The topological design of multifunctional cellular metals

Citation
Ag. Evans et al., The topological design of multifunctional cellular metals, PROG MAT SC, 46(3-4), 2001, pp. 309-327
Citations number
13
Categorie Soggetti
Apllied Physucs/Condensed Matter/Materiales Science","Material Science & Engineering
Journal title
PROGRESS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE
ISSN journal
00796425 → ACNP
Volume
46
Issue
3-4
Year of publication
2001
Pages
309 - 327
Database
ISI
SICI code
0079-6425(2001)46:3-4<309:TTDOMC>2.0.ZU;2-X
Abstract
The multifunctional performance of stochastic (foamed) cellular metals is n ow well documented. This article compares such materials with the projected capabilities of materials with periodic cells, configured as cores of pane ls, tubes and shells. The implementation opportunities are as ultra-light s tructures, for compact cooling, in energy absorption and vibration control. The periodic topologies comprise either micro-truss lattices or prismatic materials. Performance benefits that can be expected upon implementing thes e periodic materials are presented and compared with competing concepts. Me thods for manufacturing these materials are discussed and some cost/perform ance trade-offs are addressed. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights re served.