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- Optimization Research and Outlook
- Overview Structural Optimization (Topology, Shape and Bead) with TOSCA Structure
- Overview Process Automation and Parameter Optimization with OPTIMUS
- Transfer of the TOSCA Structure Optimization Results Back into the CAE System with TOSCA Structure.smooth
- Topology Optimization with CFD
- Optimization with TOSCA Structure and ABAQUS
- Optimization with TOSCA Structure and ANSYS
- Optimization with TOSCA Structure and MSC.Nastran
- Optimization with TOSCA Structure and MSC.Marc
- Structural Optimization with TOSCA Structure for Non-Linear FEM Models
- Shape Optimization for Lifetime Prediction with TOSCA Structure.shape
- Robust Design and 6 Sigma with OPTIMUS
- Examples of Use in Automotive Engineering
- Examples of Use in Machine Tool Manufacturing
- Examples of Use in the Heavy Industry
- Examples of Use in Aerospace Engineering
- Examples of Use in the Semi Conductor Industry


Optimization Research and Outlook

 Nonparametric gradient-less shape optimization for real-world applications
Dr. Ralf Meske, Dr. Jürgen Sauter (FE-FESIGN), Prof. Eckart Schnack (ITM of University Karlsruhe),
issued in Journal of Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, 30 (3), pp. 201-218, 2005 [more Info]


Overview Structural Optimization (Topology, Shape and Bead) with TOSCA Structure

 Overview on Optimization Methods
Ioannis Nitsopoulos, FE-DESIGN, Lecture at
2nd ANSA und META International Congress, 14.-15. Juni 2007, GR-Sithonia [more Info]

 Non-Parametric Large Scale Structural Optimization for Industrial Applications
Dr. Peter M. Clausen and Claus B. W. Pedersen, FE-DESIGN GmbH
Lecture at III European Conference on Computational Mechanics Solids, Structures and Coupled Problems in Engineering (ECCM), Lisbon, Portugal, 5-8 June 2006
[more Info]


Overview Process Automation and Parameter Optimization with OPTIMUS

 Multidisciplinary Optimization considering Crash and NVH Loadcases
Andreas Hoppe, Michael Kaufmann, AUDI AG, D-Ingolstadt und Boris Lauber, FE-DESIGN GmbH; Vortrag bei der ATZ/MTZ Virtual Product Creation Conference, 20./21, Juni 2005, Stuttgart [more Info]

 Warpage Minimization of the HVQFN Map Mould with OPTIMUS
J.G.J. Beijer, G.Q. Zhang (Philips Applied Technologies, NL-Eindhoven), J.H.J.Janssen, H.J.L. Bressers, W.D. van Driel (Philips Semiconductors, NL-Nijmegen), K.M.B. Jansen, D.G. Yang, G.Q. (Delft University of Technology, NL-Delft) at the 6th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multiphysics Simulation and Experiments in Micro-Electronics and Micro-Systems, EuroSimE, April 2005, Berlin [more Info]


Transfer of the TOSCA Optimization Results Back into the CAE System with TOSCA Structure.smooth

 Rückführung von optimierten Strukturen in den Entwicklungsprozess
Burblies, A., Fricke, H., Hennings, D. (Fraunhofer IFAM), Bangert, C., (FE-DESIGN), Hougardy, P. (AUDI AG), simulation, Ausgabe 1/2003 [more Info]


Topology Optimization with CFD

 Topology and Shape Optimization Methods for CFD Problems
Dr. Pascal Haeussler, Ioannis Nitsopoulos (FE-DESIGN GmbH);
Lecture at 24th CADFEM Users' Meeting, D-Fellbach, 25. October 2006 [more Info]

 AutoDuct: Topology Optimization for Fluid Flow,
Franz R. Klimetzek, Julie Paterson, Oliver Moos (DaimlerChrysler AG, Stuttgart); Lecture at 1. Konferenz für angewandte Optimierung, D- Karlsruhe, 22. March 2006 [more Info]


Optimization with TOSCA Structure and ABAQUS

 Design of a camshaft absorber using ABAQUS and TOSCA
Friedrich, M. (FE-DESIGN), D-Karlsruhe und Boggasch, M. (Freudenberg Research Services KG), D-Weinheim, International Congress Virtual Product Creation 2004 by ATZ/MTZ, 24. -25.June 2004, D-Stuttgart [more Info]

 Optimization of simple linear and advanced no-linear problems using TOSCA and ABAQUS
Meske, R/Friedrich M (FE-DESIGN GmbH), ABAQUS Users' World Conference 3.-6. Juni 2003 in München [more Info]

