Abstract
There exist three different lines of computational form finding methods: (i) simulation of hanging models, (ii) numerical simulation of soap films, and (iii) structural shape optimization. The aim of the present paper is to show their differences and common aspects when applied to the special task of maximizing stiffness. The inverse problem of simulation of soap films is formulated in more detail on the basis of differential geometry. The effect of internal pressure is discussed. Several illustrative examples are given.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 2053-2062 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Computers and Structures |
| Volume | 79 |
| Issue number | 22-25 |
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| State | Published - Sep 2001 |
Keywords
- Form finding
- Hanging models
- Light weight structures
- Minimal surfaces
- Structural optimization