Lattice structures, which are also known as architected cellular structures, have been
applied in various industrial sectors, owing to their fascinated performances, such as low …

Cellular materials are gaining significant attention in product development due to their
unique characteristics, offering superior mechanical performance and functionalities while …

We herein report a novel strategy for direct ink writing of porous SiC parts by using
geopolymers (GP) as binders and sintering SiC/GP composites at high temperatures via …

Abstract In this study, Integral-Forming Method (IFM) of preparing aluminum foam sandwich
(AFS) has been developed based on traditional melt foaming method which possesses the …

In the course of service, integral-forming aluminum foam sandwich (IFAFS) needed to bear
three-point bending loads in different directions, however, its deformation mechanism and …

Currently, there are many methods of reducing the friction losses of the main components of
an internal combustion piston engine. The operating conditions of internal combustion …

The friction and wear properties, as well as the scuffing resistance, of different piston-ring
coatings mating with a chrome-plated cylinder liner were investigated. Interrupted wear tests …

Graded cellular materials with a proper design may simulate blast loading and can be
applied to test the anti-blast performance of protective structures. A multiscale design …

The deformation behavior and crashworthiness of functionally-graded foam-filled tubes
(FGFTs) under drop-weight impact loading were investigated. Closed cell aluminum, A356 …

Piston internal combustion engines used in the propulsion of ultralight aircraft are
characterized by special operating conditions, especially an increased engine oil …