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SUMMARY:Structures Seminar: Controlling Fracture in Topological Maxwell Lat
 tices (Dr. Leo De Waal)
DESCRIPTION:Abstract:\nCan we design structures to control how cracks propa
 gate? In this talk\, I explore how geometry and topology influence stress 
 localization and fracture in Maxwell lattices. Through numerical and exper
 imental investigations\, we identify key geometric parameters governing da
 mage\, opening pathways to architect structures that guide\, divert\, and 
 arrest cracks.\nBio:\nMy research focuses on using geometry to control def
 ormation\, damage\, and failure in structural systems. I am particularly i
 nterested in origami-inspired structures and topological mechanics\, with 
 the goal of designing more efficient\, resilient\, and adaptable structure
 s.\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.imperial.ac.uk/events/215075/structures-seminar-controlling
 -fracture-in-topological-maxwell-lattices-dr-leo-de-waal/
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LOCATION:Skempton Room 163\, Skempton Building\, South Kensington Campus\, 
 Imperial College London\, London\, SW7 2AZ\, United Kingdom
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