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Topological Layout and Reinforcement Optimization of Plate Structures

In: Homogenization and Structural Topology Optimization

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  • Behrooz Hassani

    (Shahroud University)

  • Ernest Hinton

    (University of Wales, Department of Civil Engineering)

Abstract

In this chapter the homogenization method for plane stress problems is extended to deal with the creation of optimal layout and reinforcement topologies of plate structures. In this formulation the problem is to determine the stiffest plate strueture with a volume constraint for the reinforcement material. Introducing plate microcell models, a formulation for homogenization of plates based on the first order thick plate theory is presented. To solve the optimization problem the optimality criteria method is used. Using different material models some examples are provided.

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  • Behrooz Hassani & Ernest Hinton, 1999. "Topological Layout and Reinforcement Optimization of Plate Structures," Springer Books, in: Homogenization and Structural Topology Optimization, chapter 6, pages 139-167, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-1-4471-0891-7_6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4471-0891-7_6
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