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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cellular Solids

Massachusetts Institute of Technology via MITx Online

Overview

Learn how to model the mechanical properties of honeycombs and foams and to apply the models to material selection in engineering design.

Syllabus

  • How to model the mechanical behavior of honeycombs and foams
  • Application of the models in devices for energy absorption and sandwich panels
  • How cellular solids are made
  • Applications of cellular solids in medicine
  • Examples of engineering design inspired by natural cellular solids

Taught by

Lorna Gibson and Jessica Sandland

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