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Feb 01, 2026
Bio-inspired tendon lattice structures for heel cushioning regulation: Design and multi-objective optimization
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National Natural Science Foundation of China
Award: 52275287
Foundation for Innovative Research Groups of the National Natural Science Foundation of China
Jilin Provincial Scientific and Technological Development Program
Award: 20230203198SF
Jilin Provincial Science and Technology Department
Cite This Article
Liangliang Zhao, Rui Zhang, Qingrui Kong, et al. (2026). Bio-inspired tendon lattice structures for heel cushioning regulation: Design and multi-objective optimization. Composite Structures, 378, 119944. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2025.119944
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