Nature

Study on the probabilistic characteristics of forces in the support structure of heliostat array based on the DBO-BP algorithm

Heliostats endure significant wind loads due to their large surface area, flat structure, and typical installation in open areas with high wind speeds. Wind directly exerts pressure on the mirrors, ...
The Conversation

A new type of material called a mechanical neural network can learn and change its physical properties to create adaptable, strong structures

A new type of material can learn and improve its ability to deal with unexpected forces thanks to a unique lattice structure with connections of variable stiffness, as described in a new paper by my ...