Design of functionally graded gyroid foams using optimization algorithms and the finite element method A simple approach on prototyping from simulation to manufacturing

• Published in: International journal of advanced manufacturing technology Vol. 114; no. 3-4; pp. 725 - 739
• Main Authors: Pais, Ana, Alves, Jorge Lino, Belinha, Jorge
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: London Springer London 01.05.2021
• Subjects: CAE) and Design; Computer-Aided Engineering (CAD; Engineering; Industrial and Production Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Media Management; Original Article; Finite element method; Gyroid infill; Fused filament fabrication; Additive manufacturing; Structural optimization; Bone remodelling
• ISSN: 0268-3768; 1433-3015
• DOI: 10.1007/s00170-020-06542-w

Weight reduction is one of the main concerns when designing any component as it reduces material cost and green house gas emissions, among other aspects. Several numerical approaches exist in the literature with the objective of having any component with known mechanical loading become optimized in...