Coiled Energy Absorbing Devices /

This dissertation investigates the potential for energy consumption through the use of plastically deforming springs. A mechanical spring is defined as an elastic body which has the primary function to deflect or distort under load, and return to its original shape when the load is removed (SAE 199...

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Main Author:	Alberson, Dean C.
Format:	Thesis Book
Language:	English
Published:	[Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified] ; 2000.
Subjects:	Major civil engineering.
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