Topology Optimization of Thin-Shell Frame with Surface Loads

2013 ◽  
Vol 483 ◽  
pp. 484-488
Author(s):  
Yong Guo Ke ◽  
Li Ma ◽  
Yuan Yuan Du
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Thin Shell ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Mathematic Model ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Dump Truck ◽  
Heavy Duty ◽  
Shaped Container ◽  
Surface Loads ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

A topology optimization method of thin-shell frame with surface loads is proposed in this paper and the mathematic model of this topology optimization method is introduced. Based on this proposed method, the procedure of lightweight design for special-shaped container is introduced, then, the lightweight design of 30t special-shaped container of heavy-duty dump truck is carried out. The result shows that the proposed method is very practicable and effective.

scholarly journals Lightweight Design of Front Suspension Upright of Electric Formula Car Based on Topology Optimization Method

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jixiong Li ◽  
Jianliang Tan ◽  
Jianbin Dong
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Geometric Model ◽  
Load Condition ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Front Suspension ◽  
Emergency Braking ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

In order to obtain a lightweight front upright of an electric formula car’s suspension, the topology optimization method is used in the front upright structure design. The mathematical model of the lightweight optimization design is constructed, and the geometric model of the initial design of the front upright is subjected to the ultimate load condition. The structural optimization of a front upright resulted in the mass reduction of the upright by 60.43%. The optimized model was simulated and verified regarding the strength, stiffness, and safety factor under three different conditions, namely turning braking, emergency braking, and sharp turning. In the experiment, the uprights were machined and assembled and integrated into the racing suspension. The experimental results showed that the optimized front uprights met the requirements of performance.

scholarly journals A topology optimization method of robot lightweight design based on the finite element model of assembly and its applications

2020 ◽  
Vol 103 (3) ◽  
pp. 003685042093648
Author(s):  
Liansen Sha ◽  
Andi Lin ◽  
Xinqiao Zhao ◽  
Shaolong Kuang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Maximum Displacement ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Upper Limb Exoskeleton ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

Topology optimization is a widely used lightweight design method for structural design of the collaborative robot. In this article, a topology optimization method for the robot lightweight design is proposed based on finite element analysis of the assembly so as to get the minimized weight and to avoid the stress analysis distortion phenomenon that compared the conventional topology optimization method by adding equivalent confining forces at the analyzed part’s boundary. For this method, the stress and deformation of the robot’s parts are calculated based on the finite element analysis of the assembly model. Then, the structure of the parts is redesigned with the goal of minimized mass and the constraint of maximum displacement of the robot’s end by topology optimization. The proposed method has the advantages of a better lightweight effect compared with the conventional one, which is demonstrated by a simple two-linkage robot lightweight design. Finally, the method is applied on a 5 degree of freedom upper-limb exoskeleton robot for lightweight design. Results show that there is a 10.4% reduction of the mass compared with the conventional method.

Lightweight Design of PLATE ShearS Bed Based on Topology Optimization and Test Methods

2013 ◽  
Vol 568 ◽  
pp. 143-149
Author(s):  
Yong Wang ◽  
Kun Li ◽  
Bao Ping Cui ◽  
Zu Fang Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Maximum Principal Stress ◽  
Test Methods ◽  
Total Displacement ◽  
Design Requirements ◽  
Improvement Scheme ◽  
Different Thickness ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

In order to meet the lightweight design requirements of one swing-type plate shears, the topology optimization method is applied to improve the structure of bed. According to the analysis of the actual working conditions, the reasonable load and boundary conditions are determined. The conceptual model of bed structure is established by using topology optimization method. Lightweight improvement scheme is proposed based on the topology optimization results, and the rationality of scheme is verified by test and analysis. Different parts of the bed are thickened or thinned, and the influences of different thickness of the stiffener on the maximum principal stress, total displacement, displacement in Y direction and weight of bed structure model are analyzed. A reasonable lightweight scheme of shear machine bed is proposed. The weight of the bed is reduced and the lightweight purpose is finally achieved in the case of meeting the requirements of shearing accuracy.

scholarly journals Topology optimization of transmission gearbox under multiple working loads

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. 168781401881345 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingxuan Liang ◽  
Jianhong Hu ◽  
Shuqing Li ◽  
Zhigao Chen
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Finite Element Model ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Dynamic Performance ◽  
Reference Value ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Dynamic Excitation ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

This article is concerned with topology optimization of transmission gearbox under multiple working loads by taking dynamic performance as research object. First, the dynamic excitation model and finite element model are established, the vibration responses of the key points on gearbox are obtained by applying dynamic excitation on finite element model based on modal dynamic method, and the simulation responses are compared with testing results to validate finite element model. Finally, the gearbox structure is optimized by utilizing topology optimization method, and the lightweight model of transmission gearbox structure is redesigned. The dynamic performance indexes such as natural frequency are improved obviously, which indicates that the topology optimization method is very effective in optimizing dynamic performance of complex gearbox structure. The research has an important theoretical significance and reference value for lightweight design of transmission gearbox structure.

Optimal Design of Aero-Engine Stator Structure with Combined Shape and Topology Optimization Method

2011 ◽  
Vol 697-698 ◽  
pp. 623-626
Author(s):  
Jun Gang Yang ◽  
W.H. Zhang ◽  
Ji Hong Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Optimal Design ◽  
Optimization Problem ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Loading Conditions ◽  
Shape And Topology Optimization ◽  
And Topology ◽  
Aero Engine ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

In this paper, the lightweight design of an aero-engine stator structure is studied as an application case. Different kinds of loading conditions are taken into account. Mathematical formulations of the optimization problem are presented. Two optimization strategies combining shape and topology optimization are tested to get optimal design results.

scholarly journals Topology Optimization of Hard-Coating Thin Plate for Maximizing Modal Loss Factors

Coatings ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (7) ◽  
pp. 774
Author(s):  
Haitao Luo ◽  
Rong Chen ◽  
Siwei Guo ◽  
Jia Fu
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Objective Function ◽  
Composite Plates ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Hard Coating ◽  
Design Variables ◽  
Coating Composite ◽  
Damping Materials ◽  
Topology Optimization Method ◽  
Loss Factors

At present, hard coating structures are widely studied as a new passive damping method. Generally, the hard coating material is completely covered on the surface of the thin-walled structure, but the local coverage cannot only achieve better vibration reduction effect, but also save the material and processing costs. In this paper, a topology optimization method for hard coated composite plates is proposed to maximize the modal loss factors. The finite element dynamic model of hard coating composite plate is established. The topology optimization model is established with the energy ratio of hard coating layer to base layer as the objective function and the amount of damping material as the constraint condition. The sensitivity expression of the objective function to the design variables is derived, and the iteration of the design variables is realized by the Method of Moving Asymptote (MMA). Several numerical examples are provided to demonstrate that this method can obtain the optimal layout of damping materials for hard coating composite plates. The results show that the damping materials are mainly distributed in the area where the stored modal strain energy is large, which is consistent with the traditional design method. Finally, based on the numerical results, the experimental study of local hard coating composites plate is carried out. The results show that the topology optimization method can significantly reduce the frequency response amplitude while reducing the amount of damping materials, which shows the feasibility and effectiveness of the method.

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