Odd Elasticity in Chiral Active Solids
Abstract
The goal of our research is to derive and study a generalization of elasticity theory appropriate for solids whose microscopic constituents are active (i.e., can consume energy). The conceptual starting place for our research is as follows. Active materials are composed of interacting constituents ranging from synthetic components to living organism that are individually capable of converting internal energy into work or self-sustained motion. When the active components are held together by interactions in a solid structure, the resulting medium displays emergent mechanical properties at the interface between continuum mechanics and dynamical systems. Our objective is to investigate the modifications of the elastic properties of such solids.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 28, 2023
- Accession Number
- AD1226631
Entities
People
- Vincenzo Vitelli
Organizations
- University of Chicago