Abstract: An exemplary morphable ceramic composite structure includes a flexible ceramic composite skin and a truss structure attached to the skin. The truss structure can morph shape of the skin from a first shape to a second shape that is different than the first shape. The flexible ceramic composite skin may include a single-layer of three-dimensional woven fabric fibers and a ceramic matrix composite. The truss structure may include at least one actuatable element or an actuator may move a portion of the truss structure from a first position to a second position. A cooling component may be disposed in thermal communication with the skin. The cooling component may include thermal insulation or a cooling system that circulates cooling fluid in thermal communication with the skin. The morphable ceramic composite structure may be incorporated into any of an air inlet, combustor, exhaust nozzle, or control surfaces of a hypersonic aircraft.

Abstract: An apparatus for enhancing the aesthetic appearance of contained liquids using an ultrasonic frequency transducer in either direct contact with the outer surface of a liquid container or through an intermediate layer of a gel, solid material or combination thereof. The intermediate layer may also include a sealed chamber of liquid. In a preferred embodiment, the apparatus is configured as an advertising device in a beverage dispenser commonly referred to as a “soda vending machine” to attract attention to the dispenser of those in proximity thereto. The inventive concept disclosed herein can also be advantageously exploited for the marketing of other beverages such as beer, wine, liquor, bottled water and the like such as in retail stores as shelf items or in special aisle displays. The present invention may also be utilized as a form of artistic expression or as a novelty item.

Abstract: A composite foam material formed of combined foam that is combined on a mechanical level to obtain hybrid properties.