing Design Principles and Their Application in Engineering: A Review

F Breish, C Hamm, S Andresen - Biomimetics, 2024 - mdpi.com
Biological structures optimized through natural selection provide valuable insights for
engineering load-bearing components. This paper reviews six key strategies evolved in …

[HTML][HTML] 能量吸收研究60 年——来自何处? 走向何方?

余同希 - 力学与实践, 2024 - pubs.cstam.org.cn
本文论述能量吸收这个研究领域的诞生背景, 简要历史和发展方向. 第二次世界大战之后,
以防护结构和运载工具的耐撞性为工程背景, 加上塑性力学和结构冲击动力学学科发展的内生 …