Topological Optimization Design and Manufacture of Microactuator Based on the Nodal Density Method

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhen Li ◽  
Baoyuan Sun ◽  
Min Qian ◽  
Jun Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Design ◽  
Strain Energy ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Structural Function ◽  
Micro Actuator ◽  
Nodal Density ◽  
Design And Manufacture

In order to improve the situation that the design of microactuator is mostly based on the intuition and experience of researchers, the method of continuum topology optimization using the nodal density is introduced to the conceptual design of microactuator. This new method can ensure C0 continuity of density field in a fixed design domain. The ratio of mutual energy to strain energy of the mechanism is regarded as the objective function, where, the mutual energy and strain energy describe the kinematic function and structural function of microactuator respectively. The final configuration of microactuator is decided on the guide of conceptual design combined with the given working conditions. The finite element method is applied to analysis the transmission ratio and clamping force of microactuator. The prototype of the microactuator is fabricated by using micro-electroforming and SU-8 photolithography techniques and the displacement of the micro actuator is measured by using the stereo vision microscopy. The experimental results show that the properties of the micro actuator can satisfy the designing demands. This topological optimization method based on nodal density plays an important role in guiding the structure design of micro actuator.

scholarly journals Lightweight Design of Front Suspension Upright of Electric Formula Car Based on Topology Optimization Method

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jixiong Li ◽  
Jianliang Tan ◽  
Jianbin Dong
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Geometric Model ◽  
Load Condition ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Front Suspension ◽  
Emergency Braking ◽  
Topology Optimization Method

In order to obtain a lightweight front upright of an electric formula car’s suspension, the topology optimization method is used in the front upright structure design. The mathematical model of the lightweight optimization design is constructed, and the geometric model of the initial design of the front upright is subjected to the ultimate load condition. The structural optimization of a front upright resulted in the mass reduction of the upright by 60.43%. The optimized model was simulated and verified regarding the strength, stiffness, and safety factor under three different conditions, namely turning braking, emergency braking, and sharp turning. In the experiment, the uprights were machined and assembled and integrated into the racing suspension. The experimental results showed that the optimized front uprights met the requirements of performance.

Lightweight Design of Absorber Spring Plate Based on Topological Optimization Method

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-605 ◽  
pp. 408-411
Author(s):  
Jie Zhang ◽  
Na Sun ◽  
Ping Zhang ◽  
San Bao Hu
Keyword(s):  
Optimization Design ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
The Self ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Objective Functions ◽  
Target Structure ◽  
Spring Plate ◽  
Program Objective ◽  
Cae Analysis

HyperMesh was used to mesh the absorber spring plate, and MATLAB was used to read-in grid node coordinate file and to carry on multi-target structure topological optimization design through the self-compiled program. Objective functions include rigidity, volume and fatigue life etc. model reconstitution, CAE analysis and experimental verification were completed according to the optimization result. Results showed that optimized spring plate met the using need and lightweight design was accomplished.

The Topological Optimization Design of Cross Beams Structure of Shaped Stone Turning-Milling CNC (HTM50200)

2013 ◽  
Vol 694-697 ◽  
pp. 2725-2728
Author(s):  
Xuan Mu ◽  
Ke Zhang ◽  
De Hong Zhao ◽  
Yu Hou Wu
Keyword(s):  
Topology Optimization ◽  
Machine Tools ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Machining Center ◽  
Traditional Structure

To reduce the overall mass of the machine tools, this paper made the structural lightweight design to crossbeams of the HTM series gantry machine by topology optimization. The topology optimization mathematical model was built by taking the quality as the constraint, overall stiffness to the maximum (complicance to the minimum) as the design goals. It also took HTM50200 Turning Milling Center as an example, put forward an asymmetric layout structure of auxiliary hole according to the optimization results by numerical simulation and calculation of ANSYS. By verified, the mass of the structure was 2.76% lower than traditional structure, and the maximum deformation decreased by 16.07%. By applying the topology optimization method to the design process of the HTM series machining center, the utilization of materials will be improved and the production costs will be reduced.

