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Inverse design framework of hybrid honeycomb structure with high impact resistance based on active learning

In this study, an inverse design framework was established to find lightweight honeycomb structures (HCSs) with high impact resistance. The hybrid HCS, composed of re-entrant (RE) and elliptical annular...

OSCJC: An open-set compound jamming cognition method for radar systems in high-intensity electromagnetic warfare

In high-intensity electromagnetic warfare, radar systems are persistently subjected to multi-jammer attacks, including potentially novel unknown jamming types that may emerge exclusively under wartime...

Dynamic fracture behavior and coupled impact effect of as-cast W-Zr-Ti energetic structural material

This paper prepared a novel as-cast W-Zr-Ti metallic ESM using high-frequency vacuum induction melting technique. The above ESM performs a typical elastic-brittle material feature and strain rate strengthening...

A high-energy powder with excellent combustion reaction performance: Surface modification strategy of boron powder based on non-thermal plasma

The presence of a surface oxide film (B2O3) on boron (B) particles significantly compromises their combustion efficiency and kinetic performance in fuel-rich solid propellants. This study proposes an...

The effects of bio-inspired wing vein morphology on thrust generation in double-clap flapping-wing robots

Wing design is a critical factor in the aerodynamic performance of flapping-wing (FW) robots. Inspired by the natural wing structures of insects, bats, and birds, we explored how bio-mimetic wing vein...

Bioinspired polydopamine interface reinforced boron-Viton composites with high structure stability and energy releasing efficiency

Boron has attracted increasing attention in the field of high-energy explosives and propellants due to its high volume calorific value and mass calorific value. However, the complicated combustion process...

Retaining local chemical effects: An error cancellation strategy for calculating standard gas-phase enthalpy of formation

Conventional error cancellation approaches separate molecules into smaller fragments and sum the errors of all fragments to counteract the overall computational error of the parent molecules. However,...

Distributed robust data-driven event-triggered control for QUAVs under stochastic disturbances

To address the issue of instability or even imbalance in the orientation and attitude control of quadrotor unmanned aerial vehicles (QUAVs) under random disturbances, this paper proposes a distributed...

3D printed high-temperature ceramic conformal array antenna: Design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing

In this study, the design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of a 3D-printed conformal microstrip array antenna for high-temperature environments is presented. 3D printing technology is used to fabricate...

Detonation characteristics of the solid-liquid mixed fuel cloud of Al/B/MgH2/DEE/IPN

To elucidate the dispersion and explosion characteristics of multi-metal powder and liquid composite fuel formulations, high-energy metal powders (aluminum (Al), boron (B), and magnesium hydride (MgH2))...

Acoustic physics-informed intelligent path planning framework for active sonar search

In underwater target search path planning, the accuracy of sonar models directly dictates the accurate assessment of search coverage. In contrast to physics-informed sonar models, traditional geometric...

Gyroid-structured SiOC composite with excellent broadband microwave absorption and load-bearing performance

Designing materials with both structural load-bearing capacity and broadband electromagnetic (EM) wave absorption properties remains a significant challenge. In this work, SiOC/SiC/SiO2 composite with...

Long-range masked autoencoder for pre-extraction of trajectory features in within-visual-range maneuver recognition

In the field of intelligent air combat, real-time and accurate recognition of within-visual-range (WVR) maneuver actions serves as the foundational cornerstone for constructing autonomous decision-making...

Advancing ignition techniques for energetic materials: A comparative study of direct laser ignition and laser-driven flyer methods

Conventional ignition methods are proving to be ineffective for low-sensitivity energetic materials, highlighting the need to investigate alternative ignition systems, such as laser-based techniques....

Design and experimental validation of a low-impact wing locking/release mechanism based on energy conversion strategy

Conventional locking/release mechanisms often face challenges in aircraft wing separation processes, such as excessive impact loads and insufficient synchronization. These may cause structural damage...

Optimized fiber allocation for enhanced impact resistance in composites through damage mode suppression

Variable stiffness composites present a promising solution for mitigating impact loads via varying the fiber volume fraction layer-wise, thereby adjusting the panel's stiffness. Since each layer of...

Magnetic pulse welding of Al-5754 with Al-7075 and MARS 380: Weldability windows and ballistic testing

Joining dissimilar materials encounters significant engineering challenges due to the contrast in material properties that makes conventional welding not feasible. Magnetic Pulse Welding (MPW) offers...

Influences of muzzle jets of aircraft guns on aerodynamic performance of wings

The core components of an aircraft and the source of its lift are its wings, but lift generation is disrupted by the high temperature and pressure generated on the wing surface when an aircraft gun...

Microstructures and mechanical properties of friction stir welded and processed high entropy alloys

High entropy alloys (HEAs) have recently attracted significant attention due to their exceptional mechanical properties and potential applications across various fields. Friction stir welding and processing...

Effect of Al-Li alloy with various Li content on the energy and combustion performance of HTPB propellant

In composite solid propellants with high aluminum (Al) content and low burning rate, incomplete combustion of the Al powder may occur. In this study, varying lithium (Li) content in Al-Li alloy powder...

Spray-dried MOF-derived bimetallic oxide/carbon hybrids with superior electron transfer capability for catalyzing ammonium perchlorate decomposition

The thermal decomposition characteristic of ammonium perchlorate (AP) represents a critical factor in determining the performance of solid propellants, which has aroused significant interest on the...

Multi-energy field coupling analysis and experimental validation of picosecond laser drilling assisted by ultrasonic shock-induced water flow

The latest generation of aero engines has set higher standards for thrust-to-weight ratio and energy conversion efficiency, making it imperative to address the challenge of efficiently and accurately...

Enhanced hydrophobicity and photosensitivity of DATNBI/alginate films via ionic cross-linking for near-infrared laser ignition

Based on the characteristics of laser-induced surface ignition, energetic photosensitive films show promising potential to meet the ignition requirements of various energetic materials (EMs). In this...

Thermal decomposition and kinetics of diisopropyl methylphosphonate (DIMP), a chemical warfare agent simulant

Chemical warfare agents (CWAs) remain a persistent hazard in many parts of the world, necessitating a deeper exploration of their chemical and physical characteristics and reactions under diverse conditions....

Study on the reactive material filled structure under impact loading: The self-distributed multipeak overpressure effect

The reactive materials filled structure (RMFS) is a structural penetrator that replaces high explosive (HE) with reactive materials, presenting a novel self-distributed initiation, multiple deflagrations...

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