Auxetic structures for energy absorption applications

Auxetic materials are new class of materials exhibiting negative Poissons ratio. This unusual behavior results in improvement of mechanical properties such as energy absorption capability. This research focuses on design of auxetic materials in order to enhance and control mechanical properties. Mec...

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Main Author: Rad, Mozafar Shokri (Author)
Format: Thesis
Published: 2015-06.
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