Numerical and Experimental Study of Quasi-Static Loading of Aluminum Closed-Cell Foams Using Weaire–Phelan and Kelvin Tessellations

Study of porous materials, in particular closed-cell foams, has always attracted researchers’ interest due to the advantages these materials offer in applications where low weight, buoyancy, insulation, or energy absorption is of importance. In this study, quasi-static compressive experimental tests are conducted for low-, medium-, and high...

Comparison of elastic properties of open-cell metallic biomaterials with different unit cell types

Additive manufacturing techniques have made it possible to create open-cell porous structures with arbitrary micro-geometrical characteristics. Since a wide range of micro-geometrical features is available for making an implant, having a comprehensive knowledge of the mechanical response of cellular structures is very useful. In this study,...