Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Quhao Li, Qiangbo Wu, Ji Liu, Jingjie He, Shutian Liu
Summary: This paper proposes a new formulation of frequency band constraint based on a modified Heaviside function for topology optimization of engineering structures. The method effectively addresses numerical issues in the optimization process and validates its effectiveness by considering frequency band constraints in optimized results.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Coen Bakker, Lidan Zhang, Kristie Higginson, Fred van Keulen
Summary: This study focuses on optimizing the topology and layout of stiffened shells and plates by introducing modular design and density-based topology optimization. The method is able to generate clear topologies for any number of modules, demonstrating distinct layouts of stiffeners on the base shell or plate.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Helen E. Fairclough, Linwei He, Thomas J. Pritchard, Matthew Gilbert
Summary: The new interactive truss layout optimization web-app is versatile and efficient, optimizing designs through numerical and geometry processes while providing user control over complexity and structural volume trade-offs. It supports unstable intermediate truss structures and can be used in educational and practical engineering settings.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Aerospace
Yang LI, Tong Gao, Qianying Zhou, Ping Chen, Dezheng Yin, Weihong Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on investigating the thin-walled structures with lattices and stiffeners manufactured using additive manufacturing. A design method based on multi-material topology optimization is proposed to optimize the layout of lattices and stiffeners simultaneously. By treating the representative lattice units as virtual homogeneous materials and modeling stiffeners using solid material, the structural compliance under mass constraint is minimized through multi-material topology optimization. Two applications are presented to demonstrate the detailed design procedure and the advantages of the proposed method over traditional structures.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF AERONAUTICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Hongjia Lu, Linwei He, Matthew Gilbert, Filippo Gilardi, Jun Ye
Summary: Additive manufacturing (AM) has rapidly developed and offers the potential to fabricate structurally optimized components. The use of truss topology optimization methods has been effective in identifying optimal forms for highly design free components. However, geometric complexity and overhanging elements often require support structures when using traditional 3-axis AM machines. To eliminate the need for support structures, multi-axis AM machines with 5 or more axes can be used. A novel process-aware truss layout optimization strategy tailored for multi-axis AM machines is proposed in this study, which combines curved printing surface identification with truss layout and geometry optimization. The proposed strategies aim to achieve highly material-efficient structures and fully self-supporting structures with minimal material consumption. The effectiveness of the approach is demonstrated through several examples, showing that fully self-supporting optimized structures can be identified without sacrificing structural performance.
COMPUTER METHODS IN APPLIED MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Mechanics
Hui Liu, Lianxiong Chen, Tielin Shi, Qi Xia
Summary: In this paper, a novel approach is developed for optimizing the layout and shape of stiffeners based on the Mindlin plate theory. The layout and shape of stiffeners can be controlled by adjusting the design variables, and the coordinate mapping technique and high-order polynomial interpolation technique allow for more complex geometries. Numerical examples demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed approach.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
S. J. Salt, A. G. Weldeyesus, M. Gilbert, J. Gondzio
Summary: Controlling the frequency response of engineering components or structures is crucial in aerospace and automotive sectors. This paper presents a modified truss layout optimization procedure that incorporates semidefinite constraints to limit the minimum value of the first natural frequency, resulting in a more efficient design. An adaptive algorithm is proposed to solve this problem, successfully identifying modified structures with acceptable minimum first natural frequency response.
ENGINEERING OPTIMIZATION
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Florent Savine, Francois-Xavier Irisarri, Cedric Julien, Angela Vincenti, Yannick Guerin
Summary: This study proposes an optimization method for producing innovative stiffening layouts for large stiffened cylindrical shell structures in the aerospace industry. The method applies component-based logic on a ground mesh to control sets of beam elements for evaluating optimization objectives and constraints.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Yu Wang, Lingzhi Jin, Yueyi Zhang, Peng Hao, Bo Wang
Summary: We propose a CAD-integrated stiffener design approach for shells, partitioning the problem into two steps: generating clear force flow members (FFM) based on the direction of principal stress, and introducing a nodal variable-based sizing-topology optimization for further lightweight design enhancement. Our method employs tensor transformations to convert principal stress directions into the 2D parameter space, creating NURBS curve-based FFM. The NFFD technique is used to map FFM from the 2D parameter space to the 3D physical space. We also introduce a nodal variable-based sizing-topology method and an NFFD-based isogeometric analysis method for the lightweight design of stiffened panels.
COMPUTER METHODS IN APPLIED MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Shengqi Feng, Weihong Zhang, Liang Meng, Zhao Xu, Liang Chen
Summary: This paper presents an effective B-spline parameterization method for stiffener layout optimization of thin-walled shell structures, generating a continuous height field matching the characteristics of the shell structure. The finite element method is used for structural analysis, and compared with the standard method, the proposed method can produce checkerboard-free design results.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Arun Kumar, Kamlesh Dutta, Abhishek Srivastava
Summary: This paper discusses the process of layout planning in a house or building, which involves placing layout entities, such as kitchen, living-room, office-space, in appropriate positions that conform to topological and dimensional constraints. Various approaches are utilized, including the ancient Indian system of architecture known as Vaastu Shastra, to optimize the layout design. The system implements a Multi-Population Genetic Algorithm (MPGA) to determine the topological relations between layout entities and an Entity Planning Genetic Algorithm (EPGA) to optimally place the groups in the layout, while preserving dimensional constraints.
