The rigidity of a network of elastic beams is closely related to its microstructure. We show
both numerically and theoretically that there is a class of isotropic networks, which are stiffer …

We consider a periodic lattice structure in d= 2 or 3 dimensions with unit cell comprising Z
thin elastic members emanating from a similarly situated central node. A general theoretical …

Elastic networks model that is used to model a class of two-dimensional cellular structures
including re-entrant and regular honeycombs is considered. Two mechanical parameters …

The diluted kagome lattice, in which bonds are randomly removed with probability 1− p,
consists of straight lines that intersect at points with a maximum coordination number of 4. If …

We present a family of elastically isotropic stretching-dominated cubic truss lattices. Their
Young's, shear, bulk moduli approach nearly 1/3 of the theoretical Hashin-Shtrikman upper …

Control over the deformation behaviour that a cellular structure shows in response to
imposed external forces is a requirement for the effective design of mechanical …

Combing hair involves brushing away the topological tangles in a collective curl, defined as
a bundle of interacting elastic filaments. Using a combination of experiment and …

Recent advances in the cataloguing of three-dimensional nets mean a systematic search for
framework structures with specific properties is now feasible. Theoretical arguments about …

This paper concerns biomimetic exploration of the leaf rib layout problem. Biological
venation of organisms is observed to be similar to reinforced plate/shell systems. Similarity …

The elasticity of networks comprised of semi-flexible polymers plays a vital role in regulating
the mechanics of both intra-and extra-cellular matrices. The behaviour of this polymer …