Data-Driven Inverse Design of Origami-Inspired Metamaterials for Multi-Functional Elastic Wave Propagation, Impact Mitigation, and Energy Absorption
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2027 | Viewed by 1
Special Issue Editors
Interests: origami metamaterials; mechanical metamaterials; smart materials and structures; impact dynamics; wave dynamics; intelligent optimization and design
Interests: mechanical behaviors; non-destructive testing; acoustics emission
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue addresses the complexities of multi-physics coupling and multi-functional integrated design in origami-inspired metamaterials. Its primary purpose is to explore three interconnected areas—elastic wave propagation characteristics, impact mitigation, and energy absorption and dynamic failure mechanisms—to achieve inverse multifunctional design through a data-driven approach. By establishing this framework, the issue aims to facilitate multi-objective collaborative optimization of structure, performance, and functionality. It will significantly supplement existing literature by moving beyond single-physics analysis to provide a holistic understanding of material and structure behavior, thereby advancing the field from descriptive mechanics toward predictive, intelligent, and optimally integrated design.
Dr. Tengjiao Jiang
Prof. Dr. Guowei Chen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- origami-inspired metamaterials
- multifunctional integration
- elastic wave attenuation
- impact energy absorption
- dynamic failure mechanisms
- deep learning
- data-driven design
- multi-objective optimization
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