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View article: Shape Memory Alloy Torsional Actuators Enabling Autonomous Thermal Control in Small Satellites
Shape Memory Alloy Torsional Actuators Enabling Autonomous Thermal Control in Small Satellites Open
The aim of this study is to investigate the integration of Shape Memory Alloy (SMA) torque tubes into SmallSats’ thermal management systems to passively deploy radiator panels in an autonomous manner. Specific aspects of the investigation …
View article: Editorial: Next generation of materials for space applications
Editorial: Next generation of materials for space applications Open
View article: Cure kinetics of aromatic disulfide epoxy vitrimer: influence of epoxy/amine stoichiometry
Cure kinetics of aromatic disulfide epoxy vitrimer: influence of epoxy/amine stoichiometry Open
View article: Magnetic beneficiation – A novel approach to facilitate additive manufacturing of lunar regolith ceramics by vat photopolymerization
Magnetic beneficiation – A novel approach to facilitate additive manufacturing of lunar regolith ceramics by vat photopolymerization Open
Using lunar regolith in on-site additive manufacturing (AM) is critical for future crewed lunar missions, enabling the on-demand fabrication of tools, spare parts, and infrastructure. Stereolithography-based AM shows promise for fabricatin…
View article: An in-depth study of a thin-wall origami-inspired NiTi structure fabricated through laser powder bed fusion
An in-depth study of a thin-wall origami-inspired NiTi structure fabricated through laser powder bed fusion Open
View article: DEM analysis of friction of cylindrical pinewood pellets with corrugated steel silo walls
DEM analysis of friction of cylindrical pinewood pellets with corrugated steel silo walls Open
Steel silos with corrugated walls exhibit friction phenomena between the bulk material and the silo wall quite different from those produced in smooth walls. A silo model was designed, and discrete element method (DEM) simulations were per…
View article: Effects of solution annealing and ageing treatments on the microstructure and mechanical properties of 17-4PH steel produced by binder jetting
Effects of solution annealing and ageing treatments on the microstructure and mechanical properties of 17-4PH steel produced by binder jetting Open
Purpose Binder jetting of 17-4PH martensitic stainless steel is of great interest to several industries that could exploit the higher degree of geometrical complexity granted by 3D printing, thus this paper aims at providing a comprehensiv…
View article: Design and optimization of a new NiTi-based shape memory alloy structures for damping applications via additive manufacturing
Design and optimization of a new NiTi-based shape memory alloy structures for damping applications via additive manufacturing Open
Shape Memory Alloys (SMA), such as NiTi-based systems, are functional materials suitable for damping applications due to their pseudoelastic effect. This property allows to obtain simple, lightweight structures capable of absorbing energy …
View article: Magnetic Beneficiation - a Novel Approach to Facilitate Additive Manufacturing of Lunar Regolith Ceramics by Vat Photopolymerization
Magnetic Beneficiation - a Novel Approach to Facilitate Additive Manufacturing of Lunar Regolith Ceramics by Vat Photopolymerization Open
View article: A Shape Memory Alloy Based Torsional Actuator for Autonomous Thermal Control of Smallsats: Thermomechcanical Characterization and Application to a 12u Cubesat Mockup
A Shape Memory Alloy Based Torsional Actuator for Autonomous Thermal Control of Smallsats: Thermomechcanical Characterization and Application to a 12u Cubesat Mockup Open
View article: Optimizing lunar regolith for vat polymerization and sintering: pre-processing & mineral composition impact
Optimizing lunar regolith for vat polymerization and sintering: pre-processing & mineral composition impact Open
View article: 3D printing of shape memory Alloys for complex architectures of smart structures
3D printing of shape memory Alloys for complex architectures of smart structures Open
Shape Memory Alloys (SMA) are materials used to design smart structures with intrinsic functional properties and improved efficiency. This is a key aspect of aerospace industry and makes SMA good candidates in this field. One of the most w…
View article: Parametric optimization of bio-inspired engineered sandwich core
Parametric optimization of bio-inspired engineered sandwich core Open
The present study aims to design an efficient honeycomb cell structure for enhanced energy absorption. Elytra and bamboo bio-inspired parts were compared using a multi-criteria decision-making methodology (COPRAS) and finite element analys…
View article: Role of microstructure in the exploitation of self-healing potential in form-stable composite phase change materials based on immiscible alloys
Role of microstructure in the exploitation of self-healing potential in form-stable composite phase change materials based on immiscible alloys Open
View article: Effects of Solution Annealing and Aging Treatments on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties Development in 17-4ph Stainless Steel Produced by Binder Jetting
Effects of Solution Annealing and Aging Treatments on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties Development in 17-4ph Stainless Steel Produced by Binder Jetting Open
View article: Hingeless arm for space robotics actuated through shape memory alloys
