Ebook: Optimization of Structures and Components

Written by an international group of active researchers in the field, this volume presents innovative formulations and applied procedures for sensitivity analysis and structural design optimization. Eight chapters discuss subjects ranging from recent developments in the determination and application of topological gradients, to the use of evolutionary algorithms and meta-models to solve practical engineering problems. With such a comprehensive set of contributions, the book is a valuable source of information for graduate students and researchers entering or working in the matter.

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Written by an international group of active researchers in the field, this volume presents innovative formulations and applied procedures for sensitivity analysis and structural design optimization. Eight chapters discuss subjects ranging from recent developments in the determination and application of topological gradients, to the use of evolutionary algorithms and meta-models to solve practical engineering problems. With such a comprehensive set of contributions, the book is a valuable source of information for graduate students and researchers entering or working in the matter.

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Written by an international group of active researchers in the field, this volume presents innovative formulations and applied procedures for sensitivity analysis and structural design optimization. Eight chapters discuss subjects ranging from recent developments in the determination and application of topological gradients, to the use of evolutionary algorithms and meta-models to solve practical engineering problems. With such a comprehensive set of contributions, the book is a valuable source of information for graduate students and researchers entering or working in the matter.
Content:
Front Matter....Pages i-vii
Topological Derivative for Multi-Scale Linear Elasticity Models in Three Spatial Dimensions....Pages 1-9
Topological Sensitivity Analysis for Two-Dimensional Heat Transfer Problems Using the Boundary Element Method....Pages 11-33
Design of Compliant Mechanisms with Stress Constraints Using Topology Optimization....Pages 35-48
A Genetic Algorithm for Optimization of Hybrid Laminated Composite Plates....Pages 49-71
Delamination Diagnosis in Composite Beam Using AIS and BGA Algorithms Based on Vibration Characteristics....Pages 73-89
On Active Vibrations Control of a Flexible Rotor Running in Flexibly-Mounted Journal Bearings....Pages 91-102
Multi-Disciplinary Constraint Design Optimization Based on Progressive Meta-Model Method for Vehicle Body Structure....Pages 103-115
Optimization Under Uncertainties....Pages 117-141