In a Nutshell: Topological Interlocking and Geometric Stiffening as Complementary Strategies for Strong Plant Shells (Adv. Mater. 48/2020)

In article number 2004519, Jessica C. Huss, Notburga Gierlinger, and co‐workers reveal previously unknown functional interrelations between the structure, geometry, and mechanics in (nut)shells. Their multi‐scale analysis suggests that simple geometric modifications, such as the development of puzzl...

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Published in:Advanced materials (Weinheim) 2020-12, Vol.32 (48), p.n/a
Main Authors: Huss, Jessica C., Antreich, Sebastian J., Bachmayr, Jakob, Xiao, Nannan, Eder, Michaela, Konnerth, Johannes, Gierlinger, Notburga
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
3D imaging
pericarp
synzoochory
testa
tissue and shell mechanics
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Summary:In article number 2004519, Jessica C. Huss, Notburga Gierlinger, and co‐workers reveal previously unknown functional interrelations between the structure, geometry, and mechanics in (nut)shells. Their multi‐scale analysis suggests that simple geometric modifications, such as the development of puzzle‐shaped instead of round cells, and small spherical shells instead of large ellipsoidal shells, increase the fracture resistance of hard plant shells resource‐efficiently.
ISSN:0935-9648
1521-4095
DOI:10.1002/adma.202070363