Topology Optimization
Subtitle: Theory, Methods, and Applications
By: by Martin P. Bendsøe, Ole Sigmund
Contributors: Sigmund, Ole
Edition: Second Edition, Corrected Printing.
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Berlin, Heidelberg
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 370
ISBN-13: 9783642076985; 9783662050866
Subjects: Mechanical engineering; Engineering; Engineering design; Mathematical optimization; Materials
Description: The topology optimization method solves the basic engineering problem of distributing a limited amount of material in a design space. The first edition of this book has become the standard text on optimal design which is concerned with the optimization of structural topology, shape and material. This edition has been substantially revised and updated to reflect progress made in modelling and computational procedures. It also encompasses a comprehensive and unified description of the state-of-the-art of the so-called material distribution method, based on the use of mathematical programming and finite elements. Applications treated include not only structures but also MEMS and materials.
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Table of contents: title: Topology optimization by distribution of isotropic material; title: Extensions and applications; title: Design with anisotropic materials; title: Topology design of truss structures; title: Appendices.