Building A Virtual Graded Foam

The book explores the mechanical properties of functionally graded foam materials (FGFMs), which differ from traditional functionally graded materials by varying in density rather than composition. It utilizes the finite element method to analyze how density variations in homogeneous foams impact key characteristics like peak stress and energy absorption. Aimed at under- and postgraduate students, it serves as a resource for understanding the experimental characterization and modeling of low-density materials, making it valuable for those interested in advanced material science.