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A novel semi-passive morphing airfoil concept based on variable bending-twist coupling induced by adaptive shear center location and torsional stiffness is presented. Numerical parametric studies and upscaling show that the concept relying on smart materials permits effective twist control while offering the potential of being lightweight and energy efficient. By means of an experimental characterization of an adaptive beam and a scaled adaptive wing structure, effectiveness and producibility of the structural concept are demonstrated.

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Semi-active structural elements based on variable stiffness represent a promising approach to the solution of the conflict of requirements between load-carrying capability and shape adaptivity in morphing lightweight structures. In the present work, a structural concept with adaptive bending–twist coupling aiming at a broad adjustment range of coupling stiffness while maintaining high flexural rigidity is investigated by analysis, simulation and experiment.