Stiffness design of heterogeneous periodic beam by topology optimization with integration of commercial software

2016 ◽  
Vol 172 ◽  
pp. 71-80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sinan Yi ◽  
Gengdong Cheng ◽  
Liang Xu
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Commercial Software ◽  
Stiffness Design

Lightweight Design of the Welded Beam of Machining Center Based on Topology Optimization

2016 ◽  
Vol 836-837 ◽  
pp. 326-332
Author(s):  
Qin Sun ◽  
Zuo Li Li ◽  
Hui Yu ◽  
Yang Liu ◽  
Jin Sheng Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Machining Process ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Cutting Condition ◽  
Machining Center ◽  
Maximum Stiffness ◽  
Stiffness Design

From the perspective of statics, the deformation of welded beam under the action of gravity and cutting force was studied in the paper. During the actual machining process, vibration of welded beam and even the machine can be caused due to the change of cutting condition and interference from the outside. To avoid the natural frequency, and prevent the occurrence of resonance phenomena, welded beam modal was further analyzed; the first six natural frequencies and mode shapes of the beam were achieved. Statics and modal analysis are the basis of lightweight design of the welded beam based on topology optimization. The topology optimization model of maximum stiffness design and eigenvalue problem structural dynamics was established. Finite element model of beam and its components was established in hypermesh, and the optimization objective function, constraint function and boundary conditions were also set. Compared with the structure before optimization, the weight of the beam was reduced 10%, the lightweight design of the welded beam was achieved and the comprehensive performance of the beam was significantly improved.

3130 Topology Optimization Using Commercial Software COMSOL

2007 ◽  
Vol 2007.6 (0) ◽  
pp. 319-320
Author(s):  
Naotaka Uchida ◽  
Shinji NISHIWAKI ◽  
Kazuhiro IZUI ◽  
Masataka YOSHIMURA ◽  
Tsuyoshi NOMURA
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Commercial Software

Maximal Stiffness Design of Two-Material Structures by Topology Optimization with Nonprobabilistic Reliability

AIAA Journal ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 50 (9) ◽  
pp. 1993-2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yangjun Luo ◽  
Zhan Kang ◽  
Zhufeng Yue
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Stiffness Design

scholarly journals A Comparative Study of the Application of Different Commercial Software for Topology Optimization

2022 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 611
Author(s):  
Evangelos Tyflopoulos ◽  
Martin Steinert
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Design Domain ◽  
Online Database ◽  
Objective Functions ◽  
Commercial Software ◽  
Optimization Software ◽  
Software Platforms ◽  
The Given

Topology optimization (TO) has been a popular design method among CAD designers in the last decades. This method optimizes the given design domain by minimizing/maximizing one or more objective functions, such as the structure’s stiffness, and at the same time, respecting the given constraints like the volume or the weight reduction. For this reason, the companies providing the commercial CAD/FEM platforms have taken this design trend into account and, thus, have included TO in their products over the last years. However, it is not clear which features, algorithms, or, in other words, possibilities the CAD designers do have using these software platforms. A comparative study among the most applied topology optimization software was conducted for this research paper. First, the authors developed an online database of the identified TO software in the form of a table. Interested CAD designers can access and edit its content, contributing in this way to the creation of an updated library of the available TO software. In addition, a deeper comparison among three commercial software platforms—SolidWorks, ANSYS Mechanical, and ABAQUS—was implemented using three common case studies—(1) a bell crank lever, (2) a pillow bracket, and (3) a small bridge. These models were designed, optimized, and validated numerically, as well as compared for their strength. Finally, the above software was evaluated with respect to optimization time, optimized designs, and TO possibilities and features.

scholarly journals Optimization Approaches in Design for Additive Manufacturing

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 809-818
Author(s):  
Stefano Rosso ◽  
Gianpaolo Savio ◽  
Federico Uriati ◽  
Roberto Meneghello ◽  
Gianmaria Concheri
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Geometric Modeling ◽  
Lattice Structure ◽  
Software Tool ◽  
Lattice Structures ◽  
Commercial Software ◽  
Lightweight Structure ◽  
Sharp Edges ◽  
Manufacturing Technologies

AbstractNowadays, topology optimization and lattice structures are being re-discovered thanks to Additive Manufacturing technologies, that allow to easily produce parts with complex geometries.The primary aim of this work is to provide an original contribution for geometric modeling of conformal lattice structures for both wireframe and mesh models, improving previously presented methods. The secondary aim is to compare the proposed approaches with commercial software solutions on a piston rod as a case study.The central part of the rod undergoes size optimization of conformal lattice structure beams diameters using the proposed methods, and topology optimization using commercial software tool. The optimized lattice is modeled with a NURBS approach and with the novel mesh approach, while the topologically optimized part is manually remodeled to obtain a proper geometry. Results show that the lattice mesh modelling approach has the best performance, resulting in a lightweight structure with smooth surfaces and without sharp edges at nodes, enhancing mechanical properties and fatigue life.

Topology Optimization of Beam Structures with Various End and Loading Conditions

2013 ◽  
Vol 465-466 ◽  
pp. 22-26
Author(s):  
Dereje Engida Woldemichael ◽  
Jia Jiun Lai ◽  
D. Sujan
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Single Point ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Point Load ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Loading Conditions ◽  
Beam Structures ◽  
Stiffness Design ◽  
End Conditions ◽  
Optimum Material

Topology optimization deals with optimum material (mass) distribution within a design domain to find optimal lay-out of a structure subjected to certain boundary and loading conditions. Topology optimization can be used to address conflicting requirements, such as light weight and high-strength/stiffness design. In this paper, a simulation program to analyze topology optimization of beam structures with seven different end conditions and three types of loads (single point load, two point loads and uniformly distributed load) is developed using MATLAB code adapted from Sigmunds 99 line topology optimization code. Furthermore, the program has been enhanced with a graphical user interface for ease of use. Using the developed system, it is possible to analyze the effect of different parameters.

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