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2024 | OriginalPaper | Chapter

Deceleration Behavior of Super-Lightweight XPS Foams: Number of Layers Effect

Authors : Mohammad Rauf Sheikhi, Selim Gürgen, Onder Altuntas, Melih Cemal Kuşhan

Published in: Green Approaches in Sustainable Aviation

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland

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The chapter delves into the deceleration behavior of super-lightweight XPS foams, specifically examining how the number of layers impacts performance. Through experimental studies, it is demonstrated that increasing the number of XPS layers can reduce peak deceleration by up to five times, despite only a minimal increase in weight. This finding is crucial for optimizing lightweight design in aerospace components, such as cabin linings and winglets, where safety and structural integrity are paramount. The study highlights the high energy absorption capacity and recoverability of XPS foams, making them a promising material for the core layers of sandwich structures and composites in the aerospace industry.
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Metadata
Title
Deceleration Behavior of Super-Lightweight XPS Foams: Number of Layers Effect
Authors
Mohammad Rauf Sheikhi
Selim Gürgen
Onder Altuntas
Melih Cemal Kuşhan
Copyright Year
2024
Book
Green Approaches in Sustainable Aviation

Print ISBN: 978-3-031-33117-6

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-33118-3

Copyright Year: 2024

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-33118-3_6

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