Development of a methodology for a simplified finite element model and optimum design

As computer power is increased, refined finite element models are employed for structural analysis and design. However, it is still difficult and expensive to make and use refined finite element models in the design stage. The refined models usually cause problems in the preliminary design where the design is frequently changed. Therefore, the development of a simplified finite element model is desirable for use in the preliminary design stage. This paper describes the methodology for the simplified model and its optimum design. A Goal programming algorithm is used for system identification to make the simplified model. The developed methodology consists of three phases such as simplification, design, and inverse process. The simplified finite element model is used for the design change and the changed design is recovered onto the original design. The presented methodology is verified through a few examples.

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