An Improved Shape Annealing Algorithm For Truss Topology Generation

1995 ◽  
Vol 117 (2A) ◽  
pp. 315-321 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Reddy ◽  
J. Cagan

An improved shape annealing algorithm for truss topology generation and optimization, based on the techniques of shape grammars and simulated annealing, is introduced. The algorithm features a shape optimization method using only simulated annealing with a shape grammar move set; while no traditional gradient-based techniques are employed, the algorithm demonstrates more consistent convergence characteristics. By penalizing the objective function for violated constraints, the algorithm incorporates geometric constraints to avoid obstacles. The improved algorithm is illustrated on various structural examples taking into account stress, Euler buckling and geometric constraints, generating a variety of solutions based on a simple grammar.

Author(s):  
Giridhar Reddy ◽  
Jonathan Cagan

Abstract A method for the design of truss structures which encourages lateral exploration, pushes away from violated spaces, models design intentions, and produces solutions with a wide variety of characteristics is introduced. An improved shape annealing algorithm for truss topology generation and optimization, based on the techniques of shape grammars and simulated annealing, implements the method. The algorithm features a shape grammar to model design intentions, an ability to incorporate geometric constraints to avoid obstacles, and a shape optimization method using only simulated annealing with more consistent convergence characteristics; no traditional gradient-based techniques are employed. The improved algorithm is illustrated on various structural examples generating a variety of solutions based on a simple grammar.


1995 ◽  
Vol 117 (1) ◽  
pp. 206-209 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. M. Reddy ◽  
J. Cagan

This paper presents a technique for the generation and optimization of truss structure topologies based on the shape annealing algorithm. Feasible truss topologies are generated through a shape grammar in an optimally directed manner using simulated annealing for minimum weight, subject to stress and Euler buckling constraints.


Author(s):  
Giridhar M. Reddy ◽  
Jonathan Cagan

Abstract This paper presents a technique for generation and optimization of truss structure topologies based on the shape annealing algorithm. Feasible truss topologies are generated through a shape grammar, in an optimally directed manner, using simulated annealing. The algorithm can incorporate a variety of constraints; stress and buckling constraints are employed in this paper.


2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (03) ◽  
pp. 2050031
Author(s):  
Qiang Han ◽  
Xuan Zhang ◽  
Kun Xu ◽  
Xiuli Du

The optimum design of distributed tuned mass dampers (DTMDs) is normally based on predefined restrictions, such as the location and/or mass ratio of the tuned mass dampers (TMDs). To further improve the control performance, a free parameter optimization method (FPOM) is proposed. This method only restricts the total mass of the DTMDs system and takes the installation position, mass ratio, stiffness and damping of each TMD as parameters to be optimized. An improved hybrid genetic-simulated annealing algorithm (IHGSA) is adopted to find the optimum values of the design parameters. This algorithm can solve the non-convexity and multimodality problems of the objective function and is quite effective in dealing with the large amount of computations in the free parameter optimization. A numerical benchmark model is adopted to compare the control efficiency of FPOM with conventional control scenarios, such as single TMD, multiple TMDs and DTMDs optimized through conventional methods. The results show that the DTMDs system optimized by using FPOM is superior to the other control scenarios for the same value of mass ratio.


2012 ◽  
Vol 178-181 ◽  
pp. 2871-2876
Author(s):  
Chao Wang ◽  
Feng Feng ◽  
Xin Chang ◽  
Chun Yu Guo ◽  
Yang Hao Liu

Hydrofoil is the important part of ship design and diverse motion equipment. The optimization design of hydrofoil section on lift-to-drag radio with genetic algorithm (GA) and simulated annealing algorithm are demonstrated, and the method on the hydrofoil section design of the propeller design will be done. Objective function and fitness of every individual are provided by flow solver of panel method. The optimization method on design of hydrofoil section on lift-to-drag is successfully used. The optimization results show the combination of optimization algorithm is feasible at the optimal design of hydrofoil sections. What’s more, a comparison between two different optimization algorithms is made, a conclusion that the simulated annealing algorithm is better then the genetic algorithm is obtained.


2014 ◽  
Vol 651-653 ◽  
pp. 1921-1924
Author(s):  
Ji Tao Shen ◽  
Jun Yang Zhang

An optimal heterogeneous sensor differentiated deployment schemes based on simulated annealing algorithm is proposed to solve the problems of the high density of distributing heterogeneity nodes in WSN and geographical irregularity of the sensed event. This method can not only apply to Boolean perception model of the node, but also apply to perception model. The algorithm uses the cost of sensors deployment as objective function in the context of assuring the coverage and fault tolerant of networks. The simulation results show that, the optimization method proposed in this paper can effectively convergence, under the premise to ensure network fault tolerance and robustness, reduces the cost of network deployment, improve the quality of target monitoring network.


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