Inventions, Volume 9, Issue 4 (August 2024) – 21 articles
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In this study, a methodology for creating additively manufacturable parts in-plane, along with a novel convergence algorithm are presented for the density-based topology optimization. The methodology aims to achieve fast, accurate, easily interpretable, and manufacturable results, improving commercial packages' outcomes. The convergence algorithm, called Adaptive Variable Design (AVD), iteratively modifies the optimization parameters to handle the high nonlinearity caused by the use of filters and imposition of design domains. The results show improvements compared to commercial software through the example of a racing motorcycle triple-tree. This makes it an easy-to-use tool for obtaining 3D printing parts through topology optimization. Additionally, a MATLAB code is provided for free use by the community. View this paper
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