Topological Edge States in Reconfigurable Multi-stable Mechanical
Metamaterials
Topological Edge States in Reconfigurable Multi-stable Mechanical
Metamaterials
Multi-stable mechanical structures find cutting-edge applications across various domains due to their reconfigurability, which offers innovative possibilities for engineering and technology advancements. This study explores the emergence of topological states in a one-dimensional chain-like multi-stable mechanical metamaterial composed of bistable units through a combination of mechanical and optical experiments. Drawing …