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Showing 1 to 7 of 7 for “"topology optimization algorithm"”.
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Truss topology optimization of steel-timber structures for embodied carbon objectives
Topology optimization in structural design is still a relatively new tool. Most existing research on truss and frame structures focuses on single material applications, and the developments of ground structure-based topology optimization in multi-material structures are limited. This research …
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Volumetric topology optimization under redundancy constraints
… pollution and scarcity of resources, structural optimization, the science of finding the optimal structural arrangements under equilibrium constraints, is becoming an increasing necessity in engineering practice. However, designers are hesitant to adopt a method that is by nature a limit state …
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Multiphysics Topology Optimization of Programmable Shape Memory Alloy-Based Smart Structures
… to this dissertation is a computational design optimization technique called topology optimization, which enables programming of the structural response by optimally selecting and distributing various material candidates to leverage their respective material responses. We investigate four major …
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Topology Optimization of Multifunctional Nanocomposite Structures
… global multifunctional performance objectives. A topology optimization algorithm determines the optimal distribution of CNTs within an epoxy matrix in an effort to design a set of structures that are capable of performing some combination of mechanical, electrical, or peizoresistive functions. A …
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Structural optimization: from continuum and ground structures to additive manufacturing
… (e.g. walls or slabs), or combinations of these. Optimization problems become meaningful only after the objective function, or benchmark, that evaluates a given design has been defined. Thus, it is logical to explore a variety of objectives, with emphasis on the ones that yield distinct results. …
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Hierarchical design of morphing shape-memory polymer structures via topology optimization
… In this study, we focused on the design optimization of SMPs that are actuated by the application of a thermal gradient. This study puts forward an optimization framework for systematic design of shape morphing structures capable of exhibiting large deformations with SMPs. A hierarchical …
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Development of ABAQUS-MATLAB Interface for Design Optimization using Hybrid Cellular Automata and Comparison with Bidirectional Evolutionary Structural Optimization
Topology Optimization is an optimization technique used to synthesize models without any preconceived shape. These structures are synthesized keeping in mind the minimum compliance problems. With the rapid improvement in advanced manufacturing technology and increased need for lightweight high …