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View article: Origin of Heating-InducedSoftening and EnthalpicReinforcement in Elastomeric Nanocomposites
Origin of Heating-InducedSoftening and EnthalpicReinforcement in Elastomeric Nanocomposites Open
Molecular simulations demonstrate that the enthalpic softening of elastomeric nanocomposites upon heating can arise naturally from a Poisson’s ratio mismatch between elastomer and nanoparticle networks, providing a more parsimonious explan…
View article: ebba-gronfors/ESS-model: Electrostatic Stiffening Model v1.0.0
ebba-gronfors/ESS-model: Electrostatic Stiffening Model v1.0.0 Open
Matlab code for simulations of liquid crystals in the nematic (N) and ferroelectric nematic (NF) phases, confined in Circularly Rubbed Cells (CRCs) and Evaporated/Circularly Rubbed Cells (ECRCs)
View article: ebba-gronfors/ESS-model: Electrostatic Stiffening Model v1.0.0
ebba-gronfors/ESS-model: Electrostatic Stiffening Model v1.0.0 Open
Matlab code for simulations of liquid crystals in the nematic (N) and ferroelectric nematic (NF) phases, confined in Circularly Rubbed Cells (CRCs) and Evaporated/Circularly Rubbed Cells (ECRCs)
View article: Physics-informed machine learning for nonlinear deformations in soft solids
Physics-informed machine learning for nonlinear deformations in soft solids Open
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), often referred to as concussion, is a significant public health concern, particularly in contact sports, vehicular collisions and similar scenarios. The key mechanisms behind mTBI involve the transmissio…
View article: Comparative Study of Structural Designs of Stationary Components in Ultra-High-Head Pumped Storage Units
Comparative Study of Structural Designs of Stationary Components in Ultra-High-Head Pumped Storage Units Open
Pumped storage power stations provide essential benefits to power grids by cutting peak loads, filling valleys, and boosting renewable energy integration rates. They serve as the foundation for developing a new power system based on renewa…
View article: Stiffening iron particles to modulate physical interactions
Stiffening iron particles to modulate physical interactions Open
Variable rigidity is vital for autonomous hardware systems to interact with unstructured environments, which allows them to be both soft and rigid depending on their motor intent. Extensive research has focused on granular jamming, owing t…
View article: Contact stiffness governs cell mechanosensing through molecular clutches
Contact stiffness governs cell mechanosensing through molecular clutches Open
In cell-extracellular matrix (ECM) interactions, cells apply traction forces to the local ECM through adhesions, in which the local ECM deformation depends on both local and non-local adhesions. Here, we established a nonlocal model based …
View article: A unified framework for soft inflatable fabric actuators
A unified framework for soft inflatable fabric actuators Open
Soft inflatable fabric actuators are gaining traction in soft robotics due to their lightweight, compliant structures and capacity for generating diverse motions. However, the increasing diversity and structural complexity of their designs…
View article: Thermogravimetric Analysis of a Designed Nanoplatelet-Reinforced Composite for Ballistic Shield Using Bamboo Fiber
Thermogravimetric Analysis of a Designed Nanoplatelet-Reinforced Composite for Ballistic Shield Using Bamboo Fiber Open
Incorporating high-strength reinforcements like graphene and Kevlar to enhance composite performance highlights the efficacy of a body armour. this research provides a comprehensive thermal characterization of the developed bamboo ballisti…
View article: Thermogravimetric Analysis of a Designed Nanoplatelet-Reinforced Composite for Ballistic Shield Using Bamboo Fiber
Thermogravimetric Analysis of a Designed Nanoplatelet-Reinforced Composite for Ballistic Shield Using Bamboo Fiber Open
Incorporating high-strength reinforcements like graphene and Kevlar to enhance composite performance highlights the efficacy of a body armour. this research provides a comprehensive thermal characterization of the developed bamboo ballisti…
View article: Shear wave bandgap in buckled soft laminates with stiffening phases
Shear wave bandgap in buckled soft laminates with stiffening phases Open
This study investigates elastic instability-activated bandgaps for shear waves in soft laminates comprised of phases that exhibit stiffening. In particular, the Gent material model is used for phases. The stiff layer buckling, influenced b…
