This paper proposes Graph-based Surrogate Models (GSMs) for trusses, which can accurately predict a trusses’ structural performance given only its geometry and loads as inputs. Since the GSM does not rely on design variables to make predictions, the model can be trained and used on designs from multiple sources.
The shape optimization of microstructural cells is investigated in this paper. Microstructure optimization yields the design of an architected material with a desired material property.
Wei ChenJ. Mech. Des 141(2), 020201; doi: 10.1115/1.4042049 I am pleased to announce the inaugural special issue (Parts I and II) of the selected papers from the ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences (IDETC) 2018, Quebec City, QC, Canada, Aug. 26–29, 2018. This special issue has been organized for the purpose of expediting the process of converting high quality ASME sponsored conference papers into submissions to the ASME Journal of Mechanical Design ( […]
Reinforcing ribs can significantly increase the stiffness of panels. In this study, we formulate a computational design method to determine the optimal position, dimensions and orientation of ribs made of stock plates and welded to a panel to maximize its stiffness.
Computational Design Synthesis (CDS) methods can be used to enable the computer to generate valid and even creative solutions for engineering tasks.
This paper proposes a framework to analyze the architectural complexity of systems developed with a product family.
Adding redundancy is a widely used method in engineering to improve the system reliability.
Robust design makes product performance stable under variations and noises in the environment. So the product can work robustly even in harsh conditions.
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