Optimum Layout of Buildings Subjected to Geometric Constraints
Publication: Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 10, Issue 4
Abstract
Given the preliminary layout of a building, the vertical members will be relocated through optimization techniques to obtain the best building performance possible when subjected to lateral loads under specified constraints. The analysis is based on a nonlinear programming algorithm and the movable elements are chosen using a sensitivity analysis. The optimization will be done for static constraints. The analysis is carried out in conjunction with a finite element code. Examples are presented.
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Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 10 • Issue 4 • November 2005
Pages: 239 - 245
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© 2005 ASCE.
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Received: May 25, 2004
Accepted: Oct 27, 2004
Published online: Nov 1, 2005
Published in print: Nov 2005
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