View article: 3D printing thermoplastic vulcanizates: Current limitations, innovative solutions, and emerging applications
3D printing thermoplastic vulcanizates: Current limitations, innovative solutions, and emerging applications Open
Thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs) are a class of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) that achieve a balance between rubber elasticity and thermoplastic processability, which might position them as a sustainable potential replacement for conven…
View article: Double-Profile Intersection (DoPIo) Ultrasound: Pointwise Shear Elasticity Estimation using Paired Confocal Displacement Profiles
Double-Profile Intersection (DoPIo) Ultrasound: Pointwise Shear Elasticity Estimation using Paired Confocal Displacement Profiles Open
Current acoustic radiation force (ARF) based methods for quantifying tissue elasticity primarily rely on shear wave propagation. However, their spatial resolution is limited by the need for spatial averaging, and their accuracy is affected…
View article: Double-Profile Intersection (DoPIo) Ultrasound: Pointwise Shear Elasticity Estimation using Paired Confocal Displacement Profiles
Double-Profile Intersection (DoPIo) Ultrasound: Pointwise Shear Elasticity Estimation using Paired Confocal Displacement Profiles Open
Current acoustic radiation force (ARF) based methods for quantifying tissue elasticity primarily rely on shear wave propagation. However, their spatial resolution is limited by the need for spatial averaging, and their accuracy is affected…
View article: Adaptive hydrogels with spatiotemporal stiffening using pH-modulating enzymes
Adaptive hydrogels with spatiotemporal stiffening using pH-modulating enzymes Open
View article: Cardiac Hemodynamic Status: An Interpretable One-Look Windkessel Index of Arterial Health
Cardiac Hemodynamic Status: An Interpretable One-Look Windkessel Index of Arterial Health Open
Objective: Cardiovascular assessment typically relies on fragmented single-parameter measures that fail to capture the coordinated interplay between cardiac output (CO), systemic vascular resistance (SVR), and arterial compliance (AC). The…
View article: A novel hybrid epoxy resin based on a dynamically active polyborosiloxane shear stiffening gel for highly impact resistant composite laminates
A novel hybrid epoxy resin based on a dynamically active polyborosiloxane shear stiffening gel for highly impact resistant composite laminates Open
View article: Image 1_Finite-element analysis-based design and efficacy assessment of a three-dimensional anisotropic heel cushioning pad for diabetic foot management.jpeg
Image 1_Finite-element analysis-based design and efficacy assessment of a three-dimensional anisotropic heel cushioning pad for diabetic foot management.jpeg Open
Background Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a common complication observed in diabetic patients, which can lead to lower limb amputation in severe cases and seriously impair the patient’s mobility and even endanger life. Plantar insoles aim to…
View article: Modal Analysis–Based Detection of Barely Visible Impact Damage in Carbon/Epoxy Overwraps of Type-IV Polymer-Lined Pressure Vessels
Modal Analysis–Based Detection of Barely Visible Impact Damage in Carbon/Epoxy Overwraps of Type-IV Polymer-Lined Pressure Vessels Open
A vibration-based protocol is presented for identifying barely visible impact damage (BVID) in type-IV composite-overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs). A 1 kJ hemispherical-tip strike was applied to a fully pressurized vessel, which was sub…
View article: Calculation of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Using the Theory of Composite Rods and Rod Approximation
Calculation of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Using the Theory of Composite Rods and Rod Approximation Open
The article proposes a methodology for calculating CLT panels as composite beams. This approach allows for the analysis of panels with any number of layers. It is shown that, unlike existing approaches, the behavior of the panel is conside…
View article: Buckling Strength and Sealing Performance of External Pressure-Resistant Stiffened Cylindrical Shell Structures with Split-Structure Characteristics
Buckling Strength and Sealing Performance of External Pressure-Resistant Stiffened Cylindrical Shell Structures with Split-Structure Characteristics Open
