To replace traditional petrochemical-based thermal insulation materials, in this work, the
chitosan (CHI)/alginate (ALG)(CA) aerogels with three-dimensional hierarchical pore …

Initial elastic modulus and compressive strength are the two most important engineering
properties for modeling and design of EPS geofoams, which are extensively used in civil …

Virtual testing of helmets using finite element (FE) analysis can be a valuable tool during
product development. Still, its usefulness is limited by the quality of the constitutive model of …

Triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) structures are adequate substitutes for some foams
because of the high ratio of their mechanical properties and weights; furthermore, they allow …

The diamond triply periodic minimal surface structure has a high mechanical property–
weight ratio. They can be modified by changing their internal parameters or the material …

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) boxes are used for the packaging of perishable and vulnerable
goods during transportation; for instance, fresh fish fillets. It is important to minimize the …

This study aims to explore the feasibility of using a structure inspired by the features of
horsetail and human spine as the potential helmet liner, targeting at mitigation of …

Thermal expansion molding process (TEMP) is a new technology for integrated molding
sandwich composites. However, the development of high‐performance expandable foam …

Ultra-lightweight foam-core fibreboard with 19 mm thickness was produced with a novel one-
step process using resinated wood fibres for the faces and expandable polystyrene (EPS) as …

Closed-cell polymer foams are versatile materials that have multiple applications in several
industries due to their mechanical energy absorption capabilities, and they are used to …