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In this work, we have demonstrated two ways in which geometry governs the mechanics of materials. Here we offer avenues for further investigation and ask questions beyond the scope of this thesis.
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Mitchell, N. (2020). Conclusions and Outlook. In: Geometric Control of Fracture and Topological Metamaterials. Springer Theses. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-36361-1_7
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