Topology and shape optimization of continuum structures by genetic algorithm and BEM

  • Eisuke Kita Nagoya University
  • Tatsuhiro Tamaki Nagoya University
  • Hisashi Tanie Nagoya University

Abstract

This paper describes the topology and shape optimization scheme of continuum structures by using genetic algorithm (GA) and boundary element method (BEM). The structure profiles are defined by using the spline function surfaces. Then, the genetic algorithm is applied for determining the structure profile satisfying the design objectives and the constraint conditions. The present scheme is applied to minimum weight design of two-dimensional elastic problems in order to confirm the validity.

Keywords

Topology and shape optimization, genetic algorithm (GA), boundary element method, spline function, two-dimensional elastic problem.,

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Published
Jan 18, 2023
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KITA, Eisuke; TAMAKI, Tatsuhiro; TANIE, Hisashi. Topology and shape optimization of continuum structures by genetic algorithm and BEM. Computer Assisted Methods in Engineering and Science, [S.l.], v. 11, n. 1, p. 63-75, jan. 2023. ISSN 2956-5839. Available at: <https://cames.ippt.pan.pl/index.php/cames/article/view/1044>. Date accessed: 22 dec. 2024.
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