Optimization for finite element applications

As engineers work with increasingly complex structures, they need rational, reliable, fast, and economical design tools. Over the past 2 decades, finite element analysis has proven to be the most frequently used method of identifying and solving the problems associated with these complicated designs...

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Published inMechanical engineering (New York, N.Y. 1919) Vol. 116; no. 12; pp. 68 - 70
Main Author Ali, Hosam
Format Magazine Article
LanguageEnglish
Published New York, NY American Society of Mechanical Engineers 01.12.1994
Subjects
Applications
Applied sciences
Automation
CAD
CAE
Computer aided design
Computer aided engineering
Computer programs
Design engineering
Design optimization
Designers
Engineering
Engineering design
Engineering software
Engineers
Evaluation
Exact sciences and technology
Finite element analysis
Geometry
Graphics software
Mechanical engineering. Machine design
Optimization
Personal computers
Science
Scientific software
Solid models
Solids modeling
Stress analysis
Technology
United States > US
Dimensioning
Finite element method
Geometrical shape
Numerical method
Computer aided design
Optimization
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Summary:As engineers work with increasingly complex structures, they need rational, reliable, fast, and economical design tools. Over the past 2 decades, finite element analysis has proven to be the most frequently used method of identifying and solving the problems associated with these complicated designs. Design optimization, which is based on a rational mathematical approach to modifying designs too complex for the engineer to modify, automates the design cycle. If automated optimization can be done on a desktop platform, it can save much time and money. The goal of optimization is to minimize or maximize an objective, such as weight or fundamental frequency, that is subject to constraints on response and design parameters. Effective optimization programs can handle a combination of sizing and shape parameters. Details are provided.
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ISSN:0025-6501
1943-5649