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Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Gisele L. Garcez, Renato Pavanello, Renato Picelli
Summary: This article proposes an approach to stress-based topology optimization of continuous elastic bi-dimensional structures using the Bi-directional Evolutionary Structural Optimization (BESO) method. The method considers design-dependent self-weight loads and aims to minimize the P-norm von Mises stress while satisfying a volume constraint. The effectiveness of the method is validated through numerical examples and comparisons with traditional compliance minimization.
ENGINEERING OPTIMIZATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
G. L. Garcez, R. Picelli, R. Pavanello
Summary: This article presents an approach for structural topology optimization based on stress, considering design-dependent surface loads. The algorithm adapts the stress minimization version of the bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization method and incorporates surface loads. The P-norm of von Mises stress is used as an aggregate function, and volume constraints are applied. Stresses are obtained using the finite element method for two-dimensional elastic structures. Sensitivity analysis is conducted using the adjoint method, including design-dependent surface loads. Three examples, including the piston head problem, simply supported beam, and L-bracket, demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method in reducing maximum stress and generating easily manufacturable topologies.
ENGINEERING OPTIMIZATION
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yanfa Wu, Wenke Qiu, Liang Xia, Wenbiao Li, Kai Feng
Summary: This work improves a previous stress-constrained topology optimization method and applies it to a typical aircraft engine bracket design problem. The improved method uses a more efficient and versatile self-adaptive scheme for determining the Lagrange multiplier, resulting in a bracket design that outperforms the original in terms of weight, stiffness, and strength.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
L. M. Anaya-Jaimes, W. M. Vicente, R. Pavanello
Summary: This work presents a Bi-directional Evolutionary Structural Optimization (BESO) based methodology for designing orthotropic metamaterials with a specific thermal expansion coefficient. The proposed method stabilizes the evolutionary process using material interpolation and numerical strategies and uses the homogenization method to obtain the equivalent thermal expansion properties of the designed materials.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
K. E. S. Silva, R. Sivapuram, S. Ranjbarzadeh, R. S. Gioria, E. C. N. Silva, R. Picelli
Summary: This paper focuses on the topology optimization of fluid-structure interaction systems with large displacements. The optimization method employed in this study separates the physical analysis and optimization module in a decoupled form. Numerical examples demonstrate the effectiveness of this method in designing structures for fluid-structure interaction problems.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2022)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
S. Ranjbarzadeh, R. Picelli, R. Gioria, E. C. N. Silva
Summary: This paper proposes a topology optimization design method for fluid-structure interaction problems considering Non-Newtonian fluid and discusses the significant influence of Non-Newtonian effects on FSI design.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2022)
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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yongsheng Han, Bin Xu, Qian Wang, Yuanhao Liu
Summary: This study proposes a method for topology optimization of continuum structures with density-dependent inertial loads, including self-weight, centrifugal forces, and acceleration of inertial loads, using an extended bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization method. The approach considers different combinations of inertial loads and fixed forces to achieve maximum stiffness, with detailed computation of element sensitivity numbers for optimum design. MATLAB programming and testing on benchmark examples show that inertial loads significantly impact topological structure, especially when external forces are small, resulting in changes to the objective function and fast convergence rates.
ADVANCES IN ENGINEERING SOFTWARE
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Ning Gan, Qianxuan Wang
Summary: This paper proposes a parallel topology optimization design method for dynamic and static characteristics of multiphase materials, which is effective, efficient and easy to implement.
