Hybrid Cellular Automaton: A Novel Framework for Non-Linear Topology Optimization
Publication: Structures Congress 2010: 19th Analysis and Computation Specialty Conference
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Topology optimization is a structural design approach in which material and voids are distributed within a prescribed volume referred to as the design domain. Due to the large number of design variables and the computational cost of the structural analysis, classical optimization methods are usually impractical. This has motivated the implementation of specialized numerical methods. Moreover, as there is an increased need to design robust and resilient structural systems that can withstand extreme event such as blast and impact loading, it is also required to account for nonlinearities in design optimization process. In this paper a novel formulation for topology optimization of nonlinear structures is presented. The proposed formulation is applied for minimum compliance design of nonlinear structures. Representative examples presented in this paper include classic Mitchell-type structures.
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© 2010 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Apr 26, 2012
ASCE Technical Topics:
- Automation and robotics
- Benefit cost ratios
- Business management
- Construction materials
- Design (by type)
- Engineering fundamentals
- Engineering materials (by type)
- Financial management
- Geomechanics
- Geotechnical engineering
- Hybrid methods
- Materials engineering
- Methodology (by type)
- Numerical methods
- Practice and Profession
- Rock mechanics
- Structural design
- Structural engineering
- Structural systems
- Systems engineering
- Voids
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