Innovative approach for designing topological interlocking bricks with precise morphological representation and controlled interface curvature
Topological interlocking systems present an innovative approach to structural design, offering promising solutions for the development of structures with enhanced mechanical performance. However, current research exhibits limited diversity in topological interlocking designs, with many studies lacki...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Materials & Design |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0264127525002643 |
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| Summary: | Topological interlocking systems present an innovative approach to structural design, offering promising solutions for the development of structures with enhanced mechanical performance. However, current research exhibits limited diversity in topological interlocking designs, with many studies lacking detailed descriptions of the geometric profiles of the interlocking bricks and the resultant interlocking effects. This paper introduces a novel design methodology for generating planar and non-planar topological interlocking bricks with curved interfaces. The proposed approach focuses on designing flexible key curved interfaces, allowing for precise control over curvature and adaptability to various base polygon patterns. The method for planar bricks is firstly developed by selecting a base polygon and designing curved interfaces to shape the interlocking brick. This approach is then further developed for non-planar bricks by creating rotated curved interfaces in the circumferential direction, and trapezoidal curved interfaces in the longitudinal direction. Additionally, a parameter FlexiCurve is introduced to control the rate of curvature and the profile of interface. The effectiveness and adaptability of the proposed approach are validated through the demonstration of both planar and non-planar interlocking bricks with square, hexagonal, and octagonal base patterns, along with the investigation of the effect of FlexiCurve on the interface curvature. |
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| ISSN: | 0264-1275 |