Shear thickening fluids (STFs) are a unique type of fluids that can quickly transform into a
solid-like state when subjected to forces (rate dependent). These fluids are created by …

Auxetic structures (AXSs) are a novel class of materials with unique mechanical deformation
behavior associated with negative Poisson ratio. The combination of AXS configurations …

To satisfy the ever-increasing demand for better anti-impact performance of personal
protective equipment, a composite foam by incorporating shear thickening gel (STG) with …

This study investigates a novel concept of integrating multi-functional shear thickening fluids
(M− STFs) into the core layer of a sandwich composite consisting of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) …

Multi-functional shear thickening fluids (M-STFs) with both shear thickening behavior and
electrical conductivity have a great potential for usage in a variety of applications ranging …

Cork composites have shown excellent potential in impact mitigating systems. Their
sustainability greatly surpasses the currently used solutions. In addition, recent advances in …

Polyurethane (PU) foams are commonly used as impact-absorbing materials in various
applications. However, the anti-impact performance of PU foams can be improved by …

Lightweight structures with high energy absorption capacity are in high demand for energy
absorption applications in a variety of engineering fields, such as aerospace, automotive …

In this study, we investigate the role of adding shear thickening fluids (STFs) and multi-
functional shear thickening fluids (M-STFs) to the core of a sandwich-structured composite …

In this study, we explore the shock-absorbing potential of shear-thickening fluid (STF) in
three-dimensional (3D)-printed structures. For this purpose, an STF was prepared by …