Abstract: Rigidified inflatable structures (RIS) are thin, flexible membrane structures that are pneumatically deployed. After deployment, these structures harden because of chemical or physical change of the membrane. Because of ...

Abstract: This paper presents a parametric study aimed at uncovering general design principles that govern the structural performance of honeycomb-type rigidified inflatable structures (RIS) as load-bearing wall systems for use in ...

Abstract: Rigidified inflatable structures (RIS), previously used and tested in space technology applications, are of potential interest to residential construction. RIS technology is examined and the case of a single, exterior wall ...

Abstract: Phase-change materials (PCMs) have a high heat of fusion compared to that of traditional material, and for this reason, they are able to store and release larger amounts of energy at their transition temperature. The ...

Abstract: Phase-change materials (PCMs) have a high heat of fusion compared to that of traditional material, and for this reason, they are able to store and release larger amounts of energy at their transition temperature. The ...