Topology Optimization in Engineering Structure Design - Hardcover

Zhang, Weihong

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1785482246 ISBN 13: 9781785482243

Publisher: ISTEPELS, 2016

Synopsis

Topology Optimization in Engineering Structure Design explores the recent advances and applications of topology optimization in engineering structures design, with a particular focus on aircraft and aerospace structural systems. To meet the increasingly complex engineering challenges provided by rapid developments in these industries, structural optimization techniques have developed in conjunction with them over the past two decades. The latest methods and theories to improve mechanical performances and save structural weight under static, dynamic and thermal loads are summarized and explained in detail here, in addition to potential applications of topology optimization techniques such as shape preserving design, smart structure design and additive manufacturing. These new design strategies are illustrated by a host of worked examples, which are inspired by real engineering situations, some of which have been applied to practical structure design with significant effects. Written from a forward-looking applied engineering perspective, the authors not only summarize the latest developments in this field of structure design but also provide both theoretical knowledge and a practical guideline. This book should appeal to graduate students, researchers and engineers, in detailing how to use topology optimization methods to improve product design.

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About the Author

Jihong Zhu is Professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University in Xi'an, China.

Edition details

• Publisher: ISTEPELS
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785482246
• ISBN 13: 9781785482243
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 294