The main goal of the present article was to develop a methodology for the calculation of the flexural properties of a cement-based matrix with different multi-walled carbon nanotubes’ (CNTs) volume fraction as a reinforcement at early age. The...
The accurate calculation of electric field intensity under transmission lines is more and more important with the expansion of high voltage engineering, which largely determines the site selection and design of transmission projects. In order to get...
A fully implicit stress integration algorithm is developed for the distortional hardening model, namely the e−HAH model, capable of simulating cross−hardening/softening under orthogonal loading path changes. The implicit algorithm solves a complete s...
Iterative reconstruction algorithm based on finite element (FE) modeling is a powerful approach in photoacoustic tomography (PAT). However, an iterative inverse algorithm using conventional FE meshing of the entire imaging zone is computationally dem...
Improved management and impermeability of refrigerants is a leading solution to reverse global warming. Therefore, crank-driven reciprocating refrigerator compressors are gradually replaced by more efficient, oil-free and hermetic linear compressors....
The article discusses the utilization of Pulsed Multifrequency Excitation and Spectrogram Eddy Current Testing (PMFES-ECT) in conjunction with the supervised learning method for the purpose of estimating defect parameters in conductive materials. To...
The use of a suitable modeling technique for the optimized design of a magnetic gear is essential to simulate its electromagnetic behavior and to predict its satisfactory performance. This paper presents the design optimization of an axial flux magne...
The wood industry faces the dual requirements of improving the quality of timber products and minimising waste during the manufacturing process. The finger joint, which is an end-to-end joining method for timber boards, is one of the most important a...
In this paper, internal division point genetic algorithm (IDP-GA) was proposed to lessen the computational burden of multi-variable multi-objective optimization problem using finite element analysis such as optimal design of electric bicycles. The ID...
This paper proposes a rail defect location method based on a single mode extraction algorithm (SMEA) of ultrasonic guided waves. Simulation analysis and verification were conducted. The dispersion curves of a CHN60 rail were obtained using the semi-a...
Non-probabilistic reliability analysis has great developmental potential in the field of structural reliability analysis, as it is often difficult to obtain enough samples to construct an accurate probability distribution function of random variables...
Hinge joint damage is a typical form of damage occurring in simply supported slab bridges, which can present adverse effects on the overall force distribution of the structure. However, damage identification methods of hinge joint damage are still li...
The aim of the study was to carry out optimization via genetic algorithm in order to select the best configuration of the sandwich composite structure from which the racing car monocoque is built. The tools used were the static structural analysis by...
This paper introduces a novel recursive algorithm for inverting matrix polynomials, developed as a generalized extension of the classical Leverrier–Faddeev scheme. The approach is motivated by the need for scalable and efficient inversion techn...
To balance the requirements of structural safety and economic efficiency in transmission tower design, this study proposes a structural optimization method based on an Improved Sparrow Search Algorithm (ISSA). Specifically, the methodology integrates...
In tape placement process, the laying angle and laying sequence of laminates have proven their significant effects on the mechanical properties of carbon fibre reinforced composite material, specifically, laminates. In order to optimise these process...
The real-time reconstruction of the displacement field of a structure from a network of in situ strain sensors is commonly referred to as “shape sensing”. The inverse finite element method (iFEM) stands out as a highly effective and promi...
The early stages of structural design increasingly make use of computational tools that support rapid exploration, performance-informed decision-making, and closer interaction between design and engineering. This systematic mapping study examines how...
A hyperparameter-optimized Kriging surrogate model was developed for the structural collapse behavior framework presented in this paper. The assessment is conducted on a stiffened panel subject to axial load and lateral pressure, typical of the deck...
The paper partially covered Active Constrained Layer Damping (ACLD) cantilever beams’ dynamic modeling, active vibration control, and parameter optimization techniques as the main topic of this research. The dynamic model of the viscoelastic sa...
Finite-element methods are industry standards for finding numerical solutions to partial differential equations. However, the application scale remains pivotal to the practical use of these methods, even for modern-day supercomputers. Large, multi-sc...
There is a complex coupling relationship between the structural parameters and various performance indicators of a permanent magnet eddy current coupler. In order to obtain the optimal combination of structural parameters that can improve the overall...
The design of a manipulator arm, which is built from a construction kit, is presented in this article. The procedure is based on the results of the discrete optimization of a truss structure and its application to a simple component system (assuming...
The deformation of the gantry structure in heavy-duty machine tools is an important factor that affects machining accuracy. In order to realize real-time monitoring of the deformation of the gantry structure, which is statically indeterminate and com...
The magnetic gear (MG) is an emerging technology that has been proved to possess superior performance over the conventional mechanical gear in many aspects. However, the existing markets of traditional mechanical gears have not yet been replaced by M...
