Cold Hibernated Elastic Memory Structure

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1138745707

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COLD HIBERNATED ELASTIC MEMORY STRUCTURE by Anonim Pdf

Author : Witold M. Sokolowski
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780429759550

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Cold Hibernated Elastic Memory Structure by Witold M. Sokolowski Pdf

Cold hibernated elastic memory (CHEM) is an innovative, smart material technology that uses shape memory polymers in open cellular structures. This book extensively describes CHEM self-deployable structures, provides basic property data and characteristics, discusses advantages, and identifies numerous space, commercial, and medical applications. Some of these applications have been experimentally and analytically investigated with inspiring results and are revealed here. CHEM technology has a potential to provide groundbreaking self-deployable space structures. Some cutting-edge space CHEM concepts described in this book represent the introduction of a new generation of space deployable structures. CHEM materials have unique characteristics that enable the manufacture of self-deployable stents and other medical devices not possible currently. One of the medical applications, the CHEM endovascular treatment of aneurysm, is being experimentally explored with promising results that would save lives. This book provides a long list of interesting potential commercial CHEM applications that could simplify and make life easier at low cost. One of these products, the self-reconfiguring armchair, is already being set up for mass production. This book will be of interest to all engineering researchers, scientists, engineers, students, designers, and technologists across their relevant fields of interest. The exceptional characteristics of CHEM technology are presently enabling technologists to develop many applications ranging from outer space to inside the human body. As a result, CHEM structures are in the process of reshaping our thinking, approaches, and design methods in many ways that conventional materials and approaches do not allow.

Author : Arun D I,Chakravarthy P,Arockia Kumar R,Santhosh B
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351119924

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Shape Memory Materials by Arun D I,Chakravarthy P,Arockia Kumar R,Santhosh B Pdf

This work addresses the basic principles, synthesis / fabrication and applications of smart materials, specifically shape memory materials Based on origin, the mechanisms of transformations vary in different shape memory materials and are discussed in different chapters under titles of shape memory alloys, ceramics, gels and polymers Complete coverage of composite formation with polymer matrix and reinforcement filler conductive materials with examples

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 890 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Technology
ISBN : MINN:31951P00980196X

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NASA Tech Briefs by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jinsong Leng,Shanyi Du
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2010-05-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781420090208

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Shape-Memory Polymers and Multifunctional Composites by Jinsong Leng,Shanyi Du Pdf

Admired for their extraordinary stimuli-sensitive behavior and shape-changing capabilities, shape-memory polymers (SMPs) and multifunctional composites are among the most important smart materials. They continue to be widely applied in many diverse fields to create things such as self-deployable spacecraft structures, morphing structures, SMP foams

Author : Gyaneshwar Tandon ,Jeffery Baur,Amber McClung
Publisher : DEStech Publications, Inc
Page : 675 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781605951188

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Shape Memory Polymers for Aerospace Applications by Gyaneshwar Tandon ,Jeffery Baur,Amber McClung Pdf

Shape memory polymer chemistry and design for active materials and morphing structuresCovers shape memory in polymers, alloys and composites, including models and testing Essential equations for analysis of the structure, behavior and properties of SMPsMany graphs and figures in full color A technical analysis of shape-memory polymers (SMPs) and their composites, particularly in adaptive materials, this volume introduces designs linking SMPs to metals, elastomers, foams, nanoparticles and other materials, as well as the engineering of SMPs directly into parts and active (morphing) components. Attention is given to controlled structures activated by light, heat, electricity and other energy sources, as well as the connection of SMPs with actuators. Part one discusses the activation and analysis of the shape memory response, including shape recovery. Subsequent chapters offer modeling and other tools for investigating the SMP response, including shape recovery. Part three combines the response with micro- and macro-scale reinforcing phases for producing SMP composites, and the following section discusses synthetic and nanostructured customization of the shape memory polymer response. The final section focuses on specific SMP concepts in aircraft, including morphing skins, wings, unimorph composite actuators for deployment, and variable stiffness elements.

Author : Muni Raj Maurya,Kishor Kumar Sadasivuni,John-John Cabibihan,Shahzada Ahmad,Samrana Kazim
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030941147

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Shape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and Metals for 4D Printing by Muni Raj Maurya,Kishor Kumar Sadasivuni,John-John Cabibihan,Shahzada Ahmad,Samrana Kazim Pdf

Shape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and Metals for 4D Printing is a thorough discussion of the physics and chemistry behind this developing area of materials science. It provides readers with a clear exposition of shape-memory-composite (SMC) preparation techniques for 3D and 4D printing processes and explains how intelligent manufacturing technology may be applied in fields such as robotics, construction, medical science, and smart sensors. The book covers fundamental background knowledge on the synthesis of shape memory polymers (SMPs) and shape memory alloys (SMAs), and additive manufacturing techniques. Polymers and metals and their roles in 4D printing are dealt with separately, and applications of 4D printing are treated in their own chapter. The different alloy compositions and nanoparticle fillers in polymer composites are examined in detail, along with the key mechanisms involved in their processing. Hybrid nanofillers and synergistic composite mixtures, which are either in extensive current use or have shown promising outcomes in the field of 4D printing, are thoroughly discussed. Differences between these novel SMCs and traditional metal alloys, organic and inorganic composites are presented, and means by which they can improve mechanical properties that are triggered by external sources like magnetic field, temperature, and pH of solvent, are set out. This book provides practitioners, industrial researchers, and scholars with a state-of-the-art overview of SMP/SMA synthesis, additive manufacturing, modification in synthesis of SMCs for 4D printing, and their likely future applications.

