Evolutionary shape optimization in fracture problems
Abstract
The aim to the paper is to optimize 2-dimensional elastic structures subjected to cyclic load. The loading can result in crack forming, so the aim of the optimization is to reduce the possibility of crack growth. The number of loading cycles necessary to crack growth is maximized. To solve the optimization task the evolutionary algorithm is used. The boundary element method is applied to solve the crack problem. In order to reduce the number of design variables the parametrical NURSB curves are used to model the geometry of parts of the structural element boundary.
Keywords
boundary element method, optimization, evolutionary algorithm, crack, parametric curves,References
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Published
Nov 28, 2022
How to Cite
BELUCH, Witold.
Evolutionary shape optimization in fracture problems.
Computer Assisted Methods in Engineering and Science, [S.l.], v. 12, n. 2-3, p. 111-121, nov. 2022.
ISSN 2956-5839.
Available at: <https://cames.ippt.pan.pl/index.php/cames/article/view/981>. Date accessed: 03 july 2024.
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