 Topology and Shape Optimization of Components and Systems with Contact Boundary Conditions
Meske, R./Mulfinger, F./Warmuth, O./NAFEMS Seminar "Modellieren von Baugruppen und Verbindungen für FE-Berechnungen"/24.-25. April 2002, Wiesbaden [more Info]


Optimization with TOSCA Structure and ANSYS

 Topologieoptimierung auf statische und dynamischen Eigenschaften zur Verbesserung des Strukturverhaltens - Darstellung der Methodik und die Auswirkungen bei der Konstruktion von Werkzeugmaschinen  
Dr. Gerhard Kehl, Gebr. Heller Maschinenfabrik GmbH; Lecture at the 23. CADFEM Users' Meeting - International FEM-Technology Days, 09.-11. November 2005, D-Bonn [more Info]

 Faster to Superior Casting Components by Employment of the Topology Optimization with the Supplier
Dr. Thorsten Schmidt, Heidenreich & Harbeck AG; Lecture at NAFEMS Seminar Optimization in Structural Mechanics, 27.-28. April 2005, D-Wiesbaden [more Info]

 Topology Optimization with Casting and Machining Restrictions by the Example of Brake Parts
Noack, J (TRW Automotive), CAD-FEM Users' Meeting 2003 12.-14. November 2003 in Potsdam [more Info]

 


Optimization with TOSCA Structure and MSC.Nastran

 Stress Reduction in an Interstage Air Seal using TOSCA (MSC.Construct) for Increasing the LCF Fatigue Life
Huber,W., Fischer, M., Himmler,G./MSC Virtual Product Development Conference, 24.-26. Juni 2003, Bad Neuenahr [more Info]

 Optimization of Car Components using MSC.Construct
Dirschmid, F./MSC Worldwide Automotive Conference 1999/20.-22. September 1999/München [more Info]

 Bauteiloptimierung mittels moderner CAD/CAE Werkzeuge
Dirschmid, F./XXV.FEM-Kongreß/16.-17. November 1998/Baden-Baden [more Info]


Optimization with TOSCA Structure and MSC.Marc

 Stress Reduction in an Interstage Air Seal using TOSCA
Huber, W./Fischer, M. (MTU Munich)/Himmler, G. (FE-DESIGN GmbH Karlsruhe)
BENCHmark, Ausgabe Januar 2004 [more Info]


Structural Optimization with TOSCA Structure for Non-Linear FEM Models

 Design of a camshaft absorber using ABAQUS and TOSCA
Friedrich, M. (FE-DESIGN), D-Karlsruhe und Boggasch, M. (Freudenberg Research Services KG), D-Weinheim, International Congress Virtual Product Creation 2004 by ATZ/MTZ, 24. -25.June 2004, D-Stuttgart [more Info]

 Stress Reduction in an Interstage Air Seal using TOSCA
Huber, W./Fischer, M. (MTU Munich)/Himmler, G. (FE-DESIGN GmbH Karlsruhe)
BENCHmark, Ausgabe Januar 2004 [more Info]

 Topologie- und Shapeoptimierung in der Produktentwicklung aus der Sicht eines Automobilzulieferers,
Nickl, N (INA-Schaeffler KG), ABAQUS-Anwendertreffen 22.-23.9.2003 in Fulda [more Info]

 Optimization of Castings and Forgings at AUDI
Binder Th./Hougardy P. (AUDI AG, Ingolstadt), Haffner P. (AUDI AG Neckarsulm)
simulation, issue 2/2003[more Info]

 Topology and Shape Optimization of Components and Systems with Contact Boundary Conditions
Meske, R./Mulfinger, F./Warmuth, O./NAFEMS Seminar "Modellieren von Baugruppen und Verbindungen für FE-Berechnungen"/24.-25. April 2002, Wiesbaden [more Info]


Shape Optimization for Lifetime Prediction with TOSCA Structure.shape

  Automatic Structural Optimization of Engine Components in an early Phase of the Design Cycle by using ABAQUS and TOSCA,
Dipl.-Ing. Rüdiger Beykirch (FEV Motorentechnik GmbH) und Dipl-Ing. Manfred Fritsch (FE-DESIGN GmbH)
Vortrag auf der ABAQUS Users' Conference, 22.-24. Mai 2007, F-Paris
[more Info]

 Shape- and Topology Optimization Regarding Fatigue Analysis
Gruen, F., Eichlseder, W. (Monatuni AT-Leoben), Puchner, K. (Magna Steyr Engineering Center, AT-Steyr) / Cumulative Fatigue Damage Conference, 26.-30 May 2003, E-Sevilla [more Info]

