A micro-architected multifunctional structure, a sandwich panel heat pipe with a micro-scale truss core and arterial wick, is modeled and optimized.
The shear behavior of micro-scale truss structures formed from a three-dimensional interconnected pattern of self-propagating polymer waveguides was investigated.
The Pareto-optimal surfaces for different working fluids (water, ethanol, and perfluoro methylcyclohexane)) as well as different micro-scale truss core materials (metal, ceramic, and polymer) are determined and compared.
Examination of the Pareto fronts allows comparison of the trade-offs between density, compressive stiffness, compressive strength, and maximum heat flux in the design of multifunctional sandwich panel heat pipes with micro-scale truss cores.
At a micro scale it means that many communities simultaneously have unmet needs and underused capacities.
The group applies this knowledge to design, from the micro scale to the building scale.
Permanent magnetic coatings show potential in micro scale applications such as micro motors and micro generators.
They have developed a series of experiments to measure the effects of nostalgia at a micro scale.
"There is wonder in logic, and, whether on the macro or micro scale, it just gets bizarre, extraordinary and unfathomable.
Presentations will explore large-scale projects, prototypes and installations, all with a relationship to micro scale processes and material properties.
On a micro scale, that is increased insight into consumer behavior.
