Topology optimization overview   In the previous articles in this series, we looked at the various Topology Optimization methods used in commercial FE Analysis. In this article, we look at robust design solutions and methods used to align the final optimized design with available manufacturing techniques.   Robust design under loading Figure 1(a) shows […]

  Topology optimization overview   In the previous article in this series, we looked at the SIMP method of topology optimization in some detail. In this article, I look at two other important techniques; evolutionary methods and level set methods. A wide variety of methodologies are currently used within topology optimization, as it is a […]

  Topology optimization overview In Part 1 and Part 2 of this article I will dive a little deeper into the background of Topology Optimization and attempt to give some insights into what controls we can exert on the process to improve the relevance to our design goals. Figure 1 shows a typical topology optimization […]

    In an earlier article I explained the background to topology optimization. The piece prompted discussion in the various social media, including requests to clarify the differences between Topology, Topography and Topometry optimization. I will explain in the article what the different methods do. However, it is difficult to distinguish between the terms based […]