 Shape Optimization Based on Parameters from Lifetime Prediction
Ilzhöfer, B./Müller, O./Häußler, P./Emmrich, D./Allinger, P./NAFEMS Seminar "FEM: Betriebsfestigkeit, Lebensdauer", Anwendungen in der Praxis/8. - 9. November 2000/Wiesbaden [more Info]


Robust Design and 6 Sigma with OPTIMUS

 Probabilistic Design Approach for Package Design and Solder Joint Reliability Optimization for a Lead Free BGA Package
Paresh Limaye, Bart Vandevelde (IMEC, Leuven, BE), Joost Van de Peer (Noesis Solutions, Leuven, BE),  Stijn Donders (LMS International, Leuven, BE), Robert Darveaux (Amkor Technology, Chandler, AZ, USA)
[more Info]

 A System Approach to Design for Six Sigma through Best in Class Simulation Process Integration and Design Optimization
N. Tzannetakis, J. Van de Peer, S. Donders, Y. Tsuchida, Lecture at JSME Dynamics and Design Conference 2003, JP-Nagasaki, September 16-19, 2003 [more Info]


Examples of Use in Automotive Engineering

 Optimization of a Vehicle Front Part Structure at AUDI using ANSA Morphing and OPTIMUS
Michael Kaufmann, AUDI AG, and Boris Lauber/Christoph Katzenschwanz, FE-DESIGN, Lecture at 2nd ANSA und META International Congress, 14.-15. June 2007, GR-Sithonia [more Info]

 Multidisciplinary Optimization considering Crash and NVH Loadcases
Andreas Hoppe, Michael Kaufmann, AUDI AG, D-Ingolstadt and Boris Lauber, FE-DESIGN GmbH; Lecture at ATZ/MTZ Virtual Product Creation Conference, 20./21, June 2005, Stuttgart [more Info]

 Topology Optimization with Casting and Machining Restrictions by the Example of Brake Parts
Noack, J (TRW Automotive), CAD-FEM Users' Meeting 2003 12.-14. November 2003 in Potsdam [more Info]

 Optimization of Castings and Forgings at AUDI
Binder Th./Hougardy P. (AUDI AG, Ingolstadt), Haffner P. (AUDI AG Neckarsulm)
simulation, issue 2/2003 [more Info]

 


Examples of Use in Machine Tool Manufacturing

 "Faster to Superior Casting Components by Employment of the Topology Optimisation with the Supplier"
Dr. Thorsten Schmidt, Heidenreich & Harbeck AG; Lecture at NAFEMS Seminar Optimization in Structural Mechanics, 27.-28. April 2005, D-Wiesbaden [more Info]

 Integration of Topology and Shape Optimization in the Design Process
Spath, D./Neithardt, W./Bangert, C. 2001 International CIRP Design Seminar/6.-8. Juni 2001, Stockholm, Schweden [more Info]


Examples of Use in the Heavy Industry

 Shape and Form Optimizations with TOSCA
Mayrhofer, K (Voest Alpine Industrieanlagenbau); VAI Continous Casting and Hot-Rolling Conference, 14.-15. Juni 2004 in AT-Linz [more Info]


Examples of Use in Aerospace Engineering

 Design Improvements of Composite Aerospace Structures using Reliability Analysis
S. Donders, N. Tzannetakis, R. d’Ippolito, J. Van de Peer, H. Van der Auweraer, accepted for IMAC XXIII, Orlando, US-Florida, Jan. 31 – Feb. 3, 2005 [more Info

 Stress Reduction in an Interstage Air Seal using TOSCA
Huber, W./Fischer, M. (MTU Munich)/Himmler, G. (FE-DESIGN GmbH Karlsruhe)
BENCHmark, Ausgabe Januar 2004 [more Info]


Examples of Use in the Semi Conductor Industry

 Probabilistic Design Approach for Package Design and Solder Joint Reliability Optimization for a Lead Free BGA Package
Paresh Limaye, Bart Vandevelde (IMEC, Leuven, BE), Joost Van de Peer (Noesis Solutions, Leuven, BE),  Stijn Donders (LMS International, Leuven, BE), Robert Darveaux (Amkor Technology, Chandler, AZ, USA) [more Info]

 Warpage Minimization of the HVQFN Map Mould with OPTIMUS
J.G.J. Beijer, G.Q. Zhang (Philips Applied Technologies, NL-Eindhoven), J.H.J.Janssen, H.J.L. Bressers, W.D. van Driel (Philips Semiconductors, NL-Nijmegen), K.M.B. Jansen, D.G. Yang, G.Q. (Delft University of Technology, NL-Delft) at the 6th International Conference on Thermal, Mechanical and Multiphysics Simulation and Experiments in Micro-Electronics and Micro-Systems, EuroSimE, April 2005, Berlin [more Info]



Last update: 2007-09-21