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Topology Optimization for a Knuckle Using Design Space Adjustment and Refinement

설계공간 조정과 세분화를 이용한 너클의 위상 최적설계

  • 유용균 (한국과학기술원 대학원 기계공학과) ;
  • 곽병만 (한국과학기술원 기계공학과) ;
  • 장인권 (한국과학기술원 대학원 기계공학과)
  • Published : 2006.05.01
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Abstract

Design space optimization using design space adjustment and refinement is used to optimize a knuckle in the suspension system of an automobile. This approach is a new efficient method for large-scale topology optimization by virtue of two reasons. First, design space adjustment including design space expansion and reduction is suitable for large-scale problems. Second, the design space refinement can be done globally or locally where and when necessary and thus is very effective in obtaining a target resolution with much less number of elements. Compliance minimization for a knuckle is considered with a realistic working condition to show the effectiveness and superiority of the new approach.

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