Title
Optimal material layout in three-dimensional elastic structures subjected to multiple loads
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2000
Abstract
A method is presented for the optimal layout of material in three-dimensional elastic structures subjected to multiple loads. The problem is solved using a moment formulation to characterize optimal anisotropy of the material at each point of the domain. The method has important practical applications, e.g., in design of cross sections of prismatic bars and in optimal design of laminates.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
Mechanics of Structures and Machines
First Page
219
Last Page
236
Recommended Citation
Diaz, A., & Lipton, R. (2000). Optimal material layout in three-dimensional elastic structures subjected to multiple loads. Mechanics of Structures and Machines, 28 (2), 219-236. https://doi.org/10.1081/SME-100100619