ADVANCES IN ENGINEERING SOFTWARE
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yongsheng Han, Bin Xu, Yuanhao Liu
Summary: Topology optimization is widely used in academia and industry, with many computer programs published for educational purposes. This study presents a MATLAB implementation of geometrically nonlinear topology optimization code, requiring a minimal number of lines for key steps such as design parameter initialization and sensitivity calculation.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Geological
Iago Cavalcante, Emanuel Tavares, Renato Picelli, Josue Labaki
Summary: This article investigates how foundation and soil flexibility affect the topology optimization of piled structures, utilizing modeling and optimization methods to emphasize the significance of flexibility in achieving optimal structure and objectives.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR NUMERICAL AND ANALYTICAL METHODS IN GEOMECHANICS
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Rodrigo L. Pereira, Heitor N. Lopes, Marcio S. Moura, Renato Pavanello
Summary: This study presents a multi-domain acoustic topology optimization approach for the design of reactive and dissipative expansion chamber mufflers. The proposed method utilizes the Bi-directional Evolutionary Structural Optimization (BESO) algorithm and a novel material interpolation scheme, considering acoustic, porous, and rigid domains during the optimization process. Results show that this method significantly enhances the mean value of sound Transmission Losses (TL) in a broad frequency range, as well as presenting clear optimized partitions.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Muayad Habashneh, Majid Movahedi Rad
Summary: The paper proposes a novel computational technique for thermoelastic structural topology optimization based on reliability-based design. The volume fraction parameter is treated as a random variable and a Monte Carlo simulation approach is used to calculate the reliability index. A new bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization scheme is developed, taking into account the impact of changing constraints in deterministic and probabilistic problems. The effectiveness of the approach is demonstrated using benchmark problems and a 2D L-shaped beam problem.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MECHANICS AND MATERIALS IN DESIGN
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Prabhat Kumar
Summary: This paper introduces a compact MATLAB code, TOPress, for topology optimization of structures subjected to fluidic pressure loads. The code utilizes the Darcy law and drainage term to model the applied pressure load and calculates load sensitivities using the adjoint-variable method. Benchmark numerical examples are solved to demonstrate the success and efficacy of the code.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Xin Yan, Yulin Xiong, Ding Wen Bao, Yi Min Xie, Xiangguo Peng
Summary: Topology optimization methods are highly valued in engineering fields for their ability to meet diverse structural performance and innovative appearance requirements. This paper introduces a multi-volume constraint approach and its parameter configuration schemes to pre-design the topologically optimized structure. Numerical examples demonstrate its successful application in computational structural form-finding for various building designs. It provides designers with diverse and finely controlled structural layouts based on prescribed local material volume fractions, which perform closely to the globally optimal design. This study aims to bridge the gap between computational optimization methods and human-centric design requirements, holding great potential in industrial or building designs.
ENGINEERING STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuanteng Jiang, Ke Zhan, Jie Xia, Min Zhao
Summary: Stability is critical in structural design. This study proposes a model to solve the problem of buckling-constrained topology optimization under design-dependent loads. The Kreisselmeier-Steinhauser aggregation function is used to reduce multiple constraints to a single one. The proposed optimization algorithm, based on finite element and sensitivity analyses, is proven effective and reliable through numerical examples.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
D. A. Damasceno, E. Mesquita, R. K. N. D. Rajapakse, R. Pavanello
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MECHANICS AND MATERIALS IN DESIGN
(2019)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Edgar A. Patino-Narino, Andres F. Galvis, Paulo Sollero, Renato Pavanello, Stanislav A. Moshkalev
ENGINEERING ANALYSIS WITH BOUNDARY ELEMENTS
(2019)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Raghavendra Sivapuram, Renato Picelli
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2020)
Article
Mechanics
D. A. Damasceno, R. K. N. D. Rajapakse, E. Mesquita, R. Pavanello
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
David Guirguis, Nikola Aulig, Renato Picelli, Bo Zhu, Yuqing Zhou, William Vicente, Francesco Iorio, Markus Olhofer, Wojciech Matusiks, Carlos Artemio Coello Coello, Kazuhiro Saitou
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON EVOLUTIONARY COMPUTATION
(2020)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Heitor Nigro Lopes, Jarir Mahfoud, Renato Pavanello
Summary: This study focuses on topology optimization and wave propagation analysis of frequency separation interval in continuous elastic bi-dimensional structures in the high-frequency domain. The algorithm, based on BESO, considers multiple modes by using weighted natural frequency. The optimized structural topologies are well-defined, with satisfactory natural frequency separation intervals.
STRUCTURAL AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY OPTIMIZATION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Edgar A. Patino-Narino, Andres F. Galvis, Renato Pavanello, Stanislav A. Moshkalev
Summary: This study presents a numerical investigation of the two-phase flow simulation of a bubble rising in a viscous liquid using a 2D model and SPH method. The results show that the morphology of the bubble varies under different parameters, and the bubble deformation changes when influenced by sidewalls.
ENGINEERING ANALYSIS WITH BOUNDARY ELEMENTS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Rodrigo Batista Tommasini, Thomas L. Hill, John H. G. Macdonald, Renato Pavanello, Leonardo de Oliveira Carvalho
Summary: This study analyzes the dynamics of deep water subsea lifting operations considering hydrodynamic coefficients dependent on the Keulegan-Carpenter (KC) number. The results show that when considering variable hydrodynamic coefficients, the harmonic balance method can provide almost as accurate results as time domain integration while requiring significantly less computational effort.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Rodrigo Batista Tommasini, Thomas L. Hill, John H. G. Macdonald, Renato Pavanello, Leonardo de Oliveira Carvalho
Summary: This study analyzed the dynamics of deep water subsea lifting operations experiencing super-harmonic resonance, finding that the harmonic balance method can provide a fast and accurate solution. Super-harmonic resonances, such as 1:3 and 1:5, were identified as significant features of the system response which should be taken into account during analysis.
