Ali Akbar Firoozi1,*, Ali Asghar Firoozi2
Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.18, No.1, pp. 1-18, 2024, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2023.044573
- 11 January 2024
Abstract The discipline of damage tolerance assessment has experienced significant advancements due to the emergence of smart materials and self-repairable structures. This review offers a comprehensive look into both traditional and innovative methodologies employed in damage tolerance assessment. After a detailed exploration of damage tolerance concepts and their historical progression, the review juxtaposes the proven techniques of damage assessment with the cutting-edge innovations brought about by smart materials and self-repairable structures. The subsequent sections delve into the synergistic integration of smart materials with self-repairable structures, marking a pivotal stride in damage tolerance by establishing an autonomous More >