Topology optimization of multi-scale structures: a review

Wu, J.; Sigmund, Ole; Groen, Jeroen P.

doi:10.1007/s00158-021-02881-8

Topology optimization of multi-scale structures

Title

Topology optimization of multi-scale structures: a review

Author

Wu, J. (TU Delft Materials and Manufacturing)
Sigmund, Ole (Technical University of Denmark)
Groen, Jeroen P. (Technical University of Denmark)

Date

2021

Abstract

Multi-scale structures, as found in nature (e.g., bone and bamboo), hold the promise of achieving superior performance while being intrinsically lightweight, robust, and multi-functional. Recent years have seen a rapid development in topology optimization approaches for designing multi-scale structures, but the field actually dates back to the seminal paper by Bendsøe and Kikuchi from 1988 (Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering 71(2): pp. 197–224). In this review, we intend to categorize existing approaches, explain the principles of each category, analyze their strengths and applicabilities, and discuss open research questions. The review and associated analyses will hopefully form a basis for future research and development in this exciting field.

Subject

Additive manufacturing
Multi-scale modelling
Multi-scale structures
Topology optimization

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DOI

https://doi.org/10.1007/s00158-021-02881-8

ISSN

1615-147X

Source

Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, 63 (3), 1455-1480

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