Mechanics Based Design of Structures and Machines,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 20
Published: Dec. 8, 2024
The
lightweight
design
of
thin-walled
curved
structures
as
spherical
shells
are
frequently
implemented
in
architecture,
aerospace,
mechanical,
automotive,
nuclear,
and
defense
structures.
Under
the
transverse
loads,
may
largely
deform
hence
snap
from
one
equilibrium
position
to
other.
Thus,
this
work
aims
develop
a
mathematical
model
computational
solution
investigate
nonlinear
bending
snap-through
behavior
doubly
auxetic
metamaterial
shell
subjected
transversal
loading,
for
first
time.
is
composed
several
layers
through
thickness,
each
layer
manufactured
copper
(Cu)
matrix
reinforced
with
specified
weight
fraction
graphene
origami
(GOAM).
mechanical
properties
GOAM
panel
presented
described
by
functions
volume
folding
degree.
Three
types
GOAM-distributions
considered,
which
U-type,
X-type,
O-type.
theoretical
framework
Kirchhoff–Love
hypotheses
thin
von
Karman
type
nonlinearity
used
derive
governing
equations.
differential
quadrature
method
(DQM)
discretize
space
domain
convert
partial
equation
algebraic
equations
terms
displacement
field.
An
efficient
incremental
iterative
procedure
developed
solve
predict
behavior.
A
conversion
validation
isotropic
considered.
Several
numerical
results
conducted
considering
effects
changing
content,
distribution
pattern,
degree,
curvature
thickness.
For
panels
exhibiting
behavior,
increasing
leads
higher
limiting
load;
however,
instability
gap
enlarged.
International Journal of Structural Integrity,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 2, 2025
Purpose
The
study
explores
frequency
curves
and
natural
frequencies
as
functions
of
crack
length,
angle,
magnetic
field
strength
small
size
effects
under
the
three
boundary
conditions.
Design/methodology/approach
This
investigates
nonlinear
dynamics
a
single-layered
graphene
nanoplate
with
an
arbitrarily
oriented
influence
field.
research
focuses
on
conditions:
simply
supported,
clamped
clamped-simply
supported.
effect
is
modeled
by
incorporating
membrane
forces
additional
flexural
moments
created
into
equation
motion.
Findings
Results
reveal
that
increasing
intensity
reduces
stiffness
nanoplate,
increases
compressive
load
lowers
its
frequency.
Additionally,
excessive
may
lead
to
static
buckling.
critical
dimensionless
fields
are
found
be
33.6,
95.1
72.3
for
All
edges
supported
(SSSS),
fully
(CCCC)
two
opposite
other
(CSCS)
nanoplates,
respectively.
Furthermore,
SSSS
CCCC
conditions,
increase
in
angle
results
softening
behavior
hard
spring.
In
contrast,
SCSC
condition
exhibits
behavior.
These
findings
emphasize
importance
considering
angled
cracks
electromagnetic
loads
analysis
design
graphene-based
nanostructures.
Originality/value
Novel
equations
derived
account
applied
induced
motion
discretized
using
Galerkin
technique,
analytical
response
obtained
via
multiple
time-scales
perturbation
technique.
Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 24
Published: Dec. 10, 2024
In
the
field
of
medical
technology,
specialized
equipment
utilizes
tubular
metastructures
with
a
negative
Poisson's
ratio
in
vascular
stents
to
reduce
risk
embolism.
The
deliberate
incorporation
auxetic
structures
into
stent
design
offers
several
benefits
over
traditional
stents.
This
study
examines
nonlinear
instability
and
bending
responses
reentrant
perfect
imperfect
3D-printed
metastructures.
First,
governing
equations
for
tube
geometric
imperfections
under
transverse
axial
mechanical
loads
are
derived
using
von-Kármán
assumption
Timoshenko
theory.
Then,
principle
virtual
displacement.
physical
characteristics
structure
Malek-Gibson
relations,
while
tensile
tests
digital
image
correlation
(DIC)
used
determine
properties
polylactic
acid
(PLA).
Scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM)
images
help
investigate
variations
modulus
elasticity
ultimate
strength
dogbone
specimens,
Ritz
method
Chebyshev
polynomials
is
employed
discretize
equations.
Second,
two
numerical
algorithms
analyze
static
behavior
metatube
within
framework.
validation
conducted
representative
volume
element
(RVE)
unit
cell
based
on
literature
finite
software
Abaqus.
Following
mathematical
model,
an
extensive
investigation
assess
how
differing
parameters
impact
analysis
tube.
Engineering Computations,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 28, 2025
Purpose
Uncertainties
present
in
the
system
parameters
and/or
external
forces
play
a
significant
role
static
analysis
of
structures.
