Theory and Practice of Cushion Design

Abstract

This monograph is a critical review of current art in selecting, designing, analyzing, and using cushions. It is concerned with materials which will deform significantly under applied forces. The function of the cushion is to mitigate the effects of shock or vibration on an object. The main thrust of this monograph will be directed at materials rather than devices. The basic objective of this monograph is to bring all persons concerned with cushions - theoretician, materials engineer, designer, specification writer, producer, and user - to the same point of reference. A secondary but important objective is to indicate potentials and to suggest possible new lines of endeavor which might produce fruitful results.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1968
Accession Number
AD0674981

Entities

People

  • Gordon S. Mustin

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Engineered Resilient Systems
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

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  • Biomedical And Dental Materials
  • Cellular Structures
  • Climate Change
  • Computational Science
  • Differential Equations
  • Glass Fibers
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Polymeric Films
  • Resonant Frequency
  • Shock Response Spectra
  • Stress Strain Relations

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  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Theoretical Analysis.