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Finite Strain Robust Topology Optimization Considering Multiple Uncertainties

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Nan Feng
张国栋 (Guodong Zhang)
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Kapil Khandelwal *
DOI:10.1002/nme.70143delete
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This paper presents a computational framework for the robust stiffness design of hyperelastic structures at finite deformations subject to various uncertain sources. In particular, the loading, material properties, and geometry uncertainties are incorporated within the topology optimization framework and are modeled by random vectors or random fields. A stochastic perturbation method is adopted to quantify uncertainties, and analytical adjoint sensitivities are derived for efficient gradient-based optimization. Moreover, the mesh distortion of low-density elements under finite deformations is handled by an adaptive linear energy interpolation scheme. The proposed robust topology optimization framework is applied to several examples, and the effects of different uncertain sources on the optimized topologies are systematically investigated. As demonstrated, robust designs are less sensitive to the variation of target uncertain sources than deterministic designs. Finally, it is shown that incorporating symmetry-breaking uncertainties in the topology optimization framework promotes stable designs compared to the deterministic counterpart, where—when no stability constraint is included—can lead to unstable designs.
Keywords:
finite deformation
hyperelasticity
multiple uncertainties
robust topology optimization
stochastic perturbation method
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International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering cover
International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering
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