APPLIED SOFT COMPUTING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Khodamorad Nabaki, Jianhu Shen, Xiaodong Huang
Summary: Fatigue, an important failure criterion in engineering problems, has been considered in topology optimization. Different optimal topologies have been obtained based on different fatigue criteria. This paper explores the effect of different fatigue criteria on optimal designs using bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization and a modified p-norm approach. The results provide useful reference for engineers to design structures to avoid high frequency fatigue failure.
ENGINEERING STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yongsheng Han, Qian Wang
Summary: This paper proposes a design approach to minimize the maximum von Mises stress of continuum structures subject to both material use and casting constraints using an extended bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization method. The study demonstrates that casting constraints limit the range of solutions to topology optimization problems, and designs with casting constraints seek to balance structural strength and manufacturability.
ENGINEERING WITH COMPUTERS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Ocean
Eyman Fakhri, Jerome Thiebot, Hamid Gualous, Mohamed Machmoum, Salvy Bourguet
Summary: This article proposes an overall optimization method for the arrangement and electrical connection topology of Tidal Energy Converters, using a bi-level programming approach with two sequential genetic algorithms. The developed tool considers various variables to determine the optimal number of turbines, their locations, and the sizing of electrical equipment. Results show significant differences in energy production costs between different sites, strongly influenced by farm size.
APPLIED OCEAN RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yan Zhou, Yu Sun, Shengli Xu, Bo Wang
Summary: This paper proposes a novel implementation of the casting constraint in topology optimization based on the Helmholtz-type anisotropic filter approach. It sets a larger radius along the casting direction and uses an explicit parameterized height projection function to implement the casting constraint. Additionally, it introduces an approach using Laplace equation to approximatively calculate the casting coordinate system for complex curved shell structures. The proposed method is effective in handling topology optimization problems with casting constraints.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Xueshan Ding, Shutian Liu, Yang Liu, Zeqi Tong
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CRASHWORTHINESS
(2020)
Article
Mechanics
Yunfeng Luo, Wenjiong Chen, Shutian Liu, Quhao Li, Yaohui Ma
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zihao Yang, Yongcun Zhang, Shutian Liu, Zhangming Wu
Summary: A novel dual-constituent lattice sandwich panel with in-plane zero thermal expansion and high structural stiffness properties is proposed in this study. Different cell configurations and parametric studies were conducted to optimize the design and show the control effectiveness of thermal deformation. The optimal cell designs that enable the sandwich panels to achieve in-plane zero thermal expansion and high stiffness properties are also presented.
MECHANICS OF ADVANCED MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Mingli Li, Renjing Gao, Shutian Liu, Liyong Tong
SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL
(2020)
Article
Physics, Applied
Xiangyu Tian, Wenjiong Chen, Renjing Gao, Shutian Liu, Jiaxing Wang
APPLIED PHYSICS EXPRESS
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Qi Wang, Renjing Gao, Shutian Liu
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
(2020)
Article
Physics, Applied
Chuan Liu, Renjing Gao, Qi Wang, Shutian Liu
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSICS
(2020)
Article
Mechanics
Xiangyu Tian, Wenjiong Chen, Renjing Gao, Shutian Liu, Jiaxing Wang
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2020)
Article
Optics
Pengfei Shi, Yangyang Cao, Hongge Zhao, Renjing Gao, Shutian Liu
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Yunfeng Luo, Ole Sigmund, Quhao Li, Shutian Liu
COMPUTER METHODS IN APPLIED MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Renjing Gao, Yi Tang, Qi Wang, Shutian Liu
Summary: This paper proposes an optimization method of pattern synthesis for peak sidelobe level (PSLL) suppression and null controlling via element rotation and phase optimization. The improved MoM method is used to solve the radiation problem, and by optimizing the rotation angles and excitation phases, the radiation performance of the anti-interference array can be effectively improved.
ENGINEERING OPTIMIZATION
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Quhao Li, Qiangbo Wu, Ji Liu, Jingjie He, Shutian Liu
Summary: This paper proposes a new formulation of frequency band constraint based on a modified Heaviside function for topology optimization of engineering structures. The method effectively addresses numerical issues in the optimization process and validates its effectiveness by considering frequency band constraints in optimized results.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yang Liu, Shutian Liu
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Zheng Qiu, Quhao Li, Shutian Liu, Rui Xu
Summary: This paper proposes a dynamic clustering strategy for topology optimization, which automatically divides the macrodesign domain based on the directions and ratios of principal stress, without the need for predefined ranges to group microstructures and allowing for arbitrarily specified numbers of microstructures for optimization.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Qi Wang, Jun Yang, Yi Tang, Renjing Gao, Shutian Liu
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
(2020)