Optimization Design of MEMS Thermal Actuator for Food Industry

2011 ◽  
Vol 467-469 ◽  
pp. 373-376
Author(s):  
Yan Jue Gong ◽  
Fu Zhao ◽  
Hui Yu Xiang ◽  
Li Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Analysis ◽  
Food Industry ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Thermal Actuator ◽  
Thermal Displacement ◽  
Micro Actuator ◽  
Physical Functions ◽  
Bimorph Thermal Actuator

Micro-actuator is the key device for the MEMS to perform physical functions. According to a kind of bimorph thermal actuator, this article presents an optimum design method to improve the sensitivity of MEMS actuator. Based on thermal analysis of software ANSYS, the thermal displacement and distribution of temperature field can be obtained clearly. Then a series of reasonable parameters are determined by optimum calculation. The simulation comparison analyses including thermal displacement, stress distribution and fatigue life are carried out to demonstrate that the sensitivity of the optimized structure has been improved effectively by the presented optimization method.

Topology Optimization Design of Filling Bodies in an Umbilical Based on Moving Morphable Components Theory

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lifu Wang ◽  
Zhixun Yang ◽  
Jun Yan ◽  
Dongyan Shi ◽  
Yandong Mao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Cross Sections ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Numerical Models ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Electric Cables ◽  
Functional Components ◽  
Moving Morphable Components

Abstract Umbilical is an indispensable link of offshore oil & gas resource development equipment for underwater production system, which are mainly composed of functional components such as steel tubes, electric cables and optical cables are in a helically wound structure. Filling bodies are required to support these functional components for improving anti-crushing capacity and fatigue life. Filling bodies have a significant impact on the mechanical and physical properties, which triggers the optimization design of filling bodies. However, the complexity of filling body space brings challenge to the optimization design. Moving Morphable Components (MMC) theory is introduced to topological optimization method in complicated filling body space with the objective of mechanical properties. The results show that the optimized filling bodies can effectively reduce structural weight with the same mechanical properties. Numerical models of cross-sections of umbilicals with the optimized filling bodies are constructed, the cross-sectional mechanical properties are compared with that under the initial filling body form, which can fully verify the feasibility and correctness of this optimization design strategy.

Optimization Design on Ribbed Slab for Crossbeam of Heavy NC Gantry Moving Boring & Milling Machine

2011 ◽  
Vol 121-126 ◽  
pp. 3386-3390
Author(s):  
Gui Hua Han ◽  
Bing Wei Gao ◽  
Yun Fei Wang ◽  
Gui Tao Sun ◽  
Di Wu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Analysis ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Reference Value ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Milling Machine ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
The Finite Element Analysis

In order to improve the dynamic characteristics of crossbeam of heavy NC gantry moving boring & milling machine, the ribbed slab structure of beam were analyzed and optimized with the finite element analysis software, and the comprehensive optimization method of the number, size and layout of ribbed slab were putted forward based on the classification of ribbed slab structure. According to the result of the finite element analysis, the internal type and horizontal spacing of ribbed slab are optimized to get the best number, spacing, thickness and height of ribbed slab; Under the required intensity, stiffness and stability conditions materials are distributed reasonably to reduce beam weight which make little deformation and the uniform stress distribution. The comprehensive optimization method study has reference value for ribbed slab structure design.

scholarly journals Design and manufacture of the novel drum worm pair

2020 ◽  
Vol 103 (4) ◽  
pp. 003685042098122
Author(s):  
Jingzi Zhang ◽  
Jin’ge Wang ◽  
Kai Wang
Keyword(s):  
Contact Stresses ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Structure Design ◽  
Worm Gear ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Bending Stress ◽  
Manufacturing Method ◽  
Design And Manufacture ◽  
Maximum Contact ◽  
Worm Drive

