Curvature Optimization and Damage Analysis of 3D‐Printed Biomimetic Lattice Structure Based on Rhino Horn

The development of high‐performance lightweight lattice structures has long been a focus in fields like aerospace and automotive engineering. The paper adopts the unique fiber gradient structure and optimized internal support of rhinoceros horn and designs a biomimetic lattice structure using 3D printing technology, integrating this lightweight high‐strength performance feature together. Compression experiments and computed tomography scans were conducted to investigate the structural behavior. The Johnson–Cook (JC) damage model was employed in simulations to analyze failure mechanisms and interface stability. After structural optimization, the sample's weight increased by only 3.17%, while its maximum load capacity improved significantly by 29.37%, reaching 2118 N, with failure initiated by the bending and fracture of supporting columns leading to structural collapse. This study established a quantitative correlation between interface stability and overall load‐bearing capacity, providing a reliable theoretical basis and technical support for the failure prediction and optimization of lattice structures.

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Advanced Engineering Materials
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2026-04-14
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https://doi.org/10.1002/adem.202502705
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Cellular and Composite Structures
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Curvature Optimization and Damage Analysis of 3D‐Printed Biomimetic Lattice Structure Based on Rhino Horn

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Curvature Optimization and Damage Analysis of 3D‐Printed Biomimetic Lattice Structure Based on Rhino Horn

Q Wang, Ziteng Xue, Sumin Kang, De Dong, Peiliang Zhu, Shengxi Wang
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The development of high‐performance lightweight lattice structures has long been a focus in fields like aerospace and automotive engineering. The paper adopts the unique fiber gradient structure and optimized internal support of rhinoceros horn and designs a biomimetic lattice structure using 3D printing technology, integrating this lightweight high‐strength performance feature together. Compression experiments and computed tomography scans were conducted to investigate the structural behavior. The Johnson–Cook (JC) damage model was employed in simulations to analyze failure mechanisms and interface stability. After structural optimization, the sample's weight increased by only 3.17%, while its maximum load capacity improved significantly by 29.37%, reaching 2118 N, with failure initiated by the bending and fracture of supporting columns leading to structural collapse. This study established a quantitative correlation between interface stability and overall load‐bearing capacity, providing a reliable theoretical basis and technical support for the failure prediction and optimization of lattice structures.

Advanced Engineering Materials
Ningbo Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CN), Taiyuan Iron and Steel Group (China) (CN), Taiyuan University of Science and Technology (CN), Taiyuan University of Technology (CN)
National Natural Science Foundation of China
Openalex Percentile: Top 24%
Cellular and Composite Structures
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Curvature Optimization and Damage Analysis of 3D‐Printed Biomimetic Lattice Structure Based on Rhino Horn — Q Wang, Ziteng Xue, et al. · Advanced Engineering Materials (2026) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS