Failure Pattern Transition of Shape Memory NiTi Foam Subjected to Compression: From Quasi-Static to Dynamic

Shape memory alloy can recover its original configuration, while lightweight foam can absorb a considerable amount of energy. It is desirable to test whether shape memory foam has merits in terms of both shape memory effect and exceptional energy absorption capacity. In the present study, shape memo...

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Main Authors: Xiaojuan Wang, Hongyuan Zhou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-05-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/8/5/741