Topology Optimization Design of Microchannel Plate Based on Velocity Distribution

In this paper, based on ANSYS the topology optimization design for high pressure storage tank was studied by the means of the finite element structural analysis and optimization. the finite element model for optimization design was established. The design variables influence factors and rules on the optimization results are summarized. according to the calculation results the optimal design result for tank is determined considering the manufacturing and processing. The calculation results show that the method is effective in optimization design and provide the basis to further design high pressure tank.

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Topology Optimization Using Node-Based Smoothed Finite Element Method

International Journal of Applied Mechanics ◽

10.1142/s1758825115500854 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 07 (06) ◽

pp. 1550085 ◽

Cited By ~ 20

Author(s):

Z. C. He ◽

G. Y. Zhang ◽

L. Deng ◽

Eric Li ◽

G. R. Liu

Keyword(s):

Finite Element Method ◽

Finite Element ◽

Topology Optimization ◽

Optimization Design ◽

Solid Mechanics ◽

Optimality Criteria ◽

Topology Optimization Problem ◽

Design Variables ◽

Smoothed Finite Element Method ◽

Element Method

The node-based smoothed finite element method (NS-FEM) proposed recently has shown very good properties in solid mechanics, such as providing much better gradient solutions. In this paper, the topology optimization design of the continuum structures under static load is formulated on the basis of NS-FEM. As the node-based smoothing domain is the sub-unit of assembling stiffness matrix in the NS-FEM, the relative density of node-based smoothing domains serves as design variables. In this formulation, the compliance minimization is considered as an objective function, and the topology optimization model is developed using the solid isotropic material with penalization (SIMP) interpolation scheme. The topology optimization problem is then solved by the optimality criteria (OC) method. Finally, the feasibility and efficiency of the proposed method are illustrated with both 2D and 3D examples that are widely used in the topology optimization design.

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Synthesis and Numerical Analysis of Compliant devices – A Topology Optimization Approach for Mechanisms and Robotic Systems

10.21203/rs.3.rs-940149/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Premanand Sathyanarayanamurthi ◽

ARUNKUMAR GOPAL

Keyword(s):

Topology Optimization ◽

Optimization Design ◽

Rectangular Domain ◽

Dynamic State ◽

Optimization Approach ◽

Design And Development ◽

Design Synthesis ◽

Final Destination ◽

Prototype Development ◽

External Forces

Abstract The Topology Optimization design invariably shall be used in various applications like Aerojet designs, Aircraft Engineering designs and innovative systems for improving the efficiency of structure. The paper emphasizes more on general Topology Optimization design for a rectangular domain. The domain numerically analyzed with defined geometry setting and defined boundary conditions for finding the Stress and displacement. In this Topology Optimization Design synthesis, the result is suitable volume and mass reduction in the Aerojet application parts which further can be taken for Prototype development in 3D printing and experimentally test with safety characteristics and compares Objective functions chosen for design and development. The design can be used for other various automotive and aerospace devices based on deformation level and application of external forces. The Final destination of this design and development ends with passing Fatigue Endurance test cycle test pass condition in Aerojet and automotive vehicles in static and dynamic state.

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Optimization design of titanium alloy connecting rod based on structural topology optimization

Journal of Engineering Design and Technology ◽

10.1108/jedt-01-2021-0045 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Bin Zheng ◽

Yi Cai ◽

Kelun Tang

Keyword(s):

Finite Element Analysis ◽

Finite Element ◽

Topology Optimization ◽

Optimization Design ◽

Equivalent Stress ◽

Connecting Rod ◽

Element Analysis ◽

Content Type ◽

The Finite Element Analysis ◽

Maximum Equivalent Stress

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to realize the lightweight of connecting rod and meet the requirements of low energy consumption and vibration. Based on the structural design of the original connecting rod, the finite element analysis was conducted to reduce the weight and increase the natural frequencies, so as to reduce materials consumption and improve the energy efficiency of internal combustion engine. Design/methodology/approach The finite element analysis, structural optimization design and topology optimization of the connecting rod are applied. Efficient hybrid method is deployed: static and modal analysis; and structure re-design of the connecting rod based on topology optimization. Findings After the optimization of the connecting rod, the weight is reduced from 1.7907 to 1.4875 kg, with a reduction of 16.93%. The maximum equivalent stress of the optimized connecting rod is 183.97 MPa and that of the original structure is 217.18 MPa, with the reduction of 15.62%. The first, second and third natural frequencies of the optimized connecting rod are increased by 8.89%, 8.85% and 11.09%, respectively. Through the finite element analysis and based on the lightweight, the maximum equivalent stress is reduced and the low-order natural frequency is increased. Originality/value This paper presents an optimization method on the connecting rod structure. Based on the statics and modal analysis of the connecting rod and combined with the topology optimization, the size of the connecting rod is improved, and the static and dynamic characteristics of the optimized connecting rod are improved.

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