Kun Yan¹, Yunyu Wang², Jun Yan^3,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.140, No.2, pp. 1949-1974, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.048877

Abstract Topology optimization of thermal-fluid coupling problems has received widespread attention. This article proposes a novel topology optimization method for laminar two-fluid heat exchanger design. The proposed method utilizes an artificial density field to create two permeability interpolation functions that exhibit opposing trends, ensuring separation between the two fluid domains. Additionally, a Gaussian function is employed to construct an interpolation function for the thermal conductivity coefficient. Furthermore, a computational program has been developed on the OpenFOAM platform for the topology optimization of two-fluid heat exchangers. This program leverages parallel computing, significantly reducing the time required for More >

Jiaxiang Luo^1,2, Weien Zhou^2,3, Bingxiao Du^1,*, Daokui Li¹, Wen Yao^2,3,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.140, No.2, pp. 1919-1947, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.048118

Abstract In recent years, there has been significant research on the application of deep learning (DL) in topology optimization (TO) to accelerate structural design. However, these methods have primarily focused on solving binary TO problems, and effective solutions for multi-material topology optimization (MMTO) which requires a lot of computing resources are still lacking. Therefore, this paper proposes the framework of multiphase topology optimization using deep learning to accelerate MMTO design. The framework employs convolutional neural network (CNN) to construct a surrogate model for solving MMTO, and the obtained surrogate model can rapidly generate multi-material structure topologies… More >

Zibin Mao¹, Qinghai Zhao^1,2,*, Liang Zhang¹

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.140, No.1, pp. 757-792, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2024.048016

Abstract This paper proposes a multi-material topology optimization method based on the hybrid reliability of the probability-ellipsoid model with stress constraint for the stochastic uncertainty and epistemic uncertainty of mechanical loads in optimization design. The probabilistic model is combined with the ellipsoidal model to describe the uncertainty of mechanical loads. The topology optimization formula is combined with the ordered solid isotropic material with penalization (ordered-SIMP) multi-material interpolation model. The stresses of all elements are integrated into a global stress measurement that approximates the maximum stress using the normalized p-norm function. Furthermore, the sequential optimization and reliability assessment… More >

Mingzhe Huang, Mi Xiao^*, Liang Gao, Mian Zhou, Wei Sha, Jinhao Zhang

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.139, No.3, pp. 2479-2505, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.045735

Abstract Cellular thin-shell structures are widely applied in ultralightweight designs due to their high bearing capacity and strength-to-weight ratio. In this paper, a full-scale isogeometric topology optimization (ITO) method based on Kirchhoff–Love shells for designing cellular tshin-shell structures with excellent damage tolerance ability is proposed. This method utilizes high-order continuous nonuniform rational B-splines (NURBS) as basis functions for Kirchhoff–Love shell elements. The geometric and analysis models of thin shells are unified by isogeometric analysis (IGA) to avoid geometric approximation error and improve computational accuracy. The topological configurations of thin-shell structures are described by constructing the effective More >

Weida Wu, Yiqiang Wang, Zhonghao Gao, Pai Liu^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.139, No.2, pp. 2001-2026, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.046670

Abstract Negative Poisson’s ratio (NPR) metamaterials are attractive for their unique mechanical behaviors and potential applications in deformation control and energy absorption. However, when subjected to significant stretching, NPR metamaterials designed under small strain assumption may experience a rapid degradation in NPR performance. To address this issue, this study aims to design metamaterials maintaining a targeted NPR under large deformation by taking advantage of the geometry nonlinearity mechanism. A representative periodic unit cell is modeled considering geometry nonlinearity, and its topology is designed using a gradient-free method. The unit cell microstructural topologies are described with the… More >

Wenjun Chen¹, Yingjun Wang^1,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.27, No.3, pp. 1-1, 2023, DOI:10.32604/icces.2023.09096

Abstract The rapid development of topology optimization has given birth to a large amount of different topology optimization methods, and each of them can manage a class of corresponding engineering problems. However, structures need to meet a variety of requirements in engineering application, such as lightweight and multiple load-bearing performance. To design composite structures that have multiple structural properties, a new multi-scale topology optimization method considering multiple structural performances is proposed in this paper. Based on the fitting functions of the result set and the bisection method, a new method to determine the weight coefficient is… More >

Haobo Zhang¹, Ziao Zhuang¹, Chen Yu², Zhaohui Xia^1,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.27, No.3, pp. 1-2, 2023, DOI:10.32604/icces.2023.09091

Abstract Topology optimization (TO) is an important and powerful tool to obtain efficient and lightweight structures in conceptional design stage and a series of representative methods are implemented [1-5]. TO are mainly based on the classical finite element analysis (FEA), resulting in an inconsistency between geometric model and analytical model. Besides, there are some drawbacks of low analysis accuracy, poor continuity between adjacent elements, and high computational cost for high-order meshes. Thus, isogeometric analysis (IGA) is proposed [6] to replace FEA in TO. Using the Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines (NURBS), IGA successfully eliminates the defects of the… More >

Chuang Lu¹, Leilei Chen^2,3, Jinling Luo⁴, Haibo Chen^1,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.139, No.1, pp. 847-872, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.044446

Abstract We propose a combined shape and topology optimization approach in this research for 3D acoustics by using the isogeometric boundary element method with subdivision surfaces. The existing structural optimization methods mainly contain shape and topology schemes, with the former changing the surface geometric profile of the structure and the latter changing the material distribution topology or hole topology of the structure. In the present acoustic performance optimization, the coordinates of the control points in the subdivision surfaces fine mesh are selected as the shape design parameters of the structure, the artificial density of the sound… More >

Kai Long¹, Ayesha Saeed¹, Jinhua Zhang², Yara Diaeldin¹, Feiyu Lu¹, Tao Tao³, Yuhua Li^1,*, Pengwen Sun⁴, Jinshun Yan⁵

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.139, No.1, pp. 43-67, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.031538

Abstract This paper offers an extensive overview of the utilization of sequential approximate optimization approaches in the context of numerically simulated large-scale continuum structures. These structures, commonly encountered in engineering applications, often involve complex objective and constraint functions that cannot be readily expressed as explicit functions of the design variables. As a result, sequential approximation techniques have emerged as the preferred strategy for addressing a wide array of topology optimization challenges. Over the past several decades, topology optimization methods have been advanced remarkably and successfully applied to solve engineering problems incorporating diverse physical backgrounds. In comparison… More >

Xiaoqiao Yang, Jialiang Sun^*, Dongping Jin

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.138, No.3, pp. 2665-2689, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.031482

Abstract Large cavity structures are widely employed in aerospace engineering, such as thin-walled cylinders, blades and wings. Enhancing performance of aerial vehicles while reducing manufacturing costs and fuel consumption has become a focal point for contemporary researchers. Therefore, this paper aims to investigate the topology optimization of large cavity structures as a means to enhance their performance, safety, and efficiency. By using the variable density method, lightweight design is achieved without compromising structural strength. The optimization model considers both concentrated and distributed loads, and utilizes techniques like sensitivity filtering and projection to obtain a robust optimized More >