A numerical methodology is presented which is based on Topology Optimization (TO) approach for designing continuous heterogeneous structures. This method is then exploited to reduce weight and to increase stiffness in mechanical components. Useful guidelines for the evaluation of equivalent material properties of metallic cellular structures are discussed, and they are applied for the optimization process of an engine mounting bracket under realistic loading and boundary conditions. The outcome of TO, which is related to the material density distribution into the design space, is critically reviewed for the definition of bulk, lattice and void regions within the component.
Optimization methodology for continuous heterogeneous structures: A preliminary design of an engine mounting bracket / Campo, G. A.; Vettorello, A.; Giacalone, M.. - 827 KEM:(2020), pp. 116-121. (Intervento presentato al convegno 18th International Conference on Fracture and Damage Mechanics, FDM 2019 tenutosi a Rodos, Greece nel 16-18/09/2019) [10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.827.116].
Optimization methodology for continuous heterogeneous structures: A preliminary design of an engine mounting bracket
Campo G. A.;Vettorello A.;Giacalone M.
2020
Abstract
A numerical methodology is presented which is based on Topology Optimization (TO) approach for designing continuous heterogeneous structures. This method is then exploited to reduce weight and to increase stiffness in mechanical components. Useful guidelines for the evaluation of equivalent material properties of metallic cellular structures are discussed, and they are applied for the optimization process of an engine mounting bracket under realistic loading and boundary conditions. The outcome of TO, which is related to the material density distribution into the design space, is critically reviewed for the definition of bulk, lattice and void regions within the component.Pubblicazioni consigliate
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