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Using Embedded Micromachines to Enhance the Properties of Materials
Technical Paper
2003-01-1125
ISSN: 0148-7191, e-ISSN: 2688-3627
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We have recently demonstrated that composites with unique properties can be manufactured by embedding many small, passive, simple machines in a matrix in place of the fibers. We have been referring to these as Machine Augmented Composites (MAC). The simple machines modify the forces inside the material in a manner chosen by the material designer. The MAC concept and the results of both theoretical and experimental studies will be described. It will be shown that the MAC fundamentally converts shear forces into compressive forces and vice versa, which naturally leads to potential applications for the material in clamping mechanisms, fasteners, gaskets, seals, and vibration damping.
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Hawkins, G., O'Brien, M., and von Bremen, H., "Using Embedded Micromachines to Enhance the Properties of Materials," SAE Technical Paper 2003-01-1125, 2003, https://doi.org/10.4271/2003-01-1125.Also In
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- Hawkins Gary F. “Augmenting the Mechanical Properties of Materials by Embedding Simple Machines,” Journal of Advanced Materials 34 3 July 2002 16 20
- Hawkins G. F. O'Brien M. J. Zaldivar R. Schurr J. von Bremen H. “Composites Containing Embedded Simple Machines,” 47th International SAMPE Symposium 12-16 May 2002 1 124 130