The geometry of ballasted railway tracks is crucial for ensuring railway safety and efficiency. This paper introduces the use of innovative steady-state algorithms designed to compute plastic strains in linear geotechnical structures like railway bal...
This paper addresses an integrated and developed approach to the design of an Axial Flux Permanent Magnet Wind Generator (AFPMWG). The proposed analytical method of design employs the size equations and precise inductance calculations simultaneously,...
The geometry of soft actuators significantly impacts their performance, including force generation, range of motion, and adaptability. Optimizing actuator geometry and material properties under specific constraints is crucial for achieving desired pe...
The article presents an algorithm and optimization software designed for the optimal configuration of a tuned inductive choke. The optimization software consists of two main parts: an optimization procedure and a mathematical model for the designed e...
This study introduces a novel energy-based inverse method for estimating residual stresses in structures composed of one-dimensional elements undergoing elastic–plastic deformation. The problem is reformulated as a global optimization task gove...
Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis tools are the most adopted in the design of brushless alternating current motors due to the advantage of considering multi-physics effects with dependencies of variables such as cross-coupling, saturation and othe...
In this paper, the natural frequencies (NFs) identification by finite element method (FEM) is applied to a two degrees-of-freedom (2-DOF) planar robot, and its validation through a novel experimental methodology, the Multiple Signal Classification (M...
This study investigates the optimization of thickness distribution in simply supported and cantilever plates to maximize gaps between adjacent natural frequencies. The research employs a genetic algorithm (GA) as the primary optimization tool, with t...
This article takes a 120 W direct-drive permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG) for tidal current energy as the research object, with the aim of starting at low flow velocity, low voltage regulation, and high sealing performance. The research w...
A bridge unseating prevention system is a safety system for bridge collapses caused by large earthquakes, beyond the assumption of aseismic design specifications. Presently, the system is generally adopted for newly constructed bridges and the seismi...
The main objective of this study is to research and develop a genetic algorithm (GA) for optimizing Chaboche material model parameters within an industrial environment. The optimization is based on 12 experiments (tensile, low-cycle fatigue, and cree...
The structural performance of any building design is often dependent on the geometrical shape, which affects its behavior and stability. Structural consideration and optimization in the conceptual stage of the design process can lead to better soluti...
Phononic crystals are a kind of artificial acoustic metamaterial whose mass density and elastic modulus are periodically arranged. The precise and efficient design of phononic crystals with specific bandgap characteristics has attracted increasing at...
Power metallurgy hot isostatic pressing (PM-HIP) is a manufacturing technique capable of producing net shape or near-net shape components with complicated geometries from materials that are difficult to melt and cast, mechanically deform or weld. How...
Baseball is a popular and very lucrative bat-and-ball sport that uses a wooden bat to score runs. We hypothesize that new design features for baseball bats will emerge from their shape optimization using parametric modeling and genetic algorithms. We...
The purpose of this paper is to propose a novel design for the transverse flux permanent magnet (TFPM) disk-rotor generator with E and I-shaped cores (TFPMDEIG). Disk-shape structure increases the machine’s power factor, allows for high rotational sp...
The goal of this work is to develop an optimized framework for ultrasonic guided wave imaging in order to increase the precision of damage localization in planar structures. This work is novel in that it refines the Reconstruction Algorithm for Proba...
This study focused on the design optimization of permanent magnet synchronous linear motors (PMSLM) that are applied in microsecond laser cutting machines. A new design optimization method was introduced to enhance PMSLM performances in terms of moto...
The primary objective for this paper is to create a methodology to rapidly optimize double-stators switched reluctance motor (DSSRM). An analytical model of equivalent magnetic circuits for the air gap reluctances of aligned and unaligned positions i...
Industry 4.0 aims to digitalize the manufacturing process to increase the productivity and the product quality of plants. A fundamental aspect of the digitalized manufacturing processes is the simulation of the manufacturing process in order to devel...
A comprehensive understanding of large elastic deformation, characterized by its nonlinear strain and stress properties, is vital for examining tectonic deformation across geological timescales. We employ the PFELAC software 2.2 platform to automate...
With the increasing demand for electronic products, the electronic package gradually developed toward miniaturization and high density. The most significant advantage of the Wafer-Level Package (WLP) is that it can effectively reduce the volume and f...
Impact dynamics problems are ubiquitous in various engineering applications, often involving nonlinear phenomena such as material fracture, damage, and fragmentation. It poses significant challenges to numerical simulation methods. To deal with these...
Determining a reasonable main cable curve is the foundation of suspension bridge design, and the accuracy and efficiency of the curve-finding problem are key to the design of a suspension bridge. To accurately obtain the completed curve of a main cab...
Imaging detectors based on a microchannel plate (MCP) and charge division anode with charge induction have broad applications in particles (photons, neutrons, ions, and electrons) detection. However, the application of a charge induction readout mode...
of 44