Fast morphing multi-stable structures from shape-programmable bio-inspired composites

Abstract

This project aims to design shape programmable morphing systems based on multi-stable structures exploiting the tailorability enabled by using bio-inspired micro-reinforced materials. The combination of shape programmability built-in during manufacturing, with the functional multiple configurations and rapid adaptation enabled by multi-stability, results in highly reconfigurable morphing systems.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Mar 23, 2016
Source ID
FA95501610007

Entities

People

  • Andre Studart

Organizations

  • Air Force Office of Scientific Research
  • ETH Zurich
  • United States Air Force

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Nanocomposite Materials Science