Topology Optimization in Structural and Continuum Mechanics (eBook)

Structural topology optimization.- On basic properties of Michell's structures.- Validation of numerical method by analytical benchmarks and verification of exact solutions by numerical methods.- Introduction to shape and topology optimization.- Homogenization method for shape and topology optimization.- Level set method for shape and topology optimization.- Compliance minimization of two-material elastic structures.- Some notes on topology optimization of vibrating continuum structures.- Topology optimization of vibrating continuum structures for maximum values of simple and multiple eigenfrequencies and frequency gaps.- On optimum shape design and periodicity of band-gape beam structures.- Topological design for minimum dynamic compliance of continuum structures subjected to forced vibration.- Topological design for minimum sound emission from bi-material structures subjected to forced vibration.- Discrete material optimization of vibrating laminated composite plates for minimum sound emission.- Optimization of diffusive transport problems.- Fluid topology optimization: stokes and Navier-stokes models.- Topology optimization of coupled multi-physics problems.- Topology optimization based on the extended finite element method.- Topology optimization of meso- and nano-scale problems.- Topology optimization under uncertainty.- A brief review of numerical methods of structural topology optimization.- The free material design in planar elasticity.