This study investigates the structural response of engine outer casings subjected to external pressure, with particular emphasis on the buckling resistance and sealing integrity of split-structure configurations. The analysis demonstrates …
View article: Elastic signatures of stability in Ir–Ni–Ta bulk metallic glasses
Elastic signatures of stability in Ir–Ni–Ta bulk metallic glasses Open
The advancement of bulk metallic glasses (BMGs) for extreme-environment applications is hindered by limited understanding of their elastic behavior and structural stability under high pressure. This study presents a comprehensive study of …
View article: PEG-Collagen Interpenetrating Networks Support EnhancedVasculogenic Self-Assembly and Impact Cell-Mediated Remodeling
PEG-Collagen Interpenetrating Networks Support EnhancedVasculogenic Self-Assembly and Impact Cell-Mediated Remodeling Open
The biophysical cues of natural and synthetic hydrogels, including stiffness and the rate of cell-mediated degradation, are often tuned to better understand how to form vessel networks in tissue constructs. Interpenetrating networks (IPN) …
View article: Quantitative Mapping of Fibrotic Tissue Mechanics via Brillouin Spectroscopy
Quantitative Mapping of Fibrotic Tissue Mechanics via Brillouin Spectroscopy Open
Fibrosis is a pathological scarring process that disrupts tissue architecture, and is characterized by excessive extracellular matrix (ECM) deposition, leading to tissue stiffening and impaired organ function. Accurate quantification and s…
View article: The mechanical performance of a Liao dynasty five-step outer eave column-head Dougong bracket: A numerical investigation
The mechanical performance of a Liao dynasty five-step outer eave column-head Dougong bracket: A numerical investigation Open
The Dougong bracket is a critical seismic-resistant element in traditional Chinese timber structures, yet its complex mechanical behavior requires further investigation. This study numerically evaluated the static structural performance of…
View article: Prefabricated <scp>GFRP</scp> ‐reinforced <scp>UHPC</scp> overlays for strengthening <scp>RC</scp> beams in flexure
Prefabricated <span>GFRP</span> ‐reinforced <span>UHPC</span> overlays for strengthening <span>RC</span> beams in flexure Open
Field‐cast ultra‐high performance concrete (UHPC) overlays reinforced with fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) bars have been evaluated for retrofitting reinforced concrete (RC) structures, but limitations exist such as the complexity of UHPC m…
View article: Methylglyoxal-induced glycation stress promotes aortic stiffening: putative mechanistic roles of oxidative stress and cellular senescence
Methylglyoxal-induced glycation stress promotes aortic stiffening: putative mechanistic roles of oxidative stress and cellular senescence Open
MGO-induced glycation stress contributes to aortic stiffening and glycation stress lowering compounds hold promise for mitigating these effects.
View article: Experimental Evaluation of Highway Bridge Fingerplates Under Cyclic Loading
Experimental Evaluation of Highway Bridge Fingerplates Under Cyclic Loading Open
Fingerplate expansion joints are commonly used in bridges to accommodate large movements in bridge decks, often due to thermal expansion or contraction. Although these joints are designed to last the bridge’s lifetime, they have experience…
View article: Valorization of Coffee Husk in Ternary Bio-Composites: Synergistic Reinforcement of Bio-Epoxy/Polylactic Acid for Enhanced Mechanical and Physical Properties
Valorization of Coffee Husk in Ternary Bio-Composites: Synergistic Reinforcement of Bio-Epoxy/Polylactic Acid for Enhanced Mechanical and Physical Properties Open
This study investigated Coffee arabica husk (CAH) as a reinforcing filler to create sustainable biocomposites from agro-industrial waste. The research explored the relationship between processing, structure, and properties using two matric…
View article: Force-induced Elastic Softening and Conformational Transitions in a Polyampholyte Chain
Force-induced Elastic Softening and Conformational Transitions in a Polyampholyte Chain Open
The mechanical response of intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs) and polyampholyte (PA) chains is vital for understanding their biological functions and designing functional materials. We investigate the force-extension behavior of a PA…