Author : Gilsoo Cho
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2009-12-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781420088533

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Smart Clothing by Gilsoo Cho Pdf

GPS-embedded clothing for finding children or skiers when they are lost, bio-monitoring smart shirts, and vests that monitor a patient's vital signs are no longer science fiction but science fact. It is quite likely that within 20 or 30 years, computers, telephones, and televisions will be a part of our intimate clothing. Covering the whole design

Author : Prasanth Raghavan,M.S. Sreekala,Lakshmipriya Ravindran,Ankitha Menon
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 686 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780323994538

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Handbook of Thermosetting Foams, Aerogels, and Hydrogels by Prasanth Raghavan,M.S. Sreekala,Lakshmipriya Ravindran,Ankitha Menon Pdf

Handbook of Thermosetting Foams, Aerogels, and Hydrogels: From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications presents the latest on the preparation, characterization, properties and applications of thermoset foams, aerogels and hydrogels. The book begins by introducing each of these concepts and their characteristics, current applications, potential for further development, and environmental impacts. This is followed by three sections, each focusing on foams, aerogels and hydrogels developed from a specific thermosetting polymer category, covering polyurethane, epoxy resins and formaldehyde. In each section, detailed coverage includes preparation, structure, characterization, properties, processing and applications based on material, along with key challenges in design, processing, implementation and solutions. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students with an interest in thermoset lightweight materials across the disciplines of polymer science, chemistry, nanotechnology, materials science and engineering. The book will also be of interest to R&D professionals, engineers and scientists working with foams, hydrogels and aerogels for a range of applications and industries. Provides methodical coverage of polyurethane, epoxy and formaldehyde-based foams, aerogels and hydrogels Explores a range of high value applications across automotive and aerospace, defense, biomedicine, and other areas Considers challenges in design, processing and implementation, along with environmental aspects such as biodegradability and recyclability

Author : L Yahia
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780857097057

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Shape Memory Polymers for Biomedical Applications by L Yahia Pdf

Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are an emerging class of smart polymers which give scientists the ability to process the material into a permanent state and predefine a second temporary state which can be triggered by different stimuli. The changing chemistries of SMPs allows scientists to tailor important properties such as strength, stiffness, elasticity and expansion rate. Consequently SMPs are being increasingly used and developed for minimally invasive applications where the material can expand and develop post insertion. This book will provide readers with a comprehensive review of shape memory polymer technologies. Part 1 will discuss the fundamentals and mechanical aspects of SMPs. Chapters in part 2 will look at the range of technologies and materials available for scientific manipulation whilst the final set of chapters will review applications. Reviews the fundamentals of shape memory polymers with chapters focussing on the basic principles of the materials Comprehensive coverage of design and mechanical aspects of SMPs Expert analysis of the range of technologies and materials available for scientific manipulation

Author : T. Chandra,M. Ionescu,Diego Mantovani
Publisher : Trans Tech Publications Ltd
Page : 3226 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2012-01-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783038136682

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THERMEC 2011 by T. Chandra,M. Ionescu,Diego Mantovani Pdf

Volume is indexed by Thomson Reuters CPCI-S (WoS). These are the proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Processing and Manufacturing of Advanced Materials - THERMEC’2011 - which was held during the 1-5 August 2011 in Quebec City, Canada. The conference brought together researchers and engineers/technologists working on various aspects of the processing, fabrication, structure/property evaluation and applications of both ferrous and non-ferrous materials; including biomaterials and smart/intelligent materials. The contents are thus and excellent and up-to-date guide to these subjects.

Author : C. H. Jenkins
Publisher : AIAA
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Expandable space structures
ISBN : 1600864422

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Progress In Astronautics and Aeronautics by C. H. Jenkins Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Actuators
ISBN : UOM:39015043007932

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Smart Structures and Materials by Anonim Pdf

Author : Yoseph Bar-Cohen
Publisher : SPIE-International Society for Optical Engineering
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : STANFORD:36105022015833

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Smart Structures and Materials 1999 by Yoseph Bar-Cohen Pdf

Author : Ajit Behera
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 762 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030803599

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Advanced Materials by Ajit Behera Pdf

This book provides a thorough introduction to the essential topics in modern materials science. It brings together the spectrum of materials science topics, spanning inorganic and organic materials, nanomaterials, biomaterials, and alloys within a single cohesive and comprehensive resource. Synthesis and processing techniques, structural and crystallographic configurations, properties, classifications, process mechanisms, applications, and related numerical problems are discussed in each chapter. End-of-chapter summaries and problems are included to deepen and reinforce the reader's comprehension. Provides a cohesive and comprehensive reference on a wide range of materials and processes in modern materials science; Presents material in an engaging manner to encourage innovative practices and perspectives; Includes chapter summaries and problems at the end of every chapter for reinforcement of concepts.