Abstract
This disclosure describes a system and method for tuning the mechanical response of a monolithic 3D-printed hydrodynamic structure. The method utilizes a continuous Triply Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS), such as a gyroid lattice, integrated into a 360-degree printed skin. An algebraic mass-balance function is employed to redistribute material between the skin and the internal infill to achieve specific target densities and vibration-dampening characteristics. The architecture is tuned by holding the total mass constant while varying the ratio of skin thickness to infill percentage. This allows for the replication of specific mechanical "feel" and stiffness profiles traditionally found in legacy closed-cell foam cores, while providing isotropic shear strength across all axes.
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Recommended Citation
Anonymous, Anonymous, "Tuning the Mechanical Response of Monolithic 3D-Printed Hydrodynamic Structures via Mass-Balanced Morphology", Technical Disclosure Commons, (February 23, 2026)
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/9378