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Heitor Nigro Lopes, Daniel Candeloro Cunha, Renato Pavanello, Jarir Mahfoud
Summary: The study utilized the BESO algorithm for topology optimization to maximize the natural frequency separation interval of a structure, solving issues with disconnected and trivial solutions through connectivity constraints. Feasibility of the structure was assessed by verifying compliance with manufacturing and design constraints.
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND SIGNAL PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
G. L. Garcez, R. Picelli, R. Pavanello
Summary: This article presents an approach for structural topology optimization based on stress, considering design-dependent surface loads. The algorithm adapts the stress minimization version of the bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization method and incorporates surface loads. The P-norm of von Mises stress is used as an aggregate function, and volume constraints are applied. Stresses are obtained using the finite element method for two-dimensional elastic structures. Sensitivity analysis is conducted using the adjoint method, including design-dependent surface loads. Three examples, including the piston head problem, simply supported beam, and L-bracket, demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method in reducing maximum stress and generating easily manufacturable topologies.
ENGINEERING OPTIMIZATION
(2023)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Rodrigo L. Pereira, Heitor N. Lopes, Renato Pavanello
Summary: This work presents a new acoustic topology optimization methodology for the design of systems with rigid and porous materials. The methodology combines the BESO algorithm and the Virtual Temperature Method to achieve a multiconstrained optimization. Numerical examples are used to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed approach.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Rodrigo Batista Tommasini, Renato Pavanello, Leonardo de Oliveira Carvalho
Proceedings Paper
Engineering, Ocean
Rodrigo Batista Tommasini, Leonardo de Oliveira Carvalho, Renato Pavanello
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ASME 38TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON OCEAN, OFFSHORE AND ARCTIC ENGINEERING, 2019, VOL 5B
(2019)
Article
Mechanics
Breno Vincenzo de Almeida, Renato Pavanello
JOURNAL OF APPLIED AND COMPUTATIONAL MECHANICS
(2019)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Guo Zheng, Zengqiang Cao, Yuehaoxuan Wang, Reza Talemi
Summary: This study introduces two novel methods for predicting the fatigue response of Dynamic Cold Expansion (DCE) and Static Cold Expansion (SCE) open-hole plates. The accuracy of the prediction is enhanced by considering stress distributions and improving existing methods. The study also discusses the mechanisms behind fatigue life enhancement and fatigue crack propagation modes in cold expansion specimens.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Eric Heppner, Tomohiro Sasaki, Frank Trommer, Elmar Woschke
Summary: This paper presents a modeling approach for estimating the bonding strength of friction-welded lightweight structures. Through experiments and simulations, a method for evaluating the bonding strength of friction-welded lightweight structures is developed, and the plausibility and applicability of the model are discussed.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Piermario Vitullo, Alessio Colombo, Nicola Rares Franco, Andrea Manzoni, Paolo Zunino
Summary: Many applications in computational physics involve approximating problems with microstructure, characterized by multiple spatial scales in their data. However, these numerical solutions are often computationally expensive due to the need to capture fine details at small scales. Traditional projection based reduced order models (ROMs) fail to resolve these issues, even for second-order elliptic PDEs commonly found in engineering applications. To address this, we propose an alternative nonintrusive strategy to build a ROM, that combines classical proper orthogonal decomposition (POD) with a suitable neural network (NN) model to account for the small scales.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Chanh Dinh Vuong, Xiaofei Hu, Tinh Quoc Bui
Summary: In this paper, we present a dynamic description of the smoothing gradient-enhanced damage model for the simulation of quasi-brittle failure localization under time-dependent loading conditions. We introduce two efficient rate-dependent damage laws and various equivalent strain formulations to analyze the complicated stress states and inertia effects of the dynamic regime, enhancing the capability of the adopted approach in modeling dynamic fracture and branching.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Alexandre D. C. Amaro, A. Francisca Carvalho Alves, F. M. Andrade Pires
Summary: This study focuses on analyzing various deformation mechanisms that affect the behavior of PC/ABS blends using computational homogenization. By establishing a representative microstructural volume element, defining the constitutive description of the material phases, and modeling the interfaces and matrix damage, accurate predictions can be achieved. The findings have important implications for broader applications beyond PC/ABS blends.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
David Hoffmeyer, A. R. Damanpack
