__Topology Design Methods for Structural Optimization__ provides engineers with a basic set of design tools for the development of 2D and 3D structures subjected to single and multi-load cases and experiencing linear elastic conditions. Written by an expert team who has collaborated over the past decade to develop the methods presented, the book discusses essential theories with clear guidelines on how to use them. Case studies and worked industry examples are included throughout to illustrate practical applications of topology design tools to achieve innovative structural solutions. The text is intended for professionals who are interested in using the tools provided, but does not require in-depth theoretical knowledge. It is ideal for researchers who want to expand the methods presented to new applications, and includes a companion website with related tools to assist in further study. * Provides design tools and methods for innovative structural design, focusing on the essential theory * Includes case studies and real-life examples to illustrate practical application, challenges, and solutions * Features accompanying software on a companion website to allow users to get up and running fast with the methods introduced * Includes input from an expert team who has collaborated over the past decade to develop the methods presented Front Cover -- Topology Design Methods for Structural Optimization -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Contents -- Preface -- 1 Introduction -- 1.1 Structural Optimization (SO) -- 1.2 Topology Optimization -- 1.2.1 Homogenization Method for Topology Optimization -- 1.2.2 Solid Isotropic Material with Penalization (SIMP) -- 1.2.3 Fully Stressed Design (FSD) -- 1.2.4 Computer-Aided Shape Optimization (CAO) -- 1.2.5 Soft Kill Option (SKO) -- 1.2.6 Evolutionary Structural Optimization (ESO) -- 1.2.7 Bidirectional ESO (BESO) -- 1.3 Book Layout -- References -- 2 Growth Method for the Size, Topology, and Geometry Optimization of Truss Structures -- 2.1 Introduction -- 2.2 The Growth Method -- 2.3 Domain Specification -- 2.4 Topology and Size Optimization -- 2.5 Geometry Optimization -- 2.6 Optimality Verification -- 2.7 Topology Growth -- 2.8 Practical Criteria to Limit the Number of Added Bars to New Joints -- 2.8.1 Limiting the Number of Crossed Bars -- 2.8.2 Using Orthogonality and Maximum Degree of Indeterminacy -- References -- 3 Discrete Method of Structural Optimization -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 The Sequential Element Rejection and Admission (SERA) Algorithm -- 3.3 Definition of the Objective Function -- 3.3.1 Stress-Based Objective Function -- 3.3.2 Compliant-Based Objective Function -- 3.3.3 Multiple-Criteria Objective Function -- 3.3.4 Mutual Potential Energy Objective Function -- 3.4 The SERA Parameters -- 3.4.1 The Limit Volume Fraction -- 3.4.2 Controlling the Rate of Material Admission and Removal -- 3.4.3 The Smoothing Ratio -- 3.4.4 The Material Redistribution Fraction -- 3.4.5 The Filter Radius -- 3.4.6 Convergence Limit -- 3.5 The Initial Design Domain -- 3.6 The Volume Fraction to be Redistributed -- 3.6.1 Determine the Volume Fraction to be Rearranged -- 3.6.2 Material Redistribution -- 3.7 The Finite Element Analysis Find innovative structural solutions to your design challenges with this practical guide to the latest design tools and methods from a leading research team, Provides design tools and methods for innovative structural design, focusing on just the essential theory. Includes case studies and real-life examples to illustrate practical application, challenges, and solutions. Accompanying software provided on a companion website to allow you to get up and running fast with the methods introduced. Topology Design Methods for Structural Optimization provides engineers with a basic set of design tools for the development of 2D and 3D structures subjected to single and multiple load cases, experiencing linear elastic conditions. Written by an expert learn who have collaborated over the past decade to develop the methods presented, the book presents the essential theory behind the methods alongside clear guidelines on how to use them. Case studies and worked industry examples are included throughout to illustrate practical application of topology design tools to achieve innovative structural solutions. Intended for professionals who want to use the tools provided without needing in-depth theoretical knowledge as well as researchers who want to expand the methods presented to new applications, Topology Design Methods for Structural Optimization is an applied guide to solving structural design challenges. Three useful computer programs, including a graphical interface for running the software associated with the methods presented, are provided on a companion website to support the book. Book jacket
Topology Design Methods for Structural Optimization provides engineers with a basic set of design tools for the development of 2D and 3D structures subjected to single and multi-load cases and experiencing linear elastic conditions. Written by an expert team who has collaborated over the past decade to develop the methods presented, the book discusses essential theories with clear guidelines on how to use them.
Case studies and worked industry examples are included throughout to illustrate practical applications of topology design tools to achieve innovative structural solutions. The text is intended for professionals who are interested in using the tools provided, but does not require in-depth theoretical knowledge. It is ideal for researchers who want to expand the methods presented to new applications, and includes a companion website with related tools to assist in further study.
- Provides design tools and methods for innovative structural design, focusing on the essential theory
- Includes case studies and real-life examples to illustrate practical application, challenges, and solutions
- Features accompanying software on a companion website to allow users to get up and running fast with the methods introduced
- Includes input from an expert team who has collaborated over the past decade to develop the methods presented
Content: Front-matter,Copyright,Dedication,PrefaceEntitled to full textChapter 1 - Introduction, Pages 1-13 Chapter 2 - Growth Method for the Size, Topology, and Geometry Optimization of Truss Structures*, Pages 15-26 Chapter 3 - Discrete Method of Structural Optimization*, Pages 27-46 Chapter 4 - Continuous Method of Structural Optimization, Pages 47-70 Chapter 5 - Hands-On Applications of Structural Optimization, Pages 71-91 Chapter 6 - Topology Optimization as a Digital Design Tool, Pages 93-111 Chapter 7 - User Guides for Enclosed Software*, Pages 113-184 Index, Pages 185-191 Annotation 'Topology Design Methods for Structural Optimization' provides engineers with a basic set of design tools for the development of 2D and 3D structures subjected to single and multi-load cases and experiencing linear elastic conditions. Written by an expert team who has collaborated over the past decade to develop the methods presented, the book discusses essential theories with clear guidelines on how to use them
