Optimal design of periodic structures using evolutionary topology optimization

被引:164
作者
Huang, X. [1 ]
Xie, Y. M. [1 ]
机构
[1] RMIT Univ, Melbourne, Vic 3001, Australia
基金
澳大利亚研究理事会;
关键词
Topology optimization; Periodic structure; Sandwich structure; Bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization (BESO);
D O I
10.1007/s00158-007-0196-1
中图分类号
TP39 [计算机的应用];
学科分类号
081203 ; 0835 ;
摘要
This paper presents a method for topology optimization of periodic structures using the bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization (BESO) technique. To satisfy the periodic constraint, the designable domain is divided into a certain number of identical unit cells. The optimal topology of the unit cell is determined by gradually removing and adding material based on a sensitivity analysis. Sensitivity numbers that consider the periodic constraint for the repetitive elements are developed. To demonstrate the capability and effectiveness of the proposed approach, topology design problems of 2D and 3D periodic structures are investigated. The results indicate that the optimal topology depends, to a great extent, on the defined unit cells and on the relative strength of other non-designable part, such as the skins of sandwich structures.
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页码:597 / 606
页数:10
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