Although a significant amount of research on robot joint reducer was conducted, there are few systematic investigations on a novel joint reducer adopting inner worm-gear plane enveloping drum worm drive. To satisfy the development of modular robot joint, the primary objective of this paper was to systematically investigate the drum worm drive adopted in the novel joint reducer with integrated structure of drive, transmission, and support in the following aspects: meshing theory, design, analysis, and manufacture. According to the gear meshing theory, mechanical design method, classical mechanics, finite element method, and machining principle of virtual center distance, the systematic investigations around the drum worm pair applied in the novel joint reducer were conducted including the macro and micro meshing theory, structure design, mechanical and contact properties analyses, and manufacturing method. The novel joint reducer’s integrated structure was designed, and the drum worm pair’s mechanical and contact properties analyses were conducted, which showed: (1) the worm’s bending stress and deflection, worm-gear teeth’s shear stress and bending stress as well as the maximum contact stresses were all below their corresponding allowable values; (2) the maximum contact stresses appeared at the engage-in position of the worm pair opposing to the engaging-out position where the largest contact areas appeared. Then the manufacturing of drum worm’s spiral tooth was conducted via the modified 4-axis linkage CNC grinder according to the conjugate motion. Finally the novel joint reducer’s industrial prototype was assembled. The novel joint reducer with integrated structure of drive, transmission and support was designed and manufactured for the first time. The flowchart of design and manufacture of the reducer’s drum worm pair in this process was formulated, which provides a new insight on the research of joint reducers as well as other fields.

Parameter study and optimization design of a hat oblique tunnel portal

2021 ◽  
pp. 095440972110140
Author(s):  
Zijian Guo ◽  
Tanghong Liu ◽  
Wenhui Li ◽  
Yutao Xia
Keyword(s):  
High Speed ◽  
Optimization Design ◽  
Pareto Front ◽  
Optimization Problem ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Parameter Study ◽  
Buffer Structure ◽  
Tunnel Entrance ◽  
The Ideal

The present work focuses on the aerodynamic problems resulting from a high-speed train (HST) passing through a tunnel. Numerical simulations were employed to obtain the numerical results, and they were verified by a moving-model test. Two responses, [Formula: see text] (coefficient of the peak-to-peak pressure of a single fluctuation) and[Formula: see text] (pressure value of micro-pressure wave), were studied with regard to the three building parameters of the portal-hat buffer structure of the tunnel entrance and exit. The MOPSO (multi-objective particle swarm optimization) method was employed to solve the optimization problem in order to find the minimum [Formula: see text] and[Formula: see text]. Results showed that the effects of the three design parameters on [Formula: see text] were not monotonous, and the influences of[Formula: see text] (the oblique angle of the portal) and [Formula: see text] (the height of the hat structure) were more significant than that of[Formula: see text] (the angle between the vertical line of the portal and the hat). Monotonically decreasing responses were found in [Formula: see text] for [Formula: see text] and[Formula: see text]. The Pareto front of [Formula: see text] and[Formula: see text]was obtained. The ideal single-objective optimums for each response located at the ends of the Pareto front had values of 1.0560 for [Formula: see text] and 101.8 Pa for[Formula: see text].

Reverse Modeling and Topological Optimization for Lightweight Design of Automobile Wheel Hubs with Hollow Ribs

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (09) ◽  
pp. 1950064
Author(s):  
P. F. Xu ◽  
S. Y. Duan ◽  
F. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Lightweight Design ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Optimization Method ◽  
Modeling Technique ◽  
Topological Optimization ◽  
Time Interval ◽  
Braking Performance ◽  
Existing Structures ◽  
Physical Conditions

Lightweight of wheel hubs is the linchpin for reducing the unsprung mass and improving the vehicle dynamic and braking performance of vehicles, thus, sustaining stability and comfortability. Current experience-based lightweight designs of wheel hubs have been argued to render uneven distribution of materials. This work develops a novel method to combine the reverse modeling technique with the topological optimization method to derive lightweight wheel hubs based on the principles of mechanics. A reverse modeling technique is first adopted to scan and reproduce the prototype 3D geometry of the wheel hub with solid ribs. The finite element method (FEM) is then applied to perform stress analysis to identify the maximum stress and its location of wheel hub under variable potential physical conditions. The finite element model is then divided into optimization region and nonoptimized region: the former is the interior portion of spoke and the latter is the outer surface of the spoke. A topology optimization is then conducted to remove the optimization region which is interior material of the spokes. The hollow wheel hub is then reconstructed with constant wall thickness about 5[Formula: see text]mm via a reverse modeling technique. The results show that the reconstructed model can reduce the mass of 12.7% compared to the pre-optimized model. The present method of this paper can guarantee the optimal distribution of wheel hub material based on mechanics principle. It can be implemented automatically to shorten the time interval for optimal lightweight designs. It is especially preferable for many existing structures and components as it maintains the structural appearance of optimization object.

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