Abstract
This paper presents an optimization method, based on classical lamination theory and a numerical search, for the minimum cost design of a glass fiber reinforced composite box beam. The solution methodology includes a non-linear mathematical programming problem in which the design variables are the cross-sectional beam dimensions and the material of each laminate layer. The optimization takes into consideration multiple loading conditions on the beam. A case study is presented in which beam cross-section thickness is optimized to minimize materials cost for specified loads and supports.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages | 17-31 |
| Number of pages | 15 |
| State | Published - Dec 1 1994 |
| Event | Proceedings of the 1994 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition - Chicago, IL, USA Duration: Nov 6 1994 → Nov 11 1994 |
Other
| Other | Proceedings of the 1994 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition |
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| City | Chicago, IL, USA |
| Period | 11/6/94 → 11/11/94 |