Optimization of branching structures for free-form surfaces using force density method
Branching structures are mechanically efficient in supporting large-span structures, such as free-form roofs. To support a roof with a specified geometry, we present a novel shape and topology optimization method to find the optimal branching structure in this paper. In the proposed method, the bran...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2022-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering |
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Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13467581.2021.1928509 |