The Behavior of Materials and Structures Under Fast Loading

Dear Colleagues,

The behavior of materials and structures in complex, non-standard situations remains a dynamic area of research, continually creating new fields of interest. In recent years, this field has been significantly enriched by studies on high-speed dynamic loadings, such as blasts and bullet penetrations. Under these conditions, materials exhibit unexpected properties, particularly in terms of failure and damage criteria, leading to unforeseen structural behaviors.

The range of industrial applications is vast, spanning from the design of protective structures subjected to blasts to advancements in aviation and space engineering. Laboratory tests, such as those conducted using split Hopkinson bars, enable the measurement of material behavior at deformation rates of up to 106. Additionally, modern numerical tools allow for highly accurate simulations of structural responses under extreme conditions.

Our research focuses on both materials—including traditional, composite, and functionally graded materials—and structural behavior. We welcome analytical approaches and numerical simulations. In many industrial applications, understanding material behavior under high-speed loadings and elevated temperatures is crucial.

Prof. Dr. Tomasz Łodygowski
Guest Editor

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