Summary: This paper introduces a method for determining all six stress components for a cantilever-type beam that is subjected to concentrated end loads. The method considers an inhomogeneous cross-section and employs cylindrically orthotropic material properties. The efficacy of the method is validated by numerical examples and a benchmark example, and the analysis on a real sawn timber cross-section reveals significant disparities in the maximum stresses compared to conventional engineering approaches.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Vladimir Stojanovic, Jian Deng, Dunja Milic, Marko D. Petkovic
Summary: The present paper investigates the dynamic analysis of a coupled Timoshenko beam-beam or beam-arch mechanical system with geometric nonlinearities. A modified p-version finite element method is developed for the vibrations of a shear deformable coupled beam system with a discontinuity in an elastic layer. The main contribution of this work is the discovery of coupled effects and phenomena in the simultaneous vibration analysis of varying discontinuity and varying curvature of the newly modelled coupled mechanical system. The analysis results are valuable and have broader applications in the field of solids and structures.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
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Mathematics, Applied
Gihwan Kim, Phill-Seung Lee
Summary: The phantom-node method is applied in the phase field model for mesh coarsening to improve computational efficiency. By recovering the fine mesh in the crack path domain into a coarse mesh, this method significantly reduces the number of degrees of freedom involved in the computation.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Souhail Chaouch, Julien Yvonnet
Summary: In this study, an unsupervised machine learning-based clustering approach is developed to reduce the computational cost of nonlinear multiscale methods. The approach clusters macro Gauss points based on their mechanical states, reducing the problem from macro scale to micro scale. A single micro nonlinear Representative Volume Element (RVE) calculation is performed for each cluster, using a linear approximation of the macro stress. Anelastic macro strains are used to handle internal variables. The technique is applied to nonlinear hyperelastic, viscoelastic and elastoplastic composites.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Hoang-Giang Bui, Jelena Ninic, Christian Koch, Klaus Hackl, Guenther Meschke
Summary: With the increasing demand for underground transport infrastructures, it is crucial to develop methods and tools that efficiently explore design options and minimize risks to the environment. This study proposes a BIM-based approach that connects user-friendly software with effective simulation tools to analyze complex tunnel structures. The results show that modeling efforts and computational time can be significantly reduced while maintaining high accuracy.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
Article
Mathematics, Applied
Aslan Nasirov, Xiaoyu Zhang, David Wagner, Saikumar R. Yeratapally, Caglar Oskay
Summary: This manuscript presents an efficient model construction strategy for the eigenstrain homogenization method (EHM) for the reduced order models of the nonlinear response of heterogeneous microstructures. The strategy relies on a parallel, element-by-element, conjugate gradient solver, achieving near linear scaling with respect to the number of degrees of freedom used to resolve the microstructure. The linear scaling in the number of pre-analyses required to construct the reduced order model (ROM) follows from the EHM formulation. The developed framework has been verified using an additively manufactured polycrystalline microstructure of Inconel 625.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
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Mathematics, Applied
Atticus Beachy, Harok Bae, Jose A. Camberos, Ramana V. Grandhi
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FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
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Mathematics, Applied
Arash Hajisharifi, Michele Girfoglio, Annalisa Quaini, Gianluigi Rozza
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FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
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Mathematics, Applied
D. Munoz, S. Torregrosa, O. Allix, F. Chinesta
Summary: The Proper Generalized Decomposition (PGD) is a Model Order Reduction framework used for parametric analysis of physical problems. It allows for offline computation and real-time simulation in various situations. However, its efficiency may decrease when the domain itself is considered as a parameter. Optimal transport techniques have shown exceptional performance in interpolating fields over geometric domains with varying shapes. Therefore, combining these two techniques is a natural choice. PGD handles the parametric solution while the optimal transport-based methodology transports the solution for a family of domains defined by geometric parameters.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)
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Mathematics, Applied
Jothi Mani Thondiraj, Akhshaya Paranikumar, Devesh Tiwari, Daniel Paquet, Pritam Chakraborty
Summary: This study develops a diffused interface CPFEM framework, which reduces computational cost by using biased mesh and provides accurate results using non-conformal elements in the mesh size transiting regions. The accuracy of the framework is confirmed through comparisons with sharp and stepped interface results.
FINITE ELEMENTS IN ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(2024)