Abstract
This thesis focuses on the development, parameterization and optimization of a novel meso-scale pattern used to induce auxetic behavior, i.e., negative Poisson's ratio, at the bulk scale. Currently, the majority of auxetic structures are too porous to be utilized in conventional load-bearing applications. For others, manufacturing methods have yet to realize the meso-scale pattern. Consequently, new auxetic structures must be developed in order to confer superior thermo-mechanical responses to structures at high temperature. Additionally, patterns that take into account manufacturing limitations, while maintaining the properties characteristically attached to negative Poisson's Ratio materials, are ideal in order to utilize the potential of auxetic structures. A novel auxetic pattern is developed, numerically analyzed, and optimized via design of experiments. The parameters of the meso-structure are varied, and the bulk response is studied using finite element analysis (FEA). Various attributes of the elasto-plastic responses of the bulk structure are used as objectives to guide the optimization process
Thesis Completion
2016
Semester
Spring
Thesis Chair/Advisor
Gordon, Ali P.
Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
College
College of Engineering and Computer Science
Department
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Degree Program
Aerospace Engineering
Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Length of Campus-only Access
5 years
Release Date
May 2021
Recommended Citation
Schuler, Matthew C., "A Parametric Study of Meso-Scale Patterns for Auxetic Mechanical Behavior Optimization" (2016). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 1.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/honorstheses/1