@inproceedings{7504dc8c1e914f13a461e1852c3e17fd,
title = "The application of thermally induced multistable composites to morphing aircraft structures",
abstract = "One approach to morphing aircraft is to use bistable or multistable structures that have two or more stable equilibrium configurations to define a discrete set of shapes for the morphing structure. Moving between these stable states may be achieved using an actuation system or by aerodynamic loads. This paper considers three concepts for morphing aircraft based on multistable structures, namely a variable sweep wing, bistable blended winglets and a variable camber trailing edge. The philosophy behind these concepts is outlined, and simulated and experimental results are given.",
keywords = "Bistable structure, Morphing, Variable sweep wing, Winglet",
author = "Filippo Mattioni and Weaver, {Paul M.} and Potter, {Kevin D.} and Friswell, {Michael I.}",
year = "2008",
doi = "10.1117/12.776226",
language = "English",
isbn = "9780819471161",
series = "Proceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering",
booktitle = "Industrial and Commercial Applications of Smart Structures Technologies 2008",
note = "Industrial and Commercial Applications of Smart Structures Technologies 2008 ; Conference date: 10-03-2008 Through 11-03-2008",
}