Shape and Topology Optimization Group at CMAP (original) (raw)

Structural optimization is a major concern in the design of mechanical systems in the industry (civil engineering, car makers, aeronautics, aerospace). Engineers do not content themselves with a mere improvement of a few mechanical properties, but they strive for a global optimization of weight, rigidity, resistence and cost.

Traditionnaly, engineers proceed by trial and error, and optimization is really a matter of intuition and know-how. This is of course an old-fashion, costly, and imperfect way of optimizing. The modern trend is to use more and more numerical softwares which simultaneously analyze and optimize many possible designs, making optimal design an automatic process.

We develop different algorithms to compute optimal shapes and structures. More details, as well as many numerical results, can be obtained by clicking on the links below.