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A shape optimization study for tool design in resistance welding

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Michael Bogomolny *
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Martin P. Bendsøe
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Jesper Henri Hattel
DOI:10.1007/s00158-008-0274-zdelete
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Abstract

Abstract

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The purpose of this study is to apply shape optimization tools for design of resistance welding electrodes. The numerical simulation of the welding process has been performed by a simplified FEM model implemented in COMSOL. The design process is formulated as an optimization problem where the objective is to prolong the life-time of the electrodes. Welding parameters like current, time and electrode shape parameters are selected to be the design variables while constraints are chosen to ensure a high quality of the welding. Surrogate models based on a Kriging approximation has been used in order to simplify the calculation of shape sensitivities and to generate a generic tool that can be interfaced with other simulation tools. An example numerical study shows the potential of applying optimal design techniques in this area.
Keywords:
Shape optimization
Resistance welding
Spot welding
Electrode design
Shape design
Kriging approximation

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Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization cover
Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization
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technical university of denmark
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Citations: 37