Recently,
fuzzy
numbers
have
been
used
to
model
these
uncertainties.
It
may
be
noted
that
when
uncertainties
are
considered
only
for
loading
terms
type-1
or
type-2
numbers,
problem
is
converted
linear
equations
with
crisp
coefficients.
In
this
regard,
purpose
research
propose
new
technique
solve
Design/methodology/approach
very
interesting
effective
techniques
such
problems.
A
methodology
based
on
parametric
forms
and
convert
into
interval
systems
equations.
Further,
concept
double
triple
utilised
systems.
Findings
The
proposed
has
successfully
implemented
as
well
environments.
Accordingly,
sample
mathematical
problems
application
problems,
namely
8-bar
truss
structure
uniform
rectangular
sheet
structure,
solved.
results
contrasted
solution
obtained
by
existing
approaches
found
good
agreement.
Originality/value
To
deal
uncertainty
loadings,
here.
Also,
approach
presented
work
shows
originality
research.
Advanced Engineering Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 3, 2025
This
study
proposes
innovative
bioinspired
tubular
metamaterial
structures
modeled
after
the
zigzag
patterns
commonly
found
in
natural
systems.
The
straight,
curved
and
their
symmetrical
counterparts
serve
as
inspiration
for
design
of
a
novel
biomimetic
tube.
To
enhance
mechanical
performance
these
tubes,
circumferential
stiffeners
are
incorporated,
varying
both
quantity
arrangement.
Various
samples
fabricated
using
additive
manufacturing,
experimental
testing
combined
with
finite‐element
analysis
is
employed
to
assess
deformation
behavior,
energy
absorption
(EA),
specific
EA
(SEA),
effective
Young's
modulus
(
E
eff
).
Results
demonstrate
that
addition
significantly
enhances
capacity
behavior
by
overall
Poisson's
ratio
enhancing
stiffness.
Straight
tubes
exhibit
highest
stiffness,
while
symmetric
show
up
33%
improvement
stiffener
integration.
Nonsymmetric
configurations
enhanced
integration
superior
52%.
Stiffeners
SEA
42%
tubes.
parametric
further
emphasizes
critical
role
geometric
parameters
optimizing
performance.
These
results
provide
valuable
insights
designing
advanced
high
variety
applications.
International Journal of Structural Integrity,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 20, 2025
Purpose
Auxetic
tubular
structures
with
negative
Poisson’s
ratios
have
gained
significant
attention
in
biomedical
applications,
particularly
vascular
and
esophageal
stents,
due
to
their
potential
reduce
embolism
risks.
This
study
aims
investigate
the
nonlinear
vibration
characteristics
of
such
develop
accurate
predictive
models
using
machine
learning
(ML)
techniques.
Design/methodology/approach
The
governing
equations
auxetic
tubes
are
derived
Hamilton’s
principle
von-Kármán’s
assumptions,
while
Malek-Gibson
relations
determine
effective
mechanical
properties.
behavior
polylactic
acid
(PLA)
is
experimentally
analyzed
through
tensile
testing
digital
image
correlation
(DIC)
additional
insights
from
scanning
electron
microscopy.
solved
via
Ritz
method,
vibrational
assessed
direct
displacement
control
approach.
Predictive
modeling
performed
six
ML
algorithms
–
CatBoost,
decision
tree,
random
forest,
gradient
boosting
extreme
(XGBoost)
support
vector
regression
(SVR)
along
an
artificial
neural
network
(ANN).
Response
surface
methodology
employed
optimize
effects
edge
supports,
radius
cell
geometry
on
behavior.
Findings
results
demonstrate
a
strong
agreement
between
ML/ANN
predictions
analytical
confirming
reliability
developed
models.
analysis
reveals
that
variations
significantly
influence
response
structures.
optimized
configurations
enhance
structural
performance,
making
these
metastructures
highly
suitable
for
applications.
Originality/value
uniquely
integrates
modeling,
experimental
ML-based
comprehensively
assess
metastructures.
findings
provide
valuable
design
next-generation
improving
performance
expanding
Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 16
Published: Oct. 29, 2024
Theoretical
analysis
is
utilized
to
model
the
low-velocity
impact
(LVI)
on
a
Carbon-Fiber
Reinforced
Polymer
(CFRP)
sandwich
plate
with
reentrant
auxetic
core.
The
Zig-Zag
theory
employed
formulate
displacement
field
of
plate.
mechanical
characteristics
core
unit
cell
are
determined
through
application
Gibson's
equations.
influences
thickness,
angle,
number
layers
along
impactor
radius,
and
initial
velocity
LVI
study
CFRP
investigated
in
detail.