Hingeless arm for space robotics actuated through shape memory alloys Open
Operating outside the spacecraft via remotely controlled structures is an important opportunity in different space applications. The research in this area is focused on designing robots that are sufficiently flexible to allow inspection in…
View article: Assessment of radiation shielding properties of self-healing polymers and nanocomposites for a space habitat case study under GCR and LEO radiation
Assessment of radiation shielding properties of self-healing polymers and nanocomposites for a space habitat case study under GCR and LEO radiation Open
In recent decades, the opportunity to introduce self-healing materials within space structures has drawn the attention of scientists and companies. Autonomous repair following damage caused by impacts with micrometeoroids and orbital debri…
View article: Advantages and challenges of novel materials for future space applications
Advantages and challenges of novel materials for future space applications Open
In the last years space technologies have made giant leaps, increasing the feasibility of human exploration and colonization of other celestial bodies. The Moon and Mars have become appealing in these terms, but autonomy, adaptability and …
View article: New insights into the molecular structure and dynamics of a recyclable and ionically crosslinked carboxylated nitrile rubber (XNBR)
New insights into the molecular structure and dynamics of a recyclable and ionically crosslinked carboxylated nitrile rubber (XNBR) Open
View article: Self-healing polymers for space: A study on autonomous repair performance and response to space radiation
Self-healing polymers for space: A study on autonomous repair performance and response to space radiation Open
One of the main challenges of space exploration is to properly protect astronauts from the hazards of the space environment. Space suits were hence created to protect crewmembers during extravehicular activities, but they are currently una…
View article: Combination of topology and shape optimization with finite element modeling in the case of an aerospace component produced by laser based additive manufacturing
Combination of topology and shape optimization with finite element modeling in the case of an aerospace component produced by laser based additive manufacturing Open
The present work applies a design for additive manufacturing-driven design methodology to an aeronautical component to be fabricated through an additive manufacturing (AM) process. This involves simulation of the process using Abaqus Finit…
View article: A comprehensive study of A357 alloy printability via laser metal deposition
A comprehensive study of A357 alloy printability via laser metal deposition Open
View article: Poly(ethylene-co-methacrylic acid) coated carbon fiber for self-healing composites
Poly(ethylene-co-methacrylic acid) coated carbon fiber for self-healing composites Open
View article: Damping property of a NiTi auxetic structure fabricated through selective laser melting
Damping property of a NiTi auxetic structure fabricated through selective laser melting Open
The present work aims at studying the damping response of a NiTi auxetic structure fabricated through additive manufacturing. Furthermore, an electropolishing route has been accounted for improving the roughness on the external surface of …
View article: Poly(methyl methacrylate) as Healing Agent for Carbon Fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composites
Poly(methyl methacrylate) as Healing Agent for Carbon Fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composites Open
Self-healing materials offer a potential solution to the problem of damage to fibre-reinforced plastics (FRPs) by allowing for the in-service repair of composite materials at a lower cost, in less time, and with improved mechanical propert…
View article: A critical appraisal of fracture mechanics methods for self-healing and healable composites characterization
A critical appraisal of fracture mechanics methods for self-healing and healable composites characterization Open
View article: Functionally graded ultra-high temperature ceramics: From thermo-elastic numerical analysis to damage tolerant composites
Functionally graded ultra-high temperature ceramics: From thermo-elastic numerical analysis to damage tolerant composites Open
To maximize the toughening contributions due to fiber bridging and residual stresses upon layering, ultra-high temperature ceramics containing variable amounts of short carbon fiber in functionally graded stacking sequences were designed a…
View article: Influence of production batch related parameters on static and fatigue resistance of LPBF produced AlSi7Mg0.6
Influence of production batch related parameters on static and fatigue resistance of LPBF produced AlSi7Mg0.6 Open
View article: Interlaminar fracture of structural fibre/epoxy composites integrating damage sensing and healing
Interlaminar fracture of structural fibre/epoxy composites integrating damage sensing and healing Open
View article: Emergence of Elastic Properties in a Minimalist Resilin‐Derived Heptapeptide upon Bromination (Small 32/2022)
Emergence of Elastic Properties in a Minimalist Resilin‐Derived Heptapeptide upon Bromination (Small 32/2022) Open
Supramolecular Chemistry In article number 2200807, Pierangelo Metrangolo and co-workers report the emergence of elasticity in a short peptide sequence—SDSYGAP—derived from resilin, upon bromination of the tyrosine residue. Bromine-mediate…