Discrete optimization problems of the steel bar structures

Abstract In this paper there are considered the optimal design problems of the elastic and elastic–plastic bar structures. These problems are formulated as nonlinear discrete optimization problems. The cross-sections of the bars are designed from steel rolled profiles. The mathematical models of the problems, including the structural requirements of strength, stiffness and stability, are formulated in terms of the finite element method. The stated nonlinear optimization problems are solved by the iterative method, where each iteration comprises of the selection of the cross-sections of the bars from the assortment and solution of the linear problems of discrete programming. The requirement of discrete cross-sections is ensured by the branch and bound method.

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