Biomimetic Brick-and-Mortar Composite

High Strength & Toughness

A three-dimensional interlocking structure achieved by tuning the TiNi/Ti2Ni ratio, markedly enhancing fracture strain while maintaining high compressive strength, mimicking nacre toughening.

77984660 · Zu, Guoqing · Yihui, Qiao · Gao, Liang · Zhu, Weiwei · Han, Ying · Ran, Xu · Xiong, Zhiping · Xing-Wang, Cheng

Materials and Design 2025

Specifications

Compressive strength

{'zh': '~1771', 'en': '~1771'} MPa

Fracture strain

{'zh': '~23.45', 'en': '~23.45'} %

Advantages

Optimal properties with 0.03 mm thick Ti foil

Highest compressive strength along TD-RD plane