Rigid and durable yet light
(WorldNews Finland)

Assistant Professor Luc St-Pierre studies and develops materials that have a cellular or a grid-like structure. Luc St-Pierre is intrigued by the mechanics of materials; how materials change and break under stress. `In my research, I particularly focus on grid-like and cellular structures that can be used, for example, between two boards or sheets like a sandwich. In addition, I study carbon fibre structures.` St-Pierre and his colleagues aim at designing and manufacturing structures that are rigid, light and durable. These structures absorb energy, which makes them endure collisions. The research subjects are small-scale structures; the thickness of the cell walls may be measured in...