AFOSR Workshop on Research and Applications of Active Materials and Smart Structures

Abstract : The purpose of this workshop was to provide an in-depth look at the progress in active materials and smart structures with an emphasis on Air Force systems. The technology of smart structures promises a large number of potential uses and performance enhancements for air vehicles and space systems. This workshop brought together researchers from academia, the national labs, and the aerospace industry with the focus of the discussion on Air Force systems. Every effort was made to make the workshop a two-way stream and expose researchers to the problems and needs of the Air Force as well as presenting state-of-the-an research related to active materials and smart structures. Topics discussed were, among others, actuator/sensor concepts, aerodynamic control using active materials, active